Government of Canada provides funding for the Regina Symphony Orchestra
April 1, 2014 – Regina, Saskatchewan – Department of Canadian Heritage
Member of Parliament Ray Boughen, (Palliser), on behalf of Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages Shelly Glover, today announced that the Regina Symphony Orchestra is benefiting from a boost of $92,192 to its fundraising efforts through the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation.
The Government of Canada is providing this funding for the Foundation to manage and invest on behalf of the Regina Symphony Orchestra through the Endowment Incentives component of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund, which encourages Canadians to donate to professional arts organizations.
“Orchestras play an important role in Canada’s vibrant music scene. Through this investment, we are pleased to boost the Regina Symphony Orchestra’s endowment fund and encourage private donations for the benefit of the community and our economy.”
—Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“Thanks to the Regina Symphony Orchestra, people from Regina and visitors can discover and enjoy excellent classical music performed by world-class musicians. Our Government is proud to contribute to the success of this fantastic full-scale, professional orchestra.”
— Ray Boughen, Member of Parliament (Palliser)
“This funding will significantly contribute to the Regina Symphony Orchestra’s endowment fund at the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation and to the continued sustainability of this vital cultural organization in our community. We gratefully thank the Government of Canada for this funding.”
— Susanne Hamilton, Executive Director, South Saskatchewan Community Foundation
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