June 4, 2014 – Princeville, Quebec – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of International Development, Minister for La Francophonie and Member of Parliament (Mégantic–L’Érable), today announced $5,400 in funding for the 14th Festival du Cheval de Princeville, to be held from June 5 to 8, 2014. He made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
This funding, provided through the Local Festivals component of the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, will support a multitude of equine-themed activities for horse lovers and their families.
“Our Government is pleased to support events like the Festival du Cheval de Princeville, which help promote the development and vitality of our communities.”
- The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“I wish to thank Festival organizers and their many volunteers for their work and dedication, which has allowed residents of Princeville and neighbouring communities to celebrate their heritage while having fun at the same time.”
- Christian Paradis, Minister of International Development, Minister for La Francophonie and Member of Parliament (Mégantic–L’Érable)
“Over the years, the Festival du Cheval de Princeville has become an event not to be missed in the Centre-du-Québec region, with many equestrian activities in addition to numerous local artists and artisans who help make this event such a success. Thank you, Canadian Heritage, for supporting us!”
- Michel Brissette, President of the Festival du Cheval de Princeville
Marisa Monnin
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