Government of Canada Announces funding to Inuit Heritage Trust
July 25, 2014 – Iqaluit – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing financial support to the Inuit Heritage Trust for its Cultural Heritage Interpretation Training project.
The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment, Minister for the Arctic Council, and Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, today announced $131,662 in funding on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages,.
“Our Government is proud to support this project, which will help preserve and share Northern cultural heritage. By developing interpretive programs tailored to their regions, local heritage workers will create and increase opportunities for all Canadians to learn about the unique cultural history of the North.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“This project will provide Nunavut heritage workers with additional tools and training to effectively share Inuit culture and heritage with residents and visitors alike. I am proud to announce funding for a project that will contribute to the growth of our culture and, by doing so, increase economic opportunities in our communities.”
—The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment, Minister for the Arctic Council, and Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
“Inuit Heritage Trust is very pleased to receive the support from the Department of Canadian Heritage, whose financial assistance will considerably contribute to the success of such an important project to promote and interpret Inuit culture to Nunavummiut and visitors from outside of our territory alike. Our Cultural Heritage Interpretation Training project is a keystone to communicate Inuit identity within and across cultural boundaries, which is essential to both the healthy growth of our northern communities and a fruitful relationship with people who want to learn more about our homeland.”
—William Beveridge, Executive Director, Inuit Heritage Trust
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