Government of Canada supports the 38th annual Sointula Winterfestival
August 18, 2014 – Sointula, British Columbia – Canadian Heritage
The 38th annual Winterfestival will once again welcome visitors and patrons of the arts to the village of Sointula, thanks to an investment of $2,200 through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program.
This festival will showcase the work of 40 local artists, as well as arts-based workshops, musical performances and a variety show.
The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), made this announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
“Our Government is proud to support festivals that promote the importance of the arts and culture in our communities. I commend the work of the Sointula Recreation Association for continuously strengthening the community by preserving and promoting the arts.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“Sointula’s Winterfestival has been educating and entertaining the community for 38 years, and has become a local tradition on the North Island. The countless volunteers who help make this event happen highlight the important role of arts and culture in bringing our communities together."
—The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North)
“Sointula Winterfestival weaves the community’s creative, social and economic threads together by offering a means for local artists to connect with their audience, by enhancing the quality of life for residents and by providing a unique cultural experience for visitors. Funds gratefully received from Canadian Heritage will further grow and enhance this unique cultural experience by continuing to increase the various ways of engaging people to the arts, artists and local culture."
—Carmen Burrows, Artistic Director, Sointula Recreation Association
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