Government of Canada announces support for local festivals and concert series
September 3, 2014 – Whitehorse – Department of Canadian Heritage
Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament (Yukon), along with Yukon Senator Daniel Lang, today announced support for eight Yukon-based projects through the Celebrate Canada program and the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
Funding will support a range of activities including local celebrations for National Aboriginal Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day and Canada Day, as well as for local concert series and festivals.
“Our Government is proud to contribute to the cultural life of communities throughout Yukon by investing in arts, culture, heritage, and festivals, as well as important milestones and anniversaries.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“Arts and culture play an important role in the economic growth and development in the North. These projects offer the opportunity to recognize and celebrate our exceptional cultural connections here in Yukon.”
—Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament (Yukon)
“Whitehorse Concerts is very grateful to the Department of Canadian Heritage for the funding received through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. Throughout our 30-year history, Whitehorse Concerts has been an integral part of the musical culture of Yukon, in presenting and educating our audiences about the magic of classical music. This support is absolutely essential to allow our organization to continue this important work.”
—Steve Gedrose, Manager, Whitehorse Concerts
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