Member of Parliament Ted Falk announces funding for four local organizations
October 14, 2014 – Steinbach, Manitoba – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing total funding of $50,300 to four organizations in southeastern Manitoba to support their 2015 community festivals. This funding is provided under Canadian Heritage’s Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program.
Ted Falk, Member of Parliament (Provencher), made this announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
For a breakdown of the funding and details on the organizations receiving support, see the attached backgrounder.
“When it comes to great local talent, our communities have a lot to offer their residents and visitors alike. Today, our Government is helping local festivals showcase their home-grown artists and celebrate their heritage.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“I am pleased that our Government is supporting festivals that bring visitors to the region and get residents involved in their communities. I applaud the hard work of these organizations and the many volunteers that help ensure the success of these events year after year for all to enjoy!”
—Ted Falk, Member of Parliament (Provencher)
“The Sugaring Off Festival shares and celebrates Métis and French-Canadian history, the evolution of French education in Manitoba, and the craft of maple syrup. The support of the Government of Canada helps us ensure the success of the Festival, and we are grateful for it.”
—Roland Gagné, President, St-Pierre-Jolys Museum
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