The Honourable Ron Cannan announces Government of Canada support for the Intercultural Society of the Central Okanagan
January 28, 2015 – Kelowna, British Columbia – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Intercultural Society of the Central Okanagan (ISCO) will receive funding of $25,100 through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program to present the 11th edition of Global Citizen Kelowna. The Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament (Kelowna–Lake Country), announced this support today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
Global Citizen Kelowna, a cultural diversity festival, is an annual celebration of the role that Kelowna’s citizens play in bringing awareness to humanitarianism both at home and abroad. Funding will support three of the main events in 2015: “A Taste of Home”, a day of multicultural dance, music and art displays; “Global Music Fest”, a showcase of local musicians; and “An Artist’s Eye on the World”, a city-wide youth photo, video and art exhibit.
“Our Government is proud to support organizations like the Intercultural Society of the Central Okanagan that contribute to the diverse and vibrant cultural vitality of British Columbia. We are excited to partner with communities to support activities that celebrate local history, arts and heritage.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"The Intercultural Society of the Central Okanagan plays an important role in our community by promoting acceptance of cultural diversity. Global Citizen Kelowna brings people of all ages and backgrounds together and provides us the opportunity to experience the rich multicultural heritage that Kelowna has to offer.”
—The Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament (Kelowna–Lake Country)
“The Intercultural Society of the Central Okanagan is very appreciative of this Government of Canada funding, as it has enabled the growth of their Global Citizen Kelowna activities. ISCO’s mission, like Canadian Heritage, is to build community. With the financial assistance of a Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage grant, Global Citizen Kelowna events add to community cohesiveness and connection—both locally and globally.”
—Joyce Brinkerhoff, Executive Director, Global Citizen Kelowna
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