Member of Parliament Ron Cannan announces support for the Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Society
February 26, 2015 – Kelowna, British Columbia – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada will provide funding of $30,000 ($15,000 in 2015–2016 and $15,000 in 2016–2017) to the Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre Society through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This funding will support the 2015–2016 and 2016–2017 seasons of the Rotary Centre for the Arts (RCA) Presents Series. 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.
From September to June, the Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Society will showcase its RCA Presents Series, which features dance, theatre, music, comedy and interdisciplinary performances. A variety of community engagement activities will also be offered, including a local Jazz Jam, workshops, school performances, lectures, and pre-show presentations by local artists.
“Our Government is pleased to partner with the Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre Society, located in the heart of British Columbia’s vibrant Central Okanagan region. Support for the performing arts is essential for the professional growth and development of our Canadian artists.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“The Rotary Centre for the Arts is such a beacon of light and creativity in Kelowna’s cultural district, and is helping grow our reputation as a leader in arts and culture in British Columbia. I am excited to see it continue to showcase top-notch performances for residents of Kelowna and the Greater Okanagan.”
—The Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament (Kelowna–Lake Country)
“The Rotary Centre for the Arts is proud of its role in fostering the arts in the Central Okanagan. Funding from Canadian Heritage plays a huge part in providing the support to make our arts programming for youth and families possible. Thank you, Canadian Heritage.”
—Patrick LeBlanc, General Manager, Rotary Centre for the Arts
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