Tennis Canada receives funding to host world-class tennis in Québec City
February 7, 2015 – Québec, Quebec – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, on behalf of the Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), announced that the Government of Canada has provided $50,000 to Tennis Canada, through Sport Canada’s Hosting Program, to support the hosting of the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas, World Group First Round matches between Canada and the top-ranked Czech Republic. The event will take place in Québec City on February 7 and 8, 2015.
“We are pleased to support Tennis Canada in hosting the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas, World Group First Round. International tournaments like this showcase our Canadian athletes against the world’s best competition in front of enthusiastic Canadian fans, especially our young people who are inspired by the tremendous example of athleticism and passion. During the Year of Sport in Canada and as we prepare to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the TO2015 Pan Am and Parapan Am Games, we will continue to celebrate events like the Fed Cup, the sport of tennis, and our Canadian athletes and the role they play in helping to define our cultural fabric from coast to coast to coast.”
- The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport)
“Hosting the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas, World Group First Round matches is a tremendous opportunity for people in Québec City and the surrounding area to enjoy world-class competition, particularly as we celebrate the Year of Sport in Canada. This event not only helps us promote sport and our athletes but is also an important social, cultural and economic driver that benefits the region.”
- The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
“Tennis Canada is incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received from the Government of Canada through Sport Canada’s Hosting Program. Through this support, we are able to stage a world-class event and a historic moment for Canadian tennis in Québec City, as it is the first time our team has qualified to compete at this level, and we are committed to providing an environment for both our fans and our players that is conducive to winning. Tennis continues to make remarkable strides not only in Canada but also on the world stage, bringing our country and the strength of our sporting culture even further to the forefront internationally. We are incredibly proud of this growth and must acknowledge the dedication and commitment from the Government of Canada in helping us achieve this success.”
- Kelly D. Murumets, President and Chief Executive Officer, Tennis Canada
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