Government of Canada funds Aboriginal programming during the Toronto 2015 Pan Am and Parapan Am Games
February 10, 2015 – Toronto – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (NCCT), on behalf of the Aboriginal Leadership Partners (ALP), will receive $500,000 from the Government of Canada’s Community Celebrations Fund to showcase the Indigenous cultures of the Americas at the Toronto 2015 Pan American and Parapan American Games.
Through its Federal Cultural Strategy for the Toronto 2015 Games, the Government of Canada will showcase Canadian values and heritage, and enhance engagement in the Americas.
The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), made the announcement today at the NCCT.
“I'm thrilled to announce this important contribution, which will showcase Aboriginal culture and heritage during the Games. Our Government wants to spread the Pan Am spirit and excitement, and today’s event is a testament to the unique and entertaining elements the pavilion will bring to the heart of the city.”
—The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport)
“The Aboriginal Pavilion will be a celebration of Indigenous activities and culture next summer, and we can’t wait to share the rich and diverse talent we’ve assembled with Torontonians and the many national and international visitors who will be in town for the Games.”
—Cynthia Lickers-Sage, Executive Director of the Aboriginal Pavilion
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