May 14, 2015 – Ottawa – Department of Canadian Heritage
On July 10, 2015, Canadian Heritage, in collaboration with its exclusive sponsor Manulife, will launch Northern Lights: Stories of a Country. This entirely new 30-minute experience of sound and light is a thrilling thematic journey through Canada’s history presented in spectacular detail against the backdrop of the Parliament Buildings.
Today, the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages—joined by representatives from Manulife and Idées au cube, the Montréal-based producers of the show—revealed the name and details about this one-of-a-kind production in a national landmark setting.
As momentum builds toward Canada 150 celebrations, Northern Lights reflects the important milestones in Canadian history.
“Northern Lights highlights defining moments in our history that have shaped this country and contributed to our sense of pride in what Canada represents: a strong, proud and free nation. We look forward to July, when this one-of-a-kind show launches on Parliament Hill for all to enjoy.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
““Manulife is pleased to be the exclusive sponsor of Northern Lights—an inspired celebration of key figures, events and achievements from Canadian history. Supporting programs that promote Canadian culture and pride, such as the sound and light show, furthers the vision and leadership of our first president, Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, and reflects our character as a strong, reliable, trustworthy and forward-thinking company.”
—Christopher Donnelly, Vice-President and Counsel, Industry, Regulatory and Government Affairs, Manulife
“We at Idées au cube are thrilled for the opportunity to pour our talent and creativity into Northern Lights, a major Canadian production that will be seen for the next five years on the Parliament Buildings. Projects like this foster innovation and growth in Canada’s arts community.”
— Nathalie Gélinas, Vice-President and Producer, Idées au cube
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Marisa Monnin
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
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