Government of Canada provides funding in support of the Imperial Theatre
May 19, 2015 – Saint John, New Brunswick – Department of Canadian Heritage
Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament (Saint John), on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced that the Imperial Theatre is benefiting from a boost of $43,180 to its fundraising efforts through the Imperial Theatre Foundation.
The Government of Canada is providing funds to the Imperial Theatre Foundation to manage and invest on behalf of the Imperial Theatre through the Endowment Incentives component of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund, which encourages Canadians to donate to professional arts organizations.
“Today’s announcement demonstrates that we are serious about supporting organizations that enrich their community culturally and economically. We are pleased to contribute to the Imperial Theatre Foundation and to the success of New Brunswick’s vibrant arts scene.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“This beautifully restored theatre provides an environment that certainly sets the tone for exquisite and inspiring cultural experiences that enrich our quality of life. We are proud to support this foundation with our private sector and philanthropic partners.”
— Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament (Saint John)
“The Imperial Theatre Foundation is very pleased to receive this support towards our long-term efforts to provide a stable future for the Imperial Theatre. By increasing the Foundation’s permanent investments, this funding helps the Foundation generate revenues that can support the work of the Imperial Theatre in Saint John.”
—SG Lee Bolton, Executive Director, Imperial Theatre Foundation Inc.
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