SHERBROOKE, Quebec, June 25, 2024

Arts and culture inspire us and bring us together, in addition to strengthening the vitality of our communities and our economy. Today, Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament (Sherbrooke), announced that the Government of Canada is providing $227,300 in funding for six cultural events in Sherbrooke. She made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage

This funding, provided through the Local Festivals component of the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, makes it possible to offer audiences in Sherbrooke dozens of free shows and an opportunity to celebrate the history and heritage of the city and region. To learn more about the recipients and the details of this funding, consult the attached backgrounder.