GATINEAU, June 20, 2024 Canada’s history of discriminatory government policies and practices has been detrimental to Indigenous languages and significantly contributed to their erosion. Restoring and promoting language is an important part of healing, reconciliation, and fostering a strong sense of identity and community. On the eve of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Honourable Pascale…
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TSIIGEHTCHIC, Northwest Territories, June 21, 2024 A functional space where Indigenous culture is shared and celebrated is important to the continued vitality of the community. It provides an economic boost to the community, is a gathering place for Elders, artists and residents, and becomes a destination for visiting artists and tourists. It ensures that traditional…
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GATINEAU, June 21, 2024 The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples in their efforts to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen their languages. Today, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced a $269,724 investment over five years, which will support the revitalization of the Dene Zhatié, or South Slavey, language in…
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GATINEAU, June 21, 2024 The Government of Canada is committed to helping Canadian creative businesses and organizations enhance their visibility and increase their profits in global markets, benefiting Canada’s creative professionals and our economy. The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced today that Aurora Heat is receiving funding from the Creative Export Canada…
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OTTAWA – The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, and YU In Chon, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism for the Republic of Korea, will be available for outlets looking to take photos during the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for the Year of Cultural Exchanges 2024-2025. Media are invited to take photos…
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OTTAWA, June 24, 2024 The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, and the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, issued the following statement on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day: “For the millions of Canadians who cherish the beautiful French language, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day is a time to come together and show their pride. Today, we celebrate the beauty…
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