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…

SHERBROOKE, Quebec, June 25, 2024 The Government of Canada has announced investments of $227,300 for six festivals in Sherbrooke. This funding is provided through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, which provides opportunities for Canadians to participate in activities that showcase local arts and culture or celebrate local history and heritage. The Local…

OTTAWA, June 25, 2024 The Government of Canada is committed to further strengthening its longstanding relationship with the Republic of Korea by and celebrating our artists, creative professionals and athletes. The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, and YU In Chon, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism for the Republic of Korea, reinforced the…

OTTAWA, Traditional Unceded Algonquin Territory, June 27, 2024 Today, we mark Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a celebratory occasion to honour the many diverse individuals and communities from around the world that call Canada home. Our country’s collective identity is rooted in the recognition that our many languages, traditions and beliefs enrich our social fabric. In fact, Canada…

MONTRÉAL, June 27, 2024 The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal returns again this summer, with 10 days of must-see, often free concerts on the streets and stages of the Quartier des spectacles in Montréal. It features performances by some of the biggest names in jazz that are sure to delight music fans. Today, the Honourable…

GATINEAU, June 28, 2024 Today, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced the appointment of Benjamin Nycum as Chairperson of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights Board of Trustees. This appointment is the result of a rigorous, open, transparent and merit-based Governor in Council selection process. Benjamin Nycum has distinguished himself in architecture…