Government of BC: Province boosts arts and culture funding
Press Release March 13, 2019 VANCOUVER – Government is boosting funding to the BC Arts Council by $15 million over three years to create new programs that encourage more inclusivity…
Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival Announces Public Installation Artists for May 2019
Press Release TORONTO, March 13, 2018 – Today, Scotiabank awarded the inaugural New Generation Photography Award, in partnership with the Canadian Photography Institute of the National Gallery of Canada. The…
“Backbone” debuts in Montreal.
Press Release Hot on the heels of 22 standing ovations in Europe, Red Sky Performance debuts “Backbone” at Montreal’s prestigious Danse Danse Festival for six shows from March 19 –…
More pro-d for child care staff means better care for young children
Press Release March 12, 2019 BURNABY – British Columbia families and their children will soon benefit from the latest methods in early years teaching and learning, such as using play-based…
Province Releases Our Way Forward: Manitoba’s Culture Policy and Action Plan
Press Release March 12, 2019 First New Culture and Creative Framework in a Generation: Cox Following the first review of Manitoba’s cultural policy in nearly three decades, the province has…
Minister Joly Announces a Review of the Official Languages Act to Support the Vitality of Official Languages Across Canada and the Full Recognition of English and French in Canadian Society
Press Release OTTAWA, March 11, 2019 This year, Canada marks the 50th anniversary of the Official Languages Act. The Act, which came into force in 1969, recognized the equal status of English and…
National Inquiry offers support for community gatherings and events
Press Release Vancouver, March 8, 2019 — The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls today announced it is offering funding assistance for organizations to host community…
YT Government: New administrator for Cultural Industries Training Fund
Press Release March 08, 2019 The Cultural Industries Training Fund (CITF) is now being administered by the Department of Tourism and Culture. The CITF provides support for professional training and…
Government of Canada celebrates International Women’s Day by making historic investment in women’s movement
Press Release Over 250 projects from women’s and Indigenous organizations across Canada will receive funding to ensure they can continue providing essential supports to women and their families March 8,…
Eight Honourees Presented with the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship
Press Release March 7, 2019 The Ontario government is honouring eight distinguished individuals for their contributions to their communities and the province, with the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship, the…
