Liberal MP Linda Lapointe (Rivière-des-Mille-Iles, Que.) attended opening of the new Théâtre Gilles-Vigneault in Saint-Jérôme. In October 2016, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities Stéphane Lauzon (Argenteuil–La Petite-Nation, Que.) announced $3.6 million in funding for Diffusion En Scène Rivière-du-Nord to build the performance hall. This support, which the Government of Canada provided through the … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) issued the following statement: “Today, we pay tribute to Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat whose heroic acts and ingenuity saved the lives of tens of thousands of Hungarian Jews in Nazi-occupied Hungary. Mr. Wallenberg put his own life in jeopardy to issue a special ‘protective passport’ … Read more
Infrastructure and Communities Minister Amarjeet Sohi (Edmonton Mill Woods, Alta.) and Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) announced an investment in cultural infrastructure for the Citadel Theatre. The Theatre is benefitting from $504,262 in funding through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund for specialized equipment, including video projectors, stage draperies for the Shoctor and Maclab theatres, LED stage light fixtures, … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) issued the following statement: “Today, Tamils in Canada and around the world gather to celebrate Thai Pongal. Traditionally, the festival is a time to give thanks for the harvest season and gather with friends, family and neighbours. Celebrated during Tamil Heritage Month, Thai Pongal is an … Read more
The Department of Canadian Heritage issued the following statement: “In view of current concerns about harassment in the cultural sector and beyond, we reiterate that respect for human dignity and the value of every person governs all of Canadian Heritage’s activities. We stand with artists, actors and creators across industries in saying that there is … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) issued the following statement: “During this month of celebrations, let us all draw inspiration from the strength and resilience of the Tamil community. May we never forget their stories of courage in the face of adversity. Through Canada’s commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, we can ensure … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) reflected on this past year that saw Canadians come together and celebrate what it means to be Canadian. The Government of Canada supported community infrastructure projects, free access to Parks Canada sites, and celebrations and community initiatives from coast to coast to coast. Some 5,800 Canada 150 projects … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) announced the appointment of five directors to the CBC/Radio-Canada Board of Directors. All mandates are for five years. The new members are: Harley Finkelstein (Ontario), René Légère (New Brunswick), Jennifer Moore Rattray (Manitoba), François R. Roy (Quebec), and Marie Wilson (Northwest Territories). The full release is available online. Call 819-997-7788.
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) issued the following statement: “Today, Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world celebrate the birthday of their 49th hereditary Imam and spiritual leader, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. An advocate of peace, diversity and pluralism, the Aga Khan is acknowledged internationally for his work in support of economic … Read more
Heritage and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly (Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Que.) issued the following statement: “Tonight at sundown, millions of Jewish people in Canada and around the world will mark the beginning of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. This joyous eight-day celebration commemorates the Jewish people’s struggle for freedom from oppression and the victory of light … Read more
