Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages and Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Nature) David Myles (Fredericton—Oromocto, N.B.) announced $277,200 in support for the Réseau atlantique de diffusion des arts de la scène (RADARTS) in Moncton, N.B., through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This investment will … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced Budget 2025 investments in culture totalling $503 million over four years, starting in 2026-27, in sectors such as the arts, multimedia, journalism, and national celebrations. Budget 2025 proposes to provide $150 million in funding to support the modernization of CBC/Radio-Canada’s mandate … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) issued a statement: “Today, Sikh communities in Canada and around the world are celebrating the birthday of Sri Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.” The full statement is available online. Contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca.
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) issued a statement: “Today marks the beginning of Hindu Heritage Month. Throughout November, we honour the invaluable contributions of Hindu communities across the country.” The full statement is available online. Contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca. Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) … Read more
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) announced $10 million in funding over 10 years, starting in 2025–26, for Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, a national institution dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the profound impact of sport on Canada’s identity. The full release is available online. Contact alyson.fair@pch.gc.ca.
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) announced a $3.11-million investment for mental health initiatives. The investment will help ensure continued access to mental health services for national team-carded athletes and coaches, including those who will represent Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in February … Read more
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Lena Metlege Diab (Halifax West, N.S.) reiterated the Government of Canada’s commitment to Acadian and Francophone communities by announcing the signing of the Canada–Nova Scotia Agreement on Minority-Language Education and Second Official-Language Instruction 2024-25 to 2027-28. Under the Canada–Nova Scotia Agreement, an investment of more than $48 million has been … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Steven Guilbeault (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) issued a statement: “Today and tomorrow, we join Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist communities in Canada and beyond in celebrating Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights.” The full statement is available online. Contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca.
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence Sean Casey (Charlottetown, PEI) announced the signing of the Canada–Prince Edward Island Agreement on Minority‑Language Education and Second Official‑Language Instruction 2024–2025 to 2027–2028. Under the Canada–Prince Edward Island Agreement, an investment of more than $16 million has been made in Prince Edward … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure Caroline Desrochers (Trois-Rivières, Que.) announced $950,000 in funding for the Musée des cultures du monde in Nicolet, Que. This funding was provided through Canadian Heritage’s Canada Cultural Spaces Fund. The full release is available online. Contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada … Read more
