Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) issued a statement on the death of Sam Sniderman. Moore said Sniderman was a keen fan of Canadian music and a strong advocate for Canadian content broadcast regulations and the creation of the Juno Awards. Born in Toronto, Ont., Sniderman started selling records in his brother's store, Sniderman … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) consulted official-language minority communities in Coquitlam, B.C. on their priorities in one of a series of pan-Canadian government consultations on official languages. Moore said the government is committed to protecting, celebrating, and strengthening linguistic duality. The full release is available online. Call 819-997-7788. Heritage Minister James Moore (Port … Read more
At a meeting co-chaired by Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.), provincial and territorial ministers responsible for culture and heritage in Canada met in Winnipeg. The ministers agreed on the relevance of a strategic framework for cooperation on culture and heritage that is centred on development, cultural engagement and conservation. The ministers recognized … Read more
The rich heritage and cultural vitality of Port Moody, B.C, will be celebrated and commemorated, thanks to an investment from the government. Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) announced funding for the Port Moody Heritage Society. The society will present the 12th annual Ioco Days festival from Oct. 6 to 14, 2012. Ioco … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) consulted official-language minority communities in Toronto, Ont, on their priorities in one of a series of pan-Canadian government consultations on official languages. The government has undertaken extensive consultations to meet with Canadians from all provinces and territories. The full release is available online. Call 819-997-7788.
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) issued a statement on the death of Ruth Goldbloom. Moore said Goldbloom devoted much of her life to helping Canadians through her volunteer work and by championing various causes such as culture, health and education. Moore added that Goldbloom received many awards and honorary degrees for her … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) consulted official-language minority communities in North Bay, Ont, on their priorities in one of a series of pan-Canadian government consultations on official languages. The government has undertaken extensive consultations to meet with Canadians from all provinces and territories. In addition to North Bay, consultations are being held … Read more
Investments by the government in cultural organizations in Sudbury, Ont, are helping create jobs and stimulate the economy. Support for 13 projects was announced by Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC). These investments will support a wide variety of organizations that share the goal of boosting tourism and strengthening the local economy while … Read more
Thanks to an investment by the government, residents of Timmins, Ont, now have a lasting reminder of the 100th anniversary of their city and the contribution of mining to its establishment. Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) announced support for the Porcupine Prospectors and Developers Association's for the 2012 Timmins Centennial Legacy Project. … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the passing of Suzanne Martel. Moore said Martel published more than 20 works, which have entertained generations of Canadians. Moore added that Martel was the recipient of more than a dozen literary prizes from across Canada, awarded with the Canada Council Children's Literature … Read more
