Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the presentation of the Charles Taylor Prize for literary non-fiction. Moore said that Canada has many exceptional writers whose works give Canada the opportunity to explore a wide array of subjects and to expand horizons. Moore added that the 11th Charles Taylor Prize … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) announced the National Theatre School of Canada will continue to provide high-calibre training to theatre arts students, thanks in part to an investment from the government. The government has provided total funding of $9.2 million over two years (2012-2013 and 2013-2014) through the Canada Arts Training Fund. … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the occasion of the presentation of the Governor General's Awards in Visual and Media Arts. Moore said that every year, the Governor General's Awards in Visual and Media Arts celebrate the outstanding work of Canadians in a wide range of disciplines, including visual … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the occasion of the 84th Academy Awards. Moore said that he is pleased to congratulate all the Canadians honoured at the 84th Academy Awards as nominees in several prestigious categories. Moore said that he would particularly like to applaud this year's Oscar winner … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) reaffirmed support for the International Festival of Films on Art. Moore said that for a 30th consecutive year, Montrealers and other festival visitors will be able to discover the world of media arts and art films at the International Festival of Films on Art, thanks to support … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the Death of Pierre Juneau. Moore said that Juneau made a considerable contribution to the Canadian media landscape. Moore added that Juneau was an Officer of the Order of Canada, a member of the Privy Council of Canada, and a member of the … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement to mark National Flag Day of Canada. Moore said that on Feb 15, 47 years ago, the red and white maple leaf flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill, in communities across Canada and at Canadian embassies around the world. Moore … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the occasion of the 54th annual Grammy Awards. Moore said that the 2012, Grammy awards have once again put Canadian music firmly in the world spotlight. Moore added that the artists who have represented Canada at this important event are true international ambassadors … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) launched the Crown in Canada iPhone application and mobile site as part of Diamond Jubilee week. New mobile applications launched by the government will encourage Canadians from coast to coast to coast to celebrate Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee and learn more about Canada's traditions, history and institutions. … Read more
Heritage Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, BC) issued a statement on the 84th Academy Award nominees. Moore said he is proud to see so many Canadians among the official list of Academy Award nominees. Moore added that this is a testament to Canada's reputation for excellence, which extends well beyond its borders. The full … Read more
