Press Release Department: Federal - Canadian Heritage

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced that an additional $14 million has been made available to support the sport sector—more specifically, regional and community sport organizations—through existing bilateral agreements with the provinces and territories. This announcement builds on the funding of $72 million for the sport sector through the Department of Canadian Heritage’s Emergency Support Fund for … Read more

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced the reappointment of Judith Anne LaRocque as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Canadian Museum of Nature for a three-year term, beginning December 14, 2020. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-9101.

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) issued the following statement: “This week we are celebrating Canada History Week. This year’s theme, “Exploring the history of Canada’s environment and climate,” highlights historic achievement in conservation and preservation, climate science and activism, as well as Indigenous environmental stewardship in Canada.” The full statement is available online. … Read more

Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth Bardish Chagger (Waterloo, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. We began marking this day in 1999 in response to the brutal killing of Rita Hester, a Black Trans woman. On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour all Trans, Two-Spirit, and non-binary people who were victims of … Read more

Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth Bardish Chagger (Waterloo, Ont.) issued the following statement: “Today, members of Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist communities in Canada will celebrate Diwali—also known as the Festival of Lights. This celebration marks a time of jubilation, reflection, compassion, and love for the world around us. It represents the triumph of … Read more

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced $2,714,400 in Creative Export Canada program funding for five organizations. The projects are focused on the audiovisual, interactive digital media, visual art and design industries. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-9101.

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister Canadian Heritage Julie Dabrusin (Toronto—Danforth, Ont.) and Liberal MP Hedy Fry (Vancouver Centre, B.C.), announced funding for two British Columbia organizations through the Creative Export Canada program. The $1,560,000 in support will help two projects focused on audiovisual, interactive digital media, visual art and design. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-9101.

Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for human rights have concluded two half-day meetings during which participating ministers had the opportunity to discuss their key priorities in relation to Canada’s international human rights obligations. The virtual meeting was co-hosted by the federal government and the Government of Nova Scotia represented by Justice Minister and Attorney General … Read more

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced funding for eight Quebec organizations through the Creative Export Canada program. The $3,371,000 in funding will help support the audiovisual, interactive digital media, music and publishing industries. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-9101. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth and Canadian Heritage … Read more

Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) introduced amendments to the Broadcasting Act. These amendments will require online broadcasters to contribute to the Canadian broadcasting system and will provide the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) with the modern tools it needs to keep up with technological changes. The Bill also provides that the Canadian broadcasting system should … Read more