Government of Canada provides financial support to Talk Is Free Theatre
BARRIE, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - April 19, 2014) - Department of Canadian Heritage
Patrick Brown, Member of Parliament (Barrie), on behalf of Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages Shelly Glover, today announced $35,500 in funding to Talk Is Free Theatre for the "Creative Trust Barrie" project.
This joint initiative will allow Talk Is Free Theatre to work in partnership with Theatre by the Bay and the Barrie Film Festival to develop stronger planning and financial skills by finding innovative ways to increase their resources and revenues.
The Government of Canada has provided this funding through the Strategic Initiatives component of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund. This component provides funding for projects supported by multiple partners and benefitting many organizations. These initiatives help arts and heritage organizations diversify their revenue streams and strengthen the efficiency of their management and business practices.
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"A theatre is a gathering place that defines our communities. We are proud to support this initiative with our partners: Talk is Free Theatre, Theatre by the Bay, and the Barrie Film Festival."
-Patrick Brown, Member of Parliament (Barrie)
"Today's announcement demonstrates our commitment to supporting organizations that enrich their community's cultural life and also strengthen its economy. We are pleased to contribute to the success of Barrie's vibrant cultural scene."
-Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"On behalf of my colleagues at Theatre by the Bay and the Barrie Film Festival we are delighted to be awarded this funding. We look forward to sharing the results of our innovative project with the broader community."
-Arkady Spivak, Founder and Artistic Director, Talk Is Free Theatre
"We at Theatre by the Bay are so grateful to be a part of this initiative. We thank Patrick Brown and the federal government for their tremendous support. We look forward to working closely with Talk Is Free Theatre and the Barrie Film Festival to put the 'Creative Trust Barrie' into action."
-Nick Baillie, Co-Founder, Theatre by the Bay
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