Government of Canada provides funding in support of Symphony New Brunswick
SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwired - April 14, 2015) - Department of Canadian Heritage
Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament (Saint John), on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced that Symphony New Brunswick is benefiting from a boost of $143,571 to its fundraising efforts through the Symphony New Brunswick Foundation.
The Government of Canada is providing funds to the Symphony New Brunswick Foundation to manage and invest on behalf of Symphony New Brunswick through the Endowment Incentives component of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund, which encourages Canadians to donate to professional arts organizations.
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"Today's announcement demonstrates that we are serious about supporting organizations that enrich their community culturally and economically. We are pleased to contribute to the Symphony New Brunswick Foundation and to the success of New Brunswick's vibrant arts scene."
-The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"Enjoying a symphony orchestra is an inspiring cultural experience that enriches our quality of life in its own unique way. We are proud to support this foundation with our private sector and philanthropic partners."
-Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament (Saint John)
"This program has contributed significantly not only to Symphony New Brunswick's financial well-being but also to its artistic progress. Our endowment fund, with the assistance of Canadian Heritage through this program, has helped us grow employment of very highly skilled Canadian artists here in New Brunswick."
-G. Reid Parker, President, Symphony New Brunswick Foundation Inc.
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