SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN--(Marketwired - May 25, 2015) - Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing $29,450 in funding to 16 organizations through the Celebrate Canada Program for National Aboriginal Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Canadian Multiculturalism Day and Canada Day celebrations. A list of the organizations receiving support and a breakdown of the funding is available in the backgrounder.
Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin), made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
Quick Facts
- The Department of Canadian Heritage provides funding for activities organized on specific days during the Celebrate Canada period from June 21 to July 1.
- The Celebrate Canada period includes National Aboriginal Day on June 21, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24, Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27, and Canada Day on July 1.
- In 2014, the Government of Canada invested in more than 1,600 projects and events across the country under the Celebrate Canada program.
Quotes
"As we approach Canada's 150th anniversary, I invite all Canadians to take part in events celebrating our pride, our values and our accomplishments in a country that is strong, proud and free. These celebrations strengthen our communities and remind us where we came from and who we are as Canadians."
- Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"Our Government is proud to support local organizations in Saskatoon and surrounding areas so they can provide thousands of people with the opportunity to gather and celebrate our great country. This summer, join in these festivities and display your Canadian pride!"
- Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin)
"The Town of Osler is very grateful for the funding it receives from the Government of Canada. Without this support, Canada Day fireworks and cake would not be possible. We invite anyone and everyone to our Canada Day celebrations! Thank you for helping our small community celebrate our great country in a big way!"
- Ben Buhler, Mayor of Osler
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Backgrounder
Government of Canada Announces Support for Celebrate Canada Activities in Saskatoon and Surrounding Areas
Member of Parliament Maurice Vellacott announces funding for 16 organizations.
| Celebrate Canada Program This program provides funding for activities organized on specific days during the Celebrate Canada period, from June 21 to July 1. The Celebrate Canada period includes National Aboriginal Day on June 21, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24, Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27, and Canada Day on July 1. |
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| City | Organization | Project | Amount | ||
| Blaine Lake | Martins Lake Regional Park Authority | Celebrate Canada Day 2015 | $1,000 | ||
| Duck Lake | Duck Lake Historical Museum Society | Canada Day Duck Lake Style | $3,000 | ||
| Hague | Chante Lake Cabin Owners Association | Saint-Jean Baptiste Day Celebration | $1,250 | ||
| Hague | Town of Hague | Summer Blast Attraction | $1,500 | ||
| Langham | Town of Langham | Langham Canada Day | $2,200 | ||
| Leask | Leask Rec Board | Canada Day Celebration | $1,000 | ||
| Marcelin | Marcelin Recreation Board | Canada Day Celebration | $1,500 | ||
| Martensville | Martensville Community Access Centre | Canada Day in Martensville 2015 | $3,500 | ||
| Maymont | Glenburn Regional Park Authority | Canada Day Celebration | $500 | ||
| Osler | Town of Osler | Osler Celebrates Canada Day! | $3,000 | ||
| Radisson | Town of Radisson | Radisson & District Canada Day Festival | $1,000 | ||
| Rosthern | Seager Wheeler Farm Historical Society Inc. | Canada Day Celebration | $1,000 | ||
| Saskatoon | Saskatoon Indian and Métis Friendship Centre | National Aboriginal Day | $3,000 | ||
| Saskatoon | La Fédération des francophones de Saskatoon | Saint-Jean-Baptiste 2015 | $1,500 | ||
| Saskatoon | Saskatchewan German Council. | Familientag - Family Fun Day | $1,500 | ||
| Warman | City Of Warman | Canada Day 2015 | $3,000 | ||
| TOTAL: | $ 29,450 | ||||
Contact Information:
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
819-997-7788
Roxanne Carriere
A/Regional Manager, Communications
Prairies and Northern Region
Canadian Heritage
204-228-8866
roxanne.carriere@pch.gc.ca
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca