Celebration of Maritime Culture in the Saint-Jean-Port-Joli Region

SAINT-JEAN-PORT-JOLI, QUEBEC--(Marketwired - June 1, 2016) - Department of Canadian Heritage

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced $11,800 in funding for the 18^th Fête des chants de marins, which will take place in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli from August 17 to 21, 2016.

With this funding, provided through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, the festival will promote maritime heritage and culture from Quebec and beyond.

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Celebrating maritime culture at St-Jean-Port-Joli's Fête des chants de marins, with the support of the #GoC.

Quick Facts

• The Fête des chants de marins aims to develop the maritime cultural heritage of Quebec and other places and to promote the arts and popular traditions associated with the Saint Lawrence River.
• Planned activities include concerts, dance performances, workshops on the lives of sailors, a maritime dictation, an exhibition and entertainment for children.
• Nearly 120 volunteers take part in organizing the event, which attracts around 15,000 people-making it the largest maritime festival in Quebec.

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"Through their dedication and commitment, the organizers of the Fête des chants marins make it possible for Saint-Jean-Port-Joli's residents and visitors to discover rich local heritage, as well as the arts and popular traditions associated with the Saint Lawrence River."

-The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage

"Due north! From August 17 to 21 in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, we will steer in the same direction as the great explorers to the fabulous world of the Inuit; to vast, fascinating and wild spaces that have always haunted the imagination of seafarers. On the horizon is a lineup that's extensive and exciting with a northern twist. Before setting sail again, get your rigging and luggage ready, clear your decks and come in large numbers, mates, because this trip will be like the others: unforgettable!"

-Michèle Desrochers, Administrator, Fête des chants de marins

Associated Links

Fête des chants de marins (French only)

Fête des chants de marins on Facebook (French only)

Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage

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