OWEN SOUND, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 29, 2015) - Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing $28,050 in funding to 10 organizations in Grey and Bruce counties through the Celebrate Canada Program. A list of the organizations receiving support and a breakdown of the funding is available in the backgrounder.
Larry Miller, Member of Parliament (Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound), 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.
Quotes
"As we approach the 150th anniversary of Confederation, I invite all Canadians to come out and take part in these events that celebrate our pride, our values and our accomplishments. By supporting such events, our Government is honouring its commitment to strengthen our communities and to increase public awareness about our history and heritage."
- The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"I am very pleased to see that the federal government is supporting Canada Day celebrations throughout Bruce and Grey. This Canada Day is especially significant, as 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada. I strongly encourage all residents to come out and celebrate our great country at one of the many local Canada Day celebrations this year."
- Larry Miller, Member of Parliament (Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound)
"Owen Sound is a former Cultural Capital of Canada with a longstanding tradition of proudly celebrating our Dominion and Canada Day with great music, theatre, and dance, good food, games and rides for children. The highlight for many is the spectacular fireworks display at the end of the evening. Our celebration takes place beside the bay in our beautiful Kelso Beach Park, welcoming thousands of local residents and visitors. We're very thankful to the Department of Canadian Heritage for its support."
- Ian Boddy, Mayor, City of Owen Sound
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Backgrounder
Government of Canada Announces Support for Celebrate Canada Activities in Southwestern Ontario
Member of Parliament Larry Miller announces funding for 10 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 | |
| Owen Sound | City of Owen Sound | Owen Sound Celebrates Canada Day | $5,000 | |
| Markdale | Corporation of the Municipality of Grey Highlands | Grey Highlands Celebrates Canada | $4,800 | |
| Meaford | Corporation of the Municipality of Meaford | Canada Day 2015 Celebrations | $4,000 | |
| Holstein | Optimist Club of Egremont Township Ontario | Canada Day Holstein Fireworks Festival | $3,000 | |
| Durham | Lions Club of the West Grey Durham | Durham Loves Canada | $3,000 | |
| Wiarton | Wiarton and District Chamber of Commerce | Canada Day 2015 | $2,500 | |
| Tobermory | Tobermory Chamber of Commerce | Canada Day - Celebrate the Canadian Flag! | $2,000 | |
| Chesley | Kinsmen Club of Chesley | Julyfest 2015 | $1,500 | |
| Priceville | Priceville Improvement Committee to celebrate Canada Day | Canada Day Celebration 2015 | $1,500 | |
| Allenford | Allenford Improvement Association | Celebrate Canada with Allenfest 2015 | $750 | |
| TOTAL: $28,050 | ||||
Contact Information:
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
819-997-7788
Renee Mactaggart
Regional Communications Director
Ontario Region
Canadian Heritage
416-973-2050
renee.mactaggart@pch.gc.ca
Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca