Celebrating Summer in Sault Ste. Marie

SAULT STE. MARIE, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - April 30, 2015) - Department of Canadian Heritage

The Government of Canada is providing $8,250 to the Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program to support the 94^th edition of their annual summer festival, Rotaryfest. This year's event will take place from July 17 to 19 and will feature performances by local artists.

Bryan Hayes, Member of Parliament (Sault Ste. Marie), made this announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.

Quick Facts

• The festival features performances by artists and musicians from a variety of genres and styles, including country, jazz, latin, R&B, blues and rock.
• The performances will take place in Clergue Park and Rowswell Park.
• The Rotary Club has been present in Sault Ste. Marie since 1918.

Quotes

"I applaud the organizers of Rotaryfest for showcasing seasoned and emerging local artists and the great contribution they make to our cultural identity. By increasing opportunities for local artists and artisans to get involved through festivals and other projects, we are building stronger communities."

-The Honorable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages

"Our Government is proud to support local events like Rotaryfest, which have a strong cultural and economic impact on our community. Thanks to the Government of Canada's investment, visitors will continue to enjoy the musical talents of our local artists."

-Bryan Hayes, Member of Parliament (Sault Ste. Marie)

"Rotaryfest, The Sault's Summer Festival-celebrating our 94^th year-is the summer fete for our northern community. The much needed and appreciated support from the Department of Canadian Heritage allows us to nurture our local musical talent, which provides almost all of the entertainment on our two stages for the three days of festivities."

-Rod Goodall, Chair, Rotaryfest

Associated Links

Rotary Fest

Rotary Club of Sault Ste, Marie

Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage

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