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Dec 19, 2006, 12:03 AM
Edmonton Designated a 2007 Cultural Capital of Canada
EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Dec. 18, 2006) - On behalf of the Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Status of Women, the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of the Environment, accompanied by Stephen Mandel, Mayor of Edmonton, today announced that Edmonton has been designated a 2007 Cultural Capital of Canada, in the more than 125,000 population category. Comox Valley, British Columbia; Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan; Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec; and the Huron-Wendat Nation of Wendake, Quebec, have also been named Cultural Capitals for 2007.
"Canada's New Government is dedicated to enriching the lives of Canadians by supporting projects that increase their access to the arts and culture," said Minister Oda. "The Cultural Capitals of Canada Program celebrates the unique character of Canadian municipalities and recognizes the important role they play in highlighting the richness and diversity of our culture."
"Edmonton's designation as a cultural capital demonstrates the city's cultural leadership across the country," said Minister Ambrose.
"Building Connections" emerges from Edmonton's recognition of the contribution made by culture to quality of life. In keeping with this vision, 2007 will set the scene for a series of projects that include a year-long poetry festival. "Nightworks," a series of performances and light displays, will highlight the urban landscape. "Edmonton Explorations" will feature visual and media arts productions and exhibits by local artists. The year 2007 will truly be dedicated to building connections, as Edmonton showcases its cultural vitality and the diversity of its population and strengthens ties between citizens and artists.
The Cultural Capitals of Canada awards recognize the achievements of communities that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to the arts and culture. Funding is awarded for special projects that celebrate arts and culture and create a cultural legacy for the community. Edmonton could receive a contribution of up to $2 million.
An independent advisory committee, composed of the mayors of the 2006 Cultural Capitals of Canada and experts in the arts and culture fields, unanimously recommended the communities to be designated to Minister Oda.
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EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Dec. 18, 2006) - On behalf of the Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Status of Women, the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of the Environment, accompanied by Stephen Mandel, Mayor of Edmonton, today announced that Edmonton has been designated a 2007 Cultural Capital of Canada, in the more than 125,000 population category. Comox Valley, British Columbia; Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan; Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec; and the Huron-Wendat Nation of Wendake, Quebec, have also been named Cultural Capitals for 2007.
"Canada's New Government is dedicated to enriching the lives of Canadians by supporting projects that increase their access to the arts and culture," said Minister Oda. "The Cultural Capitals of Canada Program celebrates the unique character of Canadian municipalities and recognizes the important role they play in highlighting the richness and diversity of our culture."
"Edmonton's designation as a cultural capital demonstrates the city's cultural leadership across the country," said Minister Ambrose.
"Building Connections" emerges from Edmonton's recognition of the contribution made by culture to quality of life. In keeping with this vision, 2007 will set the scene for a series of projects that include a year-long poetry festival. "Nightworks," a series of performances and light displays, will highlight the urban landscape. "Edmonton Explorations" will feature visual and media arts productions and exhibits by local artists. The year 2007 will truly be dedicated to building connections, as Edmonton showcases its cultural vitality and the diversity of its population and strengthens ties between citizens and artists.
The Cultural Capitals of Canada awards recognize the achievements of communities that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to the arts and culture. Funding is awarded for special projects that celebrate arts and culture and create a cultural legacy for the community. Edmonton could receive a contribution of up to $2 million.
An independent advisory committee, composed of the mayors of the 2006 Cultural Capitals of Canada and experts in the arts and culture fields, unanimously recommended the communities to be designated to Minister Oda.
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