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Federal Government invests in Saskatchewan events and festivals

Jun 13, 2012

Festivals in Saskatchewan that promote tourism and local culture got a boost from the Government of Canada and the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. The following were recipients:
  • Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Society - visit Northern Lights website for details
  • Regina Folk Festival - visit  Regina Folk Festival website for details
  • Other Saskatchewan events and organizations that received funding were:
    •  Saskatchewan Festival of Words Moose Jaw;
    •  Gustin/Trounce Heritage Committee;
    • Northern Saskatchewan International Children’s Festival; and
    •  25th Street Theatre Centre in Saskatoon; and
    • 100th Anniversary celebrations of the town of Norquay through the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage Fund.