Jazz Festival Kicks Off Summer in Bridge City

Member of Parliament Maurice Vellacott announces funding for the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival

(firmenpresse) - SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN -- (Marketwired) -- 12/17/14 -- Department of Canadian Heritage

The Government of Canada is providing $176,000 in funding over two years ($88,000 per year) to the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. for the 2015 and 2016 editions of the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival. The funding is provided through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin), made this announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.

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"This international jazz festival attracts thousands of spectators each year with its fantastic program. It brings significant economic benefits to Saskatoon, while enriching the artistic landscape of Saskatchewan and our great country."

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

"Our Government is proud to support the 2015 and 2016 editions of the SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival. This investment in the arts in Saskatchewan gives residents and visitors access to remarkable performances right here at home."

-Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin)

"The Government of Canada's funding enables the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival to continue to fulfill its mission to present the best of Canada's musicians. It allows us to bring often little-known yet high-quality musicians to the province and develop a nationwide market for talented artists in our country."

-Bob Eaton, Chair, Saskatchewan Jazz Festival

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