QSA's Week in Arts and Culture (#4, 2024)

Gov invests $12.5M in minority media; CBC bonuses scrutinized; Indigenous youth in Senate; Online Streaming Act updates; Francophone arts agreement renewed.

QSA's Week in Arts and Culture (#4, 2024)

Start Date: 2024-10-26
End Date: 2024-11-01

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Government Invests $12.5M in Minority Language Community Media

The Government of Canada announced a significant investment of $12.5 million to support official language minority community media across the country. This funding, part of the Action Plan for Official Languages 2023–2028, will enhance the capacity of 89 new projects. It aims to strengthen the viability of minority community radio stations and newspapers, ensuring access to content in native languages. Additionally, $5 million will be allocated to address labor shortages, creating 125 internships at community media organizations.

Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']