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July 2018
Minister Joly Launches Funding for Community Support, Multiculturalism,
and Anti-Racism Initiatives [VIDEO]
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Canadian Heritage is strengthening diverse communities and
supporting anti-racism initiatives across the country with
$21 million in new funding.
OTTAWA, June 27, 2018 /CNW/ - Diversity is Canada's strength and a
cornerstone of Canadian identity. We are a stronger and more successful
country because of our diversity. Unfortunately, too many Canadians face
barriers and challenges that prevent them from fully participating in
society and the economy. The Government is taking action to fund
community-led projects and events that address these challenges, such as
the elimination of racism and discrimination, in order to build a
stronger and more inclusive society.
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage and
Minister responsible for Multiculturalism, announced three new funding
streams that will strengthen diverse communities and support anti-racism
initiatives across the country. The government is investing a total of
$51.9 million over 3 years, which includes $21 million in new funding
for community-led projects, events and capacity building initiatives.
The Projects component will fund community-led activities that work
toward the elimination of discrimination, racism and prejudice,
with a priority for those supporting Indigenous Peoples and
racialized women and girls.
The Events component will fund local events that promote intercultural
and interfaith understanding as well as celebrations of a community's
history and culture, such as heritage months recognized by Parliament.
The Community Capacity Building component will fund projects that
will help recipients promote diversity and inclusion by
strengthening the online and social media presence of organizations,
establishing their communication strategies as well as enabling them
to recruit and train volunteers.
**Quotes**
"Although Canada is a welcoming and diverse country, our government
knows that we can always do better. That's why we are proud to launch
funding for initiatives that will celebrate our diversity, embrace our
differences and address issues of racism and discrimination. By
encouraging mutual understanding between all Canadians, programs like
this will help build a society where everyone feels a true sense of
belonging and can fully participate in their communities."
—The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister
responsible for Multiculturalism
"This year marks the 30th anniversary of the _Multiculturalism Act_. To
mark this occasion, we are renewing our commitment to the principles of
pluralism and inclusion contained in this important statute. By
supporting projects, events and initiatives that combat racism and
discrimination, we are reinvesting in our communities and fostering
Canada's diversity, which is our greatest strength."
—Arif Virani, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian
Heritage (Multiculturalism)
**Quick Facts**
Those interested in applying for funding under these new initiatives are
encouraged to contact Canadian Heritage at [pch.soutienauxcommunautes-
communitysupport.pch@canada.ca][132].
In Budget 2018, the Government of Canada announced $23 million in new
funding over two years to tackle racism and discrimination, with a
focus on Indigenous Peoples and racialized women and girls. This
funding included $21 million to support funding resources for anti-
racism and community support, and $2 million to engage Canadians on a
new anti-racism approach.
The government is investing a total of $51.9 million over 3 years, which
includes the $21 million in new funding for community-led projects,
events and capacity building initiatives.
The Government of Canada remains committed to meaningful, evidence-based
and community-involved whole-of-government initiatives in the pursuit of
equality and growth for all Canadians.
Canada is continuing to combat the inequity and exclusion that prevents
some Canadians from participating fully and equitably in our society.
SOURCE Canadian Heritage
For further information: (media only), please contact: Simon Ross, Press
Secretary, Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage, 819-997-7788;
Media Relations, Canadian Heritage, 819-994-9101, 1-866-569-6155,
pch.media-media.pch@canada.ca
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