Government of Canada Announces Funding for the Round Table on Black History Month |
| MONTREAL, January 31, 2005 -- The Honourable Raymond Chan, Minister of State (Multiculturalism), today announced $45,000 in funding for the Round Table on Black History Month. The funds will enable the Round Table to coordinate and promote a number of activities for Black History Month in February. "Each year, Black History Month is a significant opportunity to bring Canadians of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds closer together. That is why our Government is proud to support this event," said Minister of State Chan. This year, Black History Month will focus on the contributions made by Black communities to Canadian society, and will increase the public's awareness of the realities faced by these communities. The Round Table on Black History Month gathers more than 80 groups from within the Quebec Black community. The Department of Canadian Heritage is providing this funding through its Multiculturalism Program. Canada's Multiculturalism Policy promotes full and equitable participation from people of all origins in Canadian society, as well as interaction between diverse individuals and communities. It also encourages public institutions to respect and promote Canada's multicultural character. Funding announced today was provided for in the March 2004 federal Budget. Information: Roy Bornmann Office of the Minister of State (Multiculturalism) (819) 997-9900 Myriam Brochu Chief, Media Relations Canadian Heritage (819) 997-9314 |
