Culturescope.ca - The Culture Sector in Atlantic Canada: Its Economic Impact and Export Potential

Home Research Themes Cultural Policy Trade The Culture Sector in Atlantic Canada: Its Economic Impact and Export Potential "In Canada as in the rest of the world, it is generally recognized that culture is at the heart of social vitality and identity. In spite of this, however, decision-makers have been slow in recognizing the major impact of cultural activities on the provincial, regional, and national economies."

An important notice to Culturescope.ca users:

Studies & Reports 12 of 23

"International trade in cultural goods and services in developed countries almost tripled in value in absolute terms between 1980 and 1997,3 a trend that seems likely to continue. In Canada, exports of cultural goods and services represent about $5 billion annually. Although Atlantic Canada’s share of these exports may be marginal, the market is expanding. Between 2000 and 2002, the export value of Atlantic Canadian cultural goods increased by 48.3 percent, from $11.8 million to $17.4 million.5 In the same period, exports from Canada as a whole grew by 10.2 percent. Given the limitations of the regional and national markets, cultural entrepreneurs in the region, like entrepreneurs everywhere, know the advantages of turning their attention outward."


Creator(s)	Nicole Barrieau, The Canadian Institute for Research on Regional Development
Source Location	Canada

Date Published	2004
Language	Bilingual
URL	http://www.acoa ...
Copyright Holder	The Canadian Institute for Research on Regional Development