Canadian Heritage

Canadian Heritage and its portfolio organizations play a vital role in the cultural, civic and economic life of Canadians. Arts, culture and heritage represent more than $57 billion in the Canadian economy and close to 673,000 jobs in sectors such as film and video, broadcasting, music, publishing, archives, performing arts, heritage institutions, festivals and celebrations.

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Funding

Apply to one of a myriad of funding programs that support culture, history, heritage, sport and official languages in Canada.

Events, celebrations and commemorations

Show your pride for this amazing country by participating in our many events and celebrations and by commemorating important moments and people in Canadian history.

Landmarks and attractions in Canada's Capital

Discover Parliament Hill and take a stroll down Confederation Boulevard to explore the many national museums and commemorative monuments in the national Capital.

Languages

Learn more about our official languages as well as the variety of Indigenous languages spoken nationwide.

The creation of Canada

Learn about the original inhabitants of Canada, the origin of our country's name, the Fathers of Confederation and the events and milestones that shaped our country's creation.

Anthems and symbols of Canada

Get information about the melodies, objects and flags that have become – through traditional usage or by public perception – the symbols by which Canadians identify themselves.

Human rights

Know your rights as a Canadian citizen, understand how your rights are protected, and learn how to file a complaint if you have been discriminated against.

Monarchy and the Crown

Get a better understanding of how the Crown remains a fundamental part of Canada's system of government and our sense of identity.

Sport

Learn how our sport programs provide Canadians with access to sport as part of a healthy and active lifestyle, and help athletes participate and succeed in competitions.

Museology and conservation

Explore the expertise and services available to heritage institutions and professionals, including collections management and the preservation and conservation of cultural objects and artefacts.

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Museums and galleries

Visit a national museum or gallery, get a Museums Passport or apply for funding through one of our many programs designed to support heritage institutions.

Movable cultural property

Discover how Canada supports the preservation of artistic, historic and scientific heritage through designation, tax certification, grants and by regulating the import and export of cultural property.

Arts and media

Explore funding opportunities, and information and services available in the arts and media industries, including festivals, music, book publishing, film and more.

Cultural youth programs

Enjoy learning and adventure, friendship and discovery as you take part in student or graduate jobs, internships and language immersion programs.

Cultural trade and investment

Discover the programs, policies and regulations in place to support the acquisition or preservation of cultural objects and media industries for the long-term benefit of Canadians.

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Corporate information

The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez

Minister of Canadian Heritage

The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor

Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen

Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion

The Honourable Marci Ien

Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge

Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec

Parliamentary Secretaries

Chris Bittle
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage

Marc G. Serré
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages

Paul Chiang
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Diversity and Inclusion

Jenna Sudds
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth

Adam van Koeverden
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Sport

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