Fierté Montréal receives $113,750 in financial assistance
from CED.
MONTRÉAL, July 24,
2024 /CNW/
- Canada Economic Development
for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supporting a more inclusive, sustainable, competitive economy
contributes to economic development in Quebec's regions.
That is why the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada,
Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible
for CED, today announced a non‑repayable
contribution of $113,750 for Fierté Montréal.
This CED support enabled the organization to develop
and implement an international marketing strategy
to promote the 2024 edition of Festival
Fierté Montréal.
Since 2007, Fierté Montréal has been amplifying
the voices of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities to ensure
their representation, their inclusion and
the recognition of their rights in society.
Promoting the festival abroad helps to raise
its international profile and develop tourism,
as well as stimulate social and cultural diversity
among Montréalers and Quebecers in a context
of intersectionality and the creation of
sustainable connections.
The Government of Canada
recognizes and supports businesses and organizations
that are a source of pride
in their communities. Quebec's economic growth relies on
organizations with strong roots in the regional
economy; they are key assets in building
a sustainable, inclusive economy.
Quotes
"The support announced today highlights our willingness
to boost the tourism industry and our renewed
commitment towards businesses, organizations
and Canadians. CED's financial contribution for
Fierté Montréal is excellent news for the Greater
Montréal region and its drawing power! Thanks to
the Government of Canada's investments in tourism
experiences, we are ready to host tourists
from home and around the world."
The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member
of Parliament for Hochelaga, Minister of Tourism and
Minister responsible for CED
"Montréal's festivals showcase our city's artistic vitality,
creativity and diversity. The Festival
Fierté Montréal stands out because it contributes
not only to economic development in the metropolitan
region, through tens of millions of dollars in tourism spending,
but also to its social development. Each year, tens
of thousands of tourists from around the world join us
to celebrate the creativity and resilience of
2SLGBTQIA+ communities. CED's ongoing support makes it
possible for us to ensure this encounter between
the communities from home and abroad
takes place; it is a key ingredient
in protecting, maintaining and advancing human
rights."
Simon Gamache, Executive
Director, Fierté Montréal
Quick facts
- The funds have been granted under CED's Quebec Economic
Development Program. This program aims to help communities
seize economic development and diversification opportunities that
are promising for the future.
- CED is the key federal partner in Quebec's regional economic development.
With its 12 regional business offices,
CED accompanies businesses, supporting organizations and
all regions across Quebec
into tomorrow's economy.
Associated links
- Fierté Montréal
- CED funding initiatives and programs
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SOURCE Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions