News ReleaseCommunity-led efforts promoting multiculturalism The first recipients of the Multiculturalism, Indigenous and Inclusion Grant are launching initiatives to promote multiculturalism and end racism in Alberta. The Multiculturalism, Indigenous and Inclusion Grant (MIIG) Program is part of the government’s strategy to advance work on both multiculturalism and anti-racism by funding projects that celebrate diversity, reduce … Continue reading
International Women’s Day: Minister Aheer Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer issued the following statement on International Women’s Day: “On International Women’s Day, we join countries around the world to celebrate women and all of their accomplishments.“Alberta has a strong history of women paving the way for future generations. We … Continue reading
News Release Anniversary of Quebec mosque shooting: Minister Aheer Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on the fourth anniversary of the shooting at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City: “On this day in 2017, Canada was stunned by the shooting at the Islamic Cultural Centre … Continue reading
News Release Mid-Autumn Festival: Minister Aheer Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on the Mid-Autumn Festival: “For Albertans of East Asian heritage, today marks the beginning of the Mid-Autumn, or Moon Festival. “This festival is rooted in traditional folklore and celebrates the harvest. Today, people in … Continue reading
News Release Relaunching funding for community projects Alberta’s government is reopening the Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant stream to support economic recovery and build social connections. Alberta’s non-profit and community organizations can now apply to the Sept. 15 intake of the Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant stream, which aims to foster healthy and vibrant communities … Continue reading
News Release Canadian Multiculturalism Day: Minister Aheer Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women, issued the following statement on Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “This is the first time in 25 years that the Government of Alberta has a ministry dedicated to multiculturalism, because we understand that our diversity makes us stronger. Our … Continue reading
News Release TELUS World of Science expansion advances The Government of Alberta’s commitment to investing $12 million into the Aurora Project will help the TELUS World of Science’s expansion plan move forward. This phase of the Aurora Project includes new and renewed areas that will create more opportunities for visitors to imagine and have fun. … Continue reading
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