Taber Cornfest Celebrates 40 Years of Fun in Southern Alberta
Member of Parliament LaVar Payne announces support for annual festival
(firmenpresse) - TABER, ALBERTA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/05/15 -- Department of Canadian Heritage
The Taber and District Chamber of Commerce will receive $6,900 through the program to present the 40th edition of Taber Cornfest. LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament (Medicine Hat), announced this support today on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
Taber Cornfest is one of Western Canada''s largest family festivals. This year''s festival activities include live musical performances, arts and craft displays, and artisan demonstrations. The activities will present the work of more than 80 local artists and artisans.
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"Each year, Taber Cornfest brings residents of Southern Alberta together to celebrate arts and culture with family and friends. It gives local artists and craftspeople the opportunity to engage with their community, something our Government believes is crucial to improving the quality of life of all Canadians."
-The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
"Congratulations on reaching 40 years, Taber Cornfest! Opportunities to enjoy festivals like this play an important role in building healthy communities, and Taber Cornfest continues to provide Albertans with a fantastic mix of local musicians, artists and artisans showcasing their talent."
-LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament (Medicine Hat)
"We are very grateful to the Government of Canada''s Department of Canadian Heritage for assisting with funding for this year''s Cornfest. This is a major anniversary for the festival, and we are very excited. With the strong support we receive from the community and the Government of Canada, we are able to maintain Taber Cornfest as the largest free outdoor festival in Western Canada."
-Tyrel McLelland, President, Taber and District Chamber of Commerce
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Marisa Monnin
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
819-997-7788
Anna Gravelle
Regional Communications Manager
Canadian Heritage
Western Region
604-666-6504
Media Relations
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819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
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Datum: 05.05.2015 - 10:08 Uhr
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