Government of Canada supports the Grand River Jazz Society

Waterloo, ON, March 11, 2013 ? Peter Braid, Member of Parliament for Kitchener-Waterloo, on behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, was pleased to announce an investment of $10,000 for the Grand River Jazz Society through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund.

This funding will enable the club to present top-notch jazz performances by local, national, and international musicians, featuring a variety of jazz genres. This particular series will take place from September 2013 to June 2014. Shows are held in the Jazz Room at the historic Huether Hotel in Uptown Waterloo.

?I am pleased that our Government continues to support the arts in Waterloo Region,? said MP Braid. These investments help to create a strong and vibrant arts community that enhances the quality of life for our residents, stimulates the local tourism industry, and creates jobs.?

?The Grand River Jazz Society is thrilled to have support from Canadian Heritage,? said Stephen Preece, President of the Grand River Jazz Society. ?This funding will ensure sustainability and continued accessibility for top quality arts in our community.?

Canadian Heritage?s Canada Arts Presentation Fund gives Canadians increased access to the variety and richness of Canada?s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional performances, and other artistic experiences.

Photo: Stephen Preece, President, Grand River Jazz Society, and MP Peter Braid.

Source: http://peterbraid.ca/government-of-canada-supports-the-grand-river-jazz-society/

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