Canada's book industry showcases Canadian culture and talent around the world and strengthens the country's creative economy. The Government of Canada supports the growth of Canadian publishing by helping it stand out in the global marketplace.
Today, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, is proud to announce support for Canada's participation in the 2024 Angoulême International Comics Festival. This French festival is one of the world's leading events dedicated to comics, sometimes called "the ninth art." The next edition of the festival, to be held from January 24 to 28, 2024, will be a prestigious showcase for Canadian comics.
The Canadian presence will be the result of a partnership with Global Affairs Canada, the government's lead agency for the country's participation in this major event. Canadian Heritage will support this presence through commercial activities carried out in partnership with Livres Canada Books. These activities will allow Canadian comics publishers and industry professionals to make the most of their participation in this major international festival. In addition to showcasing Canadian literary talent, arts, culture and stories, they will promote the sale of publishing and distribution rights for a wide range of Canadian works.
This support will provide concrete opportunities to highlight Canadian expertise and develop lasting business relationships and commercial opportunities for Canada in the European and international markets.
