This year, the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival is offering a range of performances and festive events that will be sure to delight audiences and make the region shine even brighter.
Today, Steven MacKinnon, Member of Parliament (Gatineau), on behalf of the Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pablo Rodriguez, announced $99,800 in funding for the 35th edition of the Festival. The funding, from the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, will help support this event that showcases regional heritage and gives local artisans and performers a great opportunity to connect with the public.
Speaking on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec (CED), Mr. MacKinnon also announced $590,000 in financial support from CED. The Tourism Relief Fund provided $500,000 in additional funding, and the Quebec Economic Development Program provided $90,000 for event marketing. These non-repayable contributions will help the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival adapt its services, offering tourists a more modern and environmentally friendly experience. They will also help promote the festival beyond Quebec.
