For many months, Canadians have had few opportunities to attend large-scale artistic and cultural events in person. Finally, this summer, the Just for Laughs Festival returns in its full format to celebrate its 40th edition.
By investing in arts and culture, the Government of Canada is supporting artists and their work. This ensures that we can continue to build a strong and diverse cultural sector for the benefit of all Canadians. With this in mind, the Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pablo Rodriguez, announced today that the Government of Canada is providing $800,000 in funding to the Just for Laughs Festival.
This investment, provided through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund, will help support the Just For Laughs artistic program. This 40th edition of the festival will offer audiences an extensive bilingual program both indoors (paid) and outdoors (free). Activities will take place at Place des Festivals and at several other venues in the Quartier des spectacles.
