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Tourism, Culture and Recreation
Executive Council

March 18, 2014

Province Celebrates Aboriginal Culture and Heritage

Groups Encouraged to Apply to Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Program

Aboriginal organizations throughout the province are encouraged to apply to the Provincial Government’s Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Program before the program deadline of April 15, 2014. Established in 2008, the program supports projects that preserve and protect Aboriginal practices and traditions.

“The Provincial Government is committed to the preservation of Aboriginal culture. This program recognizes the importance of protecting Aboriginal heritage and traditions and the value of passing them on to future generations. We encourage groups to avail of this funding to help celebrate and sustain the practices and cultures of Aboriginal peoples in Newfoundland and Labrador.”
- The Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

The program was developed to help safeguard many aspects of Aboriginal traditions and culture, including language, traditional knowledge and skills, storytelling, music, games, customs and cultural beliefs.

“The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Program contributes to the retention of the values and cultural practices of Aboriginal people. Through these initiatives, proud and honoured practices can be shared from one generation of Aboriginal people to another. They will also help benefit the wider population as they can secure a greater understanding of the spiritual and cultural values of Aboriginal people.”
- The Honourable Nick McGrath, Minister Responsible for Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs

Successful applicants may receive up to $15,000 for projects that document, pass on, and celebrate cultural traditions. For short-term events that recognize traditional culture, a grant of up to $1,000 is available. Applications are reviewed by the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee, which includes representatives from Aboriginal organizations.

For an application and other information about the program, visit: www.tcr.gov.nl.ca/tcr/heritage/Aboriginal_cultural_heritage_program.html 

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to supporting important social programs, strong communities and the health and well-being of children, families and seniors.

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Media contacts:

Melony O’Neill
Director of Communications
Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation
709-729-0928, 689-0928
moneill@gov.nl.ca
Scott Barfoot
Director of Communications
Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs
709-729-3015, 690-6290
scottbarfoot@gov.nl.ca 

2014 03 18             9:15 a.m.

 
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