The federal government plans to spend more than $1.3 million on eight cultural organizations in Nova Scotia.
The money will go to arts, culture and heritage groups in the province to help them upgrade their facilities with new technology and modern infrastructure, according to a news release from Canadian Heritage.
“Nova Scotia’s diverse and vibrant culture is supported by numerous organizations that deliver performances, exhibits, workshops, displays and more,” the government writes in the release.
“For these cultural organizations to deliver quality activities while accommodating and welcoming different audiences, it is essential that facilities incorporate new technologies, modern infrastructure and upgrades to their spaces.”
Minister of Canadian Heritage Pascale St-Onge made the announcement at Neptune Theatre in Halifax on Tuesday.
The theatre plans to use $54,000 to turn their warehouse into a carpentry workshop and professional storage area without interrupting its production schedule.
“The improvements will create a better working space for Neptune Theatre’s professionals working in set construction, lighting, sound, prop design and more, which will result in enhanced experiences for audiences and performers on stage,” the government writes in a release.
Other organizations receiving funding include:
- King’s Theatre Society ($489,313)
- Museum of Natural History ($346,000)
- Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association ($249,722)
- Conseil acadien de Par-en-Bas ($125,000)
- Songwriters and Storytellers Society ($75,000)
- Cobequid Arts Council (10,533$)
- Society for Arts Presentation / Centre for Arts Tapes ($6,681)
