In The News
Canada's New Government Announces Funding for the Huronia Museum
MIDLAND, ON, Jan. 23 /CNW/ - On behalf of the
Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Status of Women, Bruce Stanton, Member of Parliament (Simcoe
North), today announced $5,000 in funding for the Huronia
Museum. The funds will enable the museum to create a five-year
business plan that will help the site attract more visitors.
"I am pleased that Canada's New Government
is supporting the Huronia Museum's excellent work as it plans
for a bright future," said Mr. Stanton. "This museum
is a flagship attraction in the Town of Midland. It's a collection
that vividly captures the history of Southern Georgian Bay
from the time of the Ouendat."
"Showcasing our heritage can help Canadians
learn from our history," said Minister Oda. "This
investment will enhance the region's cultural profile and
benefit the local economy by attracting more visitors to the
Midland area."
"The Huronia Museum is most grateful to
Canadian Heritage for its contribution towards the development
of a five-year business plan. This project would not have
been possible for our museum without the assistance of the
Canadian Arts and Heritage Sustainability Program," said
Nahanni Born, Administrator for Huronia Museum.
The Huronia Museum houses collections that
feature Huron and Ojibway cultural history, art and artists
from the Georgian Bay Region, the marine history of Georgian
Bay, and the local history of the people, communities, and
industries that have served the region for the past four hundred
years.
Canada's New Government is providing funding
through the Capacity Building component of the Canadian Arts
and Heritage Sustainability Program. This program of the Department
of Canadian Heritage supports modern management
and greater financial stability in arts and heritage organizations.
For further information: Information: Chisholm Pothier,
Director of Communications, Office of the Minister of Canadian
Heritage and Status of Women, (819) 997-7788; Dave Anderson,
Executive Assistant, Office of the Member of Parliament
for Simcoe North, (705) 327-0513; Jaime Burke, A/Manager
Communications, Canadian Heritage, Ontario Region, (416)
973-2050
Publisher's Note: The Huronia
Museum and Quendat Village represents First Nations'
life prior to the arrival of the Europeans. The resort destination
of Midland
Ontario is one of the most significant historical destinations
in North America. The Museum has been instrumental in developing
travel and tourism in the area and is a member of the Georgian
Bay Tourism destination marketing group.
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