Renewal of funding granted to the Fête nationale de l’Acadie

The government of Canada reiterates its support for community celebrations of the Fête nationale de l’Acadie

MONCTON, NB, July 2, 2024 /CNW/ – L’honorable Ginette Petitpas TaylorMinister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of Defence and Member of Parliament for Moncton–Riverview–Dieppeand the honorable Dominic LeBlancMinister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, and Member of Parliament for Beauséjour, are proud to confirm the renewal of funding for the Fête nationale de l’Acadie celebrations. The ministers made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-OngeMinister of Canadian Heritage.

This investment of $1.5 million over three years, allocated starting in 2024, will support more than a hundred activities organized over the next three years to mark the Fête nationale de l’Acadie and give the Acadian people opportunities to come together and express their pride and cultural identity.

The government of Canada recognizes the importance of highlighting the contribution of the Acadian people to the social and cultural fabric of our country. The renewal of this funding demonstrates its commitment to promoting the development of Francophone communities living in minority settings.

To learn more about the Fête nationale de l’Acadie and discover the celebrations taking place near you, visit our website, follow us on social media and use the hashtag #FêteNationaleAcadie.

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Citations

“The government of Canada is proud to once again support community celebrations of National Acadian Day. These will give Canadians more opportunities to recognize the determination and courage of the Acadian people, who have helped shape our Canadian culture, identity and values.”

– L’honorable Pascale St-OngeMinister of Canadian Heritage

“Our Acadian culture is rich, diverse and contributes in countless ways to the collective heritage of CanadaThe funding we highlighted today further demonstrates our government’s commitment to supporting the celebration of our identity and history. On the occasion of National Acadian Day, I encourage all Canadians to participate in these dynamic events.”

– L’honorable Ginette Petitpas TaylorMinister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of Defence and Member of Parliament for Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe

“Every year, the Fête nationale de l’Acadie is a highlight of the summer season in the Maritimes. It’s an opportunity to come together with family and friends to celebrate who we are, and to bring to life what sets us apart as Acadian people. As a government, we will always be there to ensure that our Francophone minority communities remain vibrant.”

– L’honorable Dominic LeBlancMinister of Public Security, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, and Member of Parliament for Beauséjour

Quick facts

The Fête nationale de l’Acadie is funded by the Celebrations and Commemorations Program of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

The Celebrations and Commemorations Program aims to achieve the following objectives: ensure access to celebrations held in all regions of the Canadato enable Canadians to appreciate the country’s cultural, ethnic, linguistic and geographic diversity; to ensure access to commemorations of national interest that pay tribute to people, places, symbols, anniversaries and notable achievements; and to create opportunities to participate in national celebrations and commemorations that foster pride and a sense of belonging among Canadians.

It was in 1881, during the first national convention of Acadians in Memramcookin New Brunswick, that August 15 is designated as the national Acadian holiday, now called the Fête nationale de l’Acadie.

In 2003, the government of Canada adopt the Act establishing the National Acadian Day.

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