A Message from the Canada Council for the Arts

In a candid open letter, Michelle Chawla, Director and CEO of the Canada Council for the Arts, addresses the arts community's anxieties amidst growing economic uncertainties, particularly the looming threat of tariffs. She highlights the sector's crucial role in fostering national cohesion, driving economic growth, and showcasing Canada's global identity, even as rising costs and cautious spending patterns create significant challenges. Chawla emphasizes the need for sustained support and collective advocacy, urging the arts community to articulate its value to decision-makers and Canadians alike.

You can read the full open letter to the Canadian arts community on the Canada Council website, here.

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