Budget offers $4B in cultural funding for museums, ice rinks, CBC

By Anja Karadeglija The Liberal government says it is providing “unprecedented” support in the new federal budget for culture and recreation through $4 billion in funding over five years. “Culture is foundational to a strong, proud and sovereign Canada,” says the budget document tabled Thursday. The measures include a total of $783.1 million on a cash basis over five years for Canadian museums. The budget says the money will go to support Canada’s national museums, the National Battlefields Commission, the National Arts Centre and Library and Archives Canada. It is to “help repair and renew aging facilities, protect national collections, and sustain the exhibitions, performances, and services that connect Canadians to our history and culture.” The budget is also making admission to Canada’s national museums free for those under 25….

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