Canadian Heritage

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Jan. 8, 2009) - The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today visited the National Theatre School of Canada.

"The National Theatre School of Canada is a place brimming with creativity and innovation-two essential factors that contribute to the vitality of our country's cultural life," said Minister Moore. "Our Government is proud to help raise the profile of this national institution, which is an important centre of artistic creativity."

A funding partner of the National Theatre School of Canada, the Government of Canada recognizes that the arts and culture are vital to our society, our identity, and our economy.

While in Montreal, Minister Moore also took part in roundtables, met with key players in the cultural sector, and visited the Musee d'art contemporain de Montreal.

This news release is available on the Internet at www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Media Room.