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Rally in Support of Canadian Culture
October 08, 2008
Artists and supporters will rally in Toronto this coming Wednesday in support of ordinary Canadians doing extraordinary things in the cultural sector.
Culture has emerged as a key issue in the federal election like never before. The rally, spearheaded by the Writers Guild of Canada and ACTRA, will bring together high-profile artists from every discipline to call on Canadians to consider the contribution of culture to their every day lives and vote for candidates who value the contribution of artists when they vote in the federal election on October 14. A wide variety of individuals and groups in arts and culture have responded to the call and are expected to show their colours at the rally.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Venue: Simcoe Park, next to the Canadian Broadcasting Centre
Location: Front Street, at the foot of the Entertainment District Toronto, ON
Categories: Arts & Culture
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