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Trudeau commits $500 million to arts, culture and sports sectors affected by COVID-19

Apr 17, 2020 | 10:54 AM

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will provide $500 million in support to the arts, culture and sports sectors through Heritage Canada.

The move comes as part of broader efforts to support creative industries impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trudeau says the government recognizes that many artists are facing financial difficulties.

He added those industries “continue to make us dream, particularly in dark times.”