CCA Bulletin 25/10 - The CCA Publishes its Annual Analysis of the Federal Budget

Just the Facts

Having received answers to the questions raised with the government, the Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) is now pleased to publish its annual Analysis of the Federal Budget from the perspective of the arts, culture and cultural industries.

The analysis of the 2010 budget examines federal funding to the Department of Canadian Heritage, cultural agencies and Crown Corporations; organizational and funding changes within the Department of Canadian Heritage; federal funding of key programs across the arts, heritage and cultural industries; and other noteworthy developments affecting the sector.

While there is little in the way of “bad news” in the budget – indeed, it is status quo in the funding of programs and Strategic Reviews of the Canada Council, the CBC, the National Film Board and Telefilm, which did not face any cuts –  all eyes are on next year, and the shape of things to come.(more)