How Do You Want to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Confederation?

Young Canadians Have their Say about the celebrations in 2017

GATINEAU, QC, Jan. 31, 2014 /CNW/ - Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, conducted consultations in Gatineau today to seek young Canadians' views on how they would like to celebrate the 150^th anniversary of Confederation. All Canadians, including young Canadians, are invited to have their say by completing an online questionnaire at Canada.ca/150. The youth who were invited represent a range of different communities, backgrounds, and interests that are important to young Canadians.

Quick Facts

• The Government of Canada is holding roundtables this winter with individuals who are active in their communities and represent a wide range of organizations or groups from across the country.
• Both the roundtable participants and Canadians who complete the online questionnaire will be asked five key questions.
• The data collected will provide insight into the types of activities and projects that resonate most with Canadians and will help us plan the celebrations.
• Over the next three years, as we approach the anniversary, we will celebrate key historic milestones that have defined our country.

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"I am very pleased by the ideas that I have heard today and the show of interest demonstrated by these young Canadians. They are an example for us all. As we shape plans for Canada's 150^th anniversary, I encourage young Canadians to let our Government know how they want to celebrate Canada's history, values, and traditions."
—Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages

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Associated Links
Canada 150 Website
Have Your Say! Questionnaire

SOURCE: Canadian Heritage