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Province-wide feedback request for Cultural Policy
A questionnaire is now available for all Albertans to give their input on a provincial policy that will support the growth and development of culture in Alberta.
"Our goal is to have a policy that reflects what we've heard from Albertans - that culture includes a broad range of activities and is an essential ingredient of a well-lived life," said Hector Goudreau, Minister of Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture. "It will recognize ways that cultural activity contributes to our individual, social and economic well-being."
Preliminary consultation shows that Albertans see 'culture' as having a very broad definition that includes the arts, Alberta's historical and natural heritage, multiculturalism and diversity, and sport and recreation. Based on this definition, various components of a cultural policy have been drafted including the key outcomes, priorities, and strategies. The information gathered from responses to the questionnaire will assist the government in validating these components and in developing key actions to implement the policy, including potential areas for collaboration with communities.
Government of Alberta News Release
Link to the Cultural Policy website
From June 29 to July 31, Albertans were asked to provide their feedback on the key components. Thank you to everyone who completed the online survey or filled out a printed questionnaire.
Responses are currently being analyzed and summarized. Recommendations for a cultural policy will be presented to the Minister of Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture in the fall of 2007.