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Oakville MP Terence Young recently announced $130,000 in funding for the Town's Big Ticket Presentation Series at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. The money, $65,000 in 2014-15 and $65,000 in 2015-16, comes from the federal government's Canada Arts Presentation Fund. The program is intended to give Canadians increased access to the variety and richness of Canada's culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional performances, and other artistic experiences. "The Big Ticket Presentation Series offers high-quality performances that enrich our Oakville's Big Ticket Presentation Series picks up federal arts grant community," said Young. "I am pleased that our government supports the Town of Oakville in providing a wide range of cultural experiences, and I look forward to upcoming seasons." The funding will support the 2014 and 2015 Big Ticket Presentation Series of live performances featuring music, theatre, dance, comedy, circus, and children's programming. With this investment, the Town of Oakville will also offer activities to attract youths and enhance audience appreciation, such as workshops, master classes, and post-show artist talks. "Our government is proud to invest in organizations that give Canadians access to live professional artistic experiences," said Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages in a press release. "We recognize that arts and culture are important generators of economic growth, jobs and wealth in our communities." Ronnie Brown, coordinator of marketing and development for the Oakville Centre for 17 | Friday, November 1, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com the Performing Arts, said the funding would allow the centre to bring diverse artists to its theatre and further enhance the creativity and expression of performing arts in the community. "There is no greater satisfaction than the gratitude of our audience and the appreciation of the artists as they come together," he said. Shhhh... Oakville's Best Kept Secret. A NT TI IO O AT TT TE EN NN Women with Interstitial Cystitis/ Bladder Pain Syndrome We are enrolling women to participate in a clinical research study of an investigational medication You may be eligible if: · You are a female between the ages of 18 and 75 · You have been diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome Round brilliant cut diamond 1.44 ct.,VS2, F colour, Good cut GIA Certified Diamond - Value $32,500 You can have this one only, for $17,500 The Highest Quality,The Lowest Price. Guaranteed. ** If eligible to participate, you will be seen by a study doctor and will receive study-related testing and study medication at no cost. 1-866-666-3329 For more information, please call: 309 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville 905.339.7604 · www.omnijewelcrafters.com *Subject to prior sale and may be terminated at any time. Time is Precious, Mistakes are Costly and Decorating is Complicated. TO SCHOOL! A Rotherglen education offers positive, safe and friendly learning environments that inspire and promote intellectual curiosity, creativity and academic excellence in our students.This is achieved through the integration of an exceptional curriculum including the arts, athletics, community service and leadership opportunities. LOVE COMING OUR STUDENTS TO BOOK A CALL TODAY Give your child a Rotherglen education. Oakville Primary Campus Inquire about your Personal Design Consultation. At Fitz by Design we are committed to creating breathtaking, functional spaces that are unique as the individuals living in them. TOUR PERSONAL Oakville Elementary Campus Grade 1 to 8 2050 Neyagawa Blvd, Oakville, ON 905-849-1897 Montessori: Ages 3-5 to Grade 1 2045 Sixth Line, Oakville, ON 905-338-3528 Call 905.334.3583 www.fitzbydesign.ca shona@fitzbydesign.ca www.rotherglen.com