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Media Advisory - Minister Joly to Discuss Solutions for a Safe, Harassment-Free Creative Sector at Events in Toronto


Minister Joly will participate in discussions with representatives from the arts community to learn more about existing challenges and support solutions to ensure a safe environment for all

TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2018 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will attend two meetings with representatives of the creative industries on Wednesday in Toronto. The discussions will focus on addressing harassment and ensuring a safe environment for all.

The first meeting is being organized by the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) and the Canadian Actors' Equity Association and will focus on the performing arts sector; the second will be hosted by the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) and will focus on the film and television sector.

Following her participation in these discussions, Minister Joly will take questions from media alongside representatives from both events.

Please note that all details are subject to change without notice. All times are local.

The details are as follows:

Media Availability ? Addressing Harassment in the Creative Sector

DATE:
Wednesday, January 17, 2018

TIME:
3:15 p.m.

PLACE:
ACTRA National
625 Church Street, Third floor
Toronto, Ontario
M4Y 2G1

 

SOURCE Canadian Heritage



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