King Heritage & Cultural Centre scores federal funding amid COVID-19 pandemic

Deb Schulte, MP for King-Vaughan, announced the funding Sept. 28

Yorkregion.com
Sept. 30, 2020
Laura Broadley

The King Heritage & Cultural Centre is over $34,500 richer thanks to the federal government’s Access to Heritage fund.

Deb Schulte, MP for King-Vaughan, announced the funding Sept. 28 as part of the COVID-19 Emergency Support Fund.

“We know how much museums and other heritage organizations have been affected by the pandemic. It’s important for the King Heritage & Cultural Centre to continue to share King Township's rich history and be a hub for our arts community,” Schulte said in a statement.

The COVID-19 Emergency Support Fund was announced in June to support culture, heritage and sports organizations through the pandemic.

Erika Baird, heritage and cultural supervisor for King Township, said in a statement the township appreciates the support from the federal government.

“These funds will ensure that the KHCC remains as a pillar of King’s cultural community and will assist in opening the doors in the near future. In these difficult times, culture can act as source for improving mental health and we look forward to welcoming back our residents to a place of reminiscence and reflection,” she said.