I would also point out that, in general, the arts and culture sector accounts for about 3.1% of GDP, if memory serves, and about the same percentage of jobs. So the sector has a major economic impact and contributes to the development of our communities. There is no doubt that it is an economic driver.
I heard my colleague say earlier that, in addition to the events themselves, the whole community experiences and is supported by them: the population triples, and all the nearby businesses and citizens benefit from these events.