This funding is in addition to the funding provided under the program put in place by the former Liberal government that preceded our government. We increased funding because we believe that Canada's two official languages is a real gift that we must protect and that we can celebrate. This really gives us an advantage both nationally and internationally.
Furthermore, we want to invest in our young people. We have created a new fund within the program for our artists. For example, this exists in Acadia. We also saw, during the Olympic and Paralympic Games, that culture and official languages go hand in hand with official languages promotion.
This is extremely clear to all those who understand the importance of the culture associated with each official language.
New programs have been created, there is new funding for our artists, for our young people, for our education system. This is a five-year commitment and a 20% increase over the old program.
These are clear and undisputed successes. I am extremely proud of what we have accomplished.