Tories give arts groups the silent treatment

Conservatives are causing fear by refusing to discuss cultural policy, the community says

In Montreal, more than 70 arts organizations from across the country unveiled a major election manifesto ...Arts leaders also requested meetings with party representatives to discuss the document. Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff was quick to oblige, as were NDP and Bloc Quebecois candidates. Again, there was no response from the Conservatives.

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