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RBC donates $90,000 to Dance Saskatchewan
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Jill Reid and two young dancers from
Dance Saskatchewan recognize RBC's $90,000 donation
at a cermony in Saskatoon (check). RBC's donation will
support Dare to Dance, an annual show starring
Saskatchewan performers who have gone on to join professional
companies and pursue careers in the arts.
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, May 31, 2005 — RBC
Dominion Securities, through RBC Foundation, announced a $90,000
commitment to Dance Saskatchewan Inc., becoming title sponsor
for Dare to Dance through 2007. For 12 years, this
unique annual show has saluted the accomplishments of Saskatchewan
performers who have gone on to join professional companies
and pursue careers in the arts. RBC Foundation has been a
supporter of Dance Saskatchewan Inc. since 1996.
"At RBC, we're passionate about supporting arts and
culture because we realize a community's prosperity depends
on more than just economic sustainability," said Dale
Huisman, branch manager, RBC Dominion Securities, Saskatoon.
"We believe in the power of the arts to enrich our lives
and enhance our communities, and RBC is proud to support organizations
that harness and promote creative talent, such as Dance Saskatchewan
Inc."
Susan Fowler Kerry, Chair, Dance Saskatchewan Inc. said,
"To receive such overwhelming enthusiasm for all our
work means more than words can express. RBC works with the
best performing arts organizations in the country, and their
validation has provided us with renewed energy to carry on
with our vision of what dance can achieve."
"We view this funding as an investment and I know that
we can guarantee great returns. Our Centre provides a place
for some of our most marginalized youth to find expression
of their essential humanity," said Jill Reid, Executive
Director, Dance Saskatchewan Inc.
RBC Financial Group (RBC) supports organizations, initiatives
and events that contribute to Canada's communities through
nurturing and celebrating artistic expression. In 2004, RBC
supported national and community theatre, dance, choral and
orchestral music, and the visual arts, including the sixth
annual RBC Investments Painting Competition. Focus areas include
programs that help bring the arts to children.
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