Cultural policy in Trois-Rivières

Cultural policy in Trois-Rivières

Background

Founded in 1634, Trois-Rivières is the second-oldest French-speaking city in Canada, and the ninth-largest city in Quebec. As the seat of the region, it is also home to provincial branch offices.

The old Montmagny quarter: a history of renaissance

The old Montmagny quarter: a history of renaissance

Context

Montmagny is located just 45 minutes outside of Quebec, and is home to 11,300 inhabitants. It is bordered on the north by the Saint Lawrence River, and on the south by the Appalachians.

Rebuild Lac-Mégantic

Rebuild Lac-Mégantic

Background

Lac-Mégantic is the central town of the Regional County Municipality (RCM) of Le Granit, located in the far southeast part of the Estrie region.

Research protocol, Mexico City

Research protocol, Mexico City

1. Context

In recent years, the Municipal Government of Mexico City has developed pioneering national public policies that promote the role of culture as a cross-cutting element of sustainable development in cities.

Terrassa white paper on culture

Terrassa white paper on culture

1. Context

Terrassa is a medium-sized city in the province of Barcelona (Spain). As of January of 2017, it had a population of 217,000. It is an ancient Roman city, and was once the production centre for the region's textile industry.

Youth and cultural citizenship in Yopougon

Youth and cultural citizenship in Yopougon

1. Context

With a population of 1,071,000, and located in the city of Abidjan, Yopougon is a lively cultural centre where youth, artists, cultural entrepreneurs, and non-profit organisations, all play an essential role.