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'Montreal is a music city': protestors host 'funeral march' for closures of cultural venues

City News Montreal06.22.2025
'Montreal is a music city': protestors host 'funeral march' for closures of cultural venues
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TL;DR
A protest in Montreal against the closure of cultural venues due to the pandemic measures took place, with a funeral-style march emphasizing the plight of the cultural sector. Participants, including artists and cultural workers, are concerned about the lasting impacts and urge government support to prevent venue closures. The demonstration highlights the importance of these spaces and calls for immediate action to ensure the survival of Montreal's cultural landscape.

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