Arts and culture are a significant part of Canada’s economy. The arts and culture sector contributed $45.8 billion to the Canadian economy in 2013, up from $42.9 billion in 2011. The sector’s economic impact is expected to grow to $51.5 billion by 2019.

The arts and culture sector is also a significant employer, accounting for 1.2 million jobs, or 5.5% of total employment in Canada. The sector is a major source of employment for youth, women, Aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

The arts and culture sector has a positive impact on the Canadian economy in five key ways: attracting visitors; creating jobs and developing skills; attracting and retaining businesses revitalizing places; and developing talent.

Arts and culture are a significant part of Canada’s economy.

Arts and culture are a significant part of Canada’s economy. The arts and culture sector contributed $45.8 billion to the Canadian economy in 2013, up from $42.9 billion in 2011. The sector’s economic impact is expected to grow to $51.5 billion by 2019. The sector is a major source of employment for youth, women, Aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

The arts and culture sector has a positive impact on the Canadian economy in five key ways: attracting visitors; creating jobs and developing skills; attracting and retaining businesses revitalizing places; and developing talent.