The arts touch the spirit and nurture the soul, enriching the quality of life in any city. This sector can also be an important economic and employment generator.

• Attendance at Cultural Events
• Employment in Cultural Industries
• Employment in Arts, Culture, Recreation, and Sport
• Establishments in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

Supplementary Local and National Comparison Information

Attendance at Cultural Events is an indicator of the level of interest and opportunity in arts and culture in a community.

Source: Statistics Canada, special request, General Social Survey,2005.

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The % Employment in Cultural Industries is an indicator of the number of people employed in arts and culture in Waterloo Region and the importance of arts and culture to our community.

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Employment in Arts, Culture, Recreation, and Sport is an indicator of the number of people employed in recreation and sports as well as the arts and the level of importance of the broad area of culture and recreation in Waterloo Region.

Source: Census 2001, 2006, Community Profiles

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The Number of Establishments in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation is an indicator of the level of opportunity for the public to engage in these activities.

Source: Statistics Canada, Market Research Handbook, 2006, 2008

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