Montreal's Festival sur le Canal cancelled this year after 17 editions showcasing local talent | CBC News

Festival sur le Canal, a Montreal live music event, was cancelled due to denied government funding, aligning with new environmental policies. The festival, which typically featured emerging artists, couldn't meet the eco-friendly permit requirements. These changes impacted numerous events seeking financial aid. Organizers faced challenges in finding alternative funding to ensure the festival, known for its unique open-air venue by the Lachine Canal, could continue. The cancellation has disappointed many local artists and attendees who regularly look forward to the annual event, which in recent years has become a cultural hub for Montreal communities.