Astral pledges $2.3M to National Arts Centre in support of young artists

OTTAWA – Astral Radio has made a $2.3 million commitment to Canada's National Arts Centre in Ottawa, the largest-ever contribution that the performing arts institution has ever received.The funds, which will be spread over seven years, will go towards the NAC Foundation to help identify young Canadian musical artists who show exceptional promise, and encourage them to reach their full potential through training and showcasing opportunities."We are tremendously grateful to Astral Radio for this incredible contribution, which will go a very long way toward supporting young Canadian artists," said NAC Foundation CEO Jayne Watson, in the announcement. "Through its generosity...