Canada 150: Federal government funding microgrants, musical celebration CBC.ca ... federal government is spending $17.5 million on community events and a "national musical celebration" to honour Canada's 150th birthday in 2017.The 150th Anniversary of Confederation in 2017: It's Happening Right Here! - Marketwired (press release) Canadian Heritage announces Canada 150 projects - The Guardian Charlottetown Ottawa to fund music, community projects as part of Canada 150 - CTV News Full Coverage