The Governor General's Performing Arts Awards are Canada's foremost distinction for excellence in the performing arts. The awards recognize a stellar array of artists and arts volunteers for their outstanding lifetime contribution to Canada's cultural life. These awards invite us to applaud the performing arts "heroes" whose passion and creativity move, entertain and inspire us. In this video, members of the public congratulate the 2009 recipients and share stories of insipration.
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