From YGK News: “Artfest Ontario has reviewed its cultural exchange relationship with the Epoch Times, and will no longer be including them as a sponsorship partner,” MacDonald wrote in an email. “In 2012, Artfest accepted a sponsorship exchange to promote Chinese ballet, dance and orchestral performances backed by the Epoch Times. At that time, the editorial content of the Epoch Times did not conflict with our values. Regretfully, Artfest was unaware of the change in content over the last few years. We thank the community for bringing this to our attention. Artfest remains apolitical and focused on art, but we recognize that our association with the Epoch Times no longer reflects our mission or vision. Artfest would like to go forward with a renewed commitment to art, diversity and freedom of expression and will be more vigilant in aligning Artfest values with our partners.” Thank you all! This petition is now closed for signatures.