Funding for Irish diaspora in US and Canada will 'deepen ties with new generations'The Irish Government unveiled €4.6 million ($5.4 million) in funding for Irish diaspora groups in the US and CanadaView Image Tanaiste Simon Harris announced funding for the US Emigrant Support Programme grants (Image: Phil Behan / DFAT)The Irish Government has unveiled €4.6 million ($5.4 million) in funding for Irish diaspora groups in the US and Canada. “It will also support projects that nurture our heritage, allowing us to deepen ties with new generations of Irish and Irish-Americans. ‌“Each year, the Emigrant Support Programme reaffirms the Government’s dedication to supporting vibrant and sustainable Irish communities overseas. “I want to take this opportunity to express my continued gratitude to the Irish community across in the US and Canada for their work and the meaningful impact it has. ‌Follow Irish Star on Google News Click here to follow Irish Star on Google News for local news and features on Irish America.