WHEREAS in the Fall of 2009 the Ministry of Housing and Social Development announced changes in the Government Gaming Grant Program as a result of unprecedented global economic challenges; AND WHEREAS the aforementioned changes included a reduction or elimination of gaming grant funding to a number of non-profit organizations, including the elimination of funding to arts and cultural organizations, major capital projects grants and playground grants; AND WHEREAS the reduction and elimination of this funding has impacted the ability of non-profit organizations to deliver services that contribute to the economic viability, sustainability and cultural fabric of our communities: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM strongly request the BC government to continue its commitment to build strong communities by funding non-profit organizations through the Government Gaming Grant Program.
Ministry of Public Safety Solicitor General The Province remains committed to helping build strong communities by funding non-profit organizations through the community gaming grant program. The amount of gaming grant funding provided to non-profit organizations is contingent on spending priorities established by government and the funding made available each year in the budget. Given the world-wide economic situation, and fiscal pressures faced by the Province, gaming grant funding has been targeted to non-profit community organizations that provide programs in the key areas of health and social services, youth, public safety and Parent Advisory Councils. Gaming grant funding in fiscal year 201011 was 120 million, an increase of 7 million over 200910. Funding levels and priorities will be reviewed as part of the 201112 budget planning process. Eligible non-profit community organizations may apply through the gaming branch website at: www.hsd.gov.bc.cagaming.