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Thursday, April 6, 2017 11:15 AM
Eight local governments in the Peace River region will share in the second $50 million payment from the B.C. government to help the regional economy support a strong industrial service sector for the oil and gas industry into the future.
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Thursday, April 6, 2017 9:45 AM
An innovative partnership between the Province, the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) and the Directorate of Agencies for School Health (DASH BC) means previously announced government funding for 1,000 before- and after-school arts and recreation spaces will go further thanks to those organizations’ existing partnerships and corporate sponsors.
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Tuesday, April 4, 2017 12:00 PM
Twenty-one local governments throughout the province will share over $200,000 in B.C. government planning grants to help develop plans for local infrastructure investments. This is the second phase of funding following almost $300,000 in infrastructure planning grants awarded to 31 local governments last fall.
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Tuesday, April 4, 2017 11:00 AM
The BC Games Society is creating the Powering Potential Fund to support B.C.’s sport sector, thanks in part to up to $50,000 in matching funds from the B.C. government.
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Monday, April 3, 2017 1:15 PM
Communities throughout British Columbia continue to benefit from provincial funding made available through the Hosting BC grant program.
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Friday, March 31, 2017 1:30 PM
For eligible not-for-profit agencies, additional information now is available regarding the Government of British Columbia's new $5-million investment in the Community Gaming Grants program for capital projects.
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Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:30 PM
More than 300 artists and cultural organizations from 94 communities are benefiting from the latest round of BC Arts Council adjudications, which is awarding $7.5 million in grants.
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Tuesday, March 21, 2017 9:45 AM
B.C. students pursuing a career in the arts could receive up to $6,000 through the BC Arts Council’s Scholarship Awards, one of several grant programs now open for applications. Other programs with upcoming deadlines include project assistance for music, dance, theatre, media artists and the literary arts, as well as assistance for arts periodicals.
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Monday, March 13, 2017 11:00 AM
Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Peter Fassbender has ordered a municipal incorporation vote for Salt Spring Island electors on Sept. 9, 2017.
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Friday, March 10, 2017 10:15 AM
Fort St. John, Maple Ridge, Greater Vernon and Prince George have been announced as host cities for the 2020 and 2022 BC Winter and Summer Games. These games bring together athletes, coaches, officials, spectators and visitors, and result in significant economic benefits to the regions over the four days of competition.
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