BC Gov News

Over $11 million in community gaming grants, funded by the B.C. government, will help students access extracurricular activities and parents stay connected to their local schools.

Two new appointments to the Audit Council for the Auditor General for Local Government were announced by Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Peter Fassbender.

Applications are now being accepted for several project assistance funding programs offered by the BC Arts Council.

Amendments to the Auditor General for Local Government Act that will strengthen governance and accountability were introduced by Peter Fassbender, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development.

The B.C. government is pleased to proclaim the week of Sept. 19-26 as British Columbia Coaches Week, by honouring the hard work and dedication provided by coaches in this province.

BreakOut West 2015 , a combined music festival, conference and awards show presented by the Western Canadian Music Alliance (WCMA), opens in Victoria (Sept. 17-20), attracting diverse Canadian musicians, as well as industry leaders from across North America and Europe.

Professional writers seeking financial assistance toward specific creative projects can apply for grant funding through the BC Arts Council.

The Government of British Columbia has committed to furthering community development with the announcement of $129,500 to various sport organizations throughout the province.

Sixty non-profit organizations in 44 British Columbia communities have received funding support from EventHostBC. This Government of B.C. initiative was designed to encourage and support small-scale, volunteer-driven events that build community spirit, volunteer capacity and promote out-of-town visitation.