A $400,000 B.C. government grant to KidSport BC will help ensure all children in British Columbia have the opportunity to participate in sport.

The Government of British Columbia has provided $151,250 to fund 36 Hosting BC grants for diverse sports competitions this year and in 2015.

The Government of British Columbia approved $16.7 million in community gaming grants for arts and culture and $29.1 million for sport during 2013-14.

Every year, gaming revenues generate hundreds of millions of dollars that the Government of British Columbia invests in providing key services, including health care and education, for all citizens and communities throughout the province.

Eligible public safety non-profit organizations can apply now for a B.C. community gaming grant. The application deadline is Aug. 31, 2014.

Arts and culture organizations can now apply for funding in three project assistance program areas delivered through the BC Arts Council.

Arts and culture organizations and developing artists can now apply for funding assistance through the BC Art Council's Early Career Development Program.

Coralee Oakes, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, issued the following statement today in recognition of Local Government Awareness Week.