The Government of British Columbia continues to support community development through sport – this time by providing more than $100,000 in grants to local organizations that are hosting events throughout the province. 

The Province of British Columbia is once again hosting a major, international sporting event. The inaugural Americas Masters Games (AMG) are taking place in Vancouver and thousands of athletes have arrived from the Pan-American region to rekindle their love of competitive sport.

British Columbian artists and arts organizations pursuing international promotion or networking opportunities are invited to submit proposals for International Presence funding.

Following a successful year-long pilot, the BC Touring Council will continue to deliver three touring and training programs for aspiring and emerging artists through the BC Arts Council.

Twelve athletes from British Columbia are bringing home eight medals from the Rio 2016 Olympic Summer Games, including team medals in sports such as swimming, soccer, cycling, rugby and rowing.

British Columbia creative writers may apply for up to $12,000 in funding through the BC Arts Council.

Communities throughout British Columbia will share over $6.4 million in grants from the B.C. government’s Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP).

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) received $10 million from the B.C. government to implement works related to the second year of the 20-year Infrastructure Development Contribution Agreement.

The Government of British Columbia is proud to support and recognize local athletes who are competing for Team Canada at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. There are 142 athletes with a connection to the province who either live or train here, and we’re all rooting them on in Rio!