Bulkley Valley organizations to receive funding from the province

Numerous Sports and Arts organizations have been provided funding from the province through the Community Gaming Grants.

This is a part of $18.2 million fund which will provide a range of programs and services to support residents’ move toward economic recovery. 

According to a news release, this will assist in diverse and cultural experiences. 

Here is a list of recipients: 

Arts and Culture sector: 

Burns Lake:

•  Lakes District Fair Association $20,000

Smithers:

•  Bulkley Valley Agricultural and Industrial Association $35,000
• Bulkley Valley Concert Association $13,000
• Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society $22,000
• Bulkley Valley Historical and Museum Society $8,000
• Smithers Community Radio Society $8,000
• Smithers Gallery Association $15,000
• Smithers Multicultural Society $2,500

Sports sector:

Burns Lake:

• Lakes District Pony Club $1,680

Houston: 

• Houston Figure Skating Club $7,500
• Houston Ringette Association $11,400

Smithers:

• Bulkley Valley Cross Country Ski Club $22,500
• Bulkley Valley Gymnastics Association $32,000
• Bulkley Valley Otters Swim Club $15,500
• Bulkley Valley Soccer Society $26,000
• Smithers Figure Skating Association $21,000
• Smithers Minor Hockey Association $40,000
• Smithers Ski Club $30,000

The full list of recipients can be found on the province’s website.