Several of Castlegar’s non-profit organizations are the beneficiaries of funding from the province’s Community Gaming Grants.
The recipients of the arts and sports funding, which was distributed from April to September, were made public last week in an announcement by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.
Locally, Castlegar’s SQx Danza received the most support at $104,000. Provincially, over $20 million funded 717 arts organizations.
Among the 790 sports organizations to receive nearly $28 million, Castlegar & District Minor Hockey Association led locally with $35,000 followed by the Castlegar Skating Club which received $20,000.
“Investment from our provincial government into community non-profit organizations ensures that people and programs in our region are able to thrive,” said Nelson-Creston MLA Brittny Anderson in a statement.
“It is incredible to see the diversity of programs that are receiving funding in this round of Community Gaming Grants, from gymnastics to Nordic skiing. These investments make the Kootenays a healthier and more positive place to live for people of all ages.”
A list of local recipients can be found below.
Arts/Culture
Castlegar Sculpturewalk Society: $18,000
Castlegar Kootenay Gallery of Art, History and Science: $15,000
Castlegar SQx Danza: $104,000
Kootenay Cooperative Radio: $25,800
West Kootenay Regional Arts Council: $16,900
Sports
Castlegar Hockey Society: $15,000
Selkirk Challengers Gymnastics Club: $16,200
Castlegar Aquanauts Swim Club: $14,000
Castlegar Skating Club: $20,000
Castlegar & District Minor Hockey Association: $35,000
West Kootenay Minor Lacrosse Association: $8,500
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