BC NDP MLA Tamara Davidson says stronger community services coming to Prince Rupert
PRINCE RUPERT- BC NDP MLA Tamara Davidson says people living in Prince Rupert will have better access to essential community services, thanks to funding for capital projects that help not-for-profit organizations improve and expand their facilities and programs.
“It’s great that the Prince Rupert Racquet Association is getting funding for these upgrades,” said Tamara Davidson, MLA for North Coast- Haida Gwaii. “Community sport brings together people of all ages and support for local organizations is vital.”
The Prince Rupert Racquet Association is receiving $131, 500 to upgrade it’s existing floor plan to be more accessible and wheelchair friendly, including renovations of washrooms, the whirlpool and sauna room and renovations to the kitchen area.
Across BC, 54 capital projects are receiving a total of $5 million through the Community Gaming Grants program. The grants allow non-profit organizations to acquire essential equipment or undertake renovations.
These grants are part of the work your BC NDP government is doing to ensure British Columbians have access to programs and services that improve their quality of life, support local needs, and build vibrant communities.
Quick Facts:
- Community Gaming Grants also fund projects and initiatives in the arts and culture, sports, human and social services, public safety, and environmental conservation sectors, as well as parent and district parent advisory councils in B.C. schools.
- The Community Gaming Grants program distributes up to $140 million each year.
- Program funds are provided from general revenues via provincial commercial gambling revenue in partnership with the BC Lottery Corporation.