The provincial government is doling out some of its gambling profits to local organization’s dedicated to helping others.
In all, $1.5 million of provincial gaming money will go to 18 groups that operate primarily in Burnaby or have headquarters here.
The largest grant was $250,000, which went to the B.C. branch of the Kidney Foundation of Canada. The smallest grant was $1,200, which went to a Burnaby Scout group. The Down Syndrome Research Foundation received $165,000, and the Eternity Club, a local evangelical organization, received $47,000.
Burnaby MLA Richard Lee lauded the funding in a press release.
“All of these organizations deserve a great deal of gratitude for the type of work they do to improve the lives of many in Burnaby,” said Lee. “Staff and volunteers are highly dedicated and focused on helping those in need.”
