Sports and arts organizations in Delta are getting more than $355,000 in gaming grants from the provincial government, Delta North MLA Scott Hamilton announced this week.
The following groups are receiving grants:
North Delta Minor Hockey Association is getting $95,000.
The Tsawwassen Soccer Club is receiving $63,840.
Sungod Skating Club is getting $62,000.
The North Delta Softball Association is receiving $21,000.
North Delta Sunfish Summer Swim Club is getting $40,000 for its competitive and recreational swimming programs, as well as $4,400 for developmental water polo.
Delta Skating Club is receiving $22,000 for its Canpowerskate, Canskate and Starskate programs.
Winskill Dolphin Swim Club is getting $21,300 to help with coaching and training.
North Delta Minor Lacrosse Association is receiving $13,440.
The North Delta Junior Australian Football League is getting $6,650.
Arokois Centre of Music Society is receiving $6,300 to help with rehearsals and performances of its Big Band Jazz Music Program.
"I'm fortunate to know many of the volunteers who devote so much of their time and energy to these community organizations," Hamilton said. "I'm glad our government can help create these excellent opportunities for the residents of Delta."
Gaming grants are also awarded in the categories of public safety, arts and culture, environment, and human and social services.
Organizations interested in applying for gaming grants can find information at pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming.
