The Government of British Columbia has committed to furthering community development with the announcement of $129,500 to various sport organizations throughout the province, including an event taking place in Kimberley next year.

A total of 21 communities will receive program funding from Hosting BC, through grants ranging between $500 and $10,000. These funds are provided by the government and administered by ViaSport, a provincial leader in promoting sport and physical activity.

The entire list represents 39 events made up of 30 different sports held in many areas of the province.

The only East Kootenay community to get funding is $5,000 to Kimberley for the Disabled Skiers Association of BC 2016 Western Canadian Para Alpine Championships.

These grants will help support the operation of provincial, national and club championships like the 2016 Little League Canadian Championship in Vancouver and the 2016 Western Canadian Para Alpine Championships in Kimberley, as well as tournaments and tour stops like the Pacific Coast Sledge Hockey Invitational in Surrey and the 2016 Speed Nation: NorAm Tour in Prince George.

“ViaSport is proud to see a range of sport events, from local tournaments to international championships, continue to choose British Columbia as their preferred sport hosting destination. The Hosting BC grant program ensures B.C. can uphold its reputation and increase its exposure as a host of world-class events,” stated Cathy Priestner Allinger, ViaSport CEO.

Applications reopen this month for the next round of Hosting BC funds. For more information, see: https://www.viasport.ca/grants

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