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Family Day grants available for local governments
Free swims and skates upcoming
Communities throughout British Columbia will celebrate the fifth BC Family Day on Monday, Feb. 13.
The province is again providing $250,000 to support free local, family-focused activities with funds administered through the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA).
One-time grants up to $1,000 are available for free community-based family events held during the BC Family Day weekend (Feb. 10-13). Funding is limited to municipal parks and recreation departments and First Nations band councils. Grants will cover entrance fees, facility costs, equipment, staffing and/or refreshments and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thus far only the cities of Cranbrook and Fernie have taken advantage of the funding program, with time still available for applications from other regional municipalities.
Applications will be accepted continuously until funding is fully committed, or until Feb. 8. Apply for funding online.
Previous BC Family Day funding has supported a range of recreational activities such as skating, swimming, snowshoeing, face painting, dancing, photo booths, live music and more.
“BC Family Day is an opportunity for British Columbians to spend some extra time with their loved ones. Our government is proud to support free events in communities throughout the province to bring families together and help make the weekend memorable for everyone. Thank you to the organizations planning events and activities in their communities, where we can all celebrate over the BC Family Day weekend,” said Peter Fassbender, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development.
Local Family Day events
Cranbrook – Family Day Skate and Swim
At Cranbrook’s Western Financial Place. This is free event thanks to the financial support of the province. Swimming is from 1-4 p.m. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 16 years. Skating is from 1-3 p.m., helmets are mandatory.
Fernie – BC Family Day Free Skate and Swim
Free Skating for the public at the Fernie Memorial Arena from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free Swimming at the Fernie Aquatic Centre from noon to 4 p.m.
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