Three Merritt arts organization receive grant funding

Community gaming grants are supporting people to be more active and creative as local organizations receive funding for sports, arts and cultural programming.

“Activities that engage people of all ages to play sports, enjoy arts programs and celebrate cultural festivities are at the heart of B.C.’s thriving and resilient communities,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Municipal Affairs. “Community Gaming Grants continue to provide critical funding for these community-based programs that support British Columbians and help them make strong community connections.”

The Province is supporting more than 650 not-for-profit arts organizations with approximately $18.2 million in Community Gaming Grants to provide a range of programs and services to support people as B.C. moves toward economic recovery. People can participate in diverse arts and cultural experiences, from performing arts, music and media arts programs, to Indigenous and cultural events.

Three Merritt organizations are recieving funding through the grant stream;

• Canadian Society of Country Music and Heritage, $40,000
• Merritt Dance Society, $15,000
• Nicola Valley Arts Council, $15,900