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“Our province is full of fascinating stories
– from the rich history and culture of
BC150 Celebration Grants
support the BC150 pillars of heritage, communities, multiculturalism,
Aboriginal people, and arts and culture, and reflect the unique nature of each
On Sept. 20, La Boussole-Centre
Communautaire Societe will host a barbecue picnic and games day for
approximately 100 immigrants, refugees and their friends and supporters to
highlight the important role immigrants have played in B.C.’s history. Planned
activities will incorporate and celebrate cultural diversity. A second event
for francophone seniors and their families on Sept. 27, in partnership with the
Association Francophone de Surrey, will feature a picnic, guest speakers and
games to celebrate francophone history in
To qualify for a BC150 Celebration Grant, organizations must be non-profit, operate primarily for community benefit and have a voluntary, broad-based membership. Organizations can apply until Aug. 31, 2008. Grants of up to $10,000 are available through the Ministry of Housing and Social Development. For more information on BC150 Grants, please visit www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming/grants/bc150.htm.
BC150 is a
celebration of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Crown Colony of
British Columbia in 1858. Every community in B.C. is invited to participate in
this year-long celebration of the province’s cultural diversity, community
strength and widespread achievement. For more information on BC150 programs and
events, visit www.BC150.ca.
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Communications Manager Ministry of Tourism, Culture and the Arts 250 387-2799 |
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