PRINCE RUPERT – New Democrat MLA Jennifer Rice is welcoming $31,500 in funding for two non-profit organizations in North Coast communities. The organizations, on Haida Gwaii and in Oona River, are receiving funds through the Community Gaming Grants program for their community-based environmental programs.

“I’ve had the unforgettable opportunity to tag and monitor Ancient Murrelets on Limestone Island, Haida Gwaii and volunteer at the salmon enhancement hatchery in Oona River in my youth,” said Rice. “The work both these organizations do is invaluable.”

The recipients of the community grant funding are the Laskeek Bay Conservation Society and the Oona River Resources Association.

“These groups help protect our coast,” said Rice. “Funding through the Community Gaming Grants are the New Democrat Government’s way of making sure this important work continues.”

Approximately 120 organizations in the environment sector are receiving $3.8 million across the province, providing people with opportunities to learn about and connect with nature, conducting wildlife rehabilitation programs and shelters for animals, helping us adapt to climate change, supporting local food systems, and more.

The Community Gaming Grants program provides up to $140 million to about 5,000 not-for-profit organizations in British Columbia each year.

For more information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019MAH0010-000120