PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Scott Fraser is welcoming $87,500 in funding for four local not-for-profit organizations. The organizations in Port Alberni, Bamfield and Bowser, all provide public safety services which are receiving funds through the Community Gaming Grants program.

“Through these organizations, local people generously give their time ensuring the safety of their fellow citizens,” said Scott Fraser, MLA for Mid Island-Pacific Rim. “I’m proud that they’re getting the support they deserve through Community Gaming Grants.”

The recipients of the community grant funding are the Bamfield Volunteer Fire Department, the Lighthouse Country Marine Rescue Society (Unit 59), the Alberni Valley Rescue Squad, and the Port Alberni Marine Rescue Society.

Across the province, over 145 public safety-related organizations are receiving more than $6.5 million this year. Through public safety programs, these groups provide emergency and lifesaving services including search and rescue activities, volunteer fire departments, emergency preparedness, community and restorative justice, 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