GOVERNMENT PROVIDES $2.2 MILLION IN CHARITABLE GAMING GRANTS

Approximately 1,000 groups and organizations across the province will benefit from more than $2.2 million in charitable gaming grants distributed by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA).

The charitable gaming grant program supports groups and organizations that conduct charitable gaming including licensed bingos, raffles, breakopen tickets, Texas Hold 'em poker and Monte Carlo events. Groups and organizations receive a grant equal to 25 per cent of the net revenues raised from these activities.

"Our government is pleased to provide grants to groups that work hard to help make a difference in their communities," Minister Responsible for SLGA Christine Tell said. "The grants will provide additional funds for a number of important services across Saskatchewan."

Charitable gaming grants are paid quarterly. Groups that conduct licensed charitable gaming activities and events do not have to apply for the charitable gaming grant. Charitable gaming reports submitted by the groups are used by SLGA to calculate grants.

In 2008-09, SLGA paid out approximately $6.7 million through the charitable gaming grant program.

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For more information, contact:

David Morris
Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority
Regina
Phone: 306-787-1721
Email: dmorris@slga.gov.sk.ca