What's played here, stays here.
Did you know? For 40 years our profits have stayed here in B.C., benefitting B.C. communities.
A win-win for B.C. communities
Since 1985, over 30 billion dollars in BCLC net profits have been invested in vital public programs that help connect people to each other and to their communities - building a stronger, more connected B.C.
$30
billion
Learn how play with purpose impacts your community
Since 1985, 100% of our profits from play have gone back into helping communities across B.C. thrive. See how funds generated from gambling have helped support local communities.
$147.3
million
Provincial Health Special Account
To support health initiatives, including new hospitals, facility upgrades and community health programs.
$140
million
Community Gaming Grants
To support a range of non-profit organizations in their delivery of ongoing community programs and services.
$911.5
million
Province of B.C. General Revenue Distribution
To fund public programs and services, including education.
$97.6
million
First Nations Revenue Sharing
To distribute a seven percent entitlement of gambling revenue to First Nations governments throughout the Province of B.C. as part of the Province’s commitment to reconciliation.
$86.6
million
Host Local Government payments
To provide local B.C. governments and First Nations that host a gaming facility with a 10 percent share of the net revenue those facilities generate.
$8.2
million
Revenue to support horse racing
Supporting the revitalization of B.C.’s horse racing industry.
$3.6
million
Joint Illegal Gaming Investigation Team (JIGIT)
To fund the police and the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch investigative team to maintain the integrity of public gambling in British Columbia.
In addition to the above, $13 million was distributed to the Government of Canada.
Whether you’re playing, working, or partnering with us, you’re part of something bigger. You’re helping bring people together and strengthen communities across B.C.
Featured community stories
How a Community Gaming Grant Helped Foundry Langley Transform Access to Care
Each year, 100 percent of BCLC’s net income goes back to the Province to help build and benefit communities. The Province's Community Gaming Grants program, which distributes $140 million to non-profits annually, continues to positively impact British Columbians by offering much-needed support to local organizations like Foundry Langley. Learn more about how a $250,000 capital project community gaming grant supported a renovation to better serve youth and their families.
Vernon Creek’s Revitalization: A Commitment to Community, Conservation and Connection
Partially funded through funds the City of Vernon received from hosting Lake City Casino, the Vernon Creek Naturalization Project is seeking to restore the creek to its more natural, functional state — which includes meandering channels, gravel beds, riverbank planting and improved habitat for fish.