New Westminster
BCLC is proud to give back to the citizens of B.C. and help communities grow. Revenue generated by gambling goes back to the Province of B.C. and is distributed in a variety of ways, including to communities through Host Local Government payments and the Province of B.C.’s Community Gaming Grants program.
In 2022/23, Starlight Casino contributed to the New Westminster community and economy in a variety of ways. Here are just a few.
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Community Stories
Sixth Street Great Street
In 2022, the City of New Westminster used a portion of its share of provincial gambling revenue from hosting Starlight Casino to help fund several public infrastructure projects that will create vibrant community spaces throughout the city.
Sixth Street Great Street is one such project that aims to reorient the area towards the public realm with more flexible uses and improved accessibility.
Work on this project has included planning, engagement and design for streetscape improvements in the Uptown neighbourhood and interim plaza improvements on Belmont Street to create an expanded community space that will enable community events, activations and other programming in the area.
Community Parks
New off-leash dog enclosures were created in downtown and Queensborough neighbourhoods, and new sidewalks and lighting were installed in the Connaught Heights area to ensure residents have a safe walk to the community park and school.
Uptown Live Sponsorship
BCLC rocked the streets of New Westminster this summer at Uptown Live, New West’s ultimate street party! Uptown Live is a community event with interactive exhibits, local artisans, food trucks, live music and more! BCLC is proud to sponsor events that bring the community together to celebrate arts and culture.
Did you know?
Over the course of three months, staff and customers at Starlight Casino raised a total of $4,000 and 500 lbs of food and necessities for the Purpose Society in New Westminster.
Community Impact Report 2022/23
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