Mission

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 2024/25, Chances Mission contributed to the Mission community and economy in a variety of ways. Here are just a few.

$10.06

million

in provincial gambling revenue shared with the City of Mission for hosting Chances Mission since 2007.

$594

thousand

in provincial gambling revenue shared with the City of Mission for hosting Chances Mission in 2024/25.

Community Stories

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Supporting community initiatives

In 2024, the City of Mission received $751,034 from its share of provincial gambling revenue through Chances Mission and interest earnings. These funds supported a range of capital and community projects, including:

  • $344,016 for new breathing apparatuses for the Fire Department, replacing outdated equipment.
  • $427,543 for pool, weight room, and fitness equipment.
  • $38,755 for park upgrades.
  • $17,478 for playground equipment and landscaping.
  • $38,900 for property acquisition.
  • $6,428 for bus shelter improvements and stop upgrades.
  • $1,875 for the Downtown Façade project.
  • Additional funds supported public art and standardized signage.
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MissionFest

BCLC sponsored MissionFest, a free, family-friendly street festival held in the heart of Downtown Mission. The event featured live music, local vendors, kids’ activities, food trucks, and community booths — bringing residents together to celebrate local culture and community spirit. Hosted along 1st Avenue, MissionFest is one of the city’s signature summer events.

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The staff at Chances Mission are committed to supporting Mission Community Services. In December 2024, they donated $2,000 and hundreds of non-perishable food items and toys to help MCS’s food centre and Christmas bureau programs with their mission to extend a helping hand to those navigating life’s challenges.

Community Impact Report 2024/25

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$30

billion

back into B.C. communities

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