BC Registries has clarified whether a member-funded society may apply for a gambling event license in order to conduct fundraising activities.<\/p>\n

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In its FAQ of September 2016, BC Registries stated:<\/p>\n

Q: Can a member-funded society apply for a gambling event licence?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

A: Yes. A gambling event licence may be issued to a member-funded society only if the funds raised at the event will be used by the society to provide direct community benefit and\/or will be given to a third party whose services provide direct community benefit within BC.\u00a0 Organizations holding events that fall within the latter category must receive a letter of endorsement from the third party whose services provide direct community benefit within BC.<\/em><\/p>\n

Those interested in obtaining more information on Gaming Branch requirements may contact the Branch at 250-387-5311, or at 1-800-663-7667, or at\u00a0Gaming.Branch@gov.bc.ca<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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