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Playtime Casino

and Chances Kelowna support

local vendors and suppliers

ranging from Kelowna vineyards

and food service providers

to local media and trades.

KelownaCommunityImpact Report2017 ⁄ 2018

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B.C.’s Gaming IndustryBCLC games are available in almost every community in B.C.

3,500 lottery locations

17 casinos

2 racetracks37,000 workers employed directly and indirectly

18 community gaming centres

4 bingo halls4

of every dollar played goes back into the Province

Health care, education and consolidated revenue

Commissionsand fees

Host local governments and gaming grants to community organizations

Operating Expenses

Federal Expenses

35¢

8¢

22¢

23¢88¢

10¢2¢

Prizes for winners

In 2017/18, BCLC delivered $1.4 billion in net income to the Province of B.C. to support communities, provincial programs and services, charities and major events that have helped shape B.C.

Thanks to players, more than $21 billion has been invested in B.C. communities over the past 33 years.

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Playing it Forward in KelownaIn 2017, the City of Kelowna allocated its share of provincial gaming revenues for hosting Playtime Casino and Chances Kelowna to support public safety in a myriad of ways, from enhanced policing to a variety of crime prevention initiatives.

One such program was Project 529, an innovative program to prevent bike theft that’s been embraced by municipalities across B.C. and beyond. Participants are encouraged to register their bike with the program. They receive a Project 529 sticker that lets would-be thieves know that if they steal that bike, an alert will be sent to other registrants, and the biking community will be looking out for it. The program has helped return many stolen bikes to their owners—something that is typically an uncommon occurrence.

Similarly, the City lead a campaign to increase public awareness around auto theft, with their program “Don’t be an easy target.” The campaign included events, social media outreach and a contest to encourage behaviours that prevent theft.

Each year, local governments in B.C. that host a gaming facility receive a 10 percent share of the net revenue those facilities generate. Last year, 32 Host Local Governments across B.C. received $102.1 million to fund local projects and initiatives.

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Since opening, Playtime Casino Kelowna and Chances Kelowna has generated $60.4 million for the City of Kelowna

$60.4M

Chances Kelowna paid $207,679 in municipal taxes to the City of Kelowna in 2017

Since opening, Playtime

$207K

Gaming Contributes tothe Kelowna EconomyGaming in Kelowna• 48,160+ registered players• 1 casino; Playtime Casino Kelowna• 1 community gaming centre;

Chances Kelowna• 108 lottery locations

389 local jobs created by Playtime Casino Kelowna and Chances Kelowna

Last year, the City of Kelowna received $4.2 million generated by Playtime Casino Kelowna and Chances Kelowna to fund local initiatives in the Kelowna community

$4.2M

$5.8 million went to support those organizations in the human and social services sector, public safety, sports, arts and culture, and parent advisory councils

172 organizations in Kelowna received funding last year

$5.8M

172

SponsorshipsPlaytime Casino Kelowna and Chances Kelowna provide support for local non-profit and charitable organizations and events, including:

Karis Support SocietyAs part of the unveiling of its new brand, Playtime Casino Kelowna selected the Karis Support Society as the official charity for its Grand Opening. Karis Support Society is a non-profit organization that provides recovery-focused counselling, programming and support to women within a supportive home environment. Throughout March, every time a customer purchased wings or a signature cocktail, a donation was made to the Society.

Kelowna Sunrise RotaryIn 2017, Chances Kelowna was the Main Stage sponsor of the second annual Interior Savings Sunrise Rotary RibFest in Kelowna. This popular festival features top-notch music entertainment, a beverage garden, market vendors, great barbeque ribs, chicken and more. The Main Stage provides entertainment throughout the three days of the free community festival.

Gaming Revenue Funds Local InitiativesCommunity Gaming GrantsThe Province of B.C. allocates $140 million annually to community organizations through the Community Gaming Grants program.

Read more about how gaming revenues help communities grow at bclc.com/playitforward

Read more about how gaming revenues help communities grow