Culture & Event Grants 2023 – Funding Recommendations (Part 2)

To recommend Council approval of the 2023 Culture & Event grant funds (Operating, Project and Downtown Event) to support the activities of non-profit culture and heritage organizations, and contribute to the success of events and initiatives planned for downtown.

That the Finance & Audit Committee recommend that Council: a) approve 2023 Cultural Grant Funding (Operating, Project and Downtown Event) recommendations of $510,139.00 as follows; 2023 Culture Operating & Project Grants  Applicant Name: Crimson Coast o Recommended: 3 Yr Operating $30,732  Applicant Name: Nanaimo Conservatory of Music o Recommended: 3 Yr Operating $20,000  Applicant Name: Nanaimo Festival Heritage Theatre Society (Theatre One) o Recommended: 3 Yr Operating $49,000  Applicant Name: Pacific Coast Stage Company o Recommended: 3 Yr Operating $16,500  Applicant Name: Vancouver Island Symphony o Recommended: 3 Yr Operating $100,000  Applicant Name: Western Edge Theatre o …