Every time your team runs a raffle, 50/50, meat draw etc, you will need a gaming license.
CMHA relies on gaming funds as a major source of the overall revenue and failure to meet the requirements set out by the Idependent Gambling and Control Office of BC (IGCO) may result in suspension or revocation of a gaming event licence, refusal of future gaming event licences and/or denial of future access to gaming grants or funds. It is, therefore, fundamentally important that this policy is strictly adhered to when raising funds.
To view CMHA’s Fundraising and Gaming Policy- Click Here
To view the full IGCO Regulations (updated with key changes in 2026) Click Here
| Licence Class | Who Can Apply | Use of Proceeds |
|---|---|---|
| Class A (Over 20,000 in revenue) Charitable or Religious Organization | Not-for-profit organization with a board making an ongoing charitable contribution to the community | You're raising funds for your organization's own charitable programs or services OR You're raising funds to donate to another organization that delivers charitable programs or services |
| Class B (Up to 20,00 in revenue) Community Fundraising Group | Not-for-profit organizations, unstructured groups or community members | You're raising funds for a charitable or religious organization OR You're raising funds for another community benefit |
| Class C Fair or Exhibition | Fair or exhibition designated by the general manager of the IGCO | You're raising funds for the fair or exhibition's own programs or purposes |
Loonie/Two Stick Draws are permitted as long as the prize consists of the hockey stick and a set amount of money, not a percentage of gross sales. (Money needs to be pre attached to the stick not added as you sell tickets)