Today, London City Council recognized the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) for its continued investment in the City of London through the Municipality Contribution Agreement. For the 2023-2024 fiscal year, the City of London received over $5 million from its partnership with OLG.
Since 1999, the City of London has received an annual share of the gaming revenue generated from Gateway Casino London through the Municipality Contribution Agreement with OLG. To date, the City of London has received over $99 million from this partnership.
“Each year, the City is grateful to receive funding from OLG’s Gateway Casino London,” says Mayor Josh Morgan. “This funding supports a range of projects and community initiatives that positively impact residents all across the city.”
Earlier today, Council recognized two not-for-profit organizations that received funding from this year’s share of gaming revenue through the City of London’s Community Grants Program. These organizations include:
- $59,500 was allocated to Glen Cairn Community Resource Centre to fund programs for children, youth, families and older adults in the Glen Cairn/Pond Mills area including basic needs programs and supports, community development and youth leadership.
- $42,500 was allocated to London Environmental Network to support the Environmental Incubator which provides coaching and supports to organizations looking to improve their environmental outcomes related to waste reduction, recycling, protecting and enhancing waterways, wetlands, natural areas, energy reduction and conservation.
In addition to Glen Cairn Community Resource Centre and London Environmental Network, the 2023-2024 funds were also allocated to purchasing green bins, purchasing vehicles for the London Fire Department, expanding the parking lot at Dearness Home, and continued support for other community organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club and the London & Middlesex Heritage Museum.
“OLG is proud to contribute to the City of London,” said Kathleen Devine, OLG’s Senior Municipal Relations Manager. “Each and every year, 100 per cent of OLG profits are reinvested in Ontario to support provincial priorities. From critical infrastructure to important local programs, to community festivals, OLG’s profits are hard at work in London and all across our province to build stronger communities. When you play at an Ontario casino, like Gateway Casinos London, you play for Ontario.”
Above: Photo of Mayor Josh Morgan with representatives from OLG, Gateway Casinos, Glen Cairn Resource Community Centre and London Environmental Network.