BigJackpotCA operates on a straightforward principle: BC residents 19 years and older participate in licensed lottery games where a designated percentage of every ticket sale supports community initiatives throughout British Columbia.
Operating under BC Gaming Event Licence #847259, issued and regulated by BC authorities.
1. Basis of Our Weekly Draw
BigJackpotCA was established to provide British Columbia residents with a transparent, regulated opportunity to support local community programs while participating in a single, predictable weekly draw every Saturday. Our model focuses on one weekly event with clear rules and a committed charitable contribution.
The structure is straightforward: each validated ticket purchase contributes to three areas—the prize pool, necessary operational costs, and a fixed charitable allocation. This charitable portion is then directed to verified community projects across BC, including initiatives focused on housing accessibility, youth development, healthcare support, and environmental conservation.
2. How Ticket Revenue is Distributed
While specific percentages may vary between campaign cycles, our fundamental structure remains consistent. Revenue from ticket sales is divided into three essential streams:
Charitable Allocation
A predetermined percentage designated for community programs, disclosed transparently to all participants.
Prize Pool
The portion funding the weekly prize structures detailed in our draw specifications.
Operations
Funds necessary to maintain draw security, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive record-keeping.
Community Focus: BC communities, especially local services addressing housing, youth, health, and environment, receive priority in our charitable distribution.
Weekly Consistency: With our draw occurring every Saturday, charitable funding can be tracked consistently rather than dispersed across numerous smaller events.
3. Types of Supported Initiatives
BigJackpotCA emphasizes practical, community-rooted programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes. Project categories under consideration include:
- Housing Support: Programs assisting BC residents with housing accessibility, transitional support, and community housing initiatives
- Youth Development: After-school programs, mentorship opportunities, educational support, and recreational activities for youth across BC
- Healthcare Access: Community health clinics, mental health support services, and wellness programs serving underserved populations
- Environmental Projects: Local conservation efforts, community gardens, clean-up initiatives, and sustainability education programs
- Social Connection: Programs reducing isolation, fostering community engagement, and building social networks across British Columbia
- Pilot Programs: Innovative approaches to community challenges that show promise for broader implementation
In every case, we prioritize established, accountable programs over temporary campaigns. This allows BigJackpotCA participants to observe how their involvement contributes to sustained community improvement.
4. Organization Selection Process
Our selection of recipient organizations follows a structured, transparent procedure designed to ensure fairness and effectiveness:
Eligibility Verification
Confirming the organization's proper registration with relevant BC authorities and alignment with our focus areas.
Program Assessment
Evaluating how proposed activities will be executed and their outcomes measured over time.
Community Integration
Assessing how the project complements existing BC community services without creating duplication.
Reporting Capability
Ensuring the organization can provide transparent updates on how funds are utilized.
This approach doesn't favor any particular region. Instead, we aim to build a diverse portfolio of projects representing various areas of BC where qualified partners and viable proposals exist.
5. Transparency and Accountability
Operating under a BC Gaming Event Licence means reporting is mandatory for BigJackpotCA. Information regarding charitable allocations and fund usage must be documented in a manner reviewable by BC gaming authorities and, where appropriate, shared publicly in summary format.
Throughout each campaign cycle, our team commits to releasing accessible summaries showing:
- Project progress and milestones achieved
- Which focus areas have received support
- How the charitable portion of ticket revenue has been applied
- Impact metrics from funded programs
"Our goal is for BC residents who participate in our weekly draw to look back after a campaign period and see not only prize results, but also a clear account of the community programs their ticket purchases helped support."
6. Real-World Impact Beyond Numbers
Statistics matter, but they only tell part of the story. The charitable allocation becomes most meaningful when it translates to tangible improvements: a youth center expanding its programs, a community health clinic serving more patients, a housing initiative accommodating additional families, or an environmental project protecting local ecosystems.
Where appropriate and respectful, BigJackpotCA organizers aim to share these stories in a dignified, straightforward manner. Our focus remains on how programs operate, what they accomplish, and how they evolve—not on spotlighting individuals.
Current Campaign Period Impact
7. Staying Informed About Our Impact
BC residents participating in our weekly draw can stay informed about the charitable component through several channels:
- Reviewing the community impact section on our website
- Reading campaign summaries published after each period
- Contacting our team with specific questions about project themes
- Following publicly accessible reports from partner organizations
- Subscribing to our impact newsletter for quarterly updates
The draw itself remains based on random selection, with no winning guarantees. The charitable component is designed to operate alongside that reality: structured, accountable, and focused on community-level results rather than individual expectations.
8. Our Ongoing Commitment
BigJackpotCA's weekly charity draw will continue to evolve as new projects and partners emerge. What remains constant is our dedication to managing both the draw and the charitable allocation responsibly, providing clear information for adults across BC.
Core Charitable Themes
While each campaign cycle may feature different partners, our fundamental themes remain steady:
- Increasing access to safe, affordable housing
- Supporting youth development and education
- Improving healthcare access for underserved communities
- Protecting British Columbia's natural environment
- Reducing isolation and building social connections
- Providing clear, measurable progress reports
Important Notice: This article serves informational purposes only and does not substitute the official rules, licence terms, or regulatory documents governing the BigJackpotCA charity draw. Complete details regarding current partners and projects are communicated via official updates and regulatory reporting channels.