But that leaves me very little to spend on a graphics card
Does the motherboard need to be that powerful?

230 for a card and a mobo?

if you aren't overclocking or doing anything fancy, any motherboard will be fine as long as it's a decent brand and supports your cpu. Make sure it supports your cpu via its compatibility list.

yes



No, won't be doing any overclocking or fancy work

I agree with high king.

How about a Gtx 460

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130749

And raising your spending limit 20$ so you can buy a solid mobo for 100$ or so.

Before you buy a graphic card, google 'its name' and the names of games you will be playing and problem.
I.e gtx460 starcraft 2 problems
If you get a lot of hits, don't buy it

Hows this motherboard?
Its on sale right now

http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=26_334&item_id=039551

That's a good deal. Newegg reviews are solid.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128515

Also these two motherboards?
http://canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=26_335&item_id=046001
http://canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=26_335&item_id=042746


and there are tons of gfx cards
http://canadacomputers.com/specials.php?category=Computer+Components

on sale right now

Narrowing down the graphics card

http://canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=43_557_558&item_id=046215 sapphire amd radeon hd 7770
http://canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=43_557_559&item_id=037544 evga geforce gtx 550
http://canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=43_557_559&item_id=037561 zotac geforce gtx 550


Either of the three will fit into my budget
what should I go for?