A new bursary program will support Aboriginal students studying to become teachers and help them pursue careers as educators.

Aboriginal learners have new opportunities for skills training, thanks to the Aboriginal Training for Employment Program (ATEP).

A six-building renewal and upgrade has set the stage for the University of Victoria's upcoming 50th anniversary, providing an enhanced world-class learning environment for future generations of students.

The Province is helping employees gain the essential skills they need to succeed while increasing productivity for employers through a $1.5-million investment in essential skills training.

From Vancouver Island to Haida Gwaii, adult learners throughout the province will get help to improve their literacy and numeracy skills, thanks to projects funded through the Community Adult Literacy Program.

British Columbians who want to work in high-demand jobs in the health-care sector have more opportunities to get the training they need, thanks to continued investments in health education at public post-secondary institutions.

Through the Ministry of Advanced Education's Nurses Education Bursary, 190 students in nursing programs across British Columbia will receive a total of $380,000 in bursaries this fall.

Premier Christy Clark announced today two British Columbians who will chair the BC Jobs and Investment Board and the Aboriginal Business and Investment Council.