If there is one thing I'd tell young people today, it's this: The future is in trades.

In B.C., a million job openings are expected by 2022. Fully 43% of those jobs will require skilled workers, and some areas of the province are already experiencing shortages of skilled workers.

Stephen Hume's claim that B.C.'s Skills for Jobs Blueprint represents "anti-intellectual prejudice" ignores the facts.

April 27, 2014, marked the 25th annual Times Colonist 10K run. What a great event!

I'd like to address a common misconception regarding the way in which we support youth as they transition out of government care.

April 26 - May 3, 2014, is National Immunization Awareness Week in Canada and an excellent opportunity to open discussion and increase awareness about the importance of immunization to protect ourselves and our families from preventable diseases.

Last Saturday, I had the pleasure and the privilege of participating in the largest Vaisakhi celebration in North America.

Last Saturday, Premier Christy Clark and tens of thousands of people took time to enjoy the annual Vaisakhi parade in Vancouver - and for good reason. This special day celebrates the beginning of the Nanakshahi calendar year, which usually occurs on April 13 and April 14 once every 36 years.

Small business has been clear when it comes to what would help them sell more goods and services to government - level the playing field so small businesses could apply and compete for work.

Arts and culture thrive in British Columbia. Cultural activities contribute to our economy and help our communities shine as great places to live, work, play and visit.