On behalf of Premier Christy Clark and the Government of British Columbia, I would like to congratulate the District of Wells on the reopening of Wells curling rink.

British Columbia is a recognized leader in research, and for developing and growing innovative technology companies, and is a destination for technology investment.

This past fall, the government announced a plan to expand and align skills training programs with economic opportunities to ensure British Columbia has a workforce with the right skills, in the right places, at the right times. This plan will continue to drive decision-making in 2013.

The Northwest Transmission Line (NTL) is key to new economic development in British Columbia's Northwest. B.C. has some of the best mining products in the world, including coal, copper, gold, molybdenum, silver, lead and zinc - much of it in the Northwest.

With the holiday season upon us, I'd like to encourage all British Columbians to celebrate and support our province by buying local products. Whether you're choosing gifts or purchasing ingredients for Christmas baking or your holiday feast, please celebrate with B.C. foods.

Today we remember the young women who needlessly lost their lives in a shocking act of violence at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal on Dec. 6, 1989.

The BC Jobs Plan has set a target to invest $25 billion in transportation infrastructure by 2020, creating up to 17,000 new jobs.

It is often said that governments don't create jobs - that is the role of the private sector. But governments can indeed support innovators and B.C.'s burgeoning technology sector is a prime example.

When we talk about a society being inclusive and accessible for individuals with disabilities, what does that really mean? What supports will help people with disabilities pursue their goals and dreams while taking care of their families?