Children and families affected by mental illness, substance abuse and domestic violence will receive greater support through the expansion of an innovative health and safety initiative.

Near Prince Rupert on B.C.'s North Coast, a group of grandmothers has been keeping Lax Kw'alaams children and youth connected to their culture and community, while giving them a voice in planning their futures.

For many children and youth in government care, the thought of going to university may seem like little more than a pipe dream. But it's a dream that Thomas Murtland made a reality, and now he wants to mentor other young people so that they too can experience the rewards of a post-secondary education.

Thirty-two corrections and youth justice staff in B.C. have been recognized for their dedication to public safety and commitment to helping offenders make positive life changes.

Today is Child and Youth Day in B.C., to mark Universal Children's Day and Canada's adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.

New regulations expand the mandate of B.C.'s Representative for Children and Youth, helping to ensure vulnerable young adults are supported during their transition to adulthood at age 19.

Sept. 9 is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Prevention and Support Day in B.C., an opportunity to raise awareness around the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy and to support healthy women, their infants and their families.