Six British Columbians have been gaining valuable skills through a government-funded work experience project that uses dance to address social issues for at-risk students.

Communities need a place where people can come together to connect and celebrate. In Taghum, that’s the Taghum Hall.

Six people have gained valuable work experience on a project, funded in part by the Province, which highlights the history ― and friendly rivalry ― of the East and West Kootenays.

Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction Shane Simpson announced the members of his Advisory Forum on Poverty Reduction as he invited British Columbians to share their ideas to help shape the Province’s first Poverty Reduction Strategy.

Accessible, inclusive communities for people with disabilities are the main goals behind two provincially funded programs designed to improve universal access in British Columbia.

Two people have spent the summer on a work experience project that is transforming Kamloops’ back alleys into safe, usable spaces that have become a popular destination for walking, sightseeing and photography.