Internet service providers can submit their applications for project funding starting today for the upcoming Connecting British Columbia program.

Government is contributing $250,000 to the Youth Futures Education Fund, which will be available to help cover expenses beyond tuition that may be a barrier to post-secondary education for former youth in care.

Fifteen local people will be trained in land-based aquaculture systems, fulfilling the need for workers in this industry, thanks to more than $362,000 in government Community and Employer Partnership funding to Excel Career College.

Young people considering what skills they will need for tomorrow's in-demand occupations will have an opportunity for interactive, hands-on experience at WorkBC's Find Your Fit stop inVancouver at David Lam Park on Saturday, June 6.

A new $150,000 scholarship program will benefit 120 students from China, Japan and South Korea.

Another West Shore school will receive seismic upgrades valued at more than $10 million to protect students and staff in the event of an earthquake.

Perseverance, strength and resilience - these are the traits of B.C.'s children and youth in care.