Did you know BC shipped almost $4 million worth of fresh cherries to China in 2013?

A new campaign encouraging British Columbians to take a vacation close to home was launched today with the release of two videos that highlight exceptional tourist experiences British Columbians can find in their own backyards.

Industry Training Authority (ITA) and the BC Lions Football Club are extending their partnership to provide a popular school program - the Lions in the House initiative.

Shirley Bond, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour, is on the road to get a first-hand look at job creation and investment in Penticton and Okanagan Falls.

In front of friends, family and a room full of distinguished guests, 23 exceptional civic leaders were honoured at Government House with the Province's highest form of recognition, the Order of British Columbia.

Minister Bond visited the University of the Fraser Valley Trades and Technology Centre and Agriculture Centre of Excellence in Chilliwack, then onto Seabird College in Agassiz to talk about trades training and the Skills for Job Blueprint.

Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services Andrew Wilkinson and MLA for Cariboo-Chilcotin Donna Barnett visit staff at the Service BC Centre in Williams Lake.

Five amazing days of competition! Special Olympics Canada will welcome more than 2,000 athletes, coaches and officials for the largest Games in history from July 8-12.