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.

Throughout October, B.C. has been recognizing and celebrating foster families for the integral role they play in helping to raise some of the province's most vulnerable citizens.