The Treaty 8 Tribal Association is receiving nearly $134,000 in B.C. government funding to undertake a labour market study that will help its members take advantage of regional economic development opportunities, including liquefied natural gas.

The old Nakusp fire hall will go from code red to green thumbs as it's reborn as a year-round farmers' market, thanks to a $130,000 in partnership funding from the Government of B.C.

Two people are gaining valuable on-the-job event planning work experience, thanks to more than $61,000 in provincial Job Creation Partnership funding.

The BC Centre for Employment Excellence is receiving more than $463,000 in provincial funding for three research projects that will, over the long term, help more British Columbians find and keep a job.

The Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation has begun consultation on family maintenance for those who are receiving income or disability assistance.

Kamloops and Revelstoke are launching partnerships with the B.C. government to study what's needed in the workforce in their respective communities over the next five-plus years.

People receiving disability assistance benefits will now have the opportunity to take part in new projects aimed at increasing community inclusion and accessibility in B.C. thanks to $450,000 in funding from the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation.