British Columbians have until Wednesday, Dec. 19 to provide input into the first phase of public consultation for the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project.

Motorists heading out for the holiday season can get all the information they need for a safe and informed trip by visiting: www.driveBC.ca

Emil Anderson Construction Inc. of Kelowna has won this year's Deputy Minister's Contractor of the Year Award in the grading category for its work on the Monte Creek to Pritchard Four Laning Phase 1 project.

Mainroad Lower Mainland Contracting LP has won this year's Deputy Minister's Contractor of the Year Award in Road and Bridge Maintenance for work in the Lower Mainland service area.

Seismic 2000 Construction Ltd. of Aldergrove has won this year's Deputy Minister's Contractor of the Year Award in the bridges and structures category for its work on the Highway 3 Old Kootenay River Channel Bridge.

LaFarge Canada Inc. has won this year's Deputy Minister's Contractor of the Year Award for safety innovation, for its Haul Tailgate Block.

Pittman Asphalt Ltd. of Prince George has won this year's Deputy Minister's Contractor of the Year Award for its paving work on Prince George area roads.

The B.C. government, in collaboration with the BC Healthy Communities Society, released a guide to help interested local governments and First Nations better plan for events involving alcohol, creating a safer, healthier setting for event-goers and the community.

Residents of British Columbia have until Friday, Dec. 21 to provide input into the future of coastal ferry service.