Socially innovative organizations and businesses are helping brighten the lives of some B.C. residents this holiday season by providing creative, yet much needed festive services and supports.

B.C. government funding of $120,000 over two years will bring new life to a building that serves as a vital link between the public, Wells Grey Provincial Park and local businesses.

The government of B.C. is investing more than $787,000 in new skills training equipment at Selkirk College.

The government of British Columbia joined the Tahltan Central Council (TCC) and Shell Canada (Shell) to announce an agreement has been reached to resolve the status of natural-gas tenure in the Klappan area of northwest B.C.

Students throughout British Columbia will have new opportunities for skills training, thanks to more than $1.7 million in one-time funding being provided to 10 B.C. public post-secondary institutions to prepare workers for jobs in their regions.

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

Environment Minister Terry Lake and Energy, Mines and Natural Gas Minister Rich Coleman have issued a conditional Environmental Assessment Certificate to Peace River Coal Inc. for the proposed Roman Coal Mine project, located 30 kilometres south of Tumbler Ridge.

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