BC Gov News

British Columbia’s oldest independent literacy organization is being awarded the Council of the Federation Literacy Award today, International Literacy Day, for its work to develop literacy skills and build community ties throughout the Central Okanagan Region.

Thousands of students are preparing to start their post-secondary studies or training this week.

British Columbia’s future leaders in the fields of tech, design and the creative arts will have access to state-of-the-art learning facilities, thanks to an exciting new campus for Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Premier John Horgan announced today.

It was a pressing priority for Advanced Education, Skills and Training Minister Melanie Mark to get out early in her mandate and engage with students, faculty and staff at all 25 public post-secondary institutions in British Columbia.

The following facts provide a snapshot of British Columbia’s education system.

The addition of 48 trades training seats at Okanagan College will increase student access to skills training in a range of high-demand careers, announced Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training, during a visit to the Kelowna campus.