An illuminated shovel assembly including: an elongated shaft, wherein the elongated shaft includes a length, a first proximal end, and a second distal end a handle sub-assembly, wherein the handle sub-assembly is secured to or forms part of the first proximal end of the elongated shaft a blade implement, wherein the blade implement is secured to or forms part of the second distal end of the elongated shaft and a light sub-assembly, wherein the light sub-assembly includes an energy source, a switch, and one or more light sources.
