Archive - 2017

What To Expect When You're Expecting [Disruption]: The Digital Economy and British Columbia

What To Expect When You're Expecting [Disruption]: The Digital Economy and British Columbia

You are in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. So, what is it — and in what ways may it…

December 06, 2017 - Policy Perspectives

BC Economy Still Strong...But Downshifts in 2018

BC Economy Still Strong...But Downshifts in 2018

The British Columbia economy remains on a healthy growth track, supported by rising exports,…

November 15, 2017 - BC Economic Review & Outlook

The Relativism of Environmental Indicators

The Relativism of Environmental Indicators

In the case of environmental indicators and performance measures, factors such as geography,…

November 07, 2017 - Environment & Energy Bulletin

From Good to Great: The Benefits of Scaling Up BC Business

From Good to Great: The Benefits of Scaling Up BC Business

To build a more prosperous and innovative economy, new businesses have to be created and some…

October 31, 2017 - Other

Human Capital Policy and Practice in British Columbia: Growing the Province's Economy & Potential Through Talent

Human Capital Policy and Practice in British Columbia: Growing the Province's Economy & Potential Through Talent

This report, prepared for the Business Council by Kerry Jothen, CEO of Human Capital Strategies,…

October 10, 2017 - BC2035

BC Budget Update Signals Modest Tax Changes and Additional Spending Measures

BC Budget Update Signals Modest Tax Changes and Additional Spending Measures

After more than 16 years in opposition, the NDP government introduced its first budget earlier this…

September 13, 2017 - Business Alerts

Governments Focus on Employment and Labour Law Changes

Governments Focus on Employment and Labour Law Changes

There has been a renewed interest, on the part of the federal and some provincial governments, in…

September 12, 2017 - Human Capital Law & Policy

Ties That Bind: Economic Ties Between BC and Alberta (2017)

Ties That Bind: Economic Ties Between BC and Alberta (2017)

BC and Alberta have especially strong economic connections and exhibit a high degree of economic…

September 11, 2017 - Policy Perspectives

Species At Risk

Species At Risk

The new NDP government is considering options for management of species at risk in BC, and has…

August 02, 2017 - Environment & Energy Bulletin

BC Economic Momentum Carries On

BC Economic Momentum Carries On

The BC economy remains healthy, with nearly all sectors contributing to the ongoing expansion. The…

July 07, 2017 - BC Economic Review & Outlook

Preparing Canada's Workforce for the Next 150: Part One - Government Driven Solutions

Preparing Canada's Workforce for the Next 150: Part One - Government Driven Solutions

In light of Canada’s 150th anniversary celebrations this year, there will be many conversations…

July 05, 2017 - Human Capital Law & Policy

A Closer Look at BC's Exports

A Closer Look at BC's Exports

As a small market jurisdiction, exports of both goods and services are the foundation of the BC…

June 13, 2017 - Policy Perspectives

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