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B.C. Economy Downshifts in 2018, But Solid Growth Likely to Continue

B.C. Economy Downshifts in 2018, But Solid Growth Likely to Continue

Highlights The global economic backdrop has improved, which should help to sustain B.C.’s economic…

April 30, 2018

B.C.'s Manufacturing Sector is Growing...But Faces Competitiveness Challenges

B.C.'s Manufacturing Sector is Growing...But Faces Competitiveness Challenges

Manufacturing is a growth story for the B.C. economy over the last 10 years and is punching above…

April 11, 2018

Jobs and Skills in Demand: BC's Updated Labour Market Outlook to 2027

Jobs and Skills in Demand: BC's Updated Labour Market Outlook to 2027

On the lookout for the hottest in job trends? We've got the latest on the updated Labour Market…

March 22, 2018

Federal Budget 2018: More Spending with Little to Address Competitiveness Challenges

Federal Budget 2018: More Spending with Little to Address Competitiveness Challenges

In an environment of heightened uncertainty about NAFTA and steep tax cuts south of the border that…

February 28, 2018

BC Budget 2018 - Higher Business Taxes Plus Additional Spending Measures

BC Budget 2018 - Higher Business Taxes Plus Additional Spending Measures

Many B.C. businesses will be scrambling to adjust to significantly higher payroll costs. In her…

February 22, 2018

2015 Paris Agreement - About, Achievements, and Accounting

2015 Paris Agreement - About, Achievements, and Accounting

The 2015 Paris accord is the latest installment of multilateral agreements aimed at addressing the…

February 13, 2018

BC's Expansion Set to Continue Through 2019

BC's Expansion Set to Continue Through 2019

Amid an improving external backdrop, BC’s economic expansion remains on a healthy course with…

January 18, 2018

2018 WorkSafeBC Update

2018 WorkSafeBC Update

WorkSafeBC has set its assessment rates for 2018, and the news is generally positive for employers…

January 10, 2018

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

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

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

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

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