British Columbia – A Competitive and Dynamic Place to Do Business

B.C. companies benefit from – and global investment is attracted to – vast resources, competitive taxes, competitive operating costs, stable labour conditions and financial system, and an exceptional multicultural work force that is well educated, highly skilled and productive.

Global Access

Strategic location on Canada’s Pacific coast places British Columbia at the commercial crossroads of Asia-Pacific and North America.  BC is close to key markets and duty-free access to the U.S. and Mexico. Businesses using BC ports take advantage of the shortest sea route from Asia to North America, which are seamlessly connected to all major U.S. economic centres by secure, reliable road and rail networks.

Investment Opportunities

BC offers investment opportunities in many industry sectors, from resource extraction and development to advanced technology and knowledge-based industries.

Workforce

BC has a growing labour pool of 2.4 million workers+ who are highly educated, multi-lingual and motivated and responsive to the needs of businesses across industry sectors.

Competitive Business Costs

The cost of doing business in BC can be lower than in other locations in North America. Corporate income tax rates and the cost of labour, power and facilities give companies in BC a competitive edge.

Exceptional Quality of Life

High quality of life draws and retains skilled and creative people. This makes it easier for businesses in BC to find – and retain – the right employees.

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Information sourced BC Trade & Invest website.

BC Trade & Invest