Opening Markets

We have the location, the know-how and the skilled workforce to expand trade and investment in BC with Asia-Pacific countries like Japan, India, South Korea and China.

By increasing our international presence in these growing global economies we can ensure our province prospers from this growth.

OPENING MARKETS: ACTIONS

1. Raising awareness that British Columbia is a safe, desirable place to invest.

2. Increasing BC’s visibility in key markets.

3. Aggressively promoting and defending BC’s interests

OPENING MARKETS: RESULTS

• Hosting support has been provided to business visitors in northern locations, such as Kitimat.
• Ahead of schedule to meet targets of doubling BC’s international presence. New trade and investment representatives will be installed in Hong Kong, Mumbai and Chandigargh to bolster 9 offices in operation around the world.
• As a result of consultation with industry, BC has aleady begun the process of increasing presence at major aerospace and defence trade shows.

For more on all of the progress see the 1 Year Report.