International investment and trade

The B.C. government pursues strategic opportunities to promote British Columbia internationally as a preferred place to invest and do business. This is done by delivering services that accelerate British Columbia’s exports, attract strategic investments, establish international offices, develop international partnerships, increase awareness of its competitive advantages, and negotiate agreements that eliminate barriers to trade.

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Trade & Investment

The B.C. government works with international enterprises to help them build strong links to the resources, skills and businesses that make British Columbia an attractive place to work and invest. 

Trade Policy & Negotiations

British Columbia relies on trade to support an economic recovery and generate good jobs in all regions of the Province.

B.C.'s Trade Diversification Strategy

B.C.'s Trade Diversification Strategy is an innovative approach to export development and investment attraction. The Strategy uses B.C.’s competitive advantage to increase export and investment opportunities in targeted new markets, expand in key existing ones and increase the number and diversity of B.C.’s exporting businesses.