To create and support good jobs in British Columbia’s forest sector, government is investing $7.9 million to promote and grow markets for B.C. wood products at home and abroad.

Bruce Ralston, Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology, has issued the following statement on rescheduling the upcoming China meetings of B.C.'s current Forestry Asia Trade Mission:

When people think of B.C.’s economy, mining, forestry, tourism and our booming tech sector are often mentioned.

Manufacturing is a key contributor to B.C.’s economic diversity and future growth.

British Columbia's network of international trade and investment offices, managed by the Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology, work to connect B.C. companies to international enterprises, building strong links to the natural resources, skills, products and services that make British Columbia an attractive place to invest and do business.

British Columbia is a strong supporter of rules-based trade and the many benefits that free trade agreements bring for B.C. businesses and all British Columbians.

As Canada’s gateway to the Asia Pacific, British Columbia is a strong supporter of rules-based trade and the many benefits that free trade agreements bring for B.C. businesses and all British Columbians.

The Government of British Columbia is meeting with Catalyst Paper and community stakeholders to come up with strategies to protect the paper industry in light of the U.S. decision to levy high duties against Catalyst Paper’s exports of newsprint, book publishing and printing papers, Premier John Horgan announced today.

The Government of British Columbia is investing $7.8 million to promote the use of B.C. wood overseas, advance wood building systems and products, and expand global markets.