Jobs and Economic Growth

Getting a quantum computing advantage

Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:55 PM
Researchers at UVIC

Province supports quantum computing research to grow B.C.’s tech economy, train future innovators


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Reinforcing B.C.’s leadership in interprovincial trade

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 1:51 PM
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A red transport truck driving on a highway beside a forested area on a clear day.

Permanent interprovincial recognition law will reduce barriers, support businesses, lower costs


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B.C. the best spot for global defence bank

Monday, February 9, 2026 9:10 AM
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B.C. the best spot for global defence bank.

Headquarters would bring thousands of high-paying jobs to B.C.


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Minister’s statement on B.C. Chamber of Commerce Week

Monday, February 9, 2026 8:30 AM

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Minister’s statement on January 2026 Labour Force Survey results

Friday, February 6, 2026 9:13 AM
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Construction workers on lifts installing exterior panels on a building, with text reading B.C. adds 3,500 jobs in January.

Despite ongoing global threats, economic uncertainty B.C. adds 3,500 jobs in January


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Supporting businesses to showcase clean-technology solutions at YVR

Thursday, January 22, 2026 10:30 AM
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Initiative provides real-world environments for businesses to test cutting-edge technology


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Boosting clean technology in the North

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 8:30 AM
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Projects launched in Prince Rupert could enhance port operations, boost sovereignty and defence


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Building B.C., India partnerships to boost tech sectors

Friday, January 16, 2026 10:00 AM
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Strengthening ties to support B.C.’s tech, life-sciences companies in global markets


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Supporting B.C.’s food security with new technology, training

Thursday, January 15, 2026 10:15 AM
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Supporting B.C.'s food security with smart-farming systems

B.C. companies, research institutions advance food security through smart-farming systems.


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Minister’s statement on December 2025 Labour Force Survey results

Friday, January 9, 2026 8:13 AM
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BC adds 24,100 jobs in 2025

Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests, on behalf of Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth, who is travelling to India for a trade mission, has issued the following statement on the release of Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey for December 2025:


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Look West: Premier’s mission to India supporting good jobs for British Columbians

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 11:22 AM
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Premier David Eby and Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth

Mission will highlight B.C. strengths in energy, critical minerals, forestry


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Listening to businesses to keep B.C. competitive

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 9:00 AM
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B.C.’s Ease of Doing Business initiative feedback will drive changes for small business success


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Supporting wood manufacturing in Chemainus, Cumberland

Thursday, December 18, 2025 3:15 PM

New funding expands value-added manufacturing


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Strengthening government’s response to emergencies

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 10:00 AM
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Forestry Innovation and Emergency Management Testbed launched


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Boosting B.C.’s health emergency readiness, life-sciences jobs

Monday, December 15, 2025 11:15 AM
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Boosting B.C.’s health emergency readiness, life-sciences jobs.

Province funds national initiative for rapid life-saving drug development.


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