Premier David Eby is leading a mission to Ottawa to push for more investment in major infrastructure projects that deliver prosperity and jobs for people in B.C.

“I’m glad to see that 40% of the federal government’s nation-building projects are located in B.C., a result of our direct push to grow our economy and create good-paying jobs,” said Premier Eby. “In Ottawa, I will continue discussions about these projects and the tens of billions in additional projects that should be considered in the next round. If the federal government wants private-sector projects that deliver prosperity for all Canadians, look west to British Columbia.”

The mission, from Wednesday, Sept. 17 until Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, will include meetings with Prime Minister Mark Carney and senior members of the federal cabinet to discuss British Columbia’s priorities for growth.

The discussion will focus on moving major projects forward, such as securing necessary infrastructure funding. Ottawa has identified two B.C. projects as being of national significance — LNG Canada Phase 2 and the Red Chris Mine expansion.

These projects will create jobs, support communities and strengthen the services and supports families need to build a good life in the province. Premier Eby is committed to working with the federal government to realize the dozens of opportunities that are being developed throughout the province.

Urgent matters related to public safety, immigration and housing will also be discussed. Extortion, gun violence and intimate-partner violence are key issues the Premier and his team intend to raise.

Premier Eby will be accompanied by Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance; Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth; and Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests.

“It’s heartening to see the federal government recognize that projects in B.C. will drive the Canadian economy,” Premier Eby said. “We can do more, we can do it faster and we can do it the right way. These projects reflect the values and will increase the prosperity of all Canadians.”

The Ottawa mission builds on B.C.’s recent visits to Asia and Europe that have showcased the province’s vast range of investment and commercialization opportunities in critical minerals, life sciences, low-carbon energy, technology, agriculture, forestry and innovation.