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Expand to British Columbia

British Columbia (B.C.) is a natural place to start a business or expand existing operations.

Our stable, welcoming government has streamlined regulations and a competitive, pro-business tax system that makes it easy to get started and keep growing. Combined with a top-ranked quality of life and a diverse, skilled workforce, B.C. is a prime location for your business.

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Global Access

Commercial Crossroads of Asia-Pacific

2.6 Million

Growing labour pool of highly educated and skilled workers

27%

Corporate tax rate in among lowest in G7

A Natural Place to Grow Your Business

Open an office in B.C. and enjoy a prime location on the west coast of Canada that provides access to global markets, a simplified immigration process, and competitive business costs.

World-class educational facilities and cultures of innovation and inclusivity have produced a workforce that is creative and welcoming to new opportunities and immigrants.

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People and businesses around the world move to B.C. for our vibrant cities, outdoor living, stable economy, streamlined business climate, strategic location, and world-class infrastructure.

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A high concentration of customer experience professionals allows for easy transitions from industry to industry, allowing the truly excellent to thrive and lead.

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British Columbia has invested heavily in building world-class colleges, universities, technical institutions, and research facilities while developing a culture of collaboration.

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B.C.’s diverse manufacturing sector draws on the local natural resources, empowered workforce, and innovation to manufacture high-quality products for use across all sectors around the world.

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Efficient supply chains, an extensive network of railways and highways, international airports, and shipping ports supporting the entire Pacific Coast bringing huge value to businesses in British Columbia.

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At almost a million square kilometres, British Columbia’s vastness brings a wealth of natural resources: forests, minerals, aquaculture, natural gas, and hydropower help to drive your business.

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Infrastructure

Efficient logistics keep B.C. connected locally and globally, moving natural resources, products, people, raw materials, and finished goods…

Industry Sectors

With a rich natural environment, a multicultural and highly educated population, and proven economic strengths, British Columbia offers opportunities…

Economic Regions

British Columbia is a large province with eight different economic regions. Learn more about each of these regions in and their advantages.

Taxes, Programs & Incentives for BC Businesses

British Columbia has one of the strongest business ecosystems in North America. Our stable, supportive government naturally helps businesses grow and succeed.

Explore the programs and incentives that can build your business to compete in the global market.

Programs and Incentives

Find Commercial Property & Site Locations

There are a wide array of communities and options available to suit the needs of every business in finding the perfect business location. Whether you want to locate in a metropolitan city or a more rural locale, B.C. has something for your business.

Find a natural fit for your business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions we are asked at Trade and Invest BC about expanding to BC.

We are in the software industry and will be looking to hire software engineers with specific skillsets in Vancouver. We hear great things about Vancouver. Would you be able to show us how our hiring needs can be met by local I.T. talent?

Our website highlights relevant information regarding Workforce & Talent P ipelines within the province of B.C. In addition, there are up-to-date resources related to our Sectors, that provides specific labour force data that may be of some help. Local industry associations would be one of the best places to start in exploring talent pools and our Investor Services team can also help in guiding you through this process.

We are looking to open a new office in British Columbia. Would you be able to point us to commercial property that will meet our needs and walk us through cost considerations for various locations?

There are a several resources that highlight commercial properties and locations available throughout B.C. Please visit our Site Selection and Locations page, to access some of these resources. We can also help facilitate the process of finding a potential location and other considerations in establishing a physical presence. We would encourage you to contact our Investor Services team who would be happy to assist you with your investment in B.C.

I would like to make connections with B.C. companies interested in becoming distributors of our products. Can you help facilitate introductions with potential distributors?

Trade and Invest BC does not offer services in facilitating imports. If you are looking to engage with potential British Columbia companies regarding your offerings, we recommend contacting and networking with one of the many industry associations applicable to your products or services in the province. Many are listed in the sector descriptions on our website. Foreign exporters can also contact their government representatives in Canada for help in finding Canadian based partners.

We Can Help

At Trade and Invest B.C. we can provide up-to-date information about the business environment in British Columbia for business seeking to expand to Canada. We can also assist with planning your visit to business locations throughout the province, including available sites and facilities, with introductions to community leaders.