British Columbia is globally recognized for high-quality food products and safety standards, and has rich production potential. Fertile growing conditions and a diverse geography and climate support a variety of commodities, from seafood and livestock products to soft fruits and flowers. For these reasons the province has developed a strong reputation for delicious fruits, seafood and wines, but lesser known products are gaining traction through gastro-tourism and food festivals. Food festivals are a great way to explore the diversity and creativity of local cuisine. The BC Seafood Festival features a huge range of tasting stati... continue reading

British Columbia is a leading research and development hub at the forefront of green innovation and is ranked among the top ten in the world. The clean technology sector, including power generation, energy efficiency, transportation and industrial processes that create green benefits, has been growing steadily and is considered to be worth $3 trillion per year globally. The City of Surrey has recently taken significant strides towards clean technology and sustainable waste solutions. The Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators has recently awarded Surrey’s Biofuel Facility a national innovation award, recognizing t... continue reading