Our skilled and innovative workforce, generous supply of natural resources, and comprehensive transportation and communications systems ensure that businesses have the resources, people, and support they need to thrive.
Learn more about the opportunities in our key industry sectors:
British Columbia has the most diverse agrifoods industry in Canada, producing more than 200 agriculture commodities and 100 seafood species.The province is home to hundreds of agrifoods and seafood companies, including primary growers and producers on land and sea, food processors, beverage processors and manufacturers of specialty items such as nutraceuticals, floral products, pet foods and more.
Learn more about opportunities and competitive advantages in our agrifoods sector.
British Columbia is a world leader in developing innovative forest products and services, including engineered wood products, alternative energy products, and new building systems. Our mills process both coniferous timber, and we are one of the largest producers of biomass energy in North America.
Explore the investment opportunities in forestry in British Columbia.
British Columbia is a global centre for mining activity. Our abundant mineral and coal resources provide rich investment potential. Attracted by our geo-scientific expertise, sophisticated geological data systems, and supportive business environment, industry leaders from around the world are investing in our extractive industries.
Discover the possibilities in our mining sector.
British Columbia has strong regulations and oversight in place for natural gas development and exports. With quality pipeline infrastructure in place we are well positioned to provide market-access to international markets looking for long-term natural gas supply. British Columbia is committed to ensuring the necessary infrastructure is available to encourage investment in this industry.
Investigate the investment prospects in our natural gas sector.
There are almost 10,000 established companies in British Columbia’s technology sector. Our highly skilled and creative workforce can give you a competitive advantage in leading-edge industries, including clean technology, information and communication technologies, wireless, digital and screen-based media, VFX film, television and life sciences. Close connections between industry and our world-class post-secondary institutions allows us to accelerate the commercialization of innovations.
See how you can invest in our technology sector.
British Columbia has an exceptional mix of tourism products and experiences, from luxurious weekends in the city to skiing and snowboarding, from Aboriginal tourism to charming bed and breakfasts, and from conventions to ecotourism adventures. Businesses taking advantage of our spectacular natural environment and diverse places and activities offer rich investment prospects.
Find out about investing in tourism.
With our strategic location on Canada’s Pacific Coast, we provide market access to the Asia-Pacific region and the rest of North America. Asian demand for products from North America is increasing, and British Columbia’s transportation strategy identifies $25 billion in new public- and private-sector investment opportunities.
Explore the opportunities in our transportation sector, including the aerospace and marine industries.