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<\/p>\nA targeted strategy to deliver major projects, expand skills training and grow key sectors to strengthen the economy.<\/p>\n
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A strategy built for people to succeed<\/p>\n
Look West is a targeted plan designed to deliver major projects, create good jobs and strengthen B.C. and Canada\u2019s economic security in the face of economic threats. We\u2019re seizing opportunities and leveraging our strengths to deliver for B.C. and for Canada.\u00a0<\/p>\n
We have the resources Canada and the world need, the infrastructure and coastal ports to deliver them to market, and the skilled people and regulatory framework to complete major projects, on time and within budget.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Actions at a glance<\/p>\n
Our approach is built on three key pillars.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Strengthening our workforce<\/p>\n
\tFocusing on skilled trades training to build the talent we need
\n\tLeveraging talent and expertise from across Canada and around the globe\u00a0
\n\tAdvancing skills training for highly qualified professions to drive Canada\u2019s key economic sectors\u00a0
\n\tConnecting industry to quality training opportunities\u00a0<\/p>\n
Learn more about\u00a0our workforce<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Delivering major projects faster<\/p>\n \tAccelerating major job-creating projects\u00a0 Learn more about major projects<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Diversifying markets and growing targeted sectors<\/p>\n \tBuilding pathways to international trade, diversifying markets, and reducing internal trade barriers\u00a0 Learn more about markets and targeted sectors<\/a><\/p>\n Explore targeted sectors\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Maritime<\/a><\/p>\n Expanding and optimizing our maritime sector<\/p>\n Aerospace<\/a><\/p>\n Expanding aerospace capacity for successful national and international defence contracts<\/p>\n Life Sciences<\/a><\/p>\n Enhancing life sciences and biomanufacturing capabilities<\/p>\n Construction innovation<\/a><\/p>\n Driving economic growth through construction innovation, creating a hub for advanced building technologies<\/p>\n Agriculture<\/a><\/p>\n Growing agriculture and food production, exports<\/p>\n Tourism<\/a><\/p>\n Strengthening B.C.\u2019s tourism and outdoor recreation industry<\/p>\n Look West: Jobs and Prosperity for a Stronger BC and Canada<\/p>\n Related information<\/p>\n Progress updates<\/p>\n Progress on the Look West Strategy is already underway. As key actions move forward, we\u2019ll share updates and how it\u2019s making a difference for British Columbians.<\/p>\n We\u2019re also tracking the progress we\u2019ve made towards reaching our short, medium and long-term goals<\/a>.<\/p>\n \tLook West update.<\/a> In the first six months since it was launched, Look West has delivered real results. It\u2019s bringing investment certainty, accelerating construction, and creating good-paying jobs, while strengthening Canada\u2019s long-term economic security.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/look_west_icon_num2.png\" "\\"\\"\/"){kind=icon}
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\n\tSpeeding up and streamlining permitting, reducing barriers and delays, and removing duplication across regulatory frameworks\u00a0
\n\tLeveraging B.C.\u2019s natural resources to deliver major projects\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/look_west_icon_num3.png\" "\\"\\"\/"){kind=icon}
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\n\tStrengthening our export infrastructure, getting more goods to the global market\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/look_west_icon_maritime_100x100.png\" "\\"\\"\/"){kind=icon}
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\n\tLaunching Major Projects in B.C. website.<\/a> Learn more about the clean energy, critical mineral, mining\u00a0and natural gas projects B.C. is working to deliver faster. They support tens of thousands construction and long-term jobs and represent an $88 billion\u00a0in investments towards our $200 billion goal by 2035.
\n\tInvesting in skilled trades training.<\/a> B.C. is doubling funding to $214 million per year by 2028-29. This is the first major increase in nearly 20 years. Up to 5,000 more apprenticeship seats are expected to open in the first year.
\n\tAdvancing life sciences sector in B.C.<\/a> Canada is investing $127 million in two major life sciences projects from Aspect Biosystems and Providence Health Care (PHC) in Vancouver. They\u2019re expected to create a total of 1,051 new good jobs and 865 student co-op positions in the Vancouver area. The Province has also provided Aspect Biosystems with $23.8 million and the Providence Health Care with $331 million to advance their projects.
\n\tStrengthening military infrastructure and housing at CFB Esquimalt.<\/a> Canada is investing $1.1 billion to replace two aging jetties to support Navy operations on the Pacific Coast, creating 1,280 jobs during construction. They\u2019re also expanding military housing with 7,500 new units built at 25 locations across the country, including Esquimalt and Comox.
\n\tAdvancing defence innovation in AI and aerospace in B.C.<\/a> PacifiCan is investing $13.8 million in 5 research and development projects to test and deploy new civilian and defence technologies that protect Canada.
\n\tLaunching the Tourism Sector Action Plan.<\/a> Tourism is B.C.’s third largest sector. This targeted plan sets the path to double tourism revenues by 2036 and create lasting economic benefits.
\n\tStrengthening Canada\u2019s defence capacity<\/a>. The Regional Defence Investment Initiative is investing in B.C. businesses that have viable projects to support Canada\u2019s defence and security capabilities while boosting regional economic development. Interested businesses can apply for project funding until April 15, 2026.
\n\tBacking bid for global defense bank headquarters. B.C. is backing a private-sector bid for the international headquarters of the new Defence, Security and Resiliency Bank (DSRB) to be located in Vancouver. The bank focuses on financing projects for NATO members and allies. If successful, it would create 3,500 high-paying jobs and position B.C. as a leader in the global security sector.\u00a0Read the news release<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Read Vancouver\u2019s Bid to Host the DSRB (PDF, 11MB)<\/a>
\n\tPowering AI growth with clean energy<\/a>. Province and BC Hydro are launching a competitive process to manage rising electricity demand and support balanced development of artificial intelligence and data-centre projects, encouraging economic growth and creating good jobs.
\n\tBoosting clean technology and enhancing port operations in the North.<\/a> Three dual-use technology businesses are testing new tools that can help cut emissions, improve safety and support jobs in northern communities, while supporting Canada\u2019s defence priorities.
\n\tBuilding B.C., India partnerships to boost tech sectors<\/a>. As part of the trade mission to India, B.C. is advancing partnership with India\u2019s Karnataka state to increase collaboration and attract investments in life sciences, technology and innovation, creating good jobs and opportunities.
\n\tStrengthening B.C.\u2019s food security with new technology, training<\/a>. A new smart-farming project in Delta is helping strengthen food security for B.C, while two new training programs will ensure more people have the necessary skills to succeed in the growing agritech sector.
\n\tSupporting good jobs, Premier leads trade mission to India<\/a>. The Premier and Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth met with government and business leaders in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh and Bengaluru (Bangalore), advancing key partnerships, attracting investments, fostering collaboration, and bringing good jobs to B.C.<\/p>\n