British Columbia Business Council - We are a collaborative organization with a diverse membership and shared love of this province, we work with various interest groups to form a single unified voice for our future economic health.
Economic
March 5, 2010 Federal Budget Signals Restraint...But Later
The Business Council's initial review of the March 4th Federal Budget, which marks the transition from a period of large recession-fighting deficits to a renewed era of fiscal restraint.
March 3, 2010 A Cautious Budget for Uncertain Times
The Business Council's initial review of the March 2nd Provincial Budget, which re-affirms the government's intention to bring the budget back into balance by the end of its mandate.
Environment
February 12, 2010 Comments on the Cosmetic Use of Pesticides in B.C.
Business Council's submission to the provincial government as part of the public consultation on cosmetic use of pesticides.
August 12, 2009 Canada's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases
Business Council comments on the federal government's recently gazetted Offset System for Greenhouse Gases, comprised of the documents Program Rules and Guidance for Project Proponents and Program Rules for Verification and Guidance for Verification Bodies
2009-10 Holiday Business Hours Survey Results Survey Results
The Business Council of British Columbia conducts an annual survey to determine when members will be open during the holiday season. Thank you to all that participated in the survey.
Collective Bargaining Review and Outlook (Members Only)
2008 Biennial Skills and Attributes Survey Full Report
The Business Council's 2008 report highlights the skills and attributes that major BC employers are looking for in new hires.
Mileage Allowance Survey (Members Only)
BC Bargaining Database www.bcbargaining.ca
Visitors can find information on the status of labour negotiations throughout the province and the latest data on settlements, expiring agreements, work stoppages and wages.
NEWS!
BC Economic Index
2009-10 Holiday Business Hours Survey Results
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