Reading Time: 3 minutes Canada is losing the business tug of war with the United States, and it’s not just about higher tax rates
Tag: BC economy
Clearing the air: How industry should respond to public concerns
Reading Time: 4 minutes In Prince George, Canfor accepted the challenge to address pollution issues. Other businesses can and should follow suit to deal with social conflicts
A flicker of hope in Canada’s gloomy energy climate
Reading Time: 3 minutes B.C.’s proposed tax incentive plan for an LNG facility in Kitimat is a step forward. But more must happen to revitalize Canada’s economy
Open for business? Not B.C.
Reading Time: 4 minutes B.C. government sending all the wrong signals to investors, which could lead to a rude economic awakening
B.C.’s budget cools the economic climate
Reading Time: 4 minutes The B.C. budget does little to improve the investment climate or mitigate the effects of policy changes emanating from the U.S.
B.C. at a fiscal crossroads
Reading Time: 3 minutes It can continue to pursue fiscal prudence or follow other provinces that are plagued by chronic shortfalls and ongoing budgetary challenges
Investor confidence plummets for B.C. energy sector
Reading Time: 3 minutes Tanker moratoriums, LNG plant cancellations, fracking reviews, government pipeline obstructionism are all taking their toll
Civic renewal that drains the soul – and people – from communities
Reading Time: 4 minutes When investor neighbourhoods replace residential ones, civic sustainability is the big loser
Keystone XL approval errs on side of safety
Reading Time: 3 minutes One spill is too many but pipelines are much safer than rail for transporting oil
Fossil fuels remain key to energy future, according to report
Reading Time: 4 minutes The U.S. is eager to grab new business, which underscores the urgent need for Canada to secure access to offshore markets for our oil and gas