#lookwest
What do blueberries 🫐, critical minerals ⚙️, and aerospace 🚀 have in common?

They’re part of B.C.’s diverse economy ready for global markets.

Our #LookWest plan connects key sectors to new global markets to create jobs and prosperity for British Columbians.

👉🏾 Gov.bc.ca/lookwest
February 5, 2026 at 4:58 AM
Look west, Canada. BC is driving Canada's future - partnering with First Nations, local communities, and industry on clean energy, renewable fuel, trades training, and tech and life sciences. This is BC's moment, and Canada's opportunity.

Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
November 18, 2025 at 12:51 AM
This means lower costs, faster access to markets, and more choices for consumers, while protecting B.C.'s health, safety, and environmental protections. All part of our #LookWest strategy.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:45 PM
It’s fantastic to see @moment_energy, a B.C. startup, become a globally competitive clean tech leader, creating over 100 skilled, local jobs in Surrey and building the infrastructure Canada needs for a secure, more independent and environmentally-friendly energy future.
#LookWest
June 25, 2026 at 6:55 PM
We’re keeping people safe from future pandemics & other urgent health challenges by investing $33M into Canada’s Immuno-Engineering & Biomanufacturing Hub at @ubcmedicine.bsky.social

This is part of our #LookWest strategy to double life sciences jobs to 40,000 in B.C. news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
December 16, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Signing the Canadian Mutual Recognition Agreement means:

✅ lower business costs
✅ more innovation
✅ increased productivity & investment
✅ more consumer choices
✅ free flow of goods across 🇨🇦

Another milestone in our #LookWest plan for creating jobs and growing the economy.
November 20, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Visited Victoria Seaspan Shipyards to discuss B.C.’s maritime future, Esquimalt Graving Dock expansion, ship recycling capacity and VCL’s commercial and defence outlook.

All part of our​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ #LookWest plan to create jobs and grow B.C.’s shipbuilding and maritime sectors. 🚢⚙️
March 20, 2026 at 2:50 PM
We’re expanding support for B.C. businesses with more resources, tools and services to help you start and grow.

These efforts complement the #LookWest plan by helping businesses diversify markets, build B.C.’s skilled workforce, and accelerate permitting for major projects. 🇨🇦

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January 4, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Tourism is one of BC’s largest sectors, generating $23B annually. Through Look West, we’re growing the visitor economy and working to double tourism revenue over the next decade - building lasting prosperity across BC. Happy BC Tourism Week! 

Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
April 21, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Today, B.C. signed the Canadian Mutual Recognition Agreement to free the flow of goods across Canada.

By breaking down #trade barriers and cutting red tape, we're creating new opportunities.

This is key to our #LookWest strategy. 🍁

👉🏾 news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

@bridgitteanderson.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Great visit to GeneralFusion in Richmond. Their success reflects investor confidence in BC’s fusion tech, built in part on our early support to help keep their momentum going.

A vote of confidence in BC’s economy and a testament to our talented workforce.

#LookWest in action.
July 28, 2026 at 10:37 PM
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…This means lower costs, faster access to markets, and more choices for consumers, while protecting B.C.'s health, safety, and environmental protections.

All part of our landmark #LookWest economic strategy.

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Reinforcing B.C.’s leadership in interprovincial trade
Permanent interprovincial recognition law will reduce barriers, support businesses, lower costs
news.gov.bc.ca
March 6, 2026 at 2:02 AM
A key part of our #LookWest economic strategy is to diversify markets and create new opportunities.

We led the Canada-wide effort to break down trade barriers in Canada, making it easier for businesses to grow and thrive.

One agreement. One market. Unlimited opportunities.
November 21, 2025 at 12:43 AM
With the Defence and Security Resilience Bank looking for a home, we have a simple message: #LookWest

B.C. offers unmatched advantages:

✅ a strong financial cluster
✅ leading cybersecurity sector
✅ seamless global connectivity (Indo-pacific)

My letter to PM @mark-carney.bsky.social
December 16, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Look West: Invest in B.C. 🌟

During the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, Mobile LED Trucks brought the Government of B.C.’s message to the streets for a two-day campaign. Proud to help put this investment message in motion.

#LookWest #InvestInBC #MobileLEDTruck
September 23, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Tradespeople are in demand throughout BC, including rural and remote communities.

5000 new training seats will reduce wait lists for apprenticeship programs, introduce more young people to trades and increase training capacity in high-demand careers.

Learn more: gov.bc.ca/LookWest
June 18, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Last week at @Seaspan in North Vancouver, seeing firsthand how their shipyards are building Canada's next generation of Coast Guard & Navy vessels while creating thousands of good jobs.

Supporting BC's marine industry is a vital part of #LookWest plan for economic growth.
@susiechant.bsky.social
December 22, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Congratulations to Darlene Rotchford on her appointment as Parliamentary Secretary for Armed Forces.

Looking forward to working w/ her to strengthen military ties and align BC's skills training with defence priorities in aerospace and shipbuilding under our #LookWest strategy.🚢
November 27, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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When companies have the space and tools to scale, everyone wins.

More jobs and more made-in-B.C. breakthroughs reaching the world.

This is part of our #LookWest strategy, growing life sciences, creating #bcjobs and making it easier to do business in B.C.
April 20, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Biidaasige Park,Toronto August 2026.#home #lookwest #meetingplace #greataddition
August 30, 2026 at 5:58 PM
With up to 5,000 new apprenticeship seats and shorter waitlists for in-demand trades programs, you can build the life you want with a good paying job.

Pick your player - which trade will you choose? gov.bc.ca/LookWest
September 16, 2026 at 10:30 PM
People in BC rely on good, family-supporting jobs like those at Mt. Milligan mine, one of BC's 18 priority projects. This update protects almost 600 jobs and generates millions of dollars in added economic benefit for the region and beyond. gov.bc.ca/LookWest
January 22, 2026 at 11:43 PM
The North Coast Transmission Line will more than double the electricity flowing to the northwest. It's a clean energy solution for major projects in the region, creating around 9,700 full-time jobs.

Learn more about BC's major projects and our Look West strategy at gov.bc.ca/LookWest
September 14, 2026 at 11:05 PM
We are at our best when we work together. I had productive meetings in Ottawa discussing advancing Aerospace, Life Sciences, Ai and Quantum sectors and Marine industry in BC.

Part of our #LookWest plan to drive economic growth, create good jobs, and build major projects for Canada’s future. 🍁
December 11, 2025 at 1:38 AM
We’re investing $33M at UBC’s Immuno-Engineering and Biomanufacturing Hub to protect people from future pandemics and grow B.C.’s life sciences sector as part of our #LookWest plan to double life sciences jobs to 40,000. 🔬

https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2025JEG0059-001244
December 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM