Research Economic Activity
Last updated on September 20, 2024Learn about major projects going on throughout the province. Research natural resource and economic data using the BC Economic Atlas. Find B.C. economic development surveys results. Access economic data and statistical information.
StrongerBC Economic Plan
The StrongerBC Economic Plan lays out a long-term plan to grow B.C.’s economy by tackling today’s challenges.
- Find out more about B.C.’s Economic Plan
- Discover the metrics of B.C.’s economic progress (PDF, 3.17MB)
BC Major Projects Inventory
The BC Major Projects Inventory (MPI) provides summary information on major projects in B.C. that are over $15 million (CAD) capital cost, or $20 million in the Lower Mainland-Vancouver area.
BC Economic Atlas
The BC Economic Atlas is a user-friendly, publicly-available web-based mapping application. It's a hub for business and investment information. The BC Economic Atlas provides a picture of what’s happening with B.C.’s economy. Quickly find accessible and integrated data at no cost.
Community Information Tool
The Community Information Tool (CIT) offers insight into communities across B.C. with integrated socio-economic, connectivity and community assets data. The tool supports community, regional and province-wide planning, which is essential to building thriving, healthy communities.
BC Stats
BC Stats is the provincial government's leader in statistical and economic research, information and analysis. Learn about programs and the Statistics Act, participate in a survey, or interact and access BC Stats’ collection of data and visualizations.
Review Local Economic Development Surveys
Find past survey results to learn how economic development is delivered and funded in your community. See what priorities, assets and challenges are in other communities. Check out who’s partnering with who and discover useful data to understand and plan for the future.
Regional Economic Data Tools
Find economic data from B.C.’s economic trusts. This information illustrates the dynamic nature of B.C.’s regional economies and can help provide insight to communities about industry and economic shifts, supporting planning, response and adaptation.
Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI-BC):
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT):
Trade and Invest Representatives help international businesses discover the benefits of B.C. as a destination for investment. They also help B.C. businesses contact potential buyers, investors, and other key partners in global markets.