Opportunities in British Columbia
Canada business opportunities through out British Columbia and in Vancouver, whether you are considering starting a new business or investing in an existing one, are excellent.
A pilot project designed to promote Canada Business Immigration to British Columbia was jointly launched by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and the British Columbia Ministry of Employment and Investment on January 15, 1999.
British Columbia and Vancouver in particular are centers for international and Canada business. B.C. exporters enjoy excellent trading relations around the world. Sophisticated transportation networks and facilities move products to market by sea, air, road and rail. Favorable International Maritime Center and International Financial Center tax legislation encourages location of international shipping and banking businesses in B.C.. The Canada business enjoys other important advantages in the province:- Resources and energy, forests, minerals, water, fisheries and abundant energy.
- Dynamic, skilled people. The B.C. lifestyle attracts young, skilled and motivated workers from across Canada and around the world.
- Excellent educational and health systems. schools, technical colleges, universities and health facilities are among the world's best.
- Recreational and cultural opportunities, indoor and outdoor, on land, water and in the air in the province are unsurpassed.
- Room to grow. The province is almost one million square kilometers (more than twice the size of Germany or Japan), with a population of about 3.2 million.
- Access to opportunity. The North American Free Trade Agreement opens the door to nearly 300 million consumers. B.C. goods and services are accepted worldwide.
The Business Service Center in Vancouver is a one-stop source of business information. If you are looking for statistics, doing investment research, or need an update on some aspect of business, we can introduce you to the Business Service Center in Vancouver.
The B.C. Trade Development Corporation (a government-owned corporation located in Vancouver) helps exporters to penetrate foreign markets. It helps businesses obtain export financing and it unravels the regulations that slow participation in overseas markets. Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Commissions and government offices throughout the province can provide assistance to potential business immigrants who are investigating opportunities in their regions. The Business Immigration Branch conducts regular seminars for potential business immigrants (Immigration and Investment Seminars) and for those who have recently arrived (Conditions Removal Seminars). Free services for Canada Business Immigrants:- Approved Businesses and Funds for Immigrant Investors. A reference to businesses and funds approved for Immigrant Investors in British Columbia.
- Canada Business opportunities Bulletin. A reference to businesses throughout British Columbia seeking buyers or active partners, where investment may satisfy conditions for Immigrant Entrepreneurs.
- Printed "handout" reference materials. sector profiles, Canada Business Regulations and licensing, taxes, contacts for business start-ups, and other topics.
- Business Counseling. Branch officers in Vancouver are available to help identify suitable investments, provide contacts in British Columbia and guidance, and explain program goals.
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