Vancouver/CMEDIA: In an effort reportedly to push for more investment in major infrastructure projects that deliver prosperity and jobs for people in British Columbia (BC) , David Eby, BC premier is leading a mission to Ottawa from Wed Sept. 17 until Thurs, Sept. 18, 2025.
“I’m glad to see that 40% of the federal government’s nation-building projects are located in B.C…In Ottawa, I will continue discussions about these projects and the tens of billions in additional projects…that deliver prosperity for all Canadians, look west to British Columbia,” said David Eby
Included in the mission will be meetings with Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney and senior members of the federal cabinet to discuss BC’s priorities for growth focusing on moving major projects forward, such as securing necessary infrastructure funding.
Two BC projects being identified by Ottawa as being of national significance — LNG Canada Phase 2 and the Red Chris Mine expansion which will create jobs, support communities and strengthen the services and support families need to build a good life in the province.
Being committed to working with the federal government, Premier Eby would see the realization of the dozens of opportunities that are being developed throughout the province.
Also discussed in the meeting will be urgent matters related to public safety, immigration and housing, as well as other key issues the Premier and his team intend to raise are extortion, gun violence and intimate-partner violence.
Premier Eby will be accompanied by Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance; Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth; and Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests.
“It’s heartening to see the federal government recognize that projects in B.C. will drive the Canadian economy,” Premier Eby said. “We can do more, we can do it faster and we can do it the right way. These projects reflect the values and will increase the prosperity of all Canadians.”
Building on BC’s recent visits to Asia and Europe, The Ottawa mission showcases the province’s vast range of investment and commercialization opportunities in critical minerals, life sciences, low-carbon energy, technology, agriculture, forestry and innovation.
