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Thursday, April 22, 2010

BC's Economy is Looking Up

On April the 12th the government of British Columbia released a report revealing a number of interesting economic indicators. Overall the economic climate seems to be improving, below a list with some positive economic indicators can be found:

- Major construction project in B.C. hold strong
- Building permits on the rise
- 2010 first quarter housing starts doubles 2009 figure
- B.C. forecast to lead Canada in new home starts
- Conference board forecasts B.C. to lead Canada in growth in 2010
- B.C. to lead nation in job creation
- Vancouver's economic growth expected to lead Canadian cities
- Consumer confidence in B.C. up yet again
- Business confidence remains strong
- Vancouver a top city for international competitiveness
- B.C. continues to record strong population growth
- B.C.'s housing sales continue positive rebound
- B.C. remains a box office leader in film and TV production
- China grants Canada approved destination status

Source: BC Government Website, 2010

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