British Columbia sits at the gateway to the Pacific and has the potential to become the economic engine of a stronger, more self-reliant Western Canada.
But for too long, our ports and trade infrastructure have been constrained by delays, underinvestment, and a lack of long-term vision.
A government led by Kerry-Lynne Findlay will change that.
As part of a strong Western Alliance with Alberta and Saskatchewan, a Kerry-Lynne Findlay government will launch a Western-led, Western-funded nation-building strategy to expand British Columbia’s trade and export infrastructure and unlock the full economic potential of the West.
Expanding British Columbia’s Port Capacity
British Columbia’s ports are critical to Canada’s economic future. They connect Western Canadian resources, agriculture, manufacturing, and energy products to global markets.
The goal is clear: transform British Columbia into the most competitive Pacific trade gateway in North America.
Strengthening Trade Corridors
Expanding ports requires stronger transportation infrastructure across the West.
A Kerry-Lynne Findlay government will work with Alberta and Saskatchewan to strengthen the trade corridors that move goods efficiently from inland producers to BC ports, including:
- Highway expansion and modernization
- Increased rail capacity
- Improved trucking infrastructure
- Streamlined logistics and permitting systems
- Faster approvals for critical infrastructure projects
Supporting Jobs and Economic Growth
Expanding BC’s ports and transportation infrastructure will:
- Create thousands of good-paying jobs
- Strengthen supply chains across Western Canada
- Increase exports and global competitiveness
- Attract investment and private-sector growth
- Improve economic security for British Columbians
British Columbia should not be held back by congestion, delays, or federal indecision while global demand for Canadian products grows.
A Western-Led Vision
For too long, Western Canada has waited for Ottawa to act.
A Kerry-Lynne Findlay government will work directly with Western provinces, industry leaders, Indigenous communities, and the private sector to advance major infrastructure projects that serve the long-term interests of British Columbia and the West.
This is about building the infrastructure needed for the next generation of economic growth:
- Modern ports
- Efficient trade corridors
- Stronger supply chains
- Expanded access to global markets
British Columbia can lead a new era of Western prosperity — with the infrastructure to match.
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