Major construction in BC shows confidence

Press release –

VICTORIA – The number and value of major construction projects planned or underway across British Columbia increased during the first quarter of 2009, Iain Black, Minister of Small Business, Technology and Economic Development, announced today.

“British Columbia continues to demonstrate stability, with 892 large scale construction projects, valued at an estimated $184.2 billion, planned or underway throughout the province,” Black said. “Consistent investor confidence, alongside our triple-A credit rating, highlights B.C.’s strength as an attractive location for investment.” [Read more]