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POSITION: New Major Rapid Transportation Investment a boon to Economic Development
The VEC welcomes the news of Translink securing funding for the Broadway subway and Surrey LRT and look forward to continued investments in regional connectivity and rapid transportation. -
VEC Response to BC’s Clean Growth Strategy
The Province of British Columbia is developing a long-term clean growth strategy to be released for the Fall of 2018. Earlier in the summer, the Province issued a call for public input into clean transportation, clean and efficient buildings, and a clean-growth program for industry. This is our reply. -
The Three Pillars of Success of Vancouver’s Green Economy
Vancouver has long been a source for disruptive innovation in response to climate change – from the concept of the ecological footprint and the advent of the 100-mile diet, to being the birthplace of... -
New Study: $3.8 billion spent by Film & TV and VFX & Animation industries in 2017
According to the data from our independent study, the total spend of B.C.’s film & TV industry has more than doubled in the last six years, from an estimated $1.6 billion in 2012 to $3.8 billion in 2017 – an increase of 135 per cent. -
Applications for the Summer Capital Mentorship Program Open August 7
What does raising $1 million dollars look like? Are you an entrepreneur looking to sharpen your pitch and prepare yourself for $1M+ in investment capital? The next installment of the Discovery Foundation... -
Chinese International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) Announces New North American HQ in Vancouver
The Vancouver Economic Commission’s Asia Pacific Centre is pleased to announce the official opening of the Chinese International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) in Vancouver. This centre will serve as the North American headquarters for CIETAC. -
Vancouver’s Green Economy: The Road to a Billion-Dollar Brand
The below article is excerpted from the State of Vancouver's Green Economy 2018 report, which may be downloaded and viewed in full here. Radical roots, progressive culture, entrepreneurial mindset catalyze low-carbon... -
Green Jobs Boom continues in Vancouver: Green Economy Report
Amid heated debate on fossil fuel pipelines and tankers, Vancouver Economic Commission report shows 35% increase in green jobs, highlights the thriving low-carbon industry that helps drive the city’s nation-leading economic growth while decreasing emissions -
Advisory: Green Economy Report Launch
Mayor Gregor Robertson and the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) are proud to present the State of Vancouver Green Economy 2018 report – the result of the first and only consistent green jobs tracking research performed in the Americas. -
A New Chapter: Announcing our Board of Directors
A new Board of Directors. The departure of former CEO Ian G. McKay. Record-breaking attendance at the Film & Media Centre’s Digital Careers Fair. The upcoming launch of several flagship projects and reports. This is our mid-year update. -
Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds
Enter Tourism Vancouver’s “Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds” campaign sweepstakes to win a grand prize trip for two to Vancouver inspired by Canada’s favourite anti-hero’s antics -
VEC Begins Search for New CEO
Lead the team that helps shape the economic future of one of the most desirable global communities. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for leading the VEC to position Vancouver and the region as a global hub for investment in creative, innovative and sustainable business. -
Vancouver Career Fair for screen-based industries proves the city’s leadership in Animation, Effects, and Gaming
There’s a good reason why Vancouver is known colloquially as Hollywood North. Not only does it feature as the backdrop for movies from Fifty Shades of Grey to Deadpool, it’s also the home of animation studios such as Industrial Light & Magic and Image Engine—responsible for the visual effects in household names like Star Wars and Game of Thrones. With increasing numbers of big-budget productions choosing the city, the call for talent is enormous. -
Vancouver’s Digital Entertainment Ecosystem on Proud Display at Canada’s Largest Professional Career Fair for Screen-Based Industries
Thousands of jobseekers flood Vancouver Convention Centre to vie for over 500 lucrative jobs at 35 studios Vancouver, BC (April 16, 2018) – On Saturday, thousands of jobseekers descended upon the Vancouver Convention Centre to meet... -
VEC’s Take: Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion not worth the risk
After careful review of the evidence for Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Expansion Project, the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) reiterates that the potential economic and environmental risks outweigh the potential economic benefits. Furthermore, the VEC has reservations about recent claims that the business community is in consensus about the proposed economic benefits of expansion. -
State of Vancouver’s Green Economy | 2018 Preview
Your exclusive preview of VEC's “State of Vancouver’s Green Economy 2018” Report We are excited to provide you with an exclusive preview of our 'State of Vancouver's Green Economy... -
Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) CEO Ian G. McKay Takes Reins of New National Investment Organization
Today, the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) congratulates CEO Ian G. McKay on his new appointment as CEO of Invest in Canada. Concurrent with this appointment, Mr. McKay will resign as CEO of the VEC and as Chair of the Consider Canada City Alliance (CCCA). Invest in Canada is a new federal organization dedicated to attracting global investment while making the process simpler for international businesses to do so. -
Vancouver & B.C. companies Make biggest Splash Yet at PG Connects London
With a highly engaged series of companies from all over British Columbia making several newsworthy announcements, including the launch of a Vancouver-based $10 million fund, the Pocket Gamer Connects London 2018 (PG Connects) conference saw Vancouver and B.C. make its biggest splash yet! -
Asia Pacific Highlights From 2017
Here are a few highlights we were particularly proud of from the Year of the Rooster – some of which we hope will bear fruit in the Year of the Dog. -
Vancouver, British Columbia is back to Level Up at the Biggest Mobile Games Conference in Europe
The Level Up: Vancouver, British Columbia pavilion is back for a third year in LONDON! Jointly organized by the Province of British Columbia, VEC and DigiBC, the pavilion features top studios from the Vancouver, BC region.