Research & Analysis

Evidence-based policy for a stronger BC.

Browse our library of reports, policy briefs, and commentary on the issues shaping British Columbia's economic competitiveness.

LabourCampaign

Card Check

How BC workers lose their right to a secret ballot — and why the card check certification process raises serious concerns.

2026View campaign
LabourCampaign

Workers' Rights

BC workers deserve a fair process. Learn how current rules deny workers the democratic right to a secret ballot during unionization.

2026View campaign
Tax PolicyReport

Tax Policy and BC's Investment Climate

British Columbia's tax regime must attract investment and talent while funding quality public services. This report examines BC's corporate, personal, and resource tax structure against competing jurisdictions and identifies reforms to improve competitiveness.

June 2026Read report
Natural ResourcesReport

Responsible Resource Development in British Columbia

BC's natural resources — forestry, mining, LNG, and critical minerals — are foundational to provincial prosperity. This report examines the policy conditions needed to enable responsible development while meeting environmental and Indigenous partnership obligations.

May 2026Read report
EnergyReport

BC's Energy Advantage: Policy for a Competitive Future

Site C and existing hydro capacity position BC uniquely for industrial electrification and clean energy leadership. This report examines BC Hydro policy, industrial rates, and the conditions needed to attract energy-intensive investment.

April 2026Read report
LabourReport

Labour Policy and BC's Competitiveness

BC's labour market policies affect investment decisions, workforce availability, and productivity. This report examines labour law, skills training, immigration pathways, and the policy reforms needed to build a competitive workforce.

March 2026Read report
Fiscal PolicyPolicy Brief

The True Cost of BC's Deficit Spending

A decade of structural deficits has compounded BC's debt obligations. We model three scenarios for fiscal consolidation and their economic impact on growth, employment, and public services.

February 2026Read
HousingPolicy Brief

Zoning Reform and Housing Supply: What the Evidence Shows

Municipalities that liberalized zoning saw measurable increases in housing starts. BC's patchwork approach leaves significant supply gains on the table.

January 2026Read