PREMIER-DESIGNATE Lorne Doerkson said on Tuesday that he had a productive conversation with Prime Minister Mark Carney.
In a post on X, he said: “We are aligned on the need to supercharge our economy, attract investment, and create good-paying jobs. British Columbia has an enormous role to play in driving Canada’s economic future, and we are ready to lead.
“When British Columbia succeeds, Canada succeeds.’
In a statement, Doerkson said that he and Carney in a virtual meeting set out a plan for cooperation in support of BC and Canadian growth.
In the conversation, there was agreement to work together to increase growth and economic opportunities for BC and Canada. On LNG and natural gas, there was a joint desire to ensure the right investable and competitive conditions are created to maximize private sector investment, Doerkson said in a statement.
On investment strategy, there was alignment to work together to attract capital to BC. Overall, the Prime Minister and Premier-designate indicated their joint desire for a strong partnership inclusive of all British Columbians that can supercharge hope and opportunities for the province.
Doerkson offered his commitment to work together on various challenges including managing trade risks and opportunities to ensure prosperity for the country from coast to coast to coast.
There was also alignment on the need for progressing improved infrastructure and services in BC and to work these issues further through the transition and establishment of BC’s new government.
