Premier David Eby Calls for Reducing Trade Barriers and Expanding Trade Opportunities

Premier David Eby has called for reducing trade barriers between provinces to mitigate the impact of challenges posed by Trump’s tariffs in the new year.

He also suggested exploring trade opportunities with provinces like Ontario, Alberta, and Manitoba, as well as with countries such as the Philippines, Vietnam, and India. Eby stated that this could be a beneficial strategy.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business gave B.C. a B grade for interprovincial trade in a report released in July. The report highlighted that the province's dispute with Alberta over alcohol sales indicates there is still room for improvement in interprovincial trade.

At the same time, Eby said that his government’s first priority when the legislative session begins on February 18 will be to pass the grocery rebate, which would provide $1,000 to families.