BC Check-Up: Investment climate shows strength in housing construction, but challenges in economic growth and major projects
"Despite these challenges, residential building investment remained strong, particularly in high density units."
- "Despite these challenges, residential building investment remained strong, particularly in high density units."
- Non-residential building investment reached $7.9 billion, up 6.5 per cent from 2022, with a notable increase in investment in institutional and governmental projects, particularly healthcare facilities.
- However, B.C.’s major project inventory was valued at $373.0 billion in Q3 2023, down 4.2 per cent compared to Q3 2022.
- Prioritizing a clear strategy towards a balanced budget is essential to maintaining the province’s ability to address future challenges.”