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Tech & Innovation platforms

Here's what the 2020 BC election parties are promising.

BC NDP
  • Make targeted investments in high-potential, innovative businesses based in BC.
  • Introduce a First Patent Program to provide eligible businesses with a rebate on expenses that lead to obtaining their first patent.
  • Create 2,000 new tech-relevant spaces in public post-secondary.

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We'll create 2,000 new tech-relevant spaces in public post-secondary institutions, provide start-ups with more ISI grants to hire new grads - with a priority on placements for women, Indigenous people, transitioning workers and others - and expand scholarships for people using online courses for necessary skill upgrades.

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BC Liberals
  • Expand measures to increase access to capital and investment for the tech sector and new start-ups.
  • Ensure a competitive business environment.

BC Greens
  • Establish a $1B strategic investment fund to support innovation, with an emphasis on a 0-carbon economy.
  • Partner in innovation clusters in areas where BC has strategic advantage.

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