Opinion: This would be an early win for B.C.’s new government
Financial Post ·
Bids on provincial construction projects are restricted to unionized firms. Opening up bidding would reduce costs and shorten timelines
British Columbia ’s election campaign made one thing clear: the province’s new government needs to pull the emergency brake on spending. It’s facing a $13-billion deficit , high taxes and delayed infrastructure projects — self-inflicted wounds courtesy the previous government. The road back to financial security will not be easy. But a first step could be. The province’s new Conservative government should follow up quickly on one of its platform promises and allow for fair and open tendering on all major public infrastructure. Read More