British Columbia's economy will be a key focus for politicians as they return to the legislature for the spring sitting.
Premier David Eby says economists are predicating a “global slowdown and potentially recession” and his government is focused on keeping the economy strong by building trade relationships and supporting businesses.
The session starts with a speech from the throne today, which Eby says will outline the government's key priorities of health care, housing, public safety and the economy.He'll be travelling to Ottawa where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is hosting a first ministers' meeting to try to work out an agreement with the provinces and territories for increased funding for health care.
B.C. house leader Ravi Kahlon says the government has plans to introduce more than two dozen pieces of legislation during the session, which is set to conclude in May.
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