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Immigration backlog barrier to economic growth and business investment, survey finds 

At a time when over a million job openings remain unfilled in Canada and more than two million future Canadians are waiting for their immigration applications to be processed, a new survey of Canada’s largest employers underscores the critical importance […]

Canadian and Korean business leaders forge new partnership

Seoul, Republic of Korea – The Business Council of Canada (BCC) and the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) today announced a new strategic partnership to connect business leaders from both their countries, promote bilateral economic ties, and enhance co-operation as […]

Business Council welcomes Louise Blais as Senior Special Advisor 

The Business Council of Canada is pleased to welcome former Canadian ambassador Louise Blais as senior special advisor. Louise will draw on her vast diplomatic experience to provide advice and insight on international affairs and the Canada-U.S. relationship.  Louise was […]

Federal budget points in the right direction but there’s a long road ahead

The 2022 federal budget recognizes the need for fiscal restraint and stronger economic growth, but the proof will be in the execution, the Business Council of Canada says. “There’s a lot in this budget to like, including new measures to […]

Canadian business leaders embark on a mission to Washington

Ottawa, March 18, 2022 – At a time when U.S. policymakers are looking to secure more resilient and reliable supply chains, a delegation of Canadian business leaders will be in Washington, D.C. next week for high-level talks with industry and government.   […]

Canada’s leading companies are finding innovative ways to identify and develop skilled talent

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on Canada’s businesses, workers, and the economy over the past two years, adding to ongoing technological and demographic shifts and an increasing demand for skilled workers. The country’s leading employers, though, are […]

Budget 2022 must inspire hope and spur long-term growth

With the Omicron wave subsiding and the economy once again opening up, Canadians are looking to the federal government for hope and direction. In a pre-budget letter to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, Goldy Hyder, President and CEO […]

Welcoming Victor Dodig as our new Chair, and committing to pursuing sustainable, inclusive economic growth

Victor Dodig has been elected Chair of the Business Council of Canada (BCC), composed of 170 chief executives and entrepreneurs of the country’s leading employers. He begins his three-year term at a critical time, as Canadians work to repair the […]

Recognizing Susan Scotti for her invaluable contribution to the BCC

January 21, 2022, Ottawa – The Business Council of Canada today marked the retirement of Executive Vice President Susan Scotti, recognizing her invaluable contribution to the Council, the national business community and Canada.   “Since joining the Business Council in 2011, […]

Business leaders discuss Canada’s clean growth challenges and opportunities

Toronto, January 13, 2022 – Canada has committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Getting there will require trillions of dollars of investment, significant changes in consumer behaviour and a national strategy to guide the transition toward a cleaner […]