They offer assistance to export-ready firms in British Columbia through local support and their network of international trade and investment representatives, as well as creating and strengthening business contacts through industry-specific trade missions and virtual trade missions. Their services include strategic support, assistance in establishing new enterprises, connecting international buyers with qualified suppliers, and providing international market intelligence and trade leads. British Columbia is a competitive and dynamic business environment with low taxes, competitive operating costs, stable labor conditions, and a multicultural workforce that is well-educated, highly skilled, and productive.