The Vancouver Island Regional Supply Chain Study highlights key challenges and opportunities to boost economic resilience. From infrastructure gaps to high costs, businesses face obstacles—but there’s a clear path forward.

Key Recommendations:

• Upgrade Infrastructure – Improve roads, expand short-sea shipping, and enhance connectivity.
• Boost Visibility – Use digital tools for real-time tracking and smarter logistics.
• Support Local – Build e-commerce platforms and help small businesses grow.
• Encourage Collaboration – Create industry clusters to share resources and strengthen supply chains.
• Diversify – Invest in the blue economy, aviation, and value-added manufacturing.
• Increase Resilience – Develop distribution centres and risk management plans.

See the Executive Summary and Full Study Report. We are working with our partners to look at the priorities and move forward with next steps to improve our supply chain on the Island.  

With thanks to the Ministry of Transportation & Transit and the Island Coastal Economic Trust for the study support.