Report suggests domestic ferry building to counter US tariffs

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What is the main recommendation of the report?

The report recommends that ferries be built in British Columbia rather than purchased from foreign shipyards. This domestic approach is suggested as a way to help the province's economy cope with economic pressures from United States tariffs.

Why was the report commissioned?

A coalition of unions and industry leaders commissioned the report. Its aim is to guide future economic strategy by highlighting the benefits of domestic shipbuilding, rather than to re-examine BC Ferries' past decision to contract with a Chinese shipyard.

What was the previous BC Ferries contract?

BC Ferries previously contracted a Chinese government-owned shipyard to build four vessels. This decision was made approximately 15 months before the report's release and was at least $1 billion cheaper than other bids received.