B.C. businesses have a new online tool to help them be ready to tap into the generational opportunities that will be driven by the Liquefied Natural Gas industry. The registry and tool at LNGBuyBC.ca was launched in November so companies large and small can be ready and profile their goods and services to proponents and their contractors when the first final investment decision is reached.

Businesses create online profiles in the LNG-Buy BC online tool that makes their specialties, their certifications, and their contact information available to other registered businesses to help them grow networks, develop new partnerships and secure new business opportunities. There are no limits to the number or types of businesses that can create profiles and connect with opportunities through the website.

So far more than 300 companies, 25 of them Aboriginal owned, have pre-registered in the tool, and are offering a range of services including accommodation and catering services, construction expertise, and finance and insurance.

The tool will eventually serve multiple sectors and support B.C businesses of all sizes in entering and competing in global supply chains.