Lt.-Gov. Janet Austin said the province’s NDP government will introduce legislation in this session on the $500-million InBC Investment Corporation, which will invest in high-growth potential firms to help them scale up and keep talent in the province. Premier John Horgan’s office did not immediately respond to a request for more details. (The Logic)

Talking point: Austin also said the provincial budget, to be tabled April 20, will try to fuel the economy’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic by focusing on affordability, supporting businesses and bridging the digital divide. British Columbia is in the final push of the pandemic, she said, with everyone in the province able to receive a vaccine by the end of June if supplies arrive as scheduled. The speech promised the budget will target help to boost small businesses, especially when it comes to growing and hiring. Austin also said the government will continue to build on progress made in its CleanBC plan, including fostering cleantech innovation.