Awareness of information technology issues is increasing. ISTA is a central agency with recognized responsibility for information and technology management. Government is relatively well positioned in terms of having a shared IT infrastructure. Government s High Tech Strategy serves as an action framework for the province. Government has an information management and information technology strategic framework.
Government recognizes the role technology can play in transforming the economy.
BC is acknowledged nationally as a leader in privacy protection. The public and business community have high connectivity on a national scale. Post secondary institutions are well positioned to provide the training needed for high-tech workers. British Columbians have equitable access to digital telecommunications. BC citizens and businesses have confidence doing business electronically.