In 2005, we adopted Five Great Goals for the next decade and beyond. We aspired to be the best in health, education, support services, environmental stewardship and job creation. We sought to build new partnerships with First Nations, the federal government and other governments. And we were determined to tackle the challenges of global warming, homelessness, and the inequities that have disadvantaged Aboriginal people.

Those goals continue to guide our government and we are making progress, as you can see at www.gov.bc.ca . Dozens of specific strategies are readily available. As we reach towards that vision, the strength of our economy and our ability to fund those priorities all comes down to one word: CONFIDENCE.

Confidence and stability are critical to our economic strength and prosperity. This Platform outlines Six Pillars for a Strong BC that will continue to build confidence, that will attract new investment, create new jobs and generate the opportunities and revenue we need to achieve our great goals.

Our Platform builds on the strong foundation we have created together to help our province realize its full potential and make the most of its advantages, for our families and our communities. Our goals are clear and our way forward is working. This Platform highlights our plan for new progress.