Economy booming in Alberta, B.C. - Miro Cernetig and Fiona Anderson, Vancouver Sun
The deal which comes into effect April 1, 2007, and includes a transition period to April, 2009 promises some major changes on the right of workers to cross the provincial border. Reducing inter-provincial trade barriers has been a long-standing goal among provinces, but B.C. and Alberta have come up with specific details that would make it easier to do business between the provinces or even transfer technical skills without having to undergo the complex, time-consuming and expensive business of re-certification.
'Frankly, it's a groundbreaking agreement for both provinces and the country,' said Campbell. 'It will mean a flow of people and services back and forth across the border without impediment.