InBC Impact
InBC is investing for the future by supporting opportunities that will deliver meaningful and measurable impact for B.C.
Our impact objectives
InBC’s investment decisions are guided by four impact objectives that link to the triple bottom line approach – People, Planet and Profit.
Driving climate action
Investing in solutions towards net-zero emissions and a climate resilient economy.
Advancing reconciliation
Investing in solutions that strengthen partnerships & generate economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples in B.C.
Innovating for the future
Investing in innovations and industries for future economic growth in B.C.
Elevating inclusive communities
Investing in solutions to improve outcomes for under-represented people and communities in B.C.
To guide our assessment of impact and ESG risks, InBC aligns with global frameworks and standards, including the Impact Management Project, UN Principles for Responsible Investing, UN Sustainable Development Goals and Targets, UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), Reconciliation and Responsible Investment Initiative and International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Operating Principles for Impact Management.
For more details on our approach and how we are creating impact, see our investment strategy overview.
InBC investment themes
InBC has defined investment themes that align to each impact objective. This will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary based on changing market needs and conditions.
Driving climate action
Investment areas:
- Affordable and clean energy
- Decarbonization technologies
- Sustainable food and agriculture
- Circular economy
Primary UN SDGs:
Innovating for the future
Investment areas:
- Future of work readiness
- Industry digitization and innovation
- Biotechnology and life sciences
- Sustainable and resilient supply chains
Primary UN SDGs:
Advancing reconciliation
Investment areas:
- Advancing economic opportunities
- Financial access and inclusion
- Indigenous health and well-being
- Indigenous innovation
Primary UN SDGs:
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Elevating inclusive communities
Investment areas:
- Health and well-being for diverse communities
- Care economy
- Inclusive and accessible products / solutions
- Equitable access to quality education
Primary UN SDGs:
