Category: British Columbia

The Colony of British Columbia (1858–1866) was subsequently founded by Richard Clement Moody, and by the Royal Engineers, Columbia Detachment, in response to the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush. Moody selected the site for and founded the mainland colony’s capital New Westminster. Who made British Columbia? The central region was given the name of “New Caledonia” […]

Most people in B.C. speak English at home. After English, the most common languages spoken at home are Cantonese and Mandarin, Punjabi, German, Tagalog, French, Korean, Spanish, and Farsi. Do people in British Columbia have an accent? Canadian English varies very little from Central Canada to British Columbia. But, some noticeably different accents can be […]

Ethnic groups include the Haida, Coast Salish, Kwakwaka’wakw, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Nisga’a and other examples of the Pacific Northwest Coast cultures, and also various Interior Salish and Athapaskan peoples, and also the Ktunaxa. What Native American tribes lived in British Columbia? Today, there are approximately 200,000 Indigenous people in British Columbia. They include First Nations, Inuit […]

Knowledge of official languages, British Columbia, 2011 and 2016 Language 2016 Number Percent Total 4,598,415 100 English 4,127,775 89.8 French 1,805 0.0 Do they speak English in British Columbia? Most people in B.C. speak English at home. After English, the most common languages spoken at home are Cantonese and Mandarin, Punjabi, German, Tagalog, French, Korean, […]

Protected by the mountains and warmed by the Pacific ocean currents, Vancouver is one of the warmest cities in Canada. Why British Columbia is so hot? Climate change connection B.C. is experiencing higher annual summer temperatures and more extremely hot days due to climate change. Western Canada is already on average one to two degrees […]

Top Demand Trades Labour Market Outlook 2021 – Top Trades Occupations Job Openings 2021-2031 Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers 6,620 Construction trades helpers and labourers 6,340 Hairstylists and barbers 6,070 Carpenters 5,830 Which job is the best in British Columbia? Best jobs in British Columbia Clinical Services Lead- Salmon Arm. […]

British Columbia is a diverse province that really does has something for everyone. Remote islands, award-winning wine regions, amazing cities, outdoor adventures, and world-class ski resorts are all on offer in British Columbia. What is so great about British Columbia? British Columbia is perhaps the most beautiful province in Canada, thanks in part to its […]

British Columbia is often considered the best province in Canada for immigrants looking for outdoor adventures and milder temperatures. British Columba’s most popular city is Vancouver. Located on the Pacific coast of Canada, Vancouver boasts stunning ocean and mountain views. Is British Columbia is a good place to live? British Columbia is one of the […]

Summer is the most popular time to visit and travel throughout British Columbia. Long, sunny days make it easy to enjoy the outdoor playground of British Columbia for active adventures like hiking, biking, surfing, camping, music and cultural festivals, and relaxing road trips. Is it worth going to British Columbia? British Columbia is a must-visit […]

There isn’t much difference between British Columbia and Ontario regarding livability. Both are expensive to live in, have an efficient transport system, strong economies, a beautiful environment, and are family-friendly. But BC edges Ontario as the more livable place due to higher living standards. Is it better to live in Ontario or British Columbia? BC […]