British Columbia Day: The Story Behind Canada’s Pacific Province
Join the Canada History Society as we explore the remarkable story of how British Columbia became part of Canada. From Indigenous societies and the arrival of European explorers to the gold rush, the Alaska Purchase, and the Confederation debates, this short video traces the events that led British Columbia to join Canada on July 20, 1871. Celebrate BC Day by discovering the people, decisions, and vision that helped shape Canada’s western province and its place in our national story.
