British Columbia has the most mountains and Canada's only desert, rainforest, and rare animals. About 25 % of B.C is covered in lakes and rivers and it supply's Canada's freshwater. Since 1858 and 1860, mining has been a big part of B.C. When gold was discovered in the Fraser River, population of B.C rose quickly. Originally many people were attracted to fish and furs but the main industries today is natural resources, shipping and tourism. B.C's mountains are rich in minerals such as copper, silver, gold and zinc. Also Coal brings most of the money to B.C. Coal mines are located in the Rocky Mountains and around the Peace River. Tow- thirds of B.C is covered in forests and it is Canada's largest exporter of lumber. From the seas, B. C people are able to capture Pacific Salmons . Comparing to the past, many fishermen are capturing salmons and the salmon farming is rising. Main agricultural region is in the south of B.C. The soil here is rich to grow fruits and vegetables. There are many farms for dairy, flower, berry, and vegetables. From having amny lakes, river and waterfalls, the power is created to make hydroelectric power. B.C is the third most popular place in North America in making movies. There are over 30,000 people who are working in the movie industry.
Royal British Columbia Museum
In the museum there are exhibitions of the vikings and some galleries of
675 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8W 9W2
In the museum there are exhibitions of the vikings and some galleries of
- Natural History
- First peoples
- Modern History
- BC Archives
- Cultural Precinct
- Native Plant Garden
675 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8W 9W2
Canada Place
Canada Place opened in 1986 to welcome people from around the world for Canadian experiences. Visit Canada Place to see the iconic five white sails, the mountain and ocean sights, and learn about Canada's Five Foundations and also explore the War of 1812 exhibit.
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4
Canada Place opened in 1986 to welcome people from around the world for Canadian experiences. Visit Canada Place to see the iconic five white sails, the mountain and ocean sights, and learn about Canada's Five Foundations and also explore the War of 1812 exhibit.
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4
Fort Langley National Historic Site
Fort Langley is known as the birthplace of British Columbia. Explore the historic village to discover how the province started as British crown colony 150 years ago. There are historic and heritage sites, museums, shops, wine tours, and parks. The fort was originally found in 1827 by the Hudson's Bay Company as a fur trading post. Visit to see Fort Langley's preserved historic significance.
23433 Mavis Ave, Langley, BC V1M 2R5 Canada
Fort Langley is known as the birthplace of British Columbia. Explore the historic village to discover how the province started as British crown colony 150 years ago. There are historic and heritage sites, museums, shops, wine tours, and parks. The fort was originally found in 1827 by the Hudson's Bay Company as a fur trading post. Visit to see Fort Langley's preserved historic significance.
23433 Mavis Ave, Langley, BC V1M 2R5 Canada
Maps and Routes
Royal British Columbia Museum
to Canada Place Driving directions to Canada Place, 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4 675 Belleville St Victoria, BC V8W 9W2 1. Head east on Belleville St toward Douglas St/BC-1 N 2. Continue onto Blanshard St/Patricia Bay Hwy 3. Turn right to stay on Blanshard St/Patricia Bay Hwy Continue to follow Patricia Bay Hwy 4. Turn right onto Ferry Ramp 5. Take the Swartz Bay, BC - Tsawwassen, BC ferry 6. Continue straight onto Ferry Ramp 7. Turn right to stay on Ferry Ramp 8. Continue onto BC-17 9. Take the ramp onto BC-17A 10. Merge onto BC-99 N via the ramp to Richmond/Vancouver 11. Continue onto Oak St 12. Turn left onto Park Dr 13. Turn right onto Granville St/BC-99 N 14. Keep right to continue on Granville Bridge/BC-99 N, follow signs for Nanaimo & Gibsons/Whistler Continue to follow BC-99 N 15. Continue onto Seymour St 16. Turn left onto W Cordova St 17. Turn right onto Howe St 18. Slight left onto Canada Pl Destination will be on the right Canada Place 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4 |
Canada Place
to Fort Langley National Historic Site Driving directions to 23433 Mavis Ave, Langley, BC V1M 3R5 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4 1. Head southeast on Canada Pl toward Howe St 2. Slight right onto Howe St 3. Turn left onto W Cordova St 4. Turn right onto Hawks Ave 5. Take the 1st left onto E Hastings St 6. Slight right onto the BC-1 E/Trans Canada Highway ramp 7. Merge onto BC-1 E/Trans-Canada Hwy Partial toll road 8. Take exit 58 for 200 Street N 9. Slight left onto 200 St 10. Turn right onto 88 Ave E 11. Turn left onto Glover Rd 12. Turn right onto Fort-to-Fort Trail/Mavis Ave Destination will be on the left 23433 Mavis Ave Langley, BC V1M 3R5 |