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The colony of British Columbia was officially declared on a rainy November day at Fort Langley in 1858.
When the gold rush ignited in the Fraser Canyon, thousands of people arrived from around the world by steamer, mule, some by foot almost overnight.
While most people didn't hit their personal El Dorado, thousands decided to stay and start new lives here.
CBC British Columbia invites you to explore our province's history by taking the B.C. 150 Quiz, reliving moments from CBC Archive's Moments in B.C. History or by exploring the Interactive History Map.
Is your family story connected to significant events like building the railways, planting the first orchards or construction of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam?
Or did a family member help build an important community-based organization, institution or business?
We'd also love to have your photos for our Family Album.
Visit our Links & Resources page to find out what other B.C. organizations, like the Royal B.C. Museum, are doing to celebrate 150 years.
Harbeck film: Vancouver's streets, 1907 and 2007 May 7, 1907: William Harbeck's entire film, shot from a hand-cranked camera on the front of a electric streetcar.
CBC reporter, Ab Douglas, reported the grounding resulted in a 100 mile long oil slick.
Add your family stories and photos to our B.C. Stories and Family Album.
Tell us about B.C. Anniversary events in your community.
The Fleetwood Community Association was established in 1923.
As a component of BC150, the Ministry of Attorney General and the Minister responsible for Multiculturalism is accepting nominations for the new Nesika Awards that recognize exceptional work in bringing B.C.'s diverse cultures together.
V.ca | Harper joins B.C.'s 150th anniversary celebrations
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper, right, and B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell sing happy during B.C.'s 150th Anniversary Celebration in Victoria, Monday August 4, 2008.
VICTORIA -- In between bites of a huge strawberry-covered birthday cake, Prime Minister Stephen Harper participated in celebrations marking British Columbia's 150th anniversary by calling the province a shining light that is helping guide the future of Canada.
Harper was in B.C. for a two-day trip that also included staged photo-ops and barbecues with local supporters, but the prime minister wasn't in the mood to answer questions from reporters about a controversial apology he made during a stop in Surrey, B.C.
Harper apologized Sunday for the 1914 Komagata Maru incident, in which hundreds of Indians seeking a better life in Canada were turned away and, upon returning to Calcutta, many on the ship were killed or jailed.
In Victoria, thousands of people were gathered on the front lawn of the B.C. legislature on a glorious summer day to participate in the province's 150th anniversary celebrations, which included free performances by musicians, Alex Cuba, Colin James, Burton Cummings, Sarah McLachlan and Feist.
Unphased by the disruption, Harper said British Columbia is leading the way on many fronts and is certain the province's next 150 years will be even more productive and fruitful.
B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell said British Columbia is a diverse province that blossomed from its early gold rush frontier days to a modern, free-thinking jurisdiction that cherishes its aboriginal peoples, its pioneering history and its willingness to explore new experiences.
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<150 ans d'histoire de la Colombie-Britannique | Dossiers | Radio-Canada.ca
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Venez fêter le 150e anniversaire de la Colombie-Britannique!
C'est lors d'une journée pluvieuse de novembre 1858, à Fort Langley, que la Colombie-Britannique a été officiellement déclarée colonie.
Venez nous rejoindre pour souligner ce 150e anniversaire et retracer l'histoire riche et variée de notre province!
Les 150 ans d'histoire de la Colombie-Britannique regorgent d'événements plus intéressants les uns que les autres à découvrir.
En 1958, on a fait exploser une formation rocheuse submergée connue sous le nom de Ripple Rock, entre l île de Vancouver et l île Quadra, qui représentait un danger pour la navigation.
Écoutez les capsules historiques diffusées à la Première Chaîne de Radio-Canada pour en savoir plus sur 150 ans de la province.
Une chronologie des événements marquants de la présence francophone en C.-B.
Comment êtes-vous arrivés ici, vous et votre famille?
Une année de festivités Le 150e de la Colombie-Britannique, ça se fête.
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British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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150th Anniversary of British Columbia (2008) In 2008, British Columbia celebrated the 150th anniversary of its designation as a crown colony (strictly speaking, it marks the anniversary of the mainland portion of the province gaining such status).
At the same time, Victoria celebrated the 165th anniversary of its establishment.
On August 4, 2008, the main birthday party took place on the grounds of the legislature in Victoria, with approximately 40,000 people in attendance, along with Premier Gordon Campbell, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and others.
Afterwards, Sarah McLachlan, Burton Cummings, Colin James, and Feist performed for the crowd at a free concert. |
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