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How British-Columbia get its name?
queen victoria named it British Columbia
Who put the Columbia in British Columbia?
The British Empire gave the name to British Columbia, back when it was a colony of theirs. They wanted to name the colony after the Columbia river, but were afraid if they just called it 'Columbia', people would confuse it with Colombia, which is in South America. So, they put 'British' in front of it.
What is the leaders name for British Columbia?
The current Prime Minister of British Columbia is incumbent Gordon Campbell.
Place name in British Columbia starting with P?
· Prince George is a city in British Columbia, Canada
What name start with B in Victoria?
The British Columbia Aviation Museum is located in Victoria, British Columbia Canada
What is the name of the representative of British Columbia?
Unavailable
How did British Columbia Canada get its name?
British Columbia was named by Queen Victoria in 1858 when the British colony was established. The name reflects the region's location on the western coast of Canada and its historical ties to the British Empire.
What is British Columbias nick name?
British Columbia's nickname is Pacific Province.
What is a name of a place in Canada?
Vancouver, British Columbia
What is the name of the province to the west of Alberta?
british columbia
What is the name of the province to west of Alberta?
British Columbia
How did Langley British Columbia get its name?
becuase of langley
