 
This map highlights British Columbia’s location on the western edge of Canada, bordered by the North Pacific Ocean to the west and Alberta to the east. The province’s position makes it Canada’s gateway to the Pacific, with strong connections to Asia and the United States. Shown in red for clarity, British Columbia’s placement emphasizes its geographic importance, diverse landscapes, and role as a key hub for trade, travel, and cultural exchange within Canada.
| Fact | Details | 
|---|---|
| Official Name | Province of British Columbia | 
| Capital | Victoria | 
| Largest City | Vancouver | 
| Smallest City (By Population) | Greenwood | 
| Statehood | Entered Confederation on July 20, 1871 | 
| Population | Approximately 5.6 million (2025 estimate) | 
| Area | 944,735 sq km (364,764 sq miles) | 
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone (PT) and Mountain Time Zone (in the northeast) | 
| Highest Mountain Peak | Mount Fairweather (4,663 m / 15,299 ft) | 
| Major Rivers | Fraser River, Columbia River, Peace River, Skeena River | 
| State Tree | Western Red Cedar | 
| State Flower | Pacific Dogwood | 
| State Abbreviation | BC | 
| Borders | Alberta (east), Yukon and Northwest Territories (north), United States (south), Pacific Ocean (west) | 
| State Bird | Steller’s Jay | 
| Drives On | Right |