The British Columbia provincial flag was adopted in 1960. It
depicts the Union Jack on the top. The bottom shows blue and white
wavy lines topped by a setting sun. The lines represent the
Pacific Ocean (BC's West coast) and the Rocky Mountains (BC's
Eastern border)
The Provincial Flower
The Pacific dogwood was declared British Columbia's provincial flower in
1956. It grows in the Western part of the province, mainly near
streams.
The Provincial Bird
The Steller's Jay was adopted as British Columbia's provincial bird
on December 17, 1987.
It is an omnivore, feeding on eggs, insects, nuts, seeds and acorns.
Each year, breeding pairs lay 2 to 6 eggs.
