Multiculturalism

British Columbia is home to more than four million people, and it is the most ethnically diverse province in Canada. Almost 30 per cent of British Columbians immigrated to B.C. from another country. Another five per cent of the population is Aboriginal.

Multiculturalism is a way of life here. Cultural, religious and linguistic diversity is celebrated and the rights of everyone are respected. Our cultural backgrounds might be different, but our goal is the same: to have a successful and enjoyable life in B.C.

Related Resources:

• The WelcomeBC website has a wealth of information and research on cultural diversity in British Columbia. Find out if there are people who speak your language, share your religion or come from the same country in your community.
• Learn how the Province of British Columbia is promoting multiculturalism and eliminating racism on the EmbraceBC website.
• BC People is a unique storytelling project that showcases B.C.’s cultural, racial and ethnic diversity. Watch films, listen to podcasts and meet the real people of British Columbia on the BC People website .
• Read about The Diversity of Visible Minorities and Ethnic Origins in B.C. (download the pdf).