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The flag of British Columbia is based upon the shield of the provincial arms of British Columbia. At the top of the flag is a rendition of the Royal Union Flag, defaced in the centre by a crown, while the bottom of the flag features a setting sun over stylized waves, representing British Columbia's connection to the Pacific Ocean and its westernmost location in Canada.
The coat of arms of British Columbia is the heraldic symbol representing the Canadian province of British Columbia. The arms contain symbols reflecting British Columbia's British heritage along with local symbols. At the upper part of the shield is the Union Jack, representing the United Kingdom. The lower portion of the shield features a golden sun setting into the ocean, representing the province's location on the Pacific.
British Columbia is one of the provinces and territories of Canada. Each Canadian province has its own official coat of arms, flag, and a range of provincial symbols reflecting its unique history and geography.
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