British Columbia Geology: Lecture and Video Documentary

British Columbia has a unique geology that both supports and limits its development. This is a result of the forces of plate tectonics and the physical structure of the earth. The Ice Age and glaciers have greatly affected the entire provincial landscape.

This video documentary explains and describes the basics of the geology of British Columbia and the west coast of Canada and North America. Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks are spread across the map of B.C. as a result of the movement of tectonic plates.

Mining, metals, minerals, gems, gemstones, oil and gas are important to the British Columbia economy and jobs. This lecture on the geological history of Canada and North America gives insights into the enormous time scale of eras as well as the latest Ice Age and glaciation. It covers the bedrock and terranes of the province

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Sam Sullivan is a Member of the Order of Canada, a former Mayor of Vancouver and Cabinet Minister in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia representing Vancouver-False Creek.

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