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British Columbia Confederation Part 18: The Terms are agreed upon

The terms of union between British Columbia and Canada were finalized in 1870 and formed the basis for B.C.’s entry into Confederation. Key among them was Canada’s promise to build a transcontinental railway within ten years to connect B.C. to the rest of the country. Canada also agreed to take on the colony’s debt, provide an annual subsidy based on population, and maintain existing public services. These generous terms addressed B.C.’s isolation and financial troubles, making union both practical and appealing. The agreement paved the way for B.C. to officially join Canada on July 20, 1871.