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Day: 20 July 2026

Britannia Beach and Squamish: Mining Heritage of the Sea to Sky Region

Britannia Beach and Squamish: Mining Heritage of the Sea to Sky Region

The Sea to Sky corridor is known today for its mountains, coastal scenery and outdoor recreation, but its modern identity was also shaped by an important industrial past. Britannia Beach and Squamish developed within a region where geography, natural resources and transportation strongly influenced settlement. Copper mining at Britannia became one of the most significant…

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