The British Columbia Coat Of Arms

The B.C. coat of arms is said to be a representation of provincial sovereignty. At the base of the crest, is a representation of the provincial flag. The flag is laced in blue wavy lines - meant to represent the Ocean - and a depiction of the sun placed directly dead centre; the sun itself is believed to represent the idea of an ongoing prosperity throughout the whole reigon. Directly above the flag, is the British Union Jack, a symbol that recognizes Canadian ties to the ideals of the Commonwealth and our colonial origin. And a top of the crest, stands the Royal Crown, a representation of provincial sovereignty under the blessing of the Crown of England.On opposite sides of the crest, we see two animals being depicted; a male stag on the left and a ram on the right - two of the great provincial animals of the reigon. Together, these animals are meant to represent the unity of the two colonies of both Vancouver Island and the mainland. Blanketing the base of the coat itself, lays a wreath of Pacific dogwood's, the provincial flower of British Columbia.
For actual depiction of the British Columbia Coat Of Arms see: http://www.protocol.gov.bc.ca/