Victoria is the capital city in the province of British Columbia and is the oldest city in Western Canada. The area was home to several communities of Coast Salish peoples, including the Songhees before being settled during the 1700's. Its name was selected in honor of Queen Victoria, and when the crown Colony of Victoria Island was created during the year 1849, the town was planned on the site and became the capital of the colony. Songhee's village was later transferred to Esquimalt. For most of the 19th century, Victoria became one of the biggest city in British Columbia, and became amongst the leading trade and commerce players in the country. However, with the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway terminus on Burrard Inlet, the City of Victoria became British Columbia's commercial hub. During the 20th century, Victoria transformed into a city of retirement, tourism and government...