Natural Resources and the British Columbia Economy. This paper will examine the evolution of the economy in British Columbia and demonstrate that it is no longer too reliant on its natural resources. Although British Columbia's export of natural resources is important to its economy, the service sector of the economy is increasing at an enormous speed. 14.5 pgs. 29 f/c. 14b. Pages: 14.5 Bibliography: 14 source(s) listed Filename: 2466 British Columbia Economy.doc Price: 129.77