I live in the Interior of British Columbia.  I often speak with colleagues who work and live in the Lower Mainland.  Most have NO understanding of this province outside of the Lower Mainland. Many have no clue where important towns and cities are located outside of the Lower Mainland. This province definitely exhibits two solitudes when it comes to the economy, social attitudes and politics. Until Lower Mainlanders develop a better understanding about the REST of this province, I don't see attitudes or politics changing.