Although Britannia was an isolated community that could only be accessed by boat, life in both of its towns was never dull. Facilities included libraries, clubrooms, billiard rooms, swimming pools, tennis courts, a roller-skating rink and a bowling alley. A thriving social calendar saw sporting events, theatrical productions, dances, movies and parties held throughout the year.
By 1929, the Britannia Mines were the largest copper producer in the then British Empire. Over the next 10 years, the first zinc was extracted and sold and later lead was also produced. Gold, silver and cadmium were also extracted. Copper prices rose again during World War II leading to even greater profits.
In 1946, the Britannia Mines unionized and suffered a major labour strike. In 1956, the railway was completed from Squamish to North Vancouver, and two years later the Sea to Sky Highway was completed.
