The Pacific Northwest, defined as an area that includes part of the northwest coast of the United States and the Canadian province of British Columbia, is home to a highly diverse populace, which is reflected in the historical and continuing development of the dialect.
The Pacific Northwest is defined as an area that includes the American states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and parts of Montana and Alaska, and the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is home to a highly diverse populace, which is reflected in the historical and continuing development of the dialect.