Theodore Davie was a Canadian politician and lawyer who served as the Premier of British Columbia from 1892 to 1895. He was the leader of the Liberal Party and was the seventh premier of the province. During his tenure as premier, Davie introduced a number of important reforms, including measures to improve the province's education system and to expand the railway network in the region. He also worked to promote the development of the province's mining and fisheries industries. He died on November 28, 1907

Some of the most notable initiatives he pursued include:

• Education reform: Davie introduced a number of measures to improve the education system in the province. He established a system of free public schools, and worked to improve the qualifications of teachers. He also introduced legislation to create a provincial university.
• Railway expansion: Davie worked to promote the expansion of the railway network in the province. This included the construction of the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway, which connected Victoria to the mainland.
• Resource development: Davie supported the development of the province's mining and fisheries industries. He worked to attract investment and encourage the growth of these sectors.
• Land policies: He had a strong stance on land policies, promoting the interest of settlers and the government.
• Chinese head tax: Davie government introduced Chinese head tax, it was a fee of $50 that Chinese immigrants had to pay to enter Canada.

• The founding of the University of British Columbia: In 1890, Davie introduced legislation to create a provincial university, and the University of British Columbia was founded in 1908, after his tenure.
• Completion of the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway: During his tenure, Davie helped to promote the construction of the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway, which connected Victoria to the mainland. The railway was completed in 1886.
• The prohibition of alcohol in British Columbia: During his tenure, Davie government introduced a prohibition of alcohol in British Columbia in 1892, however, it was rescinded the next year.
• Chinese head tax: As mentioned earlier, Davie government introduced Chinese head tax in 1885, which imposed a fee of $50 on Chinese immigrants entering British Columbia. This law was in place until 1923.
• The Fishermen's Strike of 1894: Fishermen in British Columbia went on strike in 1894, protesting low prices for their catch and demanding better working conditions. Davie government handled the situation with a combination of force and concessions, which didn't resulted in a clear victory or defeat for either side.