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The Act of Union
The Act of Union merged Upper and Lower Canada into the Province of Canada, creating one government but failing to resolve French and English tensions. I chose this because It united Upper and Lower Canada, setting the stage for Confederation talks. -
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The End of the Seven Years' War
Britain defeated France, gained New France, and signed the Treaty of Paris, reshaping North American colonial control. I chose this because It transferred New France to Britain, shaping Canada's future political and cultural landscape. -
The Quebec Act
The Quebec Act protected French language, religion, and civil law, angering British settlers but ensuring French loyalty to Britain. I chose it because It secured French loyalty, ensuring their role in Canada’s future Confederation framework. -
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The American Revolution
The Thirteen Colonies rebelled against Britain, gained independence, and Loyalist refugees fled to Canada, increasing British presence and tensions. I chose it because It reshaped Canada's demographics and strengthening British North America. -
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Rebellions of 1837–38
Rebellions in Upper and Lower Canada aimed at political reform were suppressed, highlighting the need for constitutional changes. i chose this because the rebellions highlighted dissatisfaction with governance, pushing reforms that eventually led to Confederation discussions. -
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The Crimean War
Britain's involvement in the Crimean War demonstrated weakening imperial power, motivating British North America to seek independence and defence. I chose this because it showed Britain’s declining interest in defending colonies, prompting Canadian leaders to seek unification for stronger defence. -
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The American Civil War
The American Civil War raised fears of U.S. expansion, prompting Canadian leaders to consider a united defense strategy. Which is why i chose it -
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The Quebec Conference
The Quebec Conference of 1864 outlined key terms for Canadian Confederation, defining federal and provincial powers and responsibilities. -
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The London Conference & British North America Act
The London Conference of 1866 finalized Confederation terms, leading to the British North America Act, establishing Canada in 1867. -
economic troubles and railway expansion
Economic struggles, debt, and the need for a transcontinental railway pushed colonies toward Confederation for shared infrastructure and financial support.