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Battle of the Plains of Abraham
The British defeated the French and took control over their land as a British colony. -
Royal Proclamation is Decreed
The Royal Proclamation of 1763 was a document detailing the rights and freedoms of the Aboriginal peoples in the lands which had just been gained by Britain at that time. -
Quebec Act is passed
An Act is passed by the British that gives the French certain rights to their culture, as well as expanded Quebec boundaries. Was passed to appease the conquered French. -
American War of Independence
The Americans want to sever all ties with the British Crown, and thus fight for it. -
War of 1812
Americans attempt to invade the Canadas, but neither side really wins or loses, efforts to invade Canada fail and America-threatening expansions are ceased. -
Rebellions Brood
With mounting political tensions in Upper and Lower Canada, many are refusing to further tolerate a non-responsible government and rebel. Both rebellions are quashed, however. -
Lord Durham's Report Published
Lord Durham has writeen a report detailing the political situations of the British Colonies, and his recommendation that the colonies adopt a Responsible Government system as opposed to the appointed Family Compact system inspires many. -
Act of Union is Passed
The Act of Union is written and decress that the two Canadas be united into one entity. -
Baldwin-LaFontaine Coalition
The two politicians began working together with the gioal of uniting English and French peoples in the colonies. The bulk of their wrk was done from 1842-1843 -
Queebc Conference
The Quebec Conference is attended by politicians from all across British North America, to debate and decide if they should unite. -
Canada Confederates into a Nation
Most of the colonies converge to become the first incarnation of Canada. John A. MacDonald is the first Prime Minister in the Responsible Government.
