8 Questions
When did the British North America Act come into effect?
July 1, 1867
Which of the following was NOT one of the original four provinces of Canada?
Manitoba
Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
John A. Macdonald
What was the main purpose of the Charlottetown Conference?
To lead to the formation of the Dominion of Canada
When did Newfoundland and Labrador join Canada?
1949
What was the outcome of the Confederation process?
The creation of a unified Canadian government
What was the main role of the London Conference?
To finalize the terms of Confederation
Who played a crucial role in the Confederation process from Quebec?
George-Étienne Cartier
Study Notes
Background
- Canada Confederation refers to the process by which the British North American colonies united to form the Dominion of Canada.
- This process began in the mid-19th century and continued until 1949, when Newfoundland and Labrador joined Canada.
British North America Act (1867)
- Signed on July 1, 1867, by Queen Victoria
- Created the Dominion of Canada, comprising four provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick
- Established the federal system of government, with powers divided between the federal government and the provinces
- Defined the role of the monarchy, the governor general, and the prime minister
Provinces and Territories
- Original four provinces (1867):
- Ontario
- Quebec
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Later additions:
- Manitoba (1870)
- British Columbia (1871)
- Prince Edward Island (1873)
- Yukon (1898)
- Northwest Territories (1870)
- Alberta and Saskatchewan (1905)
- Newfoundland and Labrador (1949)
Key Figures
- John A. Macdonald: First Prime Minister of Canada (1867-1873, 1878-1891)
- George Brown: Key figure in the formation of the Dominion of Canada
- George-Étienne Cartier: Quebec politician who played a crucial role in the Confederation process
- Thomas D'Arcy McGee: Irish-Canadian politician who contributed to the formation of the Dominion of Canada
Key Events
- Charlottetown Conference (1864): Meetings that led to the formation of the Dominion of Canada
- Quebec Conference (1864): Finalized the terms of Confederation
- London Conference (1866): Finalized the British North America Act
Consequences
- Creation of a unified Canadian government
- Establishment of a federal system of government
- Expansion of Canada through the addition of new provinces and territories
- Development of a distinct Canadian identity
Canada Confederation
- Process began in mid-19th century, completed in 1949 with Newfoundland and Labrador joining Canada
British North America Act (1867)
- Signed by Queen Victoria on July 1, 1867
- Created Dominion of Canada, comprising four provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick
- Established federal system of government, dividing powers between federal government and provinces
- Defined roles of monarchy, governor general, and prime minister
Provinces and Territories
- Original four provinces (1867): Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick
- Later additions: Manitoba (1870), British Columbia (1871), Prince Edward Island (1873), Yukon (1898), Northwest Territories (1870), Alberta and Saskatchewan (1905), and Newfoundland and Labrador (1949)
Key Figures
- John A. Macdonald: First Prime Minister of Canada (1867-1873, 1878-1891)
- George Brown: Key figure in forming Dominion of Canada
- George-Étienne Cartier: Quebec politician crucial to Confederation process
- Thomas D'Arcy McGee: Irish-Canadian politician who contributed to forming Dominion of Canada
Key Events
- Charlottetown Conference (1864): Led to formation of Dominion of Canada
- Quebec Conference (1864): Finalized terms of Confederation
- London Conference (1866): Finalized British North America Act
Consequences
- Unified Canadian government created
- Federal system of government established
- Canada expanded through new provinces and territories
- Distinct Canadian identity developed
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