The Seigneurial System and Indigenous Relations

A land distribution system in New France that granted long, rectangular lots of land along rivers for agricultural use, transportation, and irrigation.

An economic theory where a country's power is measured by its gold supply, favoring exports over imports and exploiting colonies for raw resources and markets.

The fur trade became a major economic staple in New France, relying on Indigenous peoples for hunting and delivering furs.

A French chartered company formed in 1627 to monopolize the fur trade in New France, promising settlers and money in exchange.

The Church played a significant role in New France, offering religious missions, support for the needy, hospitals, education, and record-keeping.

Founders of Ville-Marie (Montreal), a religious settlement aiming to spread Christianity.

Primarily focused on the fur trade, New France relied heavily on France for survival, resulting in slow population growth and demographic imbalances.

King Louis XIV took direct control of New France in 1663 to increase its population and rival British colonies, establishing key positions like Bishop, Intendant, and Governor.

The first Intendant of New France in 1665, focusing on population growth through immigration programs, incentives, and encouraging early marriage.

A program to encourage settlement in New France by sending young, single women to marry French settlers.

The process of claiming land and establishing colonies for the benefit of the mother country.

A territory ruled by another state that exploits its resources.

A state possessing colonies or territories outside its own territory, benefiting from their resources.

A type of colony focused on exploiting resources and trading with the local population, with temporary European residents.

A type of colony where European settlers permanently reside, aiming to exploit resources and establish a new society.

Key explorer and founder of Quebec City in 1608, recognizing the potential of the fur trade.

The first permanent French settlement in New France, built by Champlain in 1608, solidifying trade with Indigenous peoples.

A system of trade between France, New France, and the Antilles, involving raw goods from colonies to France for manufacturing, and manufactured goods back to the colonies.

French exploration and land claims to bolster alliances with Indigenous groups, acquire resources, and secure territory before the English.

The Iroquois Confederacy's escalation into war led to loss of land for the French, a decrease in their population, and increased dependence on France.

Harsh winters, Iroquois attacks, distance from France, and difficulty attracting settlers contributed to slow population growth.

Individuals like Champlain, Talon, and the founders of Ville-Marie (Montreal), played a key role in shaping New France.

Defense was a priority for the Royal Government, including the establishment of a militia and reinforcement by the Carignan-Salières regiment in 1665.

Jean Talon's efforts to diversify the economy included promoting agriculture, new industries, and attracting more settlers.

The practice of France claiming and controlling territories in North America like New France, exploiting resources and establishing settlements for their benefit.