How did Canada become part of the British empire?

Answer 1

Canada became a country by the battle in the plains of Abraham and the war of 1812 the war was actually fought between Canada and the us. Canada was brave enough to expect the war and unfortunately the us crossed the boarder with out permission and Canada had a Chance to but the Canadian soldiers was bold enough not to . but after the war the Governor thought that Canada had really become independent and was ready to take on the position of becoming a independent country . but the war of 1812 and the battle in the plains of Abraham was just the event that led Canada to become a country . but the real event was the confederation or in other words the British signed the papers and it was final.

It's tough to say when Canada really did become its own independent country. Although, technically it happened in 1867, when Britain signed the constitution act, releasing Canada from British rule, the country was not really recognized as independent for some 100 years later. Canada went through a lot of changes, with WWI/II, and accepting provinces into its range. A defining moment for Canada's independence, however, is the battle of Vimy Ridge, in which 4 Canadian corps defeated a German stronghold. 4 Victoria crosses were handed out to four Canadian soldiers as a result of that victory. There is a quote from one of the Canadians in that battle that goes something to the effect of "We went up the hill British Soldiers, and came down Canadians"

Important correction: The battle of the Plains of Abraham (located just outside Quebec City), was fought on September 13 1759 between the British and the French. The US did not exist yet. It was a battle within the larger conflict known as the Seven Years War, but popularly referred to as the French and Indian war in US history. There were Americans in the battle as 6 companies of American Rangers fought with the British. There were Canadians in the battle as well, but they were part of the French force. It was a decisive battle because it set the stage for British dominance in what would eventually become Canada.

Answer 2

England captured Canada from France in the French and Indian War (called the 7 years war in Europe).

Answer 3

Very Good question! It became part of the British Empire when the French lost Quebec from English. It officially became part when the French and Indian war was over in 1763.

Answer 4

Because it was colonised by the British. Canada is still a member of the British Commonwealth and has Queen Elizabeth II as its Head of State.

Answer 5

i have no clue