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Why were the french and british interested n colonizing the area of North America that became the US and Canada?
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Why were the french and the british interested in colonizing the area of north America that became the US and Canada?
Because they wanted to explore new land and get more resources. They also thought with all of this material they would become more wealthy. I hope this helped!
Why is the British North America Act important in Canadian history?
Canada was the first country to be created by legislation. The British Parliament passed the British North America Act, thereby creating Canada. Canada owes its very existence as a country to the British North America Act.
1Why were the French and British interested in colonizing the area of North America that became the US and Canada?
Well, the French and the British were travelling to Asia to find an easier way in stead of going around Africa and then facing pirates. They already knew that the world was round OS they sailed to Asia and then landed on land that was known as North America. They wanted to explore and get different resources such as fish and furs. In this way they would become more wealthy for all of the new items that they would have. I hope this helped!
What allowed for Canada by the British north America act of 1867?
Canada got it's independence from the British.
Was Canada originally called british north America?
British North AmericaYes, it was called British North America. This was to designate where we now call Canada. It was called British North America because the British had control over hear and it was to the North of America (It still is). The AcadiansIf you are wondering about the Acadians they lived in where we now call Atlantic Canada but they call Acadia. The Acadians were French Immigrants/Settlers.
What happened when America invaded Canada?
America didn't invade Canada. The British did and the result was the French and Indian war.
Is Colombia and British Columbia the same thing?
No. 'Colombia' is a country in South America. 'British Columbia' is a province of Canada, which is in North America.
What established Canada as a country?
Canada was established by the British North America Actin 1867.
What were some reasons Canada East joined British North America?
Because there where few settlements in the area, and after the revolutionary war the Americans did not want Canada so it joined British North america (I dont think its called British North America)
How many countries made up british north America?
British North America was composed of Canada and the 13 colonies.
What was the British stronghold in North America in 1812?
Canada. Canada was the british stronghold in 1812. Are you dong the Prentice Hall map as well?
What is Canada's original constitution?
British North America Act.
