Key Issues
What does political deadlock mean?
When 2 equally powerful groups disagree on a political decision.
Peace, order and good gov't.
Fed. and Prov. gov't
Public schools for minorities
Railway bet. Maritimes and interior Canada
English and French official languages
Rep. by Pop.
Rights for minorities.
Ms. G-S' favourite number.
21
Who was excluded from Confederation until 1982?
First Nations
What were the 4 provinces that joined Confederation in 1867?
Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia
Why did some French Canadiens support Confederation?
Why were the Maritime provinces hesitant to join Confederation?
They did not want to pay more taxes, they were also scared that they would lose their independence.
Name of where Ms. G-S grew up.
Papua New Guinea
In 1857, what act did Britain pass that affected the First Nations?
Gradual Civilization Act
Which 2 provinces joined Confederation in 1905?
Alberta, Saskatchewan
Why did some French Canadien leaders NOT support Confederation?
They did not want to be dominated by the British.
How did Canada 'bribe' the Maritimes to join Confederation?
Built a railway.
The city were our federal government is seated.
Ottawa
What did the Gradual Civilization Act say?
First Nations cannot vote unless they give up their culture.
What economic help did BC use to help pay back their borrowed money to build roads and railway?
Gold rush
What are the 6 key issues to Confederation?
1) Political deadlock
2) Rights for French Canadiens
3) Independence for Maritimes
4) American annexation
5) Western Expansion
6) Trade challenges
Which province was scared to join Confederation because they would "lose their identity"
Nova Scotia
When is Ms. G's birthday?
Tomorrow!!
What year did the Gradual Civilization Act last until?
1960
What were 2 economic problems that PEI faced prior to joining Confederation?
Railway building loans/debt.
Rented farmland from owners who lived in Britain.
How would Confederation protect Canada from American annexation?
Establish a big nation to defend itself
Name 3 things that both federal and provincial governments controlled.
Taxes, immigration, agriculture.
When is Canada Day celebrated by many people?
July 1
Who was the First Nations boy we talked about in class? (Think about the pictures from his first day at school).
Thomas Moore
What 2 things did Canada offer NFLD in order to have them join Confederation?
Money for development/help to strengthen economy.
Ferry service between NFLD and Canada's interior.