Confederation
Why was economic instability a reason for Confederation?
Economic instability made trade very difficult between colonies. Confederation promised a stronger, unified economy & more free trade between provinces.
What year was it when the construction of the Railway began?
It was 1881 when the Construction of the Railway began.
Who ran the Residential Schools?
The Canadian government, primarily churches and paid religious groups.
What is the meaning of “Representation By Population?)
Representation By Population is when if a province has a larger population than another province, then they will have more representatives.
Why did the Fenians attack?
Because the Irish wanted to make sure Ireland kept its independence from Britain.
How did defence concerns play into the push for Confederation?
The colonies feared American expansion and lacked a strong defence, but Confederation enabled them to unite their military resources for greater security.
When was the Canadian Pacific Railway completed?
The Railway was completed in 1885, and it was built to connect Canada East & West.
Why were the Residential Schools invented?
They were created by the Canadian government because they didn’t respect their culture & language.
What is political Deadlock?
Political Deadlock refers to when the government CANNOT pass laws because the other party opposes it.
Did Canadas flimsy Borders get strengthened during & after Confederation?
Yes, Canadas flimsy borders DID get strengthened after Confederation.
What role do Political deadlock have in the provinces of Canada leading to Confederation?
Political Deadlock between the English & French groups stalled governments, so confederation offered a way to resolve disagreements and create a more effective government.
Why were the Indigenous peoples also being mistreated while the Canadian Pacific Railway was being built?
The railway cut through Indigenous lands, which led to some people having to leave their homes.
What were the living conditions like at these horrid “Schools?”
The kids were living in VERY critical conditions, they were enduring sexual, physical, & emotional abuse, not even getting fed and were punished for speaking their native language and were not allowed to see their own siblings or family.
Who was at the London Conference?
1) Canada west & East
2) Nova Scotia
3) Sir John A. McDonald
When did the Fenian Raids start, & end?
1866-1871
Why was the construction of of the Intercontinental Railroad important for Confederation?
Building the intercolonial railway required political cooperation. Confederation made it possible to connect the provinces, improving trade, & transport.
What was the Chinese head tax?
The Chinese Head Tax was a fixed fee (50$ at the time) that made Chinese people pay to enter Canada, while others did NOT have to pay this fee.
What happened to the identity’s of these students?
They were FORBIDDEN to speak their mother tongue, they were given NEW names instead of what their parents gave them. A part of their identity was also stolen and cut, their hair.
Who is John A. McDonald? And what did he do?
Sir John A. McDonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada, he created Confederation. He believed it would grow Canada as a country and stop the political deadlock.
What three major perspectives were not included during Confederation?
1) The Indigenous & immigrant Peoples
2) The Women
3) The younger generation
How did the British encourage/influence Confederation?
Wanted it’s North American colonies to become more self sufficient/independent, so so it encouraged unification to reduce costs & responsibilities for the British Government.
What are 3 advantages the European had over the Chinese workers
1) Better Pay- 1$ to 1.50 more.
2) Softer work areas
3) some were given supplies and gear while the Chinese worker had to PAY for supplies and gear.
When did the last Residential School close?
The last Residential School closed in 1997.
Who created Confederation?
Sir John A. McDonald proposed the idea of Confederation.
About how many Fenians were there? according to the text?