The Royal Proclamation attempted to protect the Native peoples from uncontrolled white settlement
The Quebec Act of 1774 was intended to reorganize the way these British territories were governed
In 1775 fighting broke out between colonists and the British.
The British finally surrendered to the Americans.
In November of 1837 violence broke out between the supporters of Papineau and the government.
Britain changed its trade policies, and no longer gave preferences to its colonies.
Lord Elgin accepted the decision of the assembly over the Rebellion Losses Bill in the face of opposition from the Chateau Clique, and so established the principle of responsible government.
