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The Ohio Valley
In 1763 the British gained control of the Ohio Valley. The French no longer had control of the valley; this means the British has all of the resources contributed with it. -
Pontiac’s Resistance
Pontiac’s Resistance was the most successful First Nation resistance, started in 1763. The victories of Pontiac’s Resistance led to the British recognizing First Nation rights. -
The Royal Proclamation
The Royal Proclamation granted the First Nation rights to reserves. The British issued the proclamation, this directly affected the Frist Nation because it gave them land. -
Governorship of James Murray
James Murray was the first civil governor of Quebec in 1763. James Murray allowed French law and customs in court, this alienated English speaking merchants. -
Governorship of Guy Carleton
Guy Carleton was responsible for the Quebec Act. Guy Carleton successfully reconciled the French and British. -
The Quebec Act
The Quebec Act created a permanent administration in Canada. This gave the French religious freedom. This was to try to persuade the French into giving loyalty to Britain instead of America. -
Discontent in the 13 Colonies
The British expected the American colonies to pay more taxes. The Americans did not see the need to have soldiers stationed at the colonies after the war was over. -
American War of Independence
The American War of Independence started in 1775, American forces attacked Quebec. The Americans believed that taking Quebec would help them gain support, however the attack failed. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was the official peace treaty between the British and the Americans. The treaty gave the Americans land rights, along with the Natives.