History of Canada

By niya.poo
  • John Cabot
    Dec 11, 1497

    John Cabot

    Discovers Newfoundland
  • Jacques Cartier
    Dec 11, 1534

    Jacques Cartier

    First to explore the St.Lawrence River & lays to surrounding land for France; called the "New France".
  • Samuel De Champlain

    Samuel De Champlain

    Establishes 1st permanent French settlement in Canada-Quebec
  • French & Indian War

    French & Indian War

    Great Britian fought France for control of Canadian land & the fur trade
  • Treaty of Paris

    Treaty of Paris

    Gave Britian control of all lands east of the Mississippi River , except for 2 islands
  • Quebec Act

    Quebec Act

    Guarantees the French the right to maintain their culture (language, religion, & traditions)