History of Canada

John Cabot

Jun 24, 1497

Discovers Newfoundland

Jacques Cartier

Jun 9, 1534

First to explore the St. Lawrence River & lays claim to surrounding land for France; called the land "New France"

Samuel de Champlain

Jul 3, 1608

Established the first permanent French settlement in Canada called Quebec

Quebec Act

Jun 22, 1774

Guarantees the French the right to maintain thier culture.

War of 1812

Jun 18, 1812

French and Great Britain work together against the US (who tried to invade Canada)

British North America Act

Jul 1, 1867

Creates a federation union of Canada; 4 provinces were joined by 1 consitution

The Transcontinetal Railroad

Dec 11, 1886

Increased travel from Canada's east to west coast; created new provinces and territories; increased the shipment of goods to the country.