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Established a basis of government in North American territories ceded to Britain after Seven Years War, and defined a large area as a native reserve.
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Enlarged boundaries of Quebec, guaranteed religious freedom, restored French civil law and British criminal law.
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Created Canada based on British parliamentary system, outlined the distribution of powers in government.
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Clarified the powers of commonwealth dominions. It guaranteed them full legal freedom, providing greater autonomy.
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Called by the PQ, defeated by a 60% 'no' vote. This caused constitutional talks to resume.
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The Liberals patriated the Constitution from the UK. Quebec still didn’t sign on.
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Would grant distinct society status to Quebec, guarantee 3 Quebec supreme court judges, allow provinces a constitutional veto, option to opt out of federal social programs, and play a greater role in immigration policy. Was defeated by Elijah Harper in Manitoba, and Newfoundland.
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All that was in Meech Lake Accord, as well as self government for aboriginals, senate reform, strengthen equality, recognition of group rights, and Quebec would get at least 25% of the seats in the House of Commons. 54% voted against it.
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Quebec tried separating again after the two accords failed, so they voted and 50.58% voted no.
