Confusing Part Flashcards
(13 cards)
Why is the battle of Vimy Ridge important
Canadian corps secured its reputation for valour and bravery
Who were the United Empire Loyalists
Settlers who came to Canada from the United states during the American Revolution
Who were the Voyagers
Montreal based traders who travelled by canoe
Who are the Metis
A distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry
Who do Canadians vote for in a federal elections
The candidate they want to represent them in Parliament
Who do members of Parliament represent
Everyone who lives in his or her electoral district
Who are the Acadians
The descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604
NAFTA
North American Free Trade Agreement
Which four provinces first formed Confederation
Ontario
Quebec
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Why is the Constitutional Act 1982 important to Canadian History
It allows us to change our constitution without asking the British government for approval
Which Act granted for the first time in Canada, legislative assemblies elected by the people
Constitutional act 1791
What is the Canadian Constitution
Canada’s constitution is the system of laws and conventions by which our country governs itself
What is the tower in the centre of the Parliament buildings called
Peace tower
