conferences leading to the Confederation

What was the purpose of the Charlottetown Conference?

The Charlottetown Conference was held to discuss a union among the Maritime colonies of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.

Which delegates attended the Charlottetown Conference?

Delegates from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island attended, along with representatives from the Province of Canada.

What was the outcome of the Charlottetown Conference?

The conference resulted in an agreement to reconvene and explore the ideas of confederation.

What was the significance of the Quebec Conference?

The Quebec Conference shifted focus from a Maritime union to a union with Canada, producing the Quebec Resolutions, which served as a blueprint for Confederation.

What does the BNA Act stand for and what did it accomplish?

The BNA Act stands for the British North America Act, which was passed by British Parliament and established Canada as a Dominion.

Which colonies remained independent after the Quebec Conference?

Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland remained independent after the Quebec Conference.