Colonies in the Wilderness 1814-1840
The Land Of Yesterday:
(Im putting down paragraphs from my book to here as I want to shorten them in the end, and only gather the important key notes I need)
The history of Canada has always been affected by its geography. Following war of 1812, settlers poured into Upper Canada, attracted by rich and relatively inexpensive farmland. Quebec, then called Lower Canada, continued on its steady course, its economy based on farming practices that had endured for more then two hundred years. Its trading capital, Montreal, attracted Scottish and Amercian entrepreneurs. The maritimes, well-settled and stable were shipbuilding centre and traded with Britain and New England. Newfoundland prospered in its age-old economy based on fish and timber. By 1800 population arose to 16 000(people living along coast of Newfoundland and fished for living.)
In north/west from northern labrador to rocky mountains, the HBC claimed all lands drained by rivers flowing into HB. In competition with HBC, the NWC fought for control of the southern fur trade and trade beyond the Rockies, and set up posts wherever it could. Russians and Americans and even Spanish for a time, claimed the coast of BC. Most immigrants to British and N.A wanted to farm. Fertile soils of Upper canada, and groves of timber-producing hard-woods, were very attractive. Lands closest to the US and to the waterways were most desirable. These were all in the south. North of present-day Barrie, the rocky Canadian Shield was barrier to agriculture. Even the woodlands south of Georgian Bay were often rock-strewn and the climate was not ideal for agriculture. This was an era of few roads, and it often took days to travel 100 km Land just 50 km away from York, Cronwall, or Niagra was considered to be romote.
Main Points:
Immigrants = People settling in a country(new comers)
Entrepreneur = Someone who initiates or finances new commercial enterprises.
(Could I get a simpler definition for this word please?)
Maritimes(Relating to the sea, shipping, sailing in ships, or living and working at the sea.)
Shorter version of the above paragraph)
Geaography has affected history of Canada.
Im trying my hardest to pick out all the main points, but I end up writing the whole thing, I don't know which important information to pick out from here, I don't really understand some parts of the above paragraph, which is why Im trying to put it into a shorter version that I can understand, but it's just not working, I cant put them into my own words:(
Entrepreneur: someone who starts a new business
The basic idea of this paragraph is in the first sentence: Geography has affected Canada's history.
Some immigrants became farmers. Some became businessmen; some became fishermen; some were fur trappers and traders.
Thank you Ms. Sue so much:)
You're very welcome, Sara.
The geography of Canada has always played a significant role in its history. After the War of 1812, many settlers immigrated to Upper Canada, attracted by its fertile and affordable farmland. Quebec, known as Lower Canada at the time, continued its established agricultural practices. Montreal, the trading capital, drew in Scottish and American entrepreneurs. The maritime regions, which were already well-settled, thrived as shipbuilding centers and engaged in trade with Britain and New England. Newfoundland prospered through its traditional economy based on fishing and timber.
In the northwest, the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) claimed all lands drained by rivers flowing into Hudson Bay. The North West Company (NWC) competed with the HBC for control over the southern fur trade and trade beyond the Rocky Mountains, establishing posts wherever possible. Other nations such as Russia, America, and Spain also made territorial claims along the coastline of British Columbia.
Most immigrants to British North America desired to become farmers. The fertile soils of Upper Canada and the timber-rich areas were particularly enticing, especially those closest to the United States and waterways. However, the rocky Canadian Shield region north of present-day Barrie posed challenges to agriculture. Even the woodlands south of Georgian Bay were often characterized by rocky terrain and had a climate less favorable for farming. During this time, transportation was limited, and it took several days to travel just 100 km. Land located only 50 km away from York, Cornwall, or Niagara was considered remote.
Important definitions:
- Immigrants: People who move to a country to settle there.
- Entrepreneur: Someone who starts or finances new business ventures.
- Maritimes: Relating to the sea, shipping, sailing, or living and working near the coast.