New Brunswick

Question 0

What happened during the 1865 election?

Answer 0

Tilley’s opponents said that if they joined Confederation, they would lose control over its own affairs. Tilley’s pro-Confederation party lost the election.

Question 1

In 1865, who was the premier of New Brunswick?

Answer 1

Samuel Leonard Tilley

Question 2

What happened in 1866?

Answer 2

The lieutenant-governor that was appointed by Britain was told to promote Confederation. He pressured the anti-Confederation party into resigning. He then appointed another pro-Confederation government and called another election. Tilley was re-elected. The new assembly voted for Confederation.