The Great Coalition Flashcards
What was the Great Coalition?
The Great Coalition was a conference held in October 1864 in Quebec City, attended by the provinces of Canada and all the maritime colonies.
How long did the Quebec Conference last?
The Quebec Conference lasted two weeks.
What document was created at the Quebec Conference?
The document created was called the ‘Seventy-Two Resolutions.’
Which was the last country to join Canada?
Newfoundland was the last country to join Canada.
What was the group that ruled Canada called?
The group that ruled Canada was called the ‘Château Clique.’
What was one highlight of the 72 resolutions?
One highlight was the establishment of a strong central government to handle larger affairs like economic development and defense.
What responsibilities were given to the provinces?
Provinces were responsible for handling local affairs and social and cultural issues.
What were the provinces of Canada called?
The provinces of Canada were to be called ‘Ontario’ and ‘Quebec.’
What is the structure of the Federal Parliament?
The Federal Parliament has two law-making houses: the House of Commons (representation by population) and the Senate.
How many members are in the Senate?
The Senate has 24 members.
