Unit 2

Towards Confederation

Lesson 2

How was Confederation finally achieved, and what did Confederation achieve for the Canadian system of government?

The years between 1840 and 1870 were considered the “Golden Age” for some colonies, but the period was not a golden age for everyone.

1. Do you know which groups struggled during this time?
2. Do you know why this time was a golden age for some colonies?