Confederation of British North America

The Confederation of British North America was the process in 1867 by which several British colonies—mainly Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia—joined together to create the nation of Canada. This union aimed to improve defense, economic stability, and governance by uniting these colonies under a single federal government while allowing provinces to manage their own local affairs. The confederation laid the foundation for Canada's development as an independent country, evolving over time to include more regions and expand its national identity.