What were two recommendations?
Durham made two main recommendations: that Upper and Lower Canada be united into one province, and. the introduction of responsible government for all colonies in British North America.
Who tried to help Canadian rebellions?
To achieve reforms for French Canadians, Papineau began to work with William Lyon Mackenzie, leader of the Reform Party in Upper Canada (now Ontario). In 1834 Papineau inspired the 92 Resolutions, a statement of French Canadian demands and grievances, which was passed by the assembly.
Who is responsible for recommending the union of Upper and Lower Canada?
Lord Durham
The unification of Upper and Lower Canada was a recommendation of the 1839 report filed by Lord Durham, governor general of British North America, and the result of an imperial mission to investigate the rebellions of 1837–38, which took place in both colonies.
Who are the reformers in the Canadian Revolution?
The Reformers included William and Robert Baldwin , Barnabas and Marshall Bidwell , William Lyon Mackenzie, John Rolph and Egerton Ryerson . By 1828, the Reformers held a majority in the assembly. However, their reforms were blocked by the Tory-controlled councils.
When did the Reform Party come to power in Canada?
In 1842–43 and 1848–54 Reform premiers were in power in what was then the Province of Canada (the union of Upper and Lower Canada into Canada West and Canada East).
When was Lower Canada reunited with Upper Canada?
In 1791 Britain took the decision to divide the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada and Lower Canada. In 1841, Upper Canada and Lower Canada were reunited as a single colony, the Province of Canada. At Cap Santé, by William Bartlett, circa 1838 (courtesy NGC/18017.10).
Who was the leader of the moderates in Canada?
The moderates, led by Robert Baldwin and Sir Francis Hincks, re-emerged as a political force in the Province of Canada . The radicals who did not take part in the rebellion faded from view. R.W. Langstone, Responsible Government in Canada (1931). J.M.S. Careless , The Union of the Canadas (1967). J.M.S. Careless, ed.,