On July 1, 1867 Upper and Lower Canada, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia entered into a union known as confederation and became the country now known as Canada. Study the group of individuals who helped bring about confederation, the different backgrounds and personalities that influenced the development of this great nation, and the trials they endured to bring about the joining of these diverse geographical areas. Includes 23 activities and answer key. 80 pages. This book supports many of the fundamental concepts and learning outcomes from the curriculums for the province of Ontario, Grade 8, History, Confederation.