1867 — Following the
Great Coalition, upon the request of its colonial representatives their British North America Act is passed by the
Parliament of Great Britain. Rather than remain a colony of Great Britain, the citizens of Quebec vote to join with
New Brunswick,
Nova Scotia and
Ontario to create the nation of Canada.
1867 —
Quebec general election: In August, the first provincial elections are held under the British North America Act. The Bleus (Conservatives) support the confederation while the Rouges (Liberals) oppose it. 55% of Quebecers vote in favour of the new
Confederation of Canada while 45% oppose.
1873 — The
House of Commons disallows "double mandates": the same person can no longer simultaneously hold a seat in the House of Commons and a provincial legislature.
1878 — The
Legislative Assembly passes a law abolishing the
Legislative Council, but the latter does not agree to its own demise (which would not occur until 1968).
1879 — The rules of
ice hockey are established by three
McGill students.