The Jesuits entered also into other branches of trade and industry with a vigor and address which the inhabitants of Canada might have emulated with
Parkman Vol. 4, Chapter 18
In the summer of 1648, there was held at the mission of Sillery a temperance meeting; the first in all probability on this continent.Our special
The Evil Which Hurt Growth and Morals
All that was most active and vigorous in French Canada took to the woods, and escaped from the control of the establishment.Our special project
Furs Are French Canada’s Main Export
We come now to a trade far more important than all the rest together, one which absorbed the enterprise of the colony, drained the life-sap from other
Central Government Control of French Canada’s Economy
In all departments of industry, the appeals for help are endless. Governors and intendants are so many sturdy beggars for the languishing
Parkman Vol. 4, Chapter 17
The whole system of administration centered in the king who was supposed to direct the whole machine, from its highest functions to its pettiest
The Intendant and His Grievances
The luckless intendant was liable to be held to account for the action of natural laws.Our special project presenting the definitive account of
The Government of French Canada
Beyond and above all the regular tribunals, beyond and above the council itself, was the independent jurisdiction lodged in the person of the king’s
Parkman Vol. 4, Chapter 16
The governor, the intendant, and the supreme council or court, were absolute masters of Canada under the pleasure of the king.Our special