Reactions to the 72 Resolutions
After the Quebec Conference, the delegates took the option of Confederation back to their colonies. There were mixed feelings for Confederation:
In the United Province of Canada:
In the United Province of Canada, the debate continued for six weeks. Those against Confederation were concerned that their French language & culture would survive in a united country. In the end, the vote in the legislate assembly was 91 to 33.
In New Brunswick:
In New Brunswick, people opposed to Confederation made fun of the whole idea. They also complained about the subsidy of $0.80 per person and that New Brunswick Premier Tilley was selling out New Brunswickers. But, after Tilley lost the election to anti Confederationists , Tilley didn't give up. But, when Tillley called another election, he won. Leonard Tilley New Brunswick into Confederation.
In Nova Scotia:
In Nova Scotia, there were anti-Confederates who were lead by Joseph Howe. Joseph Howe and anti-Confederates were worried Canadians would use their powers to their benefits Tupper was smart and tried to destroy arguments of those against Confederation. Tupper suggested that the delegates from all provinces should meet in London work out a plan to satisfy everyone. Nevertheless, Nova Scotia entered the partnership with calling a election and putting 72 Resolutions to a vote.
Prince Edward Island:
In PEI, Confederation wasn't popular. PEI so no advantage in a tariff free union, which would cause them to lose revenue. PEI wanted a £200 000 loan to buy out absentee landlords. When this was refused, Islanders lost interest in Confederation. They were also concerned about their 5 representatives who would have little power.
Newfoundland:
In Newfoundland, people were not interested. They also feared that a union with the other colonies would mean heavier taxes. A wealthy St. John's merchant led the fight against Confederation. On the night Confederation was defeated in Newfoundland, Anti-Confederates pushed a large coffin labelled 'Confederation' and the coffin was buried in a fake funeral.
In the United Province of Canada:
In the United Province of Canada, the debate continued for six weeks. Those against Confederation were concerned that their French language & culture would survive in a united country. In the end, the vote in the legislate assembly was 91 to 33.
In New Brunswick:
In New Brunswick, people opposed to Confederation made fun of the whole idea. They also complained about the subsidy of $0.80 per person and that New Brunswick Premier Tilley was selling out New Brunswickers. But, after Tilley lost the election to anti Confederationists , Tilley didn't give up. But, when Tillley called another election, he won. Leonard Tilley New Brunswick into Confederation.
In Nova Scotia:
In Nova Scotia, there were anti-Confederates who were lead by Joseph Howe. Joseph Howe and anti-Confederates were worried Canadians would use their powers to their benefits Tupper was smart and tried to destroy arguments of those against Confederation. Tupper suggested that the delegates from all provinces should meet in London work out a plan to satisfy everyone. Nevertheless, Nova Scotia entered the partnership with calling a election and putting 72 Resolutions to a vote.
Prince Edward Island:
In PEI, Confederation wasn't popular. PEI so no advantage in a tariff free union, which would cause them to lose revenue. PEI wanted a £200 000 loan to buy out absentee landlords. When this was refused, Islanders lost interest in Confederation. They were also concerned about their 5 representatives who would have little power.
Newfoundland:
In Newfoundland, people were not interested. They also feared that a union with the other colonies would mean heavier taxes. A wealthy St. John's merchant led the fight against Confederation. On the night Confederation was defeated in Newfoundland, Anti-Confederates pushed a large coffin labelled 'Confederation' and the coffin was buried in a fake funeral.