A short history of Canada About 11,000 to 14,000 years ago aboriginal people from Asia cross a land bridge between what is now Russia and Alaska and into what is now Canada. Vikings explore the east coast Newfoundland - Labrador and establish a settlement.
Bay is North America's and possibly the worlds oldest company.
The English capture Montreal during the French and Indian war. Quebec Act is passed recognizing French civil laws and guaranteeing religious and linguistic freedoms. The battle of Lundays Lane. This is the bloodiest battle to ever take place on Canadian soil and the turning point in the War of 1812 to 1814 in Canada's favour. This border is the longest undefended border in the world.