Initially, Canada was inhabited by Aboriginal people who were spiritual and had distinct trade networks. At the beginning of the 15th century, the French and the British explored and colonised Canada. However, the British defeated the French in the Seven Years' War. The British province of Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and Labrador formed Canada in 1949. In 1982, Britain's control over the parliament was removed. The influences of Aboriginals, French, British and the recent immigration customs has formed Canada's unique and vibrant culture.