Positive And Negative Effects Of The Colonization Of New France

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In 1639 and 1862, a smallpox epidemic brought by the French settlers to Canada caused approximately 20,000 deaths and killed of almost half of the Huron Indians population. In 1605, Samuel de Champlain discovered Canada and in 1608, he founded New France which is Quebec City in modern times. New France had been colonized for over 2 centuries since then, having a long renowned legacy. The effects of the colonization of New France have left Canada with numerous negative impacts. The french have influenced Canada’s education system, order and have left horrible epidemics causing an abundance of deaths. It is because of these three important impacts that have affected New France and Canada in such a bad way.

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