Canadian Citizenship Practice Test 2026

In 1869, Canada acquired the northwest region from the Hudson's Bay Company. This event is known as the Transfer of Rupert's Land and was part of a larger effort by Canada to expand its territory. The other options are incorrect because

B: 1873 - This year marks the establishment of the North-West Mounted Police, which played a role in the acquisition of the northwest region but it was not the year the transfer actually happened.

C: 1885 - This year marks the North-West Rebellion, a conflict between the Canadian government and the Métis and First Nations people of the northwest region. This event had a significant impact on the region, but it did not involve the transfer of ownership from the Hudson's Bay Company.

D: 1867 - Although this year marks the confederation of Canada, it was not until two years later that the country acquired the northwest region from the Hudson's Bay Company.