The idea of having a confederation in Canada was highly debatable as it would affect each colony and region differently. Canada West and Canada East shared similar views on going through with a confederation, where as some areas thought differently. Being that the majority of the population in Canada was in Canada West, the confederation would bring many advantages. The government would be substantially stronger and Canada west would have the majority of seats in parliament. West Canada would dominate the trade business and would have increased trading opportunities with Canada East. Considering that Canada West had the most industry, agriculture and railroads, they would have the most dominant economy after the confederation. Expansion of
