During the 19th century, colonial dependence gave way to increasing autonomy for a growing Canada. ... On July 1, 1867, with passage of the British North America Act, the Dominion of Canada was officially established as a self-governing entity within the British Empire.
During the nineteenth century, colonial reliance gave way to developing Canada's increasing autonomy. With the passing of the British North America Act on July 1, 1867, the Dominion of Canada became a self-governing entity within the British Empire.
