Canada and the Caribbean: Historical Proposals and Outcomes

What was a primary reason for Canada's opposition to annexing Caribbean colonies in the early 20th century?

• Desire for more territories

• Fear of economic burden

• Opposition to the British Empire

• Lack of resources

What was the West Indies Federation?

• A union of Caribbean colonies under Canadian rule

• A collective independence movement in the Caribbean

• A merger of Caribbean colonies by Britain

• A trade agreement between Caribbean nations

Why did the West Indies Federation fail?

• Natural disasters

• Economic collapse

• Lack of agreement among leaders

• Military intervention

What was a significant reason for British Honduras considering joining Canada?

• Pressure from neighboring countries

• Cultural similarities with Canada

• Britain's poor preparation for independence

• Desire for better trade opportunities

Why did the proposal for the Turks and Caicos Islands to join Canada lose momentum?

• Canadian focus on a trade agreement with the US

• Lack of interest from islanders

• Opposition from Britain

• Natural disasters in the region