HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY

In contrast to the American expansion where individuals went west to settle, the Canadian experience was directed by a central mercantile enterprise for whom the Indians trapped furs and bought merchandise. The Company wanted the Indians to be treated like valuable customers, not competitors for land and territory.

In contrast to the American expansion where individuals went west to settle, the Canadian experience was directed by a central mercantile enterprise for whom the Indians trapped furs and bought merchandise. The Company wanted the Indians to be treated like valuable customers, not competitors for land and territory.