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1. Canadian Colonial Government

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   The Family Compact and Château Clique
   A defining, though unofficial, feature of the CCG was the dominance exerted by entrenched, interconnected local elites who controlled the appointed councils and major judicial and administrative posts. In Upper Canada, this group was known as the Family Compact, and in Lower Canada, the similar ruling faction was termed the Château Clique.
   These factions were characterized by their strict adherence to Anglican orthodoxy and strong loyalty to the Crown, often viewing elected assemblies with suspici…