People of Nova reaction to confederation?

The people of Nova Scotia's reaction to the confederation was mixed. Some were in favour of it, while others were against it. Those in favour of confederation argued that it would bring economic benefits to the province, such as increased trade and investment. They also believed that it would give Nova Scotia a greater say in the federal government. Those opposed to the confederation were concerned about the loss of provincial autonomy. They also feared that Nova Scotia would be overshadowed by the larger provinces.

In 1867, a referendum was held in Nova Scotia on whether the province should join the Dominion of Canada. The vote was close, with 38,813 in favour and 37,693 against. This means that the majority of people in Nova Scotia voted in favour of confederation. However, the vote was also significant because it showed that there was a strong minority opposed to confederation. This division of opinion would continue to exist in Nova Scotia for many years to come.

In the end, the people of Nova Scotia voted to join the Dominion of Canada. This decision had a profound impact on the province's history. Nova Scotia became a part of a larger political entity and its economy and culture were influenced by the rest of Canada.