What is the name of the land controversy James Sinclair was attempting to win after being authorized by the Hudson's Bay Company?
James Sinclair (fur trader) James Sinclair (1811–1856) was a trader and explorer with the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC). He twice led large parties of settlers from the Red River colony to the Columbia River valley. These were both authorized by the HBC as a part of grandiose plans to strengthen British claims in the Oregon boundary dispute.
History of Northwest Territories capital cities The history of Northwest Territories capital cities begins with the purchase of the Territories by Canada from the Hudson's Bay Company in 1869, and includes a varied and often difficult evolution. Northwest Territories is unique amongst the other provinces and territories of Canada in that it has had seven capital cities in its history. The territory has changed the seat of government for numerous reasons, including civil conflict, development of infrastructure, and a history of significant revisions to its territorial boundaries.