Sir Alexander Mackenzie came to Canada primarily as a fur trader and explorer. He was initially drawn to the region to expand the fur trading operations of the North West Company, where he sought new routes for trade and exploration. His notable journey in 1789 led him to become the first recorded person to reach the Pacific Ocean from North America via land, significantly contributing to the understanding of the geography and resources of the Canadian wilderness.
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