How did the british respond to the canadians desire for self rule?

The British initially responded to Canadian desires for self-rule with caution, recognizing the need for a balance between maintaining imperial control and addressing colonial aspirations. Following the Rebellions of 1837-1838, Britain enacted the Durham Report, which recommended the unification of Upper and Lower Canada and increased self-governance. This led to the British North America Act of 1867, creating the Dominion of Canada, granting it significant autonomy while still under British oversight. Overall, the British response evolved from reluctance to a willingness to accommodate Canadian self-governance.