Why were the Metis and native people not consulted about confederation?

The Métis and Indigenous peoples were not consulted about Confederation primarily because their rights and status were largely overlooked by the dominant European settlers and government structures. The focus was on unifying British North American colonies without considering the perspectives or sovereignty of Indigenous nations. Additionally, prevailing attitudes of the time viewed Indigenous peoples as obstacles to progress, leading to their exclusion from the decision-making processes that would significantly affect their lands and lives. This lack of consultation contributed to long-standing grievances and conflicts in Canadian history.