Where and when Jacques cartier explored and the reasons why?

Jacques Cartier explored the St. Lawrence River and parts of present-day Canada during his three voyages between 1534 and 1542. He was commissioned by King Francis I of France to find a northwest passage to Asia and to seek gold and other riches. Cartier's explorations laid the groundwork for French colonization in North America and provided valuable information about the indigenous peoples and the geography of the region. His encounters with the St. Lawrence Iroquoian peoples led to the establishment of French claims in Canada.