Why did the French government send Samuel de Champlain to set up a colony in Quebec?

The French government sent Samuel de Champlain to establish a colony in Quebec to expand France's territorial claims in North America and to enhance trade, particularly in fur. Champlain's exploration and establishment of a permanent settlement in 1608 aimed to solidify French influence in the region and foster alliances with Indigenous peoples for trade partnerships. This move was also part of France's broader strategy to compete with other European powers, such as England and Spain, for colonial dominance.