Why did the colonists hope the Canadians would join their cause?

The colonists hoped the Canadians would join their cause during the American Revolution because they sought to expand their ranks against British rule and perceived Canada, particularly Quebec, as a strategically valuable ally. The colonists believed that the shared grievances against British oppression, as well as a promise of religious freedom and self-governance, would resonate with Canadian inhabitants. Additionally, gaining support from Canada would strengthen their military position and resources in the fight for independence.