The Fur Trade was a significant economic activity in North America, especially during the 17th to 19th centuries. It involved the exchange of animal pelts, particularly from animals like beavers and otters, which were highly valued in Europe for making fashionable clothing and hats. European traders, including the French and British, established relationships with various Indigenous peoples, who hunted these animals and provided the pelts in exchange for goods like tools, weapons, and textiles. As the demand for fur grew, the trade expanded into vast regions, leading to the establishment of trading posts and companies, such as the Hudson's Bay Company. This trade significantly impacted the environment and Indigenous cultures, as overhunting and changing lifestyles occurred. Ultimately, the Fur Trade played