The Rebellions of 1837 were a series of uprisings in both the Province of Upper Canada and the Province of Lower Canada, now known as Ontario and Quebec. These revolts were primarily driven by frustrations over political corruption, lack of representation, and economic hardship. The leaders, such as William Lyon Mackenzie in Upper Canada and Louis-Joseph Papineau in Lower Canada, sought to establish responsible government and greater autonomy from British rule. The rebellions were ultimately unsuccessful, leading to harsh reprisals from British authorities. However, they highlighted the need for political reform and contributed to the eventual changes in governance, including the Reform Act of 1832 and the eventual confederation of Canada in 1867.