The Red River Settlement was a community established in the early 19th century in what is now Manitoba, Canada. It was primarily settled by the Métis, a group of people with mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, who were drawn to the fertile land along the Red River. The settlement became a center for agriculture and trade, fostering a unique culture that blended Indigenous and European traditions. The settlement was significant for its role in the development of the Canadian West. Tensions arose between the settlers and the British colonial government, leading to the Red River Rebellion in 1869-70, which was led by Louis Riel. This conflict ultimately resulted in the creation of the Manitoba Act, establishing Manitoba as a province in Canada.