Settled as a French fortified post called Port La Joye in 1720, Charlottetown was named after Queen Charlotte, consort to George III, after Prince Edward Island was ceded to Britain. In 1764 it became the capital of the province, a position it retains. In 1864 the Fathers of Confederation convened in the town to consider a political-economic union that resulted in the formation of Canada 3 years later. Learn More...