What was the relationship between the mother country (France) and the colony (New France)?

The relationship was one of dependence on France for its:
 
Population
The settlers came from France.

Economic development
Capital, imports and exports were controlled by France.

Army 
Soldiers came from France and all military decisions with regards to peace and war were made in France.

Government
Major political decisions were made in France.

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