What was france's primary interest in colonizing north america

The French colonized the Americas in the 16th century and established a colonial empire in the Western Hemisphere. France founded colonies in much of eastern North America, on a number of Caribbean islands, and in South America.

The primary interest of France in colonizing North America  was because of the great amount of furs they found there. They also wanted to acquire fish and spread Christianity.

it's a secular holiday. it is and was a custom developed to recognize the ending of a time and a wish for a good future. the kind of kiss you exchange, if you are single, is intended to predict what kind of year you will have in the coming year.

it is saying good bye to the last year with all its ups and downs, and hello to the new year, with all its hopes and dreams.