The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1763, ended the Seven Years' War, which involved multiple global powers. The treaty was significant, particularly for the British and French, as it resulted in major territorial changes. Britain gained control of Canada and Florida, enhancing its colonial empire. France ceded significant territories in North America, shifting the balance of power. The treaty not only marked the conclusion of military engagements in this global conflict but also set the stage for future colonial tensions in North America, especially as British expansion prompted unrest among American colonists.