The defined Battle of River Canard is the first skirmish that occurred in a series of small fights, and was the first example of armed conflict in Canada resulting from the War of 1812.

Before the battle, American General William HulI ordered Colonel Cass to scout for British troops.

Cass's quick flank proved successful, and forced the British troops to retreat to Fort Malden.

By proving a skilled soldier and administrator, Sir Isaac was commonly known as "The Hero of Upper Canada."

[4] A second skirmish took place at Turkey Creek in present-day LaSalle, where 4 Americans were killed and dismembered by First Nations allied to the British.