After the Canadian Civil War, the Communists succeeded in taking control, albeit only half, of New Canada. During the early years, Julius O'Neil was appointed Leader of the People's Republic of Canada. He set out on a quest to set everyone equal. The People's Front of Canada was ordered to track down wealthy Canadians. Before the Civil War, New Canada was in an almost feudalist-like state, where wealthy Canadians would essentially enslave other people to work for them in exchange for room and board. This was revamped, (see Life Under Communist Rule) and a truly socialist system was implemented. Though it had its upsides, the PRC instituted an authoritarian system upon its citizens. Any and all opposition was cracked down upon, with offenders either excecuted or be forced to work in labour