Which group of explorers were the first Europeans in Canada but did not establish lasting settlements?

The Norse were the first group of Europeans to reach Canada, specifically around the year 1000 AD. Led by explorers such as Leif Erikson, they are known for their brief settlement at a site called L'Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland. This location is often recognized as the earliest evidence of European presence in North America. However, their stay was not long-term, and they did not establish lasting settlements or a permanent community. Their explorations were mainly focused on seeking resources and trade, but their impact did not lead to ongoing habitation or colonization like the later French or Spanish expeditions. As a result, they are often distinguished from other European explorers who followed and founded more enduring settlements in Canada.