Andrea

Jun 30, 2023

The New Yellow Peril: 100 years since the Chinese Exclusion Act

As we mark the 100 year anniversary of Canada’s Chinese Exclusion Act, we must acknowledge an underlying fear and anxiety that continues to allow ethnocultural identities to be seen as national security threats. The Act was a piece of racist, anti-Chinese legislation that toughened existing laws like the Chinese Immigration Act of 1885, which included […]

Red flowers on a tree in front of a beige background. Fleurs rouges sur un arbre, superposé devant un fond beige.

May 01, 2023

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month: Commemorating the past and looking to the future

Asian Canadians have long contributed to building a rich, strong and diverse Canada, despite having been excluded and subject to racist public policies during several notable moments in Canadian history. While this history is part of our past, alongside discriminatory legislation like the Chinese Exclusion Act and the Chinese Head Tax, anti-Asian racism continues to […]

Oct 28, 2022

Survey of Needs and Consultations for Youth Leaders of Anti-Racism Work

The Canadian Race Relations Foundation is a facilitator of knowledge and discussion on combatting racial discrimination in Canada. A key part of this work is hearing from young people about their anti-racism efforts. Throughout the country, youth are leading initiatives that tackle racism in their communities. They’re navigating challenges, innovating solutions, and reflecting lived experience […]

Andrea

The New Yellow Peril: 100 years since the Chinese Exclusion Act

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month: Commemorating the past and looking to the future

Survey of Needs and Consultations for Youth Leaders of Anti-Racism Work

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