Immigration Exclusion in Canada

The belief that immigrants are a threat to the existing culture and society.

An act against a person or group based on prejudice or hatred towards their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

The process of excluding or rejecting immigrants based on their national origin, ethnicity, or religion.

The policy of welcoming and integrating immigrants into a society, promoting diversity and multiculturalism.

A study showing that a third of Canadians have negative views towards at least one specific ethnic group.

The percentage of Canadians holding negative views towards newer immigrants (arriving within 15 years) is greater than those towards immigrants who arrived 50 years ago.

A significant increase in hate crimes against Muslims in Canada between 2015 and 2019, including a tragic mosque shooting.

Canada's immigration policies evolved after confederation, with over 100,000 immigrants arriving annually in the early 20th century.

A hidden method used by Canadian immigration authorities to discourage Black immigration without explicitly stating it in official documents.

A strategy using the climate as a reason to prevent Black immigration to Canada. It claimed that Black people were unsuited for the Canadian climate.

The period from 1869 to 1953, when Canada employed indirect methods to limit Black immigration.

A practice where Canadian immigration officials sent letters to local American postmasters to inquire about the race of potential immigrants.

An indirect method employed by Canadian immigration officials to discourage Black immigration. It stated that Black immigrants were not suited to the Canadian climate.

The year when the 'Climate Clause' was finally removed from the Canadian Immigration Act.

Canada's policy towards Chinese immigration, aiming to avoid direct confrontation with China while limiting Chinese immigration.

The period (1885-1947) in Canada where Chinese immigration was heavily restricted despite Chinese migrants' contributions.

A tax imposed on Chinese immigrants entering Canada from 1885 to 1923, aiming to discourage their immigration.

A law passed in 1923 that effectively banned most Chinese immigration to Canada, significantly reducing the Chinese-Canadian population.

A policy implemented by Canada in the early 20th century to encourage European immigration to populate western Canada and stimulate economic growth.

A system used by Canadian immigration authorities to prioritize white immigrants, particularly English-speaking ones, over others, showcasing racial bias in immigration.

The period during World War I and II when fear and suspicion targeted immigrants, particularly those from 'enemy' countries, even if naturalized citizens.

The belief that foreign-born individuals should fight in their own country's military, even during times of war when Canada needed manpower.

The deliberate disruption of Chinese families by preventing wives and families from joining their husbands and fathers in Canada.

The act of preventing the formation of strong and vibrant Chinese communities in Canada due to limited immigration.