Library Learning Commons: Asian Heritage Month: Resources

New Brunswick Asian Heritage Society Events

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Racism and its Impact

Racism is not new; it has been a devastating fact of life for millions of Canadians for over a century. However, the rhetoric around the origins of the COVID-19 coronavirus has led to a marked increase in Asian violence and racist incidents in Canada and abroad. Use the resources below to learn about the history and impact of Asian Racism in Canada, and what you can do to help fight it.

Government of Canada: Canadian Heritage Project
For too many Asian communities in Canada, anti-Asian racism is a daily lived reality. Learn more about the challenges faced by these communities across Canada and to confront and denounce all forms of anti-Asian racism and discrimination.
2 years into the pandemic, anti-Asian hate is still on the rise in Canada
Reports of racist incidents in Canada increased by 47% in 2021 over 2020, survey suggests.
What Anti-Asian Racism Looks Like in Canada (CBC)
In the days after the 2021 Atlanta shootings, Asian Canadians were asked about their experiences with increasing anti-Asian racism. This is what they had to say:

Notable Websites

Asian Heritage Society of New Brunswick
Promotes and organizes educational and cultural events commemorating the legacy of Canadians of Asian heritage, past and present.
Organizations and Educational Resources
A list of national and provincial organizations as well as educational resources on Asian heritage in Canada.
The Virtual Museum of Asian Canadian Cultural Heritage (VMACCH)
In showcasing Asian Canadian heritage, VMACCH enables Asian Canadians to share their heritage among themselves and with the rest of Canada.
Asian Canadians and Canada’s Military War Museum
This overview explores the histories of three groups: Chinese Canadians, Japanese Canadians and Sikh Canadians.
The Canadian Encyclopedia: Asia-Canada
This timeline touches on the settlement history of various Asian groups, the discrimination that many suffered in our early history, accomplishments, firsts, biographies, and the gradual changes through which Canadian society came to accept the rights and equality of its Asian immigrants.

I am Golden read by Eva Chen
This joyful and lyrical picture book by author Eva Chen is a moving ode to the immigrant experience, as well as a manifesto of self-love for Chinese American children.

Who Do You Know

Noteworthy Canadians of Asian heritage
Enjoy these short biographies that reflect historical and cultural milestones that help define the rich and significant history of communities of Asian heritage in Canada.

Significant Contributions to Canada

People of Asian heritage have made significant contributions to Canada's history and identity since the late 1700s. Discover some events that helped shape the history of Canadians of Asian heritage.