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Identifying Best Practices in Combatting Discrimination in the Settlement Process

This research project, conducted by the Association for Canadian Studies and funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), aims to inform and improve the settlement process by identifying barriers related to racism and discrimination. The study addresses barriers to integration related to discrimination when accessing settlement services. The primary objectives are to generate best practices, identify valuable lessons, and promote positive changes within the settlement sector concerning anti-discrimination and anti-racism efforts. Utilizing qualitative research methods, the project explores the challenges faced by racialized newcomers regarding systemic racism, discrimination, and service accessibility. The research provides insights into the lived experiences of these newcomers, highlighting both systemic barriers and effective practices within the settlement sector. The project aims to enhance the settlement sector's ability to assess and address the obstacles faced by racialized newcomers during their integration process. The findings offer key insights and recommendations for effective programming and policy development related to anti-discrimination and anti-racism. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure the best possible integration outcomes for racialized immigrants and refugees, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment.

ACS20220516EN - Racism Online in Canada

The New York teenager that murdered 10 people at a Buffalo supermarket on Saturday afternoon has been called a “straight-up racially motivated hate crime” In the aftermath of the shooting, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called out social media for enabling the gunman to be heavily influenced by hatred on line. She added that: “the social media platforms that profit from their existence need to be responsible for monitoring... they can in a sense become an accomplice, if not legally but morally.” Racism and hate on line is pervasive and youth in particular are frequently exposed to its manifestation. A Leger survey for the Association for Canadian Studies conducted via web panel during the week of April 25th 2022 reveals that millions of Canadians report ‘often’ seeing racism and prejudice on line and a majority of respondents under the age of 35 ‘often and sometimes’ see racism and prejudice on line directed at immigrants (55%) and a near majority (48%) say they see racism and prejudice on line directed at Black persons. Some 1967 persons were surveyed by Leger for the ACS which included an oversample of 543 immigrants.

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