Anti-Racism news

Review the latest news related to the work of the Government of Canada on anti-racism, diversity, inclusion and equity for communities directly affected by systemic racism.

News releases

• Canada supports affordable housing for Black Canadians
• The Government of Canada Intends to Appoint a Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia
• The Government of Canada Announces Call for Concepts for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund
• Government of Canada launches call for concepts to help break down barriers to employment in federally regulated workplaces
• Government of Canada supports mental health programs for Black LGBTQI+ Canadians
• Pre-Sentencing Impact of Race and Culture Assessments receive Government of Canada funding
• Government of Canada supports mental health programs for Black Canadian youth
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: The Government of Canada Announces Funding for Anti-Racism Projects Across the Country
• The Government of Canada Concludes National Summit on Islamophobia
• The Government of Canada Concludes National Summit on Antisemitism
• Government of Canada launches Task Force to review the Employment Equity Act
• Pardon legislation introduced to address criminal justice system inequities and keep communities safe
• Asian Heritage Month: Celebrating Contributions of Asian Communities and Addressing Anti-Asian Racism in Canada
• Minister Ng announces the launch of the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
• Conclusion of Black History Month 2021
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: The Government of Canada Supports Anti-Racism Projects in Yukon
• Embracing diversity in the workplace: A good business decision
• The Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals for the Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: The Government of Canada Supports Anti-Racism Projects in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: Government of Canada Supports Anti-Racism Projects in British Columbia
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: Government of Canada Supports Anti-Racism Projects in Quebec
• Building a More Inclusive Canada: Government of Canada Announces Funding for Anti-Racism Projects Across the Country
• Government of Canada confirms support for 32 community-based projects aimed at improving mental health
• Prime Minister announces support for Black entrepreneurs and business owners
• Government of Canada is responding to immediate Indigenous mental wellness demands during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Government of Canada recognizes Black history in Canada with four new historic designations
• Support for Community Organizations Helping Canadians

Statements

• Statement by Minister Chagger on the National Summit on Antisemitism and the National Summit on Islamophobia
• Statement by Minister Chagger on Canadian Multiculturalism Day
• Ministers Ng and Chagger reiterate the Government of Canada’s commitment to standing with Asian Canadians against anti-Asian racism
• Statement by Minister Chagger on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
• Statement by Minister Chagger on Canadian Multiculturalism Day
• First Ministers’ statement on anti-racism
• Statement by Minister Chagger on International Holocaust Remembrance Day