Anti-Racism Resources
Explore books, films, websites, organizations, and other resources to learn about racism, anti-racism, reconciliation, and the experiences and contributions of diverse communities in British Columbia and Canada.
Books & Films
Explore these reading and viewing lists created by ORL librarians, available in the library catalogue.
Stop Anti-Asian Racism
Explore books about the experiences, histories, challenges, and contributions of Chinese Canadians and Chinese Americans.
Let’s Keep the Learning Going
Explore books about racism, anti-racism, reconciliation, and related topics.
Stop Racism
Discover nonfiction books exploring racism, anti-racism, reconciliation, and social justice.
Talking Racism with Children
Find books to help families talk with children about race and racism.
Walk in Someone Else’s Shoes
Explore fiction featuring diverse experiences, identities, cultures, and communities.
Indigenous Peoples Reading List
Discover fiction and nonfiction exploring Indigenous cultures, histories, traditions, experiences, and perspectives.
Anti-Racism Film List
Explore movies and documentaries about race, racism, and anti-racism.
Indigenous Films
Discover Indigenous films from Canada and around the world.
Learn & Explore Online
Challenging Racist “British Columbia”: 150 Years and Counting
This illustrated resource explores the history of racist policies affecting Indigenous, Black, Asian, and other racialized communities in British Columbia, along with histories of resistance and anti-racist movements. The project also includes an interactive digital edition, videos, learning materials, and resources for educators.
Project Implicit
Project Implicit is an international research collaboration studying attitudes and beliefs that may operate outside conscious awareness or control. Visitors can take an Implicit Association Test (IAT) and learn more about research into implicit social cognition.
BC Black History Awareness Society
The BC Black History Awareness Society researches, documents, preserves, and shares the histories and contributions of Black people in British Columbia. Explore historical resources, digital exhibits, educational materials, research tools, events, and stories from across the province.
Colour Code
Produced by The Globe and Mail, this podcast series explores race and identity in Canada through conversations about culture, politics, communities, and lived experiences.
APTN News
Follow news and current affairs from Indigenous perspectives across Canada. APTN News features reporting, investigative journalism, videos, podcasts, and programs covering communities and issues throughout the country.
Anti-Racism Organizations
Resilience BC Anti-Racism Network
Resilience BC is a province-wide network that brings communities together to identify and challenge racism and hate. Explore educational resources, initiatives, and community networks working throughout British Columbia.
Canadian Race Relations Foundation
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation works to address racism and racial discrimination in Canada through education, research, community partnerships, and public policy. Explore free online learning about topics including systemic racism in Canada, bias, Indigenous treaties, intercultural dialogue, and interfaith learning, along with anti-racism toolkits, publications, videos, and other educational resources.