Hate in the North: Exploring the Klu Klux Klan’s Impact on Canadian Communities
Summary DetailsLength: 60 minutes
Summary: Discover the little-known story of the Ku Klux Klan’s activities in Canada during the 1920s and 1930s. This webinar unpacks the Klan’s presence in Ontario, including its propaganda, targets, and legal challenges. Through historical examples and genealogical insights, learn how communities resisted hate and how to research this controversial part of Canadian history responsibly.
Audience Level: Beginner -Expert
Requirements: Projection for computer on a large screen; internet connection
Content: 4-page PDF handout
Outline
- Brief history of the Ku Klux Klan in the U.S.
- How the Klan’s ideology spread to Canada, particularly Ontario and Saskatchewan.
- Key events and areas of activity
- Targeted groups
- Community Resistance and Legal Pushback
- Genealogical Research and Ethical Considerations
- Legacy and Lessons: What this history teaches us about racism, community resilience, and the importance of historical transparency
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