Who We Are

Who We Are

Chinese Canadian protesters

This is a photograph taken of Chinese Canadians during the 1979-80 protests against the CTV W5 broadcast entitled “Campus Giveaway”. Currently presented by the Chinese Canadian National Council (CCNC), this photograph represents a significant chapter in the formation of national Chinese Diasporic organizations and growth of late 20th century Chinese Canadian movements. Taken from a different angle however, that of how it was seen from those in superordinate positions in society, this photograph can be seen as an act causing anxiety. It's not only that a large and visible minority, Chinese-descended persons, are proudly proclaiming an identity of being Chinese-Canadian, they also are mobilizing in thousands across the country to challenge their marginalization in society. During a time when Chinese could be used synonymously with Communist or foreign agents, a movement championing human rights and led by the Chinese diaspora could be met with much hostility.

Chinese Canadian National Council

The image can be found in the following website:

Chinese Canadian National Council for Social Justice. “Who We Are.” https://ccncsj.ca/who-we-are/.

Chinese Canadian National Council

Likely around 1979-1980

Not explicitly stated but likely All rights reserved

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