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Podcast Version Here The Doctrine of Discovery was the embodiment of the European ruling class’ insatiable desire for expansion and control over the New World. These powers, backed by papal authority, deployed the notion of terra nullius, meaning “nobody’s land,” to justify their claims over Indigenous territories across Turtle Island.¹ This era of so-called discovery
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Louis Riel’s fight for Métis rights sparked rebellion, resistance, and retribution. This episode unpacks his legacy and the struggle for justice in Canada.
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Delgamuukw decision recognized First Nations land rights in 1997, but decades later, Canada’s inaction highlights ongoing colonial injustice and broken promises.
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During his Australia visit, King Charles confronted by Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe, who condemned the monarchy’s colonial history and its impact on Indigenous peoples. The intricate relationship between the British Crown and Indigenous peoples has once again become a focal point of public debate. This renewed attention stems from a tense incident during a visit
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Delgamuukw is a landmark court case in Canadian history that acknowledged the existence of Aboriginal title. Decolonize.ca recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Calder vs. B.C. Supreme Court decision as an important moment in the ongoing struggle for Indigenous rights. decolonize.ca in the Canadian state would like to acknowledge that January 31, 2023, marked the
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The Wet’suwet’en and Gitxsan people’s centuries-long fight for their land and sovereignty continues against the Coastal GasLink pipeline, which has faced environmental violations and public opposition. As construction intensifies, allies join the struggle, participating in nationwide demonstrations and targeting pipeline financiers like the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). The fight is not only for Indigenous…
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Decolonization involves dismantling colonial systems, transferring power to Indigenous peoples, and seeking redress for past injustices in the pursuit of social justice. What does decolonization mean? Decolonization constitutes a multifaceted process that entails the dismantlement of the complex systems of colonialism in a particular territory or region. It involves a substantial shift of power and
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Journalists, Activists, and Land Defenders Speak Out Against C-IRG RCMP Police Brutality On January 23, 2023, the CBC’s Brett Forester reported on the RCMP’s federal watchdog contemplating an investigative probe on the RCMP’s Community-Industry Response Group (C-IRG). The potential systemic investigation comes after over 500 complaints were put forth to the Civilian Review and Complaints
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On December 25th, a day of reckoning may finally arrive for those who have been quietly denying the reality of the commercialization of Christmas and its link to colonialism. As devout Christians reflect on their beliefs, they must come to terms with the fact that Christmas, as it is celebrated today, is not rooted in
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