Political Science Speaker Series - Settler: Identity and Colonialism

Authors Emma Battell Lowman and Adam J. Barker discuss the second edition of their book Settler, what has changed in Canada in the last 10 years, and what remains to be done.

Join our guest speaker and authors of their second edition of Settler, a defining work that examines Canada’s colonial foundations and the evolving national conversation on settler identity, reconciliation, and decolonization. Over the past decade, Indigenous-led activism has spurred official apologies and national inquiries, yet systemic inequities remain deeply embedded in Canadian society. In this conversation, Battell Lowman and Barker will explore how the term Settler has evolved, reflect on the successes and failures of decolonization efforts, and consider the impact of right-wing nationalism, social media, and political leadership on Canada’s path forward.

Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion on what has changed, what has not, and how we can take meaningful steps toward transformative change.

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