Canada at War

Canada had its own roles to play in World War II in Asia, both at home and abroad. Canadian soldiers joined the Allied war effort as defenders of Hong Kong, while Chinese Canadian members of Force 136 fought as Canadians but also against disenfranchisement at home. Japanese Canadians on the west coast, meanwhile, were regarded as ‘enemy aliens’ and forcibly removed from their homes, property, and communities. By showcasing these interlocking stories, this gallery highlights how Canadians of many backgrounds fought for peace and justice during and after WWII in Asia.