Now You See Me! Decolonizing The Indigenous Voice In Canada Through Social Media

DOI: 10.5176/2251-3566_L319.454

Authors: Dr. Mary LeMaître

Abstract: Indigenous peoples in Canada face the challenges of being marginalized by colonial stereotypes and colonial structures. This paper explores the dynamics of the colonial relationship and how Indigenous youth are using social media to make their voice heard and change people’s attitudes towards them.

Keywords: (colonial discourse, stereotypes, Indigenous youth, Canada, colonialism, social media, decolonization)