Right-Wing Extremism in Canada

Reviews / Votes

"Surprisingly little has been written about the right-wing extremism in Canada. Yet after the recent mass shootings in Charleston, Quebec City, and Christchurch, the threat from the far-right has come to the fore. This book offers the first comprehensive introduction to the history and nature of right-wing extremism in Canada. Well researched and thoughtful, it is essential reading for anyone engaged in the study of violent extremism, and the global rise and spread of a re-invigorated right-wing threat to public safety" (Lorne L. Dawson, Director, Canadian Network for Research on Terrorism, Security and Society, University of Waterloo, Canada)

" Right-Wing Extremism in Canada acknowledges a reality far too many have ignored-that far right extremists pose very real threats to Canadian democracy and inclusion. Barbara Perry and Ryan Scrivens' smart, timely, and nuanced analysis makes clear how far right extremism persists in Canada and its cross-border links to U.S. andglobal networks. Both accessible and theoretically informed, they illuminate how Canadian right-wing extremists' work to mainstream their ideas and forge links to state politics" (Robert Futrell, Professor and Chair of Sociology, University of Nevada, USA)

"With right-wing extremism resurgent across North America and Europe, there is increased attention and a need for research and analysis. The Canadian context for, and manifestations of, this phenomenon have received less attention from scholars in terms of both its uniqueness and how it is related to and can add to understanding of wider right-wing extremism. Barbara Perry and Ryan Scrivens are ideally suited to do this based on their track record and reputation for important and insightful research on extremism and hate in Canada. With Right-Wing Extremism in Canada , they have written a book based on rigorous research that provides vital historical background and social, political and cultural context, organizational and policy analysis, insights from law enforcement, community activists and those previously involved in extreme-right movements, as well as practical recommendations. I would recommend this book to all those interested in and working on right-wing extremism in and beyond Canada, as well as on Canadian society and politics more generally, both in and beyond academia" (Dr. Aaron Winter, University of East London, UK)