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National· August 16, 2026 at 12:56 a.m.

Montreal's Black Community Embraces Virtual Reality to Combat Racism

Montreal's Black Community Embraces Virtual Reality to Combat Racism

Key takeaways

  • Montreal's BCRC uses VR to combat racism
  • BCRC aims to introduce VR to Montreal police
  • VR workshops have already been conducted

Montreal's Black Community Resource Centre (BCRC) is utilizing virtual reality (VR) technology as a tool in the fight against racism. The organization aims to introduce this innovative approach to the Montreal police force.

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The BCRC believes that VR can provide an immersive and educational experience, helping individuals understand and combat racial bias. The center has already conducted several workshops using VR technology for this purpose.

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BCRC representatives expressed optimism about the potential impact of VR on police training, stating that it could help officers better understand the experiences of Black youth in Montreal.

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