This collection investigates the complex and often overlooked legacy of British colonization in Atlantic Canada between 1700 and 1930. The book brings together new and established researchers to re-examine the region's pivotal role in British imperial ambitions, focusing on themes of migration, dispossession, religion, identity, and commemoration. It aims to diverge from existing scholarship by shedding light on groups traditionally excluded from the imperial narrative, including Indigenous peoples, slaves, free people of color, and religious minorities.

This collection offers a significant re-evaluation of British colonization in Atlantic Canada, moving beyond traditional imperial narratives. By focusing on marginalized groups and diverse themes, the research provides a more nuanced understanding of the region's history. The contributors engage critically with existing scholarship, highlighting the experiences of Indigenous peoples, enslaved individuals, free people of color, and religious minorities. This work is positioned to contribute substantially to the ongoing discourse on colonial legacies and historical memory.