This award-winning blog article by Mosope Afolabi-Ajayi highlights systemic racism in Canada and the United States, tracing its roots to colonial policies, segregation, and hierarchical structures that have historically marginalized Indigenous, Black, and Asian communities. Mosope discusses the persistent impact of these injustices and calls for transformative action, including education on colonial histories, reparations, and policy reforms to address and dismantle systemic racism, fostering equity and inclusivity across North America.