Chinese head tax

Question 0

When was the head tax introduced?

Answer 0

1885

Question 1

Why was the Chinese Head Tax introduced?

Answer 1

Frank Oliver (Federal Minister) and other British Columbians felt their jobs were threatened because Chinese workers were willing to work for less.

Question 2

How much was the tax in 1885, 1900 and 1903?

Answer 2

50$ - 1885
100$ - 1900
$500 - 1903