The Chinese Head Tax was a fee imposed by the Canadian government on Chinese immigrants starting in 1885. This tax was introduced as a way to limit Chinese immigration, reflecting the racial discrimination prevalent at the time. Initially set at $50, the tax increased to $100 in 1900 and later to $500 in 1903, making it a significant financial barrier for many. The head tax remained in effect until 1923, when the Chinese Exclusion Act effectively banned all Chinese immigration. This legislation was part of broader efforts to restrict immigration from Asia and has since been recognized as a discriminatory policy that contributed to the marginalization of the Chinese community in Canada.