The opening weekend was a whirlwind of activity and a phenomenal success. Community members from across Canada and the United States came to celebrate our grand opening festivities. We are so grateful for all of the support, to the committed and hardworking board, to the staff, to the artists that we have commissioned, to everyone that contributed to making the Chinese Canadian Museum a success.
Read MoreIn a historic turn of events, Toronto has elected Olivia Chow as its mayor in the 2023 election. Since former Mayor John Tory was forced to step down due to his affair, the city has seen over a hundred candidates come forward vying for the position to lead the city. Chow ran against Tory back in 2014 and came in third. This time, Chow's victory not only marks a significant milestone for Asian representation in politics but also demonstrates the power and resilience of women leaders and immigrants like her who arrived when she was 13 in search for a brighter future with her family.
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe we are in the third calendar year of COVID-19. It’s also hard to believe that the Asian community across North America continues to experience racist, xenophobic hatred because of the continued perception that the pandemic was born in China. But we do.
Read MoreLast week, Mejuri, the category-defining fine jewelry brand, marked a significant milestone by celebrating the opening of its flagship store on 64 Ossington Avenue. The event brought together local entrepreneurs, community members, and VIPs, creating a sense of excitement as Mejuri expands its retail presence.
Read MoreIt's time for the annual Duan Wu Festival 端午節! This special occasion falls on the 5th day of the 5th month of the Lunar calendar, around the Summer Solstice. It is also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, 龍舟節.
Read MoreDragon’s Tale dives into the rich and sometimes tense dynamics of first and second-generation immigrants, exploring the fable of Chinese poet Qu Yuan as a foil to the journey of a young Chinese-Canadian woman Xiao Liang and her ailing father. Undeniably, Dragon’s Tale bursts with soaring music, song and storytelling, spanning continents and generations.
Read MoreIn search for something special for dad? Father’s Day is in a few weeks and we have a few ideas that we handpicked for you to consider! From the tech enthusiast to the tea-drinking dad to the nature lover, we have you covered.
Read MoreThe sound of lion dance drums and the aromatic smells of Asian street food made for a festive kick-off celebrating the grand opening of T&T Supermarket’s newest Toronto location at Cadillac Fairview Mall. Open to the public on May 18th, the store is a refreshing addition to a landmark mall in North York, Toronto, where the surrounding residential community has been steadily growing with modern condominiums and revitalization projects.
Read MoreAsian Heritage Month is a fitting time to celebrate authors from the Asian-Canadian community, and new to the scene is immigration lawyer Nancy Lam. Her debut novel, The Loyal Daughter, is loosely based on her mother’s journey from China (Hong Kong) to Canada, spanning from the 1940s to present day. Told through the perspectives of a mother, daughter and grand-daughter, the story speaks to the myths and realities of the immigrant journey in North America which include complex relationships and generational challenges and trauma.
Read More520 originally started as a slang word online, because it sounds like a homonym for “I love you” in Chinese. Soon 520 came to be associated with the date May 20th (5.20). People celebrate love on this day just as they do on Valentine’s Day.
Read MoreThe movie looks into how a couple rediscovers the feeling of parenthood by fostering children aVer the painful loss of their own child. A married couple, Chan Tin Mei (Sammi) and Ho Bun (Alan), lost their three-year-old son to a congenital heart disease. S,ll in pain over the loss, Mei resists having another child. One day, Mei finds out that they can become a foster family. Her desolate heart finds sustenance from possibly regaining the feeling of being a mother.
Read MoreIf you are still looking for ideas for Mother's Day, we have some fabulous choices for you. Take a peek at some of our hand-picked objects this season, from Dim Sum Date to useful kitchen favourites, to heirloom jewellery pieces that will delight any mom!
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