My Heavenly City explores what a heavenly city is through the lens of the relationships between parents and child, husband and wife, and a caregiver for a child with mental illness. This movie is for anyone dealing with life’s challenges, trials and tribulations. Its objective is to encourage audiences watching the movie to reflect and grow.
Read MoreIt isn’t often that you hear a calligrapher cite Pablo Picasso as a major influence, but that’s exactly what Jameson Yap shared when we sat down to talk about his inspiration, process and journey. It turns out that Picasso was very much a fan of the ancient Chinese art, even going so far as to proclaim: “Had I been born Chinese, I would have been a calligrapher, not a painter.”
Read MoreIn Asia, the festival is celebrated at larger scales through decor and gifting, as well as the breadth of mooncake choices across the hospitality and culinary industries. Enjoy some images from the other side of the world, where delightful innovation has allowed for a myriad of different mooncake types and flavours. Feast your eyes!
Read MoreThe TIFF Tribute Awards, presented by Bulgari, honor outstanding contributors to the film industry and their remarkable achievements. This year, one of the recipients is none other than Andy Lau, a multi-talented artist widely celebrated as one of the most popular entertainers within the global Chinese community. In the 1990s, he was also renowned as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" of Chinese pop music. With a career spanning more than four decades, Lau has an impressive filmography that boasts over 160 films.
Read MoreAs a special spotlight on one of our committee members, Sue Tang is a special individual who has not only well-achieved in her professional career, she is also a role model when it comes to volunteering and building community. Recently, Sue was recognized as one of the Chinese-Canadian Legends, which celebrates many veterans in the community for their decades of achievement. Amongst other winners which included Dr. Chester Ho, David Leung, photographer James Lin, Jenny Pu, and Daniel Quan-Watson.
Read MoreMontreal's evolving urban landscape has shifted the dynamics of Chinatown, it’s now all dusty and dirty. Some label Montreal's Chinatown as in disrepair. The traces of Chinese culture within Montreal continue to surprise me, like the vintage Chinese patterns on old houses, Tai Chi sculptures in Victoria Square, and fusion dishes on menus.
Read MoreThat sense of identity runs deep in his work. John brings to it an East Asian aesthetic, a result of where he has lived, and grown up, which is what makes his floristry practice, so rare and special. John actively explores notions of culture in his design approach. With a focus on the contemporary, he brings a distinct narrative and consistency of thought in every masterpiece that he and his team creates at their Singapore design studio — This Humid House.
Read MoreIn a world where dumplings transcend mere culinary delights and become a medium for cultural fusion, the second annual BC Dumpling Festival emerged as a heartwarming celebration of diversity and unity. Held on a sunny August 12th at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park, this festival wasn't just about dumplings; it was a testament to the power of community and the spirit of togetherness.
Read MoreAs is the case with many things in life, the passage of time has transformed mahjong from a humble household pastime to an invaluable piece of East Asian and Southeast Asian cultural heritage. Popular in China in the 19th century, the tile-based game has recently found its way into the world of high fashion, with luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Prada and Brunello Cucinelli now producing their own exquisitely crafted, limited-edition mahjong sets. One set from S.T. Dupont comes with a price tag of £800,000 (or C$1.3 million). It features exquisitely handcrafted tiles made of precious gemstones like Tanzanian rubies and diamonds — the ultimate in board game luxury.
Read MoreAs a special spotlight on one of our committee members, Sue Tang is a special individual who has not only well-achieved in her professional career, she is also a role model when it comes to volunteering and building community. Recently, Sue was recognized as one of the Chinese-Canadian Legends, which celebrates many veterans in the community for their decades of achievement. Amongst other winners which included Dr. Chester Ho, David Leung, photographer James Lin, Jenny Pu, and Daniel Quan-Watson.
Read MoreThe “Art at Heart, Chu Tat-shing Exhibition” taking place at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto from August 4-13, 2023. This summer, Toronto welcomes renowned Hong Kong sculpture artist, Mr. Chu Tat-shing. The exhibition, a unique interplay of Eastern and Western cultures, showcases Toronto’s vibrant cultural diversity while offering a glance into Hong Kong’s rich heritage.
Read MoreAs a longtime fan of Hong Kong Canadian Canto-pop singer Jason Chan, I felt like magic to have experienced a deeply joyful photoshoot engagement at the Jason Chan: The Fight Goes On World Tour 2023《 陳柏宇: 世界巡迴演唱會 》多倫多站, held at the P.C. Ho Theatre of the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto on August 2 & 3.
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