The month of May marks Asian Heritage Month, a time to learn, share and explore Canada's historic and diverse Asian community, while acknowledging its members' many achievements and contributions.
May was officially designated Asian Heritage Month in 2001 when the Canadian Senate adopted a motion proposed by Senator Vivienne Poy. The official declaration was signed by the Government of Canada in May 2002.
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Revellers welcome the Lunar New Year of the HorseOpens in new window
Music, lion dancing and other festivities kicked off the Lunar New Year, with more events planned in the days ahead.
Montreal’s Vietnamese community celebrates Tet lunar new yearOpens in new window
Montreal is home to one of the largest Vietnamese communities in Canada. Many of them braved the cold on Sunday to celebrate the Tết lunar new year
Montreal Chinatown community garden blooms across generationsOpens in new window
A community garden in Montreal’s Chinatown provides seniors and youth a green space for exercise, cultural connection, and growing fresh produce.
Montreal’s Chinatown to celebrate Lunar New YearOpens in new window
Wednesday marked the beginning of the Lunar New Year for many Asian communities.
Chinatown groups want Montreal to continue to revitalize, preserve the areaOpens in new window
Chinatown community groups presented plans to the City of Montreal to continue to revitalize and preserve the area.
Canada's Asian community: From 1700s until now
Canada's Asian community has roots dating back to the 1700s, with everything from war to immigration encouraging families to set roots across the country.