Past Events - 2024

During the Asian Heritage Month in May and around the Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27, we encourage educators to utilize the following educational resources for school activities (Resources for Educators – ACT2ENDRACISM).  The purpose is to deepen students' understanding of Asian Canadian history and experiences, anti-Asian racism, share stories that instill pride in students’ […]

Land Acknowledgement The FascinAsian Film Festival acknowledges that we live and work in the territories of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, and Oji-Cree Nations, and the heartland of the Metis people. Treaty 1, signed in 1871, took this territory from seven local Anishinaabe First Nations to make the land available for settler use and ownership. […]

You are officially invited to the Asian Heritage Month 2024 Kickoff in two days!  Please kindly complete this form if you intend to attend this Kickoff event taking place prior to the Asian Changemakers Presentation by CBC and Past Lives film screening by FasinAsian Film Festival. (See this link for more details.)   Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:15 […]

You are invited! The Asian Heritage Foundation, along with the Centre for Newcomers, Calgary Vietnamese Canadian Association, Mennonite Central Committee Alberta, and University of Calgary, jointly kickstart the 2024 Asian Heritage Month with a featured event, Hearts of Freedom (HOF) – Stories of Southeast Asian Refugees museum exhibition. Exhibition from May 3-10, Open to the […]

Time: May 3 Friday 6pm to 8pm . Free Cultural workshop by Philippine Folkdance in collaboration with maharlika at PCCF location

It’s that time of year again! 🌸 🗓️ We’re so excited to invite you to our year end ✨ Dance Recital ✨ 🐥 Early bird tickets available now $25 ⏰ May 4 2024 | Doors open at 2:00 pm 📍 Heritage Christian Academy Auditorium 🎫 Link in linktree or kalabhavan.ca

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Calgary and uncover the hidden gems of the city's Chinatown! Join our community scavenger hunt and embark on a 4-week adventure that celebrates the rich culture, mouthwatering cuisine, and tight-knit spirit of this iconic neighbourhood.   This scavenger hunt features a unique blend of online and in-person challenges […]

Otafest is Calgary’s volunteer-run, non-profit, all-ages Japanese anime and pop culture festival featuring anime screenings, an exhibitor hall, community panels, cosplay contests, voice actors, concerts, and so much more!  

Come join us for a casual afternoon of family and community fun as we celebrate Asian Heritage Month. Activities include a lion dance performance and traditional Filipino dance, make-your-own paper flower from Chinese red envelopes (a gift for Mother's Day!), trivia game on Asian culture, Asian board games, Chinese shuttlecock kicking, and information booth.   […]

During this workshop you will meet the VIVO Mural artists, create your own neon light artwork and provide your input on our community mural project! This event is free and is open to all ages and all materials are provided. Snacks and refreshments will be provided during the workshop. Registration is limited so reserve your […]