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 […]

Which objects do you disregard and which objects do you value in your daily life? In bring back as souvenirs Snack Witch Joni Cheung examines the relationships between objects, place and identity through creating silk screened replicas of the good morning towel,  a prominent object used throughout their childhood and reexamined in their adulthood. ⁠If you […]

Come to celebrate Asian Heritage Month at Chinese Cultural Center at Calgary! Entry is Free.

Time & Location May 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Nikkei Cultural & Senior Centre, 2236 29 St SW, Calgary, AB T3E 2K2, Canada Reservation Link: https://www.njcayyc.com/en/event-details-registration/kimono-fair/form About the event Ever wondered what it feels like to wear a kimono? Well, you can take photos, enjoy Japanese teas and snacks and learn about Japanese […]

This exhibition is about the resilience of Chinese Canadians against the lasting oppressing impacts of the Chinese Exclusion Act (1923-1947) that created absences in Chinese Canadian communities, such as generational severance, lack of representation in leadership, and erasure from the dominant Canadian narrative. This history has been omitted from Canadian history and continues to be […]

Calgary’s eclectic Gai Lan Ensemble presents a special concert to celebrate Asian Heritage Month. The program is a conversation between the past and present, where ancient instruments made from silk and bamboo give voice to exciting new musical works. You will hear 5 new compositions written and arranged by Asian composers: Rita Ueda (Canada/Japan), Chris […]

Join Our Dialogue To register, kindly RSVP via the registration form. What You Can Expect: A dialogue between Calgary's Asian Canadian community groups and organizations to advance equity and inclusion through collaboration.

Join us for an evening of learning, knowledge sharing, connection, and cultural entertainment. The Women's Centre and Diversecities will be highlighting the contributions, journeys, and experiences of Asian Canadians in the local community through a panel discussion.   Registration/Inquiries: Please contact the Women's Centre at rsvp@womenscentrecalgary.org / 403-264-1155