Sharing the work of fellow Canadians at the NCCAAAR in honour of Asian Heritage Month. A powerful video that we all need to watch. We are proud to join the National Coalition of Canadians Against Anti-Asian Racism (NCCAAAR) in calling on all #Canadians to recognize and stand up against all forms of #antiAsian racism in our communities. #FaceRace #StopAsianHate #AsianHeritageMonth
Read MoreOutrage and disappointment that at this point in our history in North America, this is happening, and sadness for our elder generation that has already gone through so much more racial discrimination in their lifetimes, while trying to pave a better life for us. The central tenet of my grandparents’ and parents’ generation of immigrant Chinese was to provide for family, often making clear personal and material sacrifices with complete dedication to provide for the next generation. They deserve better, and outrage is simply not enough. What can we do that is actionable and that will make a difference long-term?
Read MoreI think at some point, every 2nd Generation immigrant is questioned about their identity. No better example comes from the cliché, “Where do you come from?”. We are asked this from childhood and are often confused by the follow-up question, “No, where are you REALLY from?”. As we grew older, it became a complex emotional response that I, at least, almost never vocalized. This year, by some unintentional force of nature, is our moment where we embrace who we are.
Read MoreThis week, the Asian community in North America is in shock, as the heightened xenophobic hate crimes driven by racism and hatred has torn into our hearts. The damage these acts cause is immeasurable. Racism against any group hurts the community, causing wounds and trauma that impact the entire generation and the next. We all need to stand up, speak up, get involved, and represent our culture such that it is strengthened by our individual voices and actions.
Read MoreWe are so honoured to be recently awarded "Best Cultural Event" by the authority on events in North America, BizBash! This is the 2nd Bizbash Event Style Award for Fête Chinoise, and the 6th time we have been nominated as a finalist in our categories. Our 2020 gala, Dreams Take Flight, was widely covered across different Canadian media outlets. We'll see you all at our signature event in 2022!
Read MoreEvery new red pocket is an opportunity to push the cultural narrative forward, but what often happens, is that it can quickly become a missed opportunity or even reverse the momentum. There are times when we are pleasantly surprised, when a design that raises the bar is released and inspires the world. Read on to see what luxury brands designed for their red pockets in 2021!
Read MoreLast but not least, here are the predictions for those born in the year of the Pig, Dog, and Rooster! 你是出生於豬年、狗年、雞年？今天我們細談你們的生肖年運。連同前三天的刊文，十二生肖年運全套已經為大家揭曉。
Read MoreDo you have any friends born in the year of the Horse, Sheep, or Monkey? 生肖屬馬、羊、猴年的朋友們，請留意！伍子明師傅詳細分析你們的流年吉星及凶星，為大家帶來啟示！
Read MoreFor those born in the year of the Rabbit, Dragon, and Snake... here are your predictions! Part 3 & 4 to follow. 即將踏入牛年，期望萬象更新、新一年運勢暢旺，惡運退去！今天我們為你揭曉牛年十二生肖運勢第二部分，兔年、龍年、蛇年出生的朋友，別錯過！希望新的一年裡，好運都伴隨你們！
Read MoreThe hundreds and hundreds of hours that go into creating this magical time and place together is supported by a dream to celebrate Chinese culture in a contemporary, relevant and inspiring fashion. Through our project, we uplift the community with incredible storytelling and meaning, connecting culture with identity in ways never before imagined. Join us as we look back on our 5th Anniversary Gala.
Read MoreLunar New Year is one of the most important festivals for ethnic Chinese communities. It symbolizes the beginning of the new year and is also an opportunity for families to reunite. Although everyone cannot gather as a family during the pandemic times, you can still create a joyous atmosphere in your own social bubble and implement some traditional New Year customs to send New Year blessings to relatives from a distance! Read on to find out more.
Read MoreBy the end of day on January 5, 2021, the Mahjong Line Company issued an apology that is likely intended to sound sincere, but ends in staking a claim that Mahjong has roots in China and America — yet another face palm moment. So, what’s next? Is there more to discuss? The most transformative thoughts and work of our society usually comes from the deeply personal, so allow me to enter from my perspective.
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