With thundering drums, and the applause of hundreds of Calgarians, Sunday’s lion dance brought joy and probably a little prosperity to Chinatown. The lion dance was put on by Jing Wo Cultural Association martial arts
A new online visualization combining art and architecture is giving Calgarians a new way to explore the rich history of Chinatown. Reflective Urbanism: Mapping Calgary Chinatown connects the history of Calgary’s Chinese community through a
Calgary filmmaker Gabriel Yee is taking the lead to create a safe space for the city’s Asian community to gather and walk. Asian communities have expressed fear due to hate-fuelled attacks on citizens in their
While most of us have been focused on the impact of COVID-19 on our everyday lives, there has also been lots of attention being paid to how we can breathe life into downtown Calgary. It
A history-of anti-Chinese racism is behind an upcoming notice of motion to rename the James Short Park and parkade next to Calgary’s Chinatown. Coun. Druh Farrell said after consultation with the Chinatown Community Association, the
As Chinatown is redeveloped, the City of Calgary is looking to pay special attention to the area’s unique culture. The latest update on the area redevelopment plan for Chinatown was presented to the city’s planning
