The month of May is recognized as Asian Heritage Month.

This colourful, fun-filled annual arts event showcases the highest-calibre performing, literary and visual arts designed specifically for families and youth. The International Children’s Festival brings together Canadian and international artists, and draws audiences from across Alberta.

Global Canadian Heritage Trail (located behind St. Albert Place along the river) features:

Chinese Calligraphy: Stephen Tsang of the Edmonton Chinese Bilingual Education Association will be leading the Chinese Calligraphy Session with Joy Wen and Megan Tsang. May 26 to 28, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm; May 29 9:30 am – 8 pm; May 30 9:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Origami Butterflies: Japanese art of paper folding with the help of the Edmonton Japanese Community Association