International superstar Maggie Cheung (In the Mood for Love) embodies tragic screen siren Ruan Lingyu, known as the “Greta Garbo of China,” in this unconventional biopic by Hong Kong New Wave master Stanley Kwan (Rouge). Praised for her moving and emotive onscreen presence, Ruan’s private life, which was frequent fodder for the vicious Shanghai tabloids, … Continue reading Virtual Screening – Center Stage (2019)
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Celebrate our local Albertan art scene with a free curator’s tour led by Lindsey Sharman and Danielle Siemens. They will take you virtually through the exhibition The Scene at the Art Gallery of Alberta, giving you an in-depth understanding of the artwork, with a special Q&A hosted after the tour. The Scene puts the spotlight on emerging to … Continue reading The Scene – Art Gallery of Alberta
DRAGON MASTERS is the untold story of the Chinese dragon in America. In celebration of Asian Heritage Month 2021 this film will be available for free viewing May 2nd - now until 11:59 pm https://www.dragonmastersfilm.com/
FREE introductory self-defence session led by Shang De Tai Chi Praying Mantis Martial Arts Association this Saturday, May 8, 1-2pm! The session will cover: basic self-defence, basic hand strikes and kicks, and street awareness. Register here: https://forms.gle/t2rPnQoTgU1atg5r8 If the participant is under the age of 18 years, instead of filling this google form, please email … Continue reading Self-Defense Workshop
May is Asian Heritage Month and there are many events in Edmonton and across Alberta. This year's theme is "Recognition, Resilience, and Resolve." No doubt, anti-Asian hate and discrimination is a major part of the conversation. A panel about anti-Asian hate and discrimination specifically against women featuring: Honourable Leela Aheer, Alberta Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism … Continue reading Discrimination Against Asian Women: A Panel with Politicians and Community Leaders
Presented by the Alberta Foundation of the Arts For this week’s Work of the Week, we are highlighting a few of the diverse artworks in our collection by Canadians of Asian descent, because May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada! Asian Heritage Month is a time to learn about and celebrate the many contributions of Canadians of … Continue reading Work of the Week Celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Edmonton was once touted with the moniker “City of Champions”, but that was about the city’s hockey and football teams that won Stanley Cups and Grey Cups. In Chinatown, and little known beyond the Chinese community, the Edmonton martial arts organizations have champions who competed worldwide and brought back numerous high honours. Want to hear … Continue reading Unsung in the City of Champions: The Story of Martial Arts and Lion Dance in Edmonton
Topic A Celebration of Asian Heritage at the University of Alberta Description On the occasion of the Asian Heritage Month in May, the Association of Chinese Canadian Professors (ACCP) & Engage India: Association of Professors (EIAP) in collaboration with University of Alberta International, will jointly host an event to celebrate the many achievements of our … Continue reading A Celebration of Asian Heritage at the University of Alberta
It begins with a Panel of Asian Distinguished Speakers who are leaders in their field. They share experiences with Youth for inspiration and offer candid discussion about limitations and successes in being Asian and where they are today. This will be followed by a moderated panel discussion with Youth Ambassadors across Canada sharing their experiences … Continue reading Inaugural Asian Youth Summit
