Places of Belonging: Looking at Chinese Societies in Vancouvers’ Chinatown
Many visitors go to Vancouver’s Chinatown in search of Chinese cuisine and specialty shops. But beyond these building's facades, a visible yet commonly overlooked fabric lines the streets.
Chinese Societies played an integral role throughout the lives of new immigrants that the Societies’ names are often written on the tombstones of deceased Chinese buried in Canada. Using his volunteer experience in one of the oldest clan Chinese Society, Chin Wing Chun Tong Society, join Larry Kin Fah Chin, as he provides insights on the purpose and importance of these spaces.
Pro-D for Educators | Places That Matter: How to Look at Cities – Granville Island
Places That Matter ‘How to Look at Cities” on Wednesday, January 15th 2025 from 9am-3pm at Granville Island. We will explore the area’s development, from sən̓aʔqʷ/Sen̓áḵw to heavy industry and today’s continued renewal of CMHC lands as Granville Island. John Atkin, civic historian will lead a morning and afternoon walking tour, along with guest speakers. We continue the conversations of place-based inquiry explorations and broadening the stories and cultures represented in public spaces. You will have the opportunity to explore this place on your own for lunch and through a scavenger hunt activity. The day will end with reflections, resources and field trip ideas.
Places that Matter Community Fair 2025
Join us at Heritage Hall for a family-friendly community fair with table displays, items for sale, crafts and a scavenger hunt. Learn about the many stories and people that connect us to the places that matter in our communities.
All are welcome to attend. By donation.
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