Event Recaps / 活动回顾
9th Annual Canada day drumming
第九届 “加拿大日击鼓节”
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month
庆祝亚洲文化月
On May 24, 2025, Edmonton successfully hosted a multicultural event celebrating Asian Heritage Month. Featuring music, dance, and Tai Chi performances, the activity promoted dialogue and understanding among Asian, African American, and Indigenous cultures.
Dr. Donald Yu, President of the NCCC Edmonton Chapter, opened the event by thanking the provincial government and community for their support, highlighting the value of cultural heritage and inclusion.
Ms. Mandy Quon, Assistant Dean of the Indigenous Studies Institute at the University of Alberta, shared insights on cultural transmission from an Indigenous perspective.
City Councillors Tim Cartmell and Jennifer Rice acknowledged the event’s role in fostering community unity and multicultural harmony.
The vibrant gathering showcased cultural diversity and enhanced mutual understanding and respect among ethnic groups.
We extend our gratitude to all participants, volunteers, and supporting organizations.
庆祝亚洲文化月：多元文化表演与社区对话成功举办
2025年5月24日，爱城成功举办”庆祝亚洲文化月”多元文化活动。通过音乐、舞蹈和太极等表演，促进了亚洲、非裔与原住民文化间的对话与理解。
全加华人联会埃德蒙顿分会会长虞仲孚医生致开幕词，感谢省政府与社区支持，强调活动对文化传承与社区共融的价值。
阿尔伯塔大学原住民研究院助理院长Mandy Quon女士分享了原住民视角下的文化传承意义。
市议员Tim Cartmell和Jennifer Rice均肯定活动对促进社区团结与多元和谐的积极作用。
整场活动气氛热烈，展现了文化多样性的魅力，增进了各族裔间的交流与尊重。
感谢所有参与者、志愿者与支持单位的贡献。
Ethnocultural Family Day Celebration
亚省民族文化家庭节
On February 15, 2025, the “Alberta Ethnic Cultural Family Festival”, co-hosted by the NCCC-Edmonton and the West District Seniors Activity Centre, was successfully held with provincial government funding and broad community participation.
The ceremony opened with the national anthem. Former Chief Billy Morin delivered the land acknowledgement. Dr. Haidong Liang and Dr. Donald Yu spoke, thanking government and community support while highlighting multicultural values.
Ms. Mandy Quon shared the importance of Indigenous cultural heritage for community connections. Councillor Tim Cartmell acknowledged the event’s role in promoting unity. Mayor Amarjeet Sohi praised cultural diversity and encouraged building an inclusive city.
The event featured cheongsam shows, harmonica performances, lion dances, and Ethiopian dances, showcasing multicultural charm.
This gathering strengthened community bonds through cultural exchange. We look forward to Edmonton continuing to create vibrant community stories through multiculturalism
2025年2月15日，全加华人联会-埃德蒙顿分会与西区长者活动中心联合举办“亚省民族文化家庭节”，活动获亚省政府资助，吸引众多居民参与。
仪式在国歌声中开始。前酋长Billy Morin宣读土地确认声明。梁海东博士、虞仲孚医生分别致辞，感谢政府社区支持，强调多元文化价值。
Mandy Quon女士分享原住民文化传承对社区联结的重要性。市议员Tim Cartmell肯定活动促进社区团结。市长Amarjeet Sohi称赞文化多样性，鼓励共建包容城市。
活动现场带来旗袍秀、口琴、舞狮及埃塞俄比亚舞蹈等精彩表演，展现多元文化魅力。
活动为社区提供交流平台，增强凝聚力。期待埃德蒙顿继续以多元文化谱写社区新篇章。