Join us for a special tribute event to celebrate and remember Vancouver-born author Wayson Choy (1939-2019). Features readings from local writers who have been inspired by Choy’s legacy and his many remarkable contributions to the literary community. In partnership with the Asian Canadian Writers Workshop, Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC and UBC Creative … Continue reading
Our third set of “The Things We Carry’’ storytelling circles will feature three published authors: Joy Kogawa (from Ontario), Victoria Kuttainen (from Australia) and May Q. Wong (from Victoria). Each author will share her family migration story and reflections on migration. The size of the circles is designed to enable participants to interact with the featured storytellers in an intimate environment in the historic … Continue reading
The Philippines is a country with a deep and rich cultural history, and has been the top country of birth of immigrants in Canada, according to the 2016 Statistic Canada Census. Yet, how much do we know about the Philippines and its people, especially those who have emigrated to Canada and made their home here? … Continue reading
Philippines HISTORAMA — the history of the Philippines presented creatively through short plays, songs and dances — is brought to you in 2019 by popular demand! (Free seating starts at 1:45pm. Arrive early. Refreshments provided at intermission.) Co-written by historian Atty. Bernie Julve and community leader Carmelita Salonga Tapia, with input and advice from the … Continue reading
Philippines HISTORAMA — the history of the Philippines presented creatively through short plays, songs and dances — is brought to you in 2019 by popular demand! (Free seating starts at 1:45pm. Arrive early. Refreshments provided at intermission.) Co-written by historian Atty. Bernie Julve and community leader Carmelita Salonga Tapia, with input and advice from the … Continue reading
By Celia Leung & Esmie Gayo McLaren We can’t wait for Celia Leung and Esmie Gayo McLaren’s exhibit, Just Breathe – Scenes, Sounds, and Scents in Romantic Watercolours ! The opening reception is May 4, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at the Jeunesse Gallery of Fine Arts, 2668 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC. The exhibit will … Continue reading
Take a look at some great opportunities to give a hand and learn more about intercultural history in Pacific Canada! Coming up is our feature event: The Things We Carry – Storytelling at Joy Kogawa House. Two volunteers are needed to help facilitate storytelling circles. To get involved, email our volunteer coordinator at pchc.vol@gmail.com or … Continue reading
The Spring 2019 Newsletter is out! Click through the image above for many exciting developments, including upcoming events, community news and past events. If you missed this newsletter in your inbox, click here to subscribe. You can also find an archive of past newsletters here. Continue reading
The Cross Cultural Strathcona Walking Tour: Find out more about how early immigrants helped build Vancouver while exploring Vancouver’s east side neighbourhoods The Cross Cultural Strathcona Walking Tour celebrates the rich layered history of Vancouver’s downtown east side neighbourhoods: Hogan’s Alley, Jewish Strathcona, Japantown (Powell Street) and Chinatown. The guided walking tour builds awareness of … Continue reading
The Joy Luck Club A Retrospective Screening with Tamlyn Tomita Beloved by audiences around the world, The Joy Luck Club (dir. Wayne Wang) has provoked heated debates about race, gender, and representation. Twenty-five years after its release, and on the heels of the recent success of Crazy Rich Asians, please join us for an anniversary … Continue reading
We are pleased to announce our second set of “The Things We Carry’’ storytelling circles that will take place on the November 24th (1 pm – 5 pm). This event is free to those who sign up in advance and light refreshments will be provided. Thanks for the enthusiastic response from the community for our first set … Continue reading
