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May is Asian Heritage Month. This acknowledges the long and rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to Canada. It also provides an opportunity for Canadians across the country to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Asian Canadians to the growth and prosperity of Canada.

Canada’s cultural diversity strengthens the country socially, politically and economically in innumerable ways. Asian Heritage Month is an ideal occasion for all to celebrate the beauty and wisdom of various Asian cultures.

Asian Heritage Month has been celebrated in the United States since 1979. Over the past decade, many Asians in Canada have begun to celebrate their heritage during the month of May. In December 2001, Senator Vivienne Poy introduced a motion in the Senate of Canada to designate May as Asian Heritage Month. The Government of Canada officially recognized May as the Asian Heritage Month in May, 2002.

Canadians are invited to take part in the events that honour the legacy of Asian Canadians. It is a time to participate in festivities across the country that celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Asian Canadians, who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation we know today

For more information, visit the Canadian Heritage website and click for a list of events and activities sponsored by the Vancouver Asian Heritage Month Society.