An East Chinatown Tour: Exploring Secret Tales of Migration, Culture, and Community Resilience
Kaitlyn Chan
Ever wonder what lies beyond Toronto’s famous Chinatown that runs along Spadina Ave.? Join us to explore the lesser-known East Chinatown, full of untold stories and a rich history. In partnership with the University of Toronto’s School of Cities and the Toronto Chinatown Land Trust, this tour will be, filled with stories of migration hardship, community resilience, and a bit of local gossip!
Chinatown East, a haven for new immigrants, is a tapestry of affordable living, cultural diversity, and historical significance. On this tour, we'll peel back the layers of daily life and reveal hidden tales of protection, secrecy, and solidarity. We’ll also examine its present – the threats it faces and what it means to current and future generations.
Walk Start:
Statue of Dr Sun Yat Sen, Riverdale Park. Broadview Ave &, Langley Ave
Que Ling Vietnamese Cuisine, Boulton Ave & Gerrard St E
Walk End:
Date:
Start Time:
Sunday, May 4
11:00:00 AM
Duration:
1:30:00
Language:
English
Theme:
Architecture and Urban Planning, Arts and Culture, History and Places, Lived experiences and personal perspectives, People and Communities
Accesibility:
Uneven terrain, Busy sidewalks, Dog-friendly walk, Walk leader will use audio amplification
Attendees Identify You:
Meeting at the Statue of Dr Sun Yet Sen at Riverdale Park, the tour Leader will be waving a large tote bag with the TCLT logo on it.