May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the official declaration of May as Asian Heritage Month!

Asian Heritage Month in Canada is a time to reflect on and recognize the many achievements and contributions that Canadians of Asian heritage have made and continue to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous nation it is today.

Asian Heritage Month has been celebrated since the 1990s. In December 2001, the Senate of Canada adopted a motion proposed by Senator Vivienne Poy to officially designate May as Asian Heritage Month in Canada. In May 2002, the Government of Canada signed an official declaration to announce May as Asian Heritage Month.

The theme for Asian Heritage Month 2022 is “Continuing a legacy of greatness.” This month is a reminder for all Canadians to come together to combat anti-Asian racism and discrimination in all its forms. https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/asian-heritage-month.html

Looking for some novels for your summer reading list?  Check out our display featuring Canadian authors of Asian heritage. Discover your next favourite author!

Visit the Canadian Heritage website for educational resources, including a list of significant events in the history of Canadians of Asian heritage and noteworthy Canadians of Asian heritage.