Give to Gain A Chronicle of the 2026 International Women’s Day Celebration in Edmonton Reported by Lynn Wang 【CMHnews Edmonton】 On the evening of March 4, Edmonton hosted a warm and empowering International Women’s Day celebration. Organized by Alberta Counsel, the annual gala took place downtown, bringing together female representatives from government, non-profifit organizations, media, and community groups to discuss female leadership, social responsibility, and the future o

【CMHnews Post】 EDMONTON  – On February 24, 2026, the Rotunda of the Alberta Legislature Building was brilliantly illuminated as guests from all walks of life gathered to celebrate the Lunar Year of the Horse. The ceremony was hosted by the Honourable Ric McIver , Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, to honor the outstanding contributions of the Asian-Albertan community and to look forward to new opportunities for Canada-China cooperation.   Dignitaries Gather: Cros

【CMHnews】 Actor-turned-entrepreneur Li Yapeng said on Wednesday that details regarding public donations to Beijing Smile Angel Children's Hospital will be disclosed after a new site for the hospital is confirmed.       Li made the remarks at the hospital's annual meeting, where he became emotional while addressing staff and supporters. "With the care and support from all sides, I believe we can get through this difficult period," he said.       The hospital has recently drawn

【CMHnews Post】Consulate-General of the PRC in Calgary Hosts 2026 Spring Festival Reception in Edmonton Reported by Lynn Wang  Photo by Yongming An      On February 6, 2026, on the occasion of the Lunar Year of the Horse, the Consulate-General of China in Calgary hosted the “Warm Spring, Celebrating Chinese New Year” Spring Festival Reception in Edmonton. Consul-General Zhao Liying extended her festive greetings to overseas Chinese communities, international students, staff of

【CMHnews Post】Learning Chinese Quyi with Me （2） Writer：RenMei Wang      "Where does the drum come from?"      Beijing Drum-song is one of the major Quyi (traditional storytelling and singing) forms of northern China. Yet long before it was known by this name, drum-accompanied storytelling already existed.      In the Southern Song dynasty, the poet Lu You wrote in “Little Boat Wandering Near the Village Cottage — Returning by Boat, Part Four”:      At sunset on the old road b

【CMHnews Post】A Global Vision for a Winter City ，from Ice and Snow to Artifificial Intelligence: How Edmonton Positions Itself in Global Urban Competition？ Edited & Reported by Lynn Wang       On January 23, 2026, CMH News (Multicultural Herald) conducted its fifirst in-depth interview of the year with Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack at City Hall. This marked the publication’s fifirst face-to-face mayoral interview of 2026 at Edmonton’s municipal government.       The interview began w

【CMHnews Post】EDMONTON — On February 5, just after the start of spring, Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, enjoyed clear skies as snow quietly melted under the warm sunshine. In this city renowned as the “City of Champions,” a sacred land for ice hockey, the Chinese Men’s National Ice Hockey Team played the final game of its North American Exhibition Tour at Clareview Arena. With solid defense and efficient offense, Team China defeated the Concordia University of Edmonton Thun

【CMHnews Post】Learning Chinese Quyi with Me （1）     Hello everyone, my name is Cheryl Wang. Starting this year, I will be sharing my passion for Chinese traditional folk arts (Quyi) with readers of CMH News in both Chinese and English.       This series explores Chinese heritage arts—Quyi—through listening, learning, and storytelling, sharing the essence of China’s oral traditions, fostering cross-cultural exchange and cultural diversity, and keeping these traditions vib

【CMHnews Post】 Building New Opportunities for Canada–China City Cooperation Through Ice and Snow On January 6, 2026, Andrew Knack, Mayor of Edmonton, delivered a keynote address at the Global Mayors Dialogue · Harbin in Harbin, China. The visit coincided with the 40th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Edmonton and Harbin, marking a significant milestone for advancing political trust, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange at the municipal level ami

【CMHnews Post】Reporter / BingQing      On the evening of December 7, 2024, the Calgary chapter of the Chinese Freemasons – Mun Ji Doo hosted its Christmas Gala and Anniversary Celebration, bringing together several hundred representatives and guests from across the local community. The event marked four historic milestones: the 114th anniversary of the Mun Ji Doo, the 106th anniversary of the Dart Coon Society, the 62nd anniversary of the Freemasons Athletic Association, and

【CMHnews Post】On November 14, the Superbounce Table Tennis Club held its Open House and “Wang Zhen Masterclass” event in Calgary. The event drew an enthusiastic crowd of more than one hundred attendees, including representatives from the Chinese Consulate-General in Calgary, leaders of local Chinese associations and multicultural community organizations, young players, families, and table tennis enthusiasts. Coinciding with the 55th anniversary of China–Canada diplomatic rela

【CMHnews Post】— A 37-Year Blessing Comes to an Ends in Tianjin “God’s Kitchen,” the first Sichuan hotpot restaurant, a veteran icon of the catering industry in Tianjin, will officially ends its 37 years of glory. The restaurant’s registered brand name along with its associated goodwill assets, as well as the core trademarks will be auctioned publicly by Dingtian Auction House on November 10.     Founded in 1988 by a local couple and now operated by their second-generation

【CMHnews post】—— Reflections on the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War Written by CEO of CMH NEWs Yanni Xie Translated by BingQing         At nine o’clock on the morning of September 3, 2025, the roar of ceremonial salutes echoed through Tiananmen Square as white doves took flight. The grand military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s

【Joseph said】I want to lead a transformation away from the “old system” of privilege and excuses, toward a modern, accountable, people-focused Edmonton.        1. As the candidate of the City council, can you share an overview of your work and highlight specific achievements that have positively impacted your community?   My background is not in politics, but in practical management and community advocacy. For over a decade, I worked as an Area Operations Manager, resp

【CMHnews post】Happy Birthday, Motherland! On the evening of September 25th, the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre was brightly lit as...

【CMHnews】New archaeological findings at the Sanxingdui Ruins in southwest China's Sichuan Province have uncovered a vast collection of...

【CMHnews】Fireworks display in the Himalayas co-organized by outdoor brand Arc'teryx and artist Cai Guoqiang has triggered an outcry among Chinese netizens over ecological concerns and cultural disrespect. A newly exposed on-site speech by Cai during the fireworks show once again draws public criticism.       That day, Cai wore an orange Arc'teryx jacket and exclaimed emotionally during his speech, "It's a circling dragon! So spectacular!"       He thanked local herders, anima

【CMHnews】A robot doctoral candidate named "Xueba 01" recently enrolled at the Shanghai Theatre Academy (STA), media reported on Tuesday....

【CMHnews】A shipment of cargo labelled with "Smart and Secure Trade Lane (SSTL)" completed customs clearance on Sunday at Xiamen Customs...

【CMHnews】Photo shows the wall featuring renowned Chinese writer Lu Xun holding a cigarette near the Lu Xun Memorial Hall in Shaoxing,...