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Asian Heritage Month, celebrated each May across Canada, recognizes the diverse cultures, histories and enduring contributions of Asian communities — from East, South, Southeast, Central and Western Asia. This month provides a valuable opportunity to reflect on their unique journeys and rich legacies, highlighting their roles in shaping our society.
At Seneca Polytechnic, our commemorations emphasize meaningful connections to Asian heritage through culturally significant performances, art forms and traditions. By highlighting authentic practices, we foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the distinct cultural identities within our community. We invite you to join in and discover the diversity of Asian experiences through the activities and learning opportunities at Seneca for Asian Heritage Month.
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Campus Art Feature
Morris Lum is a Missisauga-based photographer and arist whose work explores the hybrid nature of the Chinese-Canadian community through photography, form and documentary practices.His work also examines the ways in which the Chinese history is represented in the media and archival material.
Jinli BBQ is part of Lum’s Tong Yan Gaai (Chinatown) series and is a 2015 photograph of a now closed Chinese restaurant located in Edmonton, Alberta. The series showcases photographs of Chinatown communities that have been built across the United States and Canada for the purpose of settlement and growth. It explores how these neighbourhoods express "Chinese" identity through structural enclaves such as small mom and popshops, Chinese restaurants and community organizations, and how rapid architectural and economic changes continue to shape the communities.
Visit Jinli BBQ left of B3038, Level 3, Building B, Newnham Campus • Learn more in the art catalogue
Field Notes offers a collection of resources that the R&I team has personally engaged with, reflected on and found meaningful in their own learning. This edition is specific to Asian Heritage Month, and aims to deepen awareness and support inclusive practice.
Explore the achievements, contributions, and experiences of Asian in Canada with this curated selection of ebooks, streaming videos, journal articles and websites from Seneca Libraries. These resources provide insights into their rich histories, highlighting their impact on society both past and present.
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For Edelnario (Del) Jr. Garcia, health and safety is personal: he loves knowing his work helps people go home safely every day. Now a Health and Safety Manager with the Nuclear Waste Management Organization, he shares how Seneca Polytechnic helped him translate international experience to Canadian expectations, and why persistence, consistency and mastering the basics have shaped his career growth.
Stories of Asian students and alumni whose journey and work continue to shape our communities.
Dayson Dong, a graduate of the Bachelor of Engineering (Software Engineering) program, speaks about his experience as a student.
Edward Montoya, a student in the Civil Engineering Technology program, is featured for visiting every TTC subway station to collect a paper transfer.
Harshal Chohan, a graduate of the International Business Management and Supply Chain Management programs, has been selected by his employer for a professional development program.
Gina Khan, a graduate of the School of Media, is honoured for her work as Director of Communications for Cloud and AI at Microsoft.
Ali Naqi, a graduate of the Graphic Design program, discusses his career success.
Katherine Faith Evangelista, a student in the Immigrants and Refugees - Social Services program, speaks about her internship with Asian Community AIDS Services.
Nina Piao, a graduate of the Nursing Leadership & Management program, speaks about moving to New Brunswick to work as a nurse.
Isabel Kanaan, a graduate of the Acting for Camera & Voice program, discusses the new season of "Abroad," the sitcom she co-created that airs on OMNI Television.
Michelle Dao, a graduate of the Illustration program, has illustrated a new children's book written by Tyna Legault Taylor.
Jennifer Tam, a student in the Opticianry program, was awarded first place out of more than 40 submissions for a prestigious scholarship.
Unsalted Films, a Toronto-based indie collective that includes five Seneca Polytechnic graduates, won Best Film at a recent 48 Hour Film Project
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