By Wang Bei  Shaanxi Association of Canada              January 21, 2026, 00:01          Vancouver's autumn rain taps softly against the windowpanes, my hand trembling slightly as I hold the blue-and-white porcelain cup. Within the rising steam of the Biluochun tea, the setting sun on Xi'an's city walls, the evening drums and morning bells of the Bell and Drum Towers, and the figure of my mother kneading dough by the stove all drift back into view. Twenty years away from home

Shaanxi Association of Canada Wanchen Zhang 2026/1/23 “Baoji Station is approaching. All passengers please prepare to disembark...”   The station announcement snapped me out of my daze. After seven years, I once again set foot on the soil of Baoji, embarking on this journey back to my hometown. Departing by train from Aksu, my gaze remained fixed outside the window throughout the journey. The train raced across the Gobi Desert, where blue skies alternated with snow-capped mou

Shaanxi Association of Canada Mr. Han Jianjun January 24, 2026 It was the Cold Dew season many years ago when seven or eight of us teacher trainees arrived at a middle school on Dizhai Plateau for our practicum, backpacks in tow. Freshly harvested cornfields exposed moist earth, and flocks of sparrows swept across the ridges like grains swept up by the autumn wind, suddenly pausing to peck at the tracks left by the departing combine harvester. The children of the plains carri

Shaanxi Association of Canada           Du Yunfeng January 25, 2026 One of humanity's defining traits is sociality, where interaction forms the fundamental element. Everything that unfolds in social engagement carries an inherent inevitability, a kind of karmic connection. Some bonds form through shared schooling, others through shared neighborhood. Some even begin as adversaries—perhaps through a fight—only to become friends later. In short, all possibilities exist, and ever

Shaanxi Association of Canada December 14, 2025 00:00 Toronto is home to a large Chinese community, with numerous associations and organizations. Those born, raised, educated, or employed in China may join these associations. Having been born, attended university, pursued graduate studies, and worked in different provinces and cities, I have participated in numerous hometown association events during my 25 years in Toronto. Over the past six months, through performing Ansai

Shaanxi Association of Canada By Gao, Rong 2026/1/10 I was born and raised in Shaanxi, living on that land from the 1970s all the way through 2021. During those years, I witnessed China steadily grow stronger: scientific breakthroughs emerged one after another, and major projects impressed the world time and again. Over the decades, China truly transformed—from poverty to prosperity, from catching up to leading the way. An indescribable sense of pride often welled up within m

Canadian Shaanxi Association 2026/Jan.22nd By Li Li I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I would immigrate to Canada at my age. After retiring, I was living a quiet life in the ancient city of Xi'an. However, in 2010, my daughter immigrated to Canada and invited us to join her through family reunification.  My husband and I came to Toronto, Canada. Over these fifteen years of immigrant life, countless little stories have woven together the rich tapestry of my immigrant

Author: Ba Jiangshui January 19, 2026   Today, as an audience member in the stands, I watched their performance intently. I realized it was more than just the collision of drumsticks against drumheads—it was the continuation of bloodlines and culture in a foreign land. Back when the Shaanxi Association's Ansai Waist Drum Team was first being formed, the drumbeats were sparse, like the faint chirping of cicadas in autumn, lacking in conviction. Standing at the edge of the prac

Shaanxi Association of Canada   August 11, 2025   On the afternoon of August 10, 2025, the inaugural offline women's event co-hosted by SHE World and Her Pottery—titled “Ladies Assemble: Rejuvenate with Pottery”—successfully took place at Yan Law Firm and Her Pottery Studio on 105 Main Street in Unionville. The event received strong support from the Canadian Shaanxi Association, which specially sponsored authentic Shaanxi cuisine, adding a rich flavor of home and warm camarad

Shaanxi Association of Canada   July 17, 2025 Youth from Home and Abroad Gather for Cultural Exchange: Chang'an and Chinatown's “Gathering in Chang'an, Overseas Chinese See the Future” 2025 Summer Camp Opens in Xi'an In the midsummer heat of July, the ancient capital of Xi'an welcomed a youthful gathering spanning mountains and seas. This morning (July 11), the opening ceremony of the Chang'an and Chinatown “Gathering in Chang'an, Overseas Chinese See the Future” 2025 Summer

May 29, 2025 [Toronto, Canada] On May 25, 2025, under bright sunshine and vibrant spring scenery, the “Golden Years in Bloom: Seniors' Spring Outing” social gathering was grandly held at Milliken Park in Toronto. The event was hosted by the Canadian Shaanxi Association's Senior Services Center and co-organized with support from the Elderly Department of the Chinese Canadian Federation of Associations. Sponsored by Shaanxi Xifeng Liquor Co., Ltd., preparations for this event b

The Shaanxi Association of Canada Shines at 2025 World Tai Chi Day in Canada, Promoting Tai Chi Culture Globally   (Toronto Shaanxi Association News) On April 26, 2025 The 27th World Tai Chi & Qigong Day was held simultaneously in over 80 countries worldwide. Markham, in Canada's Greater Toronto Area, grandly hosted the second “World Tai Chi Day” celebration. The Huashan Tai Chi Club of the Shaanxi Association of Canada organized over 97 Tai Chi enthusiasts to actively partic

2025, April. With spring breezes blowing gently and hometown affection running deep, Toronto, Ontario, Canada welcomed Mr. Zhang Shoushan, President of the Myanmar Shaanxi General Chamber of Commerce, and his wife, Ms. Liu Ling, along with their delegation on April 14, 2025. The Canadian Shaanxi Association, in collaboration with the Canadian Shaanxi General Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Northwest General Chamber of Commerce, hosted a welcome banquet. At the authentical

Following the successful “Uniting Strengths, Gratitude to Sponsors” event hosted by the Shaanxi Association Council on March 9, 2025, on the morning of March 13, President Zhou Zhijun of the Canadian Shaanxi Association, accompanied by Vice President Jason Zhang, Commerce Minister Guo Lin, and Mr. Fan, visited Oakville to pay courtesy calls on sponsors and supporters of the association's activities. The delegation aimed to strengthen ties and engage in in-depth discussions on

By Shaanxi Association of Canada on March 2, 2025 At the Ninth Chinese Poetry Spring Festival Gala and Second Toronto Poetry Cultural Festival, the Canadian Shaanxi Association was honored with the “Outstanding Performance Group Award” for its exceptional performance. Among the highlights, the association's Ansai Waist Drum Troupe delivered a breathtaking drum performance that showcased the rich folk artistry of Shaanxi, earning unanimous acclaim from both the audience and th

Since its inception, the Canadian Shaanxi Association has provided diverse services to fellow Shaanxi natives and compatriots who have worked or lived in Shaanxi. We warmly welcome you to join our association. If you are currently studying or residing in Canada and meet any of the following criteria, you may apply regardless of age—including your children.    1. Individuals of Shaanxi origin  2. Relatives of individuals of Shaanxi origin  3. Individuals who have studied, work

On February 2, 2025, the grand “2025 Shaanxi Spring Festival Gala,” meticulously organized by the Canadian Shaanxi Association, was held at Dragon Pearl Restaurant in Markham, Greater Toronto Area. This magnificent New Year celebration brought together over 300 fellow Shaanxi natives, all gathered to welcome the Year of the Snake. The evening featured a rich array of programs and spectacular performances, with the venue filled with a strong sense of hometown joy. The grand dr

Ansai Waist Drum Team of the Shaanxi Association of Canada Feb 29, 2025   ---By Zhou, Jun   The Ansai Waist Drum Team of the Shaanxi Association of Canada was established in 2024, dedicated to promoting Ansai Waist Drum, an intangible cultural heritage of Shaanxi Province, showcasing the unique charm of traditional Chinese culture with its bold and unrestrained drumbeats. Since its establishment, the team has actively participated in various cultural events in Canada, freque

Shaanxi Association of Canada   Chapter 1 General Provisions 1.1   Name  The name of this association is “Shaanxi Association of Canada” (English name: Shaanxi Association of Canada).   1.2   Logo, Flag, Anthem Logo: Logo: Flag: Anthem Logo: Theme song (tentative): "Qin Feng Feng Yun, Building Dreams Together"     Lyrics of the anthem [Main song] Qin-Ling Mountains lead to the Yellow River Chang-An faces the country of maple An-Sai drum sounds over waterfalls Shaanxi accent e

Gao Rong, Secretary General of the Shaanxi Association of Canada, visited the Shaanxi Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese to discuss...