Albertans celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year: Year of the rabbit
began Saturday in Edmonton and Calgary, with events taking place over the next couple of weekends to celebrate the ancient tradition.
Kingsway Garden Mall in Edmonton is the main ground for celebrations in the city, while a festival kicked off at the Chinese Community Cultural Centre in Calgary.This year is the year of the rabbit, welcoming longevity, prosperity and care.“One of the things about Chinese New Year’s, it’s a celebration of the community and of culture. It’s a celebration of families. This is a joy to me and all people in the Chinese community.
Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek also commented on how the celebration is somewhat of a representation of overcoming the hardships of the past few years. “Being in Chinatown today, to celebrate the start of spring and the start of a year that is rooted in the principles of longevity, peace and prosperity, this is an important way to reflect. On how blessed we are to have each other in this journey of building, a city that is inclusive and welcoming to all.”
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