Vancouver Chinatown revitalization funding of $2.2 million announced
Province of B.C. provides funds to create a more vibrant neighbourhood, including restored storefronts and historic neon signs
Chinatown at night on 100-block East Pender Street in full neon splendour, 1960. Chung Collection, UBC Library and Rare Books
THE PROVINCE OF B.C. today announced $2.2 million for the revitalization of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
The funding will be provided to the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation for the restoration of storefronts and historic neon signs, lighting upgrades for Chinatown businesses, and infrastructure upgrades to the Chinese Cultural Centre.
“Chinatown is a strong community today and it's also a living part of the shared heritage of this city, province and country," Premier David Eby says in a release. "It's part of our past, our present and thanks to the commitment of community leaders like the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, it will be a vital part of our future for generations to come. Our government is proud to support this good work."
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation is dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of a prosperous and inclusive Vancouver Chinatown. The foundation supports projects that improve the well-being of local businesses and residents and preserve cultural heritage.
"Vancouver's Chinatown is more than just a neighbourhood. It symbolizes the city's resilience, perseverance and pride," Carol Lee, chair of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation says. "With the contribution from the Province of British Columbia, we will be able to undertake projects that honour the past, embrace the present and create a thriving community for future generations. On behalf of all of Chinatown, we thank Premier Eby for his continued support in revitalizing Vancouver's historic Chinatown."
Lorraine Lowe, executive director, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Chinese Garden, adds: "There is a positive synergy happening throughout the community and co-ordination across all three levels of government. It is refreshing to witness the Yin-and-Yang principle of a classical Chinese garden with the balance of forces working together to create harmony, longevity and prosperity in our neighbourhood. I am confident we will see remarkable improvements with this funding."
See https://www.chinatownfoundation.org/ for more information.
