Date: August 15, 2023
From August 10 to 13, 2023, the faculty teams from Jia Hua School and the Quebec Confucius Institute set up tents at Montreal’s Old Port for a four-day display of Chinese culture at the Montreal Oriental Culture Festival. Despite varying weather, the booth, adorned with red lanterns and the Chinese flag, attracted numerous visitors. Teachers showcased calligraphy, traditional crafts, Chinese chess, Go, and even a chess robot. Visitors received Chinese name calligraphy, handmade crafts, and enjoyed cultural interactions. Performances, including Beijing opera and traditional Chinese music, captivated the audience. The event fostered curiosity and admiration for Chinese culture among locals and tourists, with some expressing interest in learning Chinese. The festival saw participation from 13 countries, and the dedicated efforts of the teachers highlighted the richness of Chinese culture and the desire for cross-cultural understanding and friendship.








