Standing in the Doorway Exhibition

Lived Histories & Experiences of the Chinese Community

Home. Place. Belonging. Throughout Canadian history, people of Chinese descent have contributed to the development of our nation. They resisted and persevered, overcoming stereotypes, labels, and racist policies. Now, we commemorate and remember the contributions of Chinese Canadians over the past 100 years since the Chinese Exclusion Act. Explore, learn and listen to the stories, traditions, and knowledge of the diverse Chinese Canadian community from Markham and York Region through the exhibition, website, and our educational program.