Hope you enjoy the website and find interest in our programs.

Nelson Wong
President

WHO ARE WE?

The Chinese Association of Vaughan was formed in 1986 to address the needs of the Chinese community in Vaughan. The goals of the Association was to promote, support and protect the social and cultural interests of our local Chinese community, to bridge the government and the Chinese community as well as to promote harmony between the Chinese community and other local communities.

To accommodate the requests of residents, the Association was later expanded to include all of York region. The newly renamed York Central Chinese Canadian Association was registered with the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Affairs I 1987 as a non-profit organization.

Since the beginning of the ‘80s, with the Chinese residents moved to the York Region, the membership also increased steadily. The Association holds regular weekly programs, youth leadership programs, informative seminars as well as fundraising activities for other non-profit organizations. The weekly programs include: Tai Chi class, Cantonese opera singing class, line-dance and ballroom dance classes, badminton and youth basketball practices.
The Association has taken an active role in the public arena, in nourishing the younger generation to co-operate and take responsibilities. At this date the Association has grown to be a representative of the Chinese residents and a force in the community.

In the new Millenium, in addition to continue serving the community, the Association  will participate more actively in the development of youth programs and the training of youth leaders.
 

Message from the President

Over the past 15 years, the Association has engaged actively in the public arena, in encouraging the residents to participate in mainstream society, in nourishing the younger generation to co-operate and take responsibilities. Membership increased steadily with the Chinese residents moving to the York Region.

Year 2000
The year 2000 was a year of actions, the Association has taken a gigantic leap in promoting the Chinese culture. In April, the Association, in conjunction with two other organizations, co-organized a very successful “1st Chinese Literary and Arts Contest for the Youth”. The Contest has drawn over 1,300 applications in six categories. The overwhelming response assured the importance of Chinese heritage in our community.

In November, the Association organized a fundraising event to support non-charitable organizations in the mainstream society. Over $12,000.00 was raised through the “Dance Fever Night” for Yee Hong Wellness Foundation. This would never be achieved without your active participation and generous donation.

The “Summer Youth Leadership” program, in its fourth year, was another favorable project.
It is most satisfying to see the youths, make good use of the summer month, grew in confidence and improved in communication skills. Needless to say, the regular evening programs, other than being learning sessions, serve as the berth of friendship.

Congratulations to Peggy Lau and Kevin Li, recipients of the Year 2000 Gold Award and Youth Scholarship Award. Both have made exceptional contribution in the development of the Association.

Year 2001
The year 2001 marks the 15th anniversary of the Association, the dinner dance party in February was very well received and participated by well-wishers of other Chinese Associations.

In March, YCCCA with Richmond Hill Chinese Baptist Church (Community Services) and Ming Pao continued to co-organize the “2nd Chinese Literary and Arts Contest for the Youth”. The Contest has drawn over 1,800 entries in eight categories. The overwhelming response assured the importance of Chinese heritage in our community. The contest website is  http://www.literarycontest.com

We would like to extend our invitation to all who are interested in the promotion of Chinese culture in Canada to contribute your time and expertise in this meaningful task. YCCCA email address is
eylchow98@yahoo.com

Year 2007
The year 2007 marks the 20th anniversary of the Association.

On March 17th, a Mah Jong Tournament took place at Empire Legendary Oriental Cuisine 新世界皇宮. After 8 rounds of play, Irene Cheung emerged as the mah jong champion among 52 contestents. Dinner and dance were followed. All contestents expressed strong interest to have mah jong tournament each year.

20th Anniverasry AGM Party was held on March 25th at Century Palace Restaurant. It was attended with capacity crowd. The 20th Anniversary Christmas Party is scheduled on December 22nd at Century Palace Restaurant. Volunteers will be recognized with gifts.

Our Current Board of Directors (Year 2007)