Summary
- The Journey of the Horse exhibit at the Mah Society of Edmonton showcases over a century of Chinese-Canadian history.
- Created by Sue Mah and Andrea Maru, the exhibit highlights the struggles, discrimination, and successes of early Chinese settlers in Canada.
- The Mah Society of Edmonton was formed in 1917 to support Chinese immigrants who faced barriers and discrimination in Canada.
- Chinese immigrants were subject to a head tax and the Chinese Immigration Act, which banned all Chinese immigrants until 1947. A federal government apology was issued in 2006.
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- The article discusses the experiences of Chinese immigrants in Edmonton, Canada.
- It highlights the challenges faced by immigrants such as language barriers and assimilation into Western culture.
- The exhibit, “Journey of the Horse,” aims to preserve Chinese history and culture in Edmonton.
- The exhibit also seeks to revitalize Chinatown and educate the community about Chinese traditions.
