# Event Details - **Event Name**: Changing Chinatown - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Discover the past and present along Spadina Avenue through stories of migration, resistance, and change.About this EventFrom its Jewish roots to the growth of Toronto's Chinatown, see how community activism continues to shape the neighbourhood today.On this walk, we explore Toronto's Chinatown West, an area with a rich history of both cultural intersections and fierce advocacy. Engage with the mythology and symbolism of Chinese traditions, seen in public art and murals. Learn how a modern community centre was the former home of a gay advocacy group, a synogogue, and a Chinese Catholic Church. We'll also hear about community battles against historic racist laws, and past and ongoing development pressures which threaten key neighbourhood organizations, businesses, restaurants.About the Tour LeaderSherry Wu is a Toronto-based sustainable strategist with a background in climate advocacy, public facilitation, and storytelling. Born in Beijing and raised in London, Ontario, Sherry Wu brings both a personal and evolving connection to Chinese Canadian history and to Toronto’s Chinatown. As a relatively new resident of Toronto, they are excited to help bring to life the stories and histories of this important site of resilience, community, and cultural memory.Start Point: Huron Square (Huron St & Dundas St W)Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check-in. Feel free to call us at (647) 542-3450 if you are having trouble finding the start location.End Point: Julius Deutsch Park (40 Cecil Street)Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutesDistance and Terrain: This tour is approximately 1.1 kilometres in distance and takes place predominantly on paved city sidewalks and streets.Ticket Price and Registration: This tour is provided for $8.00/person. The total cost is $10.05 (includes a $2.05 transaction fee). Please note that space is limited on our tours. You may not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time. Cash cannot be accepted onsite.This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/60142740-9eec-11f1-86dd-a9509dccaf4b-rimg-w1200-h300-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/changing-chinatown/100001989343007487 - **Event Categories**: art, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Huron Square - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 11.04, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Huron Square - **lat**: 43.6534477 - **long**: -79.3961851 - **full address**: Huron Square, Huron Square, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Changing Chinatown - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a659984e390b30e773c0d377e61bf85f5a7e0ef75bdb59e2e6755e2186c01dac-rimg-w1200-h960-dc181716-gmir.jpg?v=1781075728 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Changing Chinatown being held? - **A:** Changing Chinatown takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Huron Square, Huron Square, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Changing Chinatown? - **A:** Changing Chinatown is organized by Heritage Toronto. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Changing Chinatown is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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