During this Victoria Day long-weekend, families are welcome to experience a distinct aspect of Asian culture: the sedan chair challenge. This two-day event will feature challenging Sedan Chair races participated by over 20 teams for charity, a colourful parade, a fun-filled carnival and a spectacular fireworks display. This year’s parade highlights include an exhibition of Piao Se, a traditional Chinese folk performance displaying children floating in the air!

A Sedan Chair is a human-power carriage used as a transport vehicle, usually structured in a wooden frame supported by two horizontal poles. According to historical records, the Sedan Chair traces back to the Xia Dynasty (2205 - 1806 BC). It was once popularly used across China and nearby Asian countries.

For more information, please visit: http://tccsa.on.ca/sedan/


WHEN:
Sunday, May 20, 2012 (noon – midnight) Carnival, Parade, Races and Fireworks
Monday, May 21, 2012 (noon – 5 pm) Carnival


ORGANIZERS:
The Cross-Cultural Community Services Association (TCCSA)
Founded in 1973, the Cross-Cultural Community Services Association is a non-profit organization that helps new immigrants settle and integrate into Canadian society. TCCSA provides various kinds of settlement and English language training services through its four centres in Downtown Toronto, Markham, Scarborough, and Mississauga. www.tccsa.on.ca

Co-organized by: The Town of Markham