Gathering over 100 guests at the Museum of Vancouver, the annual Banquet of Stories celebrated Pacific Canada's diverse cultural tapestry through an afternoon of food, music, and shared narratives. Attendees experienced moving live performances, an inspiring leadership panel, and culinary creations paired with migration journeys from four local restaurateurs. The event bridged cultures and sparked new friendships, uniting the community through the shared power of conversation and heritage.

Through the lens of her rural upbringing in Japan, the energy of New York, and her lived experience with a sudden spinal cord injury, Keiko Honda redefines belonging not as a fixed place, but as a fluid, lifelong practice. This evocative profile explores how she transformed personal adversity into a vibrant creative movement in Vancouver, founding the AIR Salon to weave deep human connections across generations. It is an intimate look at a journey shaped by resilience, family memory, and the enduring art of becoming.

Our first co-sponsored comedy show brought the house down as comedian Scarlet Chen shared her brilliant, unapologetic truth about the trials of citizenship and belonging. Alongside guest speakers Molly Chen and Nancy Ho, the evening ignited powerful conversations about the Asian Canadian immigrant experience through shared laughter and cultural pride. Complete with delicious Cambodian and Filipino culinary treats, it was an unforgettable celebration of community, identity, and the power of storytelling.

Discover the inspiring journey of Marlo Browne, a Barbadian-born poet, filmmaker, and community builder navigating life as a minority in Canada. Through powerful spoken word and visual storytelling, Browne tackles themes of social injustice, migration, and identity to amplify underrepresented voices.