Celebrate Chinatown As A Destination

Highlight Chinatown as an exciting destination that is treasured by residents and visitors.

Iconic Chinatown’s around the world are celebrated destinations for local residents and visitors alike. They are destinations in and of themselves, providing daily needs for locals and places of social interaction and support. Being deeply rooted in culture with strong reference to history, Chinatowns also have a distinct identity centred on economy, traditionally strong in trade, markets and commerce. Edmonton’s Chinatown has many of the ingredients to support a strong sense of place. From enthusiastic shopkeepers and a range of festivals, to diverse and authentic food offerings and proximity to the downtown core, Edmonton’s Chinatown already offers great specialties. Opportunities to harness this uniqueness and to bolster and celebrate Chinatown as a destination with something for everyone can be enhanced. With increased programming and strategic promotion that focuses on Edmonton’s Chinatown as a destination, the area is poised to deliver a unique and genuine cultural experience unlike any other in the city.