Jiahemay Senior Association Participates in the 41st Carassauga Multicultural Festival
On May 23, 2026, Jiahemay Senior Association participated in the 41st Carassauga Multicultural Festival in Mississauga. Invited to perform at the China Pavilion, the association presented two Chinese classical dances, Spring Mountain and Snow Dragon Chant, which were warmly received by the audience with enthusiastic applause.
Despite heavy rain throughout the day, participants remained enthusiastic and committed. Before the performance, the dancers found an open space inside the venue to rehearse, prepare costumes, and complete their makeup. Their dedication and attention to detail reflected both their passion for the arts and their strong spirit of community participation.
More than 20 performers took part in the performance, while over 80 association members, volunteers, family members, and friends participated in the event. Volunteers assisted with photography, videography, logistics, and on-site support, helping ensure the smooth running of the program.
A particularly encouraging highlight was the participation of three teenage volunteers. Accompanied by their family members, they assisted with translation, photography, and on-site support, demonstrating a strong sense of community engagement and youth involvement.
During the festival, Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish and representatives from the Consulate General of China in Toronto also visited the China Pavilion, joining the audience in appreciating the performances and experiencing the vibrant multicultural atmosphere.
Carassauga is one of Mississauga’s most important annual multicultural events, featuring cultural performances, exhibitions, and international communities coming together in celebration of diversity.
For many years, Jiahemay Senior Association has actively participated in this festival. Through cultural performances, the association continues to promote community engagement, enrich the lives of seniors, and contribute to multicultural understanding and inclusion.
Text and Photos: Jiahemay Senior Association
May 23, 2026

家和美长者协会参加第41届 Carassauga 多元文化节
2026年5月23日，第41届 Carassauga 多元文化节在密西沙加举行。家和美长者协会应邀在中国展馆演出中国古典舞《上春山》和《雪龙吟》，精彩的表演赢得现场观众热烈掌声。
尽管当天大雨倾盆，但大家依然保持高度热情和投入。演出前，演员们在场馆内找到一块空地进行最后排练与准备，认真对动作、整理服装、精心化妆，以最佳状态登台，展现了协会成员对艺术的热爱与积极参与社区的精神风貌。
当天共有二十多位演员参加演出，同时八十多位协会成员、义工、家属及朋友共同参与活动。义工们在现场协助摄影摄像、物资管理及秩序协调等工作，保障活动顺利进行。
特别值得一提的是，三位十几岁的年轻义工也积极参与其中，在家人的陪同下协助翻译、拍摄及现场服务工作，展现了年轻一代参与社区服务的责任感。
活动期间，密西沙加市长Carolyn Parrish以及中国驻多伦多总领馆代表也来到中国展馆，与现场观众一同欣赏演出，感受多元文化节的热烈氛围。
Carassauga是密西沙加一年一度的重要多元文化盛会，通过文化展馆、舞台表演及各国美食展示，促进不同社区之间的交流与理解。
多年来，家和美长者协会持续参与这一活动，通过文化表演丰富长者生活，促进社区融合，并积极推动多元文化交流。
图文：家和美长者协会
2026年5月23日