Chinese New Year 2012 Date:
This year, Chinese New Year is January 23, 2012. It is celebrated at the same time in Canada as in China.
What is the 2012 Animal Sign?
2012 will ring in the Year of the Dragon.Chinese New Year Celebrations in Canada:
Canada has a significant Chinese population, with major cities like Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto featuring bustling Chinatowns.
Across Canada, every January / February - although the date changes year to year - we celebrate Chinese New Year with parades (see parade photos), performances and food.
Cities in Canada will often have a Chinese community or cultural centre; check these for related events. You may also try tourism websites for events.
Across Canada, every January / February - although the date changes year to year - we celebrate Chinese New Year with parades (see parade photos), performances and food.
Cities in Canada will often have a Chinese community or cultural centre; check these for related events. You may also try tourism websites for events.
Chinese New Year, Vancouver, British Columbia:
- Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden offers a variety of Chinese New Year celebrations, including a parade on the day of Chinese new year.
Chinese New Year, Calgary, Alberta:
- The Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre offers a 3-day celebration of Chinese New Year that culminates in a gala evening that includes the Dragon and Lions Dance.
Chinese New Year, Ottawa, Ontario:
- Check local Chinese community centers for events.
Chinese New Year, Toronto, Ontario:
- The Shen Yun Performing Arts: 2012 World Tour has shows in Toronto in January at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
- Taste of the World Neighbourhood Bicycle Tours & Walks specializes in food and historical tours, especially in Chinatown and ethnic areas of Toronto. Guide Shirley Lum has special Chinese New Year events planned (these sell out quickly).
- Check the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto website for more Chinese New Year events in Toronto
Chinese New Year, Montreal, Quebec:
- The Shen Yun Performing Arts: 2012 World Tour comes to Montreal in January.
- Check the Chinese Community and Cultural Centre and for more Chinese New Year events in Montreal.
Find Your Chinese Zodiac Sign and Learn More about Chinese New Year:
Go China Guide, Sara Naumann, gives a nice overview of Chinese New Year, including how to find out your Chinese Zodiac sign. Learn more about Chinese New Year.
