Asian Canadians to Watch in 2023
We’ve rounded up the Asian Canadian talent to look out for in 2023.
Tiger Mom Redefined: How 2022 Films Subverted the Tired Trope
Films like “Turning Red” and “Everything Everywhere All At Once” challenge the often overused stereotype and reveal more about the matriarch’s inner dialogues and worries.
Asian Canadian Beauty and Wellness Brands
The Asian Canadian-owned and operated beauty and wellness brands you need to know.
Asian Canadian Food Brands
The Asian Canadian-owned and operated food brands you need to know.
Asian Canadian Jewelry Brands
The Asian Canadian-owned and operated jewelry brands you need to know.
Asian Canadian Fashion Brands
The Asian Canadian-owned and operated fashion brands you need to know.
Asian Canadian Lifestyle Brands
The Asian Canadian-owned and operated lifestyle brands you need to know.
Romeo Candido Aims to Be a ‘Beacon of Hope’ for Young Asian Filmmakers
The award-winning Filipino-Canadian filmmaker reflects on his journey as he is honoured by the Reel Asian Film Festival as this year’s Canadian Spotlight Artist.
7 Must-See Films to Catch at the 2022 Reel Asian Film Festival
The Toronto International Reel Asian Film Festival (a.k.a. Reel Asian) returns in-person and online Nov 9 – 20, 2022.
Randall Park Says Blockbuster is ‘Like a Warm Hug’
“I hope that the people that watch the show feel inspired, and appreciate and acknowledge the people in their lives,” says the Korean American actor.
10 Asian-Led Horror Films to Watch This Halloween and Beyond
Chill your bones this Halloween with films featuring Asians and Asian stories.
Ali Kazmi Finally Feels On Top of the World
After establishing himself as a TV star in Pakistan, the actor had to start from scratch when he moved to Canada. Now, he’s found his groove.
From Partner Track to The Summer I Turned Pretty and To All The Boys: Why Aren’t There More Asian Couples on Screen?
“As Hollywood reckons with a lack of representation on screen and behind the scenes, having an Asian woman deciding between two white men [in ‘Partner Track’] left me wondering why there are so few Asian love stories on my TV.”
How Basketball Helped a GTA Native Endure Isolation in Vietnam
In an unfamiliar world, basketball was Will Tran’s safe haven.
In Conversation with Carol Lim and Humberto Leon
The co-founders of Opening Ceremony reminisce about their past life as mallrats and spotlight the importance for creatives to live in accordance with their authentic story.
17 Essential Asian-Hosted Podcasts
Picks for whether you’re looking to learn something new, connect with your community, or just be told a good story.
New Streaming Service Cpics Aims to Fill the Gaps of South Asian Stories on Film and Television
“We need more content made by South Asian filmmakers that is authentic to the South Asian experience without having to mould to the platform they are on,” said Kavi Raz, the CEO and founder of Cpics.
The Asian Films and Filmmakers Coming to TIFF 2022
From Lee Jung-jae’s directorial debut to Shekhar Kapur’s cross-cultural romantic comedy, here are the movies by Asian filmmakers making a splash at this year’s festival.
Lina Li’s ‘Have You Eaten?’ Portrays the Complexities of the Immigrant Mother-Daughter Relationship
The candid short sees the Asian Canadian filmmaker and her mother engage in an intimate conversation about immigration to Canada, misunderstandings, barriers to communicating, love and the taste of home.
Craig Wong, Chef and Restaurateur
The owner of Patois & Bar Mignonette on food, family, and providing during the pandemic.