Lest We Forget: Commemoration of Nanjing Massacre 1937

ALPHA Education and WongAvery Asia Pacific Peace Museum (APPM), Chinese Professionals Association of Canada (CPAC), and Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (CCCGT) will co-host the Nanjing Massacre Commemoration on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the P.C. Ho Theatre of the CCCGT (5183 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough).

This event aims to promote public awareness in Canada about the history of World War II in Asia and the devastating impact of war on humanity through a commemoration ceremony and the screening of the award-winning docudrama “Iris Chang: The Rape of Nanking”. This film, planned and produced by ALPHA Education (formerly Toronto ALPHA), premiered in Canada and China on the 70th anniversary of the Nanking Massacre, arousing significant attention within the community. It retells this tragic history through the personal journey of Iris Chang as she shouldered the burden of breaking the historical silence of WWII in Asia. Attendees are invited to reflect on the importance of peace, empathy, respect, and the role individuals can play in fostering harmony in our society.

The Nanjing Massacre, which started from December 13, 1937, remains one of the most horrific atrocities committed during World War II in Asia. In just six weeks, the Japanese military indiscriminately slaughtered 300,000 Chinese civilians, including women and children. In 2017, Ontario passed Motion 66, officially designating December 13 as Nanjing Massacre Commemorative Day, to emphasize the importance of learning from history.

This commemorative event will provide a platform for Ontario residents, particularly members of the Asian-Canadian community, to remember and pass on this historical legacy. The event is expected to have over 600 community members and representatives from different levels of government. Community members, corporations, and individuals are encouraged to purchase tickets and sponsor the event to help inspire younger generations to engage with history. This will also enhance opportunities for universities, institutions, scholars, and students from around the world to participate in historical research and education projects.

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For ticket purchases and sponsorship opportunities, please visit the event page: https://www.asiapacificpeacemuseum.com/event.