Chinese Cultural Centre Of Greater Toronto (Main Entrance via Progress Ave) — Attraction in Toronto

I don’t fully understand this place, beyond it being a venue to host sporadic events due to the parking and large halls. There is a senior centre in the basement that’s slightly hidden, but can see it being great for 60+ people to play pingpong and hangout.

Yet for it to be a ‘centre’ it is sorely lacking in actual activities / classes for general public to pop in and be part of (like the Korean and Japanese Cultural Centres) and while there are some city events held at Burrow Halls Community Centre next door, it’s not like the CCCGTA can take credit for them when there’s not even a door open connecting the two. It’s almost built to shut the public out which is confusing?

Beautiful art in staircase, but really was hoping for more permanent exhibits and ways to engage as a Chinese person rather than just the events now and then. Also, why does it seem so many community events held on Sunday mornings/afternoon and not other days? Also for very short time frame of just a few hours, so if I have any other conflict at all (like church) then I’ve missed it 😢

Still, glad this exists, but does feel like it could have just been any other large venue hall and not really a general gathering place for Chinese Culture in the city as things are geared more towards seniors/elderly and not younger people or...

UPDATE & REVIEW REVISION: Thank you for replying with detailed information! Greatly appreciate the explanations and it will help several parents understand much better!

I was just informed below the photo policy is based by the person who books the room. But this could be as simple fix as having notices with recommendations like: No flash Screen brightness at lowest option Minimize disruption to other attendees Keep recording sessions short Be mindful of your surroundings Respect people next to you Speak to your organizer if you have questions regarding specific policies as the centre is not responsible for them.

Parking is difficult and the city of Toronto should look into it. Nearby street parking is monitored closely and tickets are given out.

I like the cleanliness of the venue, the large amount of space it provides as it doesn’t feel crowded, it’s well ventilated and has...

I was invited by a friend to watch My Mulan. The tale of Mulan is quite inspiring and their rendition did not fall short. They tried to incorporate dancers of all ages - which I admired, it gives them the opportunity to showcase their talent and to grow into future performers. The dancers they had who played the adult character especially adult Mulan danced with such grace to which it appeared as she was dancing by gliding through the air. The gentleman who played Shang was equally talented. The premise of my mulan is to demonstrate that there is a "Mulan" within everyone who can surround adversity. The performance has the potential to rival the lion king if there was more focus on the actual mulan story. The showcase of talent was good and I look forward to their future...