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This is when Asian Heritage Month is celebrated
What is MAY?
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This man became the first person of a visible minority group to lead a major Canadian federal political party on a permanent basis.
Who is Jagmeet Singh
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This actress is best known for her roles as Cristina Yang in Grey's Anatomy, and Eve Polastri in Killing Eve. she was also named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2019
Who is Sandra Oh
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A triangle shaped pastry with a savory filling that mostly consists of vegetables like spiced potatoes, onions, and peas, but can also include meat or fish, or even cheese.
Samosa
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This country follows their own zodiac and is represented by 12 different animals
China
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Author and Chinatown historian , this person has written seven books about the history, culture and traditions of the Chinese in Canada. Her work has been shortlisted for the Ontario Speaker’s Book Award, the Heritage Toronto Book Award, the Silver Birch Award, and the Red Cedar Award. Hint: She was a previous guest speaker at the redwood!
Arlene Chan
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This Sri Lankan Tamil Canadian actress rose to prominence for her leading role as high school student Devi Vishwakumar in the Netflix teen comedy series Never Have I Ever
Who is Maitreyi Ramakrishnan
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A traditional Korean dish made from fermented vegetablesmost commonly napa cabbage or radishes—seasoned with chili powder, garlic, ginger, and other spices.
Kimchi
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This country has the most oil reserves of any nation in the world and houses the biggest airport in the world
Saudi Arabia
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This Indian-born Canadian filmmaker, based in Toronto, Ontario has credits including her 2024 Academy Awards nominated documentary film To Kill a Tiger.
Who is Nisha Pahuja
300
This Indian-born Canadian nicknamed the Raptors Superfan, is a Canadian businessman and superfan of the Toronto Raptors basketball team
Who is Nav Bhatia
300
Generally served cold, a flavoured tea beverage that contains large chewy tapioca balls
Bubble tea
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This mineral/ decorative stone is valued in Asian culture for its beauty, spiritual beliefs and deep social and cultural meaning.
Jade
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This Manila, Philippines-born Canadian achieved historical significance as the first Canadian of Filipino origin to serve in Parliament and Cabinet.
Dr. Rey Pagtakhan
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This Canadian athlete of Korean heritage won Bronze representing Canada at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Women's Taekwondo.
Who is Skylar Park
400
A round flatbread commonly consumed in many South Asian, Southeast Asian, Caribbean, East African, and Southeast African countries.
Roti
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This country is the only country that spans two different continents. It has territory in both Europe and Asia, though the vast majority of its territory is considered part of Asia.
Turkey
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This Canadian doctor, gynaecologist, suffragist, and pioneer of women's rights in Sri Lanka was nationally recognised for her work in women's health and health education, birth control, prisoners' rights, and the temperance movement.
Mary Helen Rutnam
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This Canadian actress of Filipino descent has had roles in Smallville, Supernatural, Psych, Sanctuary, Modern Family, The Big Bang Theory, and How I Met Your Mother.
Who is Chasty Rose Ballesteros
500
Originating from the Middle East, This refreshing salad is a medley of fresh ingredients such as parsley, mint, bulgur wheat, tomatoes, and onions, all harmoniously combined with tangy lemon juice and fruity olive oil.
Tabbouleh