On February 6, 2026, the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto hosted a Lunar New Year reception ahead of the Year of the Horse. Approximately 500–600 guests attended, including representatives from local Chinese community organizations, and officials from Canada’s federal, provincial, and municipal governments, along with friends from various sectors.

The 8th “Chinese Stories · Chinese New Year” Chinese Canadian Spring Festival Gala, held on January 31, 2026 at Toronto’s Meridian Arts Centre, offered audiences a dynamic and thoughtfully curated celebration of the Chinese New Year.

On January 31, 2026, the 8th annual “Chinese Stories · Chinese New Year” Chinese Canadian Spring Festival Gala was successfully held at Meridian Arts Centre · Lyric Theatre in Toronto.

A high-level forum titled “Canada–China Relations 2026: A New Starting Point, A New Era” was held in the Greater Toronto Area, bringing together policymakers, diplomats, municipal leaders, business representatives, and community stakeholders to discuss the future direction of Canada–China relations.

As the federal government continues to advance a series of public safety and crime-reduction measures, community safety remains a key concern for residents. On January 20, 2026, Jean Yip, Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Agincourt, hosted a Combatting Crime Town Hall at the Stephen Leacock Community Recreation Centre in Toronto, bringing together federal officials, law enforcement representatives, community members, and media.