Vancouver Magazine unveiled its 23rd annual Power 50 list in the February 2024 issue, highlighting the most influential figures in the Greater Vancouver area. This marked the first release of the list under the new editor-in-chief, Stacey McLachlan, who reflected on her 24-year journey since joining the magazine as an intern and witnessing Vancouver's evolution. While the earlier iterations of the Power 50 were dominated by white males, the list has now diversified over the past two decades. The editorial team continually redefined the concept of "Power," and this year's list includes elites from various fields such as culture, politics, and business, alongside outstanding philanthropists and community leaders. Today, "Power" is not solely defined by wealth or status but also by ideology and contribution.
In a special addition to this year's Power 50, the magazine introduced the Hall of Fame, paying tribute to fifteen individuals who have consistently made the list since its inception. Among them, three prominent icons from the Chinese community with Hong Kong backgrounds shine in the Hall of Fame. The first is Thomas Fung, Founder and Chairman of the Fairchild Group, under the umbrella of which are Fairchild Television and Fairchild Radio, two outstanding Chinese media in North America. The second is Terry Hui, Chairman of Concord Pacific Group, who prioritizes community engagement in large-scale real estate projects like Concord Pacific Place and serves as a director of the Vancouver Board of Trade. The third is James K.M. Cheng, Founder of James K.M. Cheng Architects, who has shaped Vancouver's urban landscape with distinctive architectural and urban planning designs for over four decades.
Other influential figures in the Hall of Fame include the cross-industry billionaire Jim Pattison, the relentless innovators behind Lululemon, Chip Wilson, and Shannon Wilson, as well as Brandt Louie, the second-generation leader of London Drugs, serving as now as the Chairman and CEO.
The 26th edition of the Reel 2 Real International Film Festival for Youth returns once again, taking place from April 7th to 16th at the Roundhouse Community Centre and VIFF Centre Theatre. Dedicated to promoting youth cinema, the festival showcases films from around the world, providing young audiences with the opportunity to understand professional filmmaking and fostering cultural exchange. This year, over a hundred feature films and shorts will be screened, including three outstanding international films making their first ever Canadian premieres.
Fairchild TV and Talentvision recommend a program of Asian Animated Shorts: Asia Animated Around the World 2024 on April 16th. The event will feature four exceptional short films from China, Taiwan, and Vietnam, telling stories about family, culture, identity, and the meaning of life. Additionally, three shorts are noteworthy, including "The Shortest Relationship in the World" from China, a Chinese American film “Sunflower Girl" and the stop-motion animation “ATM” from Taiwan. Don’t miss the chance in joining this spectacular event!
Fairchild Television and Talentvision are now giving away Family Pass, each good for 4 people. If any of these amazing films sparks your interest, then make sure to participate in the lucky draw. Stay tuned for more on “Urban Life” on March 30 7:55pm TTV and “What’s On” on March 31 at 7:40pm FTV1. Then head over to Fairchild TV or Talentvision's game page and answer the question to enter now!
R2R International Film Festival for Youth 2024
Date: April 7th to 16th Address: Roundhouse Community Centre and VIFF Centre Theatre Website: r2rfestival.org
After a four-year hiatus, Fairchild Group once again hosted the Annual Celebration Dinner, bringing together hundreds of employees for a joyous celebration of the Year of the Dragon. The evening kicked off with a vibrant dragon dance performance by the Fairchild Television News Department, followed by greetings from Miss Chinese Vancouver2022 YiYi Wang, news anchor Clement Tang and representatives from various Fairchild divisions. Ledby Mr. Thomas Fung, Chairman of Fairchild Group,and the elite management team, toasts were raised to the collective success and prosperous future of the group.
For the past thirty years, Fairchild Television and Talentvision have been enriching the Chinese Canadian community with diverse and exciting entertainment, news, dramas and variety shows, all of which have evolved with the times and garnered widespread acclaims. Local productions have played a pivotal role in helping immigrants integrate into the community and have achieved remarkable success and recognition.
During the banquet, different departments of FTV once again showcased their spirit of collaboration, conjuring up creative Lunar New Year presentations. Notably, the Accounting Department and eSseelynxjoined hands for anenergetic number featuring six charismatic dancers.
Miss Chinese Vancouver Pageant was confronted by unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic in the past four years. Now in its 30th anniversary, previous winners, including Kitty Yao (2020), YiYi Wang (2022 Champion), Isabella Zhai(2023 Champion), Tracy Chung (2023 1st runner-up), and Annie Zhang (2023 2nd runner-up) graced the stage in colorful and youthful costumes, reenacting the group dance performances from 2020 to 2023 in front of a thunderous crowd.
The News Department, which has remained committed to producing high-quality news and current affairs programs since the station’s inception, delighted the audience with surprise appearances by the first-generation news anchor Diana Lam andan rendition of "Heirs of the Dragon," by Todd Ye, News and Current Affairs Director with news anchors Hon Sang Chan and Ada Luk, wishing everyone prosperity and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon.
In addition to the spectacular performances, the sumptuous feast, engaging games and exciting prizes were also highlights of the Dinner. Colleagues participated enthusiastically, creating a lively atmosphere throughout the event. Many wonvaluable prizes in the highly anticipated grand lucky draw. Mr. Thomas Fung, Chairman of Fairchild Group,drew the lucky winners for the cash prizes, bringing the evening to an exhilarating close. Filled with joy and great memories, everyone headed home, eagerly embracing the onset of the Lunar New Year.
As a long-standing tradition for over 2 decades, Fairchild Television proudly presented the Lunar New Year Countdown Show " Good Harvest on Year of Dragon" live on FTV1, bringing the festive spirit to viewers nationwide. Thousands of locals and visitors gathered at Aberdeen Centre, strolling through the flower market and participating in the city's largest New Year's Eve countdown event, brimming with excitement to welcome the Year of the Dragon. The show was kicked off with a majestic lion dance performance, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. Hosts Mary Lo and Mandy Chan revealed a lineup of spectacular performances, sparking anticipation among the audience.
The festivities began with vibrant performances by energetic kids and talented young dancers from Cindy Yang Dance Academy of Canada and Royvl Imaging Academy, showcasing traditional Chinese dance intertwining with dynamic K-Pop routines that ignited the stage with explosion and enthusiasm. During the “TruNatural Chinese New Year Cooking Segment”, an innovative Lunar New Year dish "Crispy Akakuro Buta Sous-Vide Pork Belly" was instantly created by Chef Philip with Miss Chinese Vancouver Champion Isabella Zhai acting as his sous chef, providing an additional mouth-watering experience to the crowd. Feng Shui master Anna Mak offered valuable insights into the fortunes of the twelve Chinese zodiac signs, guiding people through the tips to attracting good luck and warding off negativity in the New Year. The festive atmosphere was further advanced when lucky attendees were blessed with auspicious Feng Shui objects as gifts.
The games and prizes were certainly a huge hit, with doubled jackpots and entertaining challenges keeping the audience engaged and thrilled throughout the evening. The first game by TELUS tested participants' observation as they competed to find a marked dragon cup among a flurry of rapid swapping. The second game by Scotiabank featured Isabella, Tracy and Annie, the three winners of the Miss Chinese Vancouver Pageant 2023, competing against the audience team to test their focus and speed in a race to collect the most red pockets using a spatula within a time limit. The three talented ladies effortlessly demonstrated their “cookery” skills, earning cheers from the crowd!
The evening concluded with an exhilarating grand prize draw, leaving everyone feeling jubilant and fulfilled. Hosts Ah Bao, Tracy, and Annie weaved through the crowd at the flower market, distributing lucky red envelopes and fortune bags, spreading prosperity and joy to all. At the most anticipated moment, the God of Wealth joined in,counting down to midnight and ushering in the New Year with joyful cheers and blessings with performers, leaders and members of three levels of government onstage. Fairchild Television wishes everyone a prosperous and auspicious Year of the Dragon, filled with joy and success!
Prize Sponsors:
4 x Mastercard gift card each valued at $250 sponsored by TELUS
3 x gift bag each valued at $100 sponsored by Scotiabank
Zwilling stainless steel 5-piece cookware set sponsored by Trail Appliances (Winner: Kelly Lei)
Dinning gift certificate sponsored by Marble House Eatery (Winner: Tiffany Ho)
Gift basket sponsored by Beauty Court (Winner: Ka Mak)
Top quality Brazilian green propolis sponsored by Royal Natural Canada (Winner: Eddie Rouse)
Hundreds of people are once again converging at Aberdeen Centre for the highly anticipated Chinese New Year Countdown Show to usher in the Year of the Dragon on the eve of the New Year! Produced by Fairchild Television West, hosts from Fairchild Television and Talentvision will present festive blessings while Miss Chinese Vancouver winners will engage with the audience in amazing games. Exciting programs and giveaways include $1,000 worth of amazing prizes sponsored by Telus; Chef Philip's cooking demonstration of a special new year's dish with JNK premium pork and gift packages from Scotiabank Canada. Feng Shui Master Anna Mak will predict the fortunes in the Year of the Dragon while Royvl Imaging Academy will showcase thrilling dance performances. Make sure not to miss out because the God of Wealth will be around to bless you with red pockets. Let's celebrate the first moment of the Chinese New Year together!