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Category «History of Vancouver’s Chinatown»

The Development of Vancouver’s Chinatown in the Early 20th Century

Early Settlement and Origins of Vancouver’s Chinatown Vancouver’s Chinatown traces its origins to the late 19th century, when Chinese immigrants first arrived in the city. Many of these immigrants came from southern China, particularly Guangdong province, seeking work opportunities after the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Their migration was largely driven by economic hardships …