May 1 marks the beginning of Asian Heritage Month, a time to reflect on and recognize the many contributions that Canadians of Asian heritage have made and continue to make to Canada.

RRC Polytech is proud to have a diverse community of staff and students from different backgrounds and cultures. One way to create a more inclusive culture on campus is by learning the stories of the people we work and learn with every day.

To begin the month, Creative Communications student Paolo Gonzales shares his creative non-fiction story Canada Is In The Heart, a reflection of what it means to be Filipino as a first-generation immigrant to Canada.

Read the full story here

Share your story

This month we invite RRC Polytech community members of Asian heritage to keep the conversation going – share your story today.

Fill out the Asian Heritage Month form here