Imprints of Immigration
The Shifting Chinatown Dynamics in Montreal & How Language Illuminates Interesting Discoveries
By Kimberly Yang and Jingru Chen
The Shifting Chinatown Dynamics in Montreal & How Language Illuminates Interesting Discoveries
By Kimberly Yang and Jingru Chen
One city; two "Chinatowns". In the heart of Montreal lies two unique spaces brimming with Chinese language, food, and presence. However, what about these two spatial locations are unique?
In analyzing the historical context as well as language signage, a simple character (or lack thereof) will guide you through a journey of understanding these Chinatowns' identities and motivations.