Introducing the inaugural edition of ARC WORLD! Formerly known as the CCYAA, ARC (Asian Roots Collective) are celebrating Asian Excellence with this one-day Festival highlighted by Hoops, Food, Drink, and Talks. A market was set-up also, showcasing local Asian-Canadian-owned businesses.
The Festival, co-founded by Clement Chu, culminated in a celebrity basketball tournament at Toronto Metropolitan University with longtime partner and supporter Simu Liu making a huge enrtance, backflipping onto the floor!
Many notables were in attendance this year, including: Jeremy Lin, Jason Williams, Jamaal Magliore, Matt Bonner, Alex Porat, Baron Davis, Leenda Dong, and MC Jin! The latter two were spotted enjoying Omakase offerings at Sushi Yugen, while other celebrity guests enjoyed their nigiri at an event reception, catered also by the likes of Trevor Lui.
asianrootscollective.org for more.
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