MPP Babikian Takes Park In Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Lanting Garden at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto

May 26, 2026

It was great delight to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lanting Garden (CCCGT Asian Garden) at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (CCCGT).

The Lanting Garden project represents a transformative investment in culture, heritage, community gathering space, and environmental enhancement. Inspired by traditional Asian landscape design, the garden will provide residents and visitors with a welcoming space for reflection, cultural exchange, educational programming, and community celebrations for generations to come.

I was strong supporter of the Asian Garden project from its earliest stages, including advocating for support through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). Accordingly, the Government of Ontario invested more than $2.3 million toward the construction of the garden.

The Lanting Garden is more than a beautiful public space, it is a lasting symbol of cultural pride, community unity, and the contributions of Chinese Canadians to the social and cultural fabric of Ontario. I congratulate the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, its Board of Directors, volunteers, donors, and community partners on achieving this important milestone.”

The Lanting Garden is expected to become a major cultural and tourism destination in Scarborough.

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