2. Dedication
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Special invited guests and some of the audience in attendance
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MC Sue-On Hillman opening the ceremony. |
Kenny Choy, project co-ordinator, welcomes the guests. |
Philip Feng Lee: Calligrapher |
Renowned Manitoba sculptor, Peter Sawatsky, surveys his handiwork |
"It's a beautiful day!" |
Sue-On and Kenny provide the history and significance of the project |
Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris brings congratulations from the Prime Minister and Federal Government . |
Sue-On thanks Mr. Tweed for his support . . |
Drew Caldwell, MLA for Brandon East, speaking on behalf of the Provincial Government . |
Mr. Caldwell congratulates the Chinese Community on this historic event . |
Shari Dector-Hirst, Mayor of the City of Brandon . |
Mayor Dector-Hirst acknowledges the contributions made by the Chinese Community in Brandon |
Lucy Xiao Zhang performing on the traditional Guzheng |
Sue-On explains the significance of the ceremonial offerings |
Bill Hillman videos the Lighting of the Incense ceremony . |
Mr. Lee and Mr. Ng: burning of the ceremonial money . |
Kenny pours a wine offering for the ancestors . |
Sue-On introduces former MP Inky Mark . |
Mr. Mark speaks on behalf of the Chinese Community. |
Dignitary Row. |
Sue-On thanks Inky |
Kenny invites everyone to the refreshment tent |
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