Event Overview
“Shining Light: a Vietnamese -Canadian Legacy” tells the extraordinary story of Chieu-Anh Vu, born aboard a sinking cargo ship while fleeing Vietnam, and her mother Mui, who reached a Hong Kong refugee camp before resettling in Canada in spring 1975. The documentary follows Chieu-Anh’s journey from newborn refugee to successful e-commerce entrepreneur, highlighting Canada’s role in welcoming Vietnamese boat people. Hosted by Pacific Canada Heritage Centre – Museum of Migration (PCHC-MoM) on International Women’s Day.
Schedule and Highlights
🗓️ Date & Time: Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: Rio Theatre - 1660 E Broadway, Vancouver (Google Maps)
♿ Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible
🎟️ Tickets: $10 - Purchase Online at Rio Theatre
About the Film
Directed by Robbie Hart and produced by Adobe Productions International and White Pine Pictures, in collaboration with Heritage Canada. Features Chieu-Anh Vu-Lieberman, Mui Nguyen Bui, former diplomats like Mike Molloy and Margaret Tebbutt, and journalists providing historical context. Runtime ~30 minutes; Commemorates 50 years since the first arrival of refugees from Vietnam.
Major Sponsors
Samantha Nguyen
RSL Real Estate
Mercedes Wong
Partners
Pacific Canada Heritage Centre – Museum of Migration (host)
Lac Viet Public Education Society
Supporters
Immigrant Services Society of BC
Vietnamese Professionals Association of BC - VPABC
United Nations Association of Canada - Vancouver
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Donate to Support the Screening
Your donation helps cover key venue and operational costs to bring this story to Vancouver. Contributions uplift migrant narratives through secure giving on the PCHC website. Thank you for fueling stories of resilience!
Contact: info@pchc-mom.ca
