Reaching the Chinese to
Reach the World

Vancouver, May 14, 2025 — Chinese Christian Mission of Canada (“CCM Canada” in brief) is deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic incident that occurred in Vancouver following the Lapu Lapu Day celebration on April 26.

In response to the urgent needs arising from this tragedy, the Canadian Red Cross has launched the “2025 Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day Appeal” to support those directly affected. CCM Canada has immediately joined efforts with the Canadian Red Cross to raise donations that will assist individuals and families impacted by this devastating event.

Funds raised through this campaign will go toward addressing the immediate and future emergency needs of those affected, as well as supporting the recovery and rebuilding of the community. With its extensive experience and trusted presence in communities across the country, the Canadian Red Cross is well-equipped to manage relief funds and deliver critical support during times of crisis.

Financial assistance is the most effective way to help those impacted by the tragedy. We encourage everyone to contribute to the “2025 Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day Appeal” through the Canadian Red Cross. With the Red Cross’s proven systems and experience, your donation will provide timely and meaningful aid to families and individuals coping with the aftermath of this tragedy.
CCM Canada extends its heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, friends, and especially the Filipino community as they face this unimaginable loss.

Online donations can be made at: https://www.redcross.ca/lapulaputragedy/CCM

In addition, CCM Canada has set up donation boxes at its Vancouver Centre offices in Burnaby and Richmond for in-person cash or cheque donations.

Burnaby Office:
2nd Level, Crystal Mall, 4533 Kingsborough Street, Burnaby, BC
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Richmond Office:
Unit 2320-2330, 2nd Floor, Richmond Public Market, 8260 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

For inquiries, please contact:
Email: community@ccmcanada.org
Phone: 604-285-0552

As we are in the midst of a federal election, we would like to highlight two critical issues that directly impact on the communities we serve.  We have sent the following letter to candidates from all parties in regions where our centres are located:

The two critical issues are 1) Proposed Changes to Charitable Status for Religious Organizations (Recommendation 430) and 2) Immigration Challenges for Hong Kong Residents.

Here is the link from Evangelical Fellowship of Canada that mentions a few ways to engage with the issue of charitable status:

https://www.evangelicalfellowship.ca/Resources/Government/2025/Resources-on-Charitable-Status

Here is a letter written by Canadian Centre for Christian Charities to Minister of Finance at the end of last year:

https://www.cccc.org/news_blogs/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CCCC-Letter-Re-Charities-and-Finance-Committee-Pre-Budget-Recommendations_Dec-20-2024_Blog3.pdf

We are thrilled to announce that Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie has proclaimed December 2024 as Christian Faith Month! This historic proclamation recognizes the values of Christianity—love, peace, hope, and charity—as essential moral and spiritual foundations of our community, fostering a positive and lasting impact. During this meaningful month, we warmly invite churches and organizations to unite in prayer, reflection, and acts of love to share God’s boundless love with those around us.

To celebrate Christian Faith Month, CCM Canada is partnering with co-hosting organizations to hold a kickoff ceremony on December 23. This special event will include the distribution over 300 Christmas meal boxes to share love and hope with the Richmond community. We warmly invite churches and friends like you to join this meaningful occasion and support it through your prayers and contributions, and we hope you will join us in bringing blessings to the community through your actions. For more details, please refer to the event poster.

CCM Canada cordially invites you to attend the
“On Eagle’s Wings Into 45” Vision Sharing Night & Banquet
on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 6:00 pm
at Continental Seafood Restaurant (11700 Cambie Road, Richmond)
Banquet Ticket: $50 per person ($500/table of 10, whole table purchase is welcome)

And the
Ordination and Installation of our Executive Director, Pastor Janet Jim
on the same day at 2:30 pm
at Fraserview MB Church 11295 Mellis Drive

CCM Canada Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Pastor Janet Jim will be the new Executor Director of CCM Canada commencing January 1, 2023.

Before serving as the new Executive Director of CCM Canada, Pastor Janet had previously served as the Board Director and then the Associate ED of CCM Canada. She is currently serving as the Acting Executive Director of CCM Canada.

Please remember Pastor Janet in prayers for God’s wisdom, guidance, strength, passion, and vision to be with her as she leads CCMC in the years ahead.