Wall of Names

Ferdinando Spina

The monument is dedicated to the history of Chinese immigration focusing on the Chinese settlers who made Canada their home between 1886 and 1947.

About this work

The monument is dedicated to the history of Chinese immigration focusing on the Chinese settlers who made Canada their home between 1886 and 1947, the period during which Canadian federal legislation described as "An Act to Restrict and Regulate Chinese Immigration in Canada" was enforced. The purpose of the "Wall of Names" is to bring recognition to Chinese pioneers who entered Canada with the determination to succeed in their new land, regardless of the challenges put before them prior to and immediately upon entry.

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Title
Wall of Names
Type
Sculpture
Materials
MarbleBronze
Date
2001(Install)
Creator
Ferdinando Spina(Artist)
Interest holder
Sien Lok Society

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Last updated May 20, 2026

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Wall of Names

Ferdinando Spina

The monument is dedicated to the history of Chinese immigration focusing on the Chinese settlers who made Canada their home between 1886 and 1947.

About this work

The monument is dedicated to the history of Chinese immigration focusing on the Chinese settlers who made Canada their home between 1886 and 1947, the period during which Canadian federal legislation described as "An Act to Restrict and Regulate Chinese Immigration in Canada" was enforced. The purpose of the "Wall of Names" is to bring recognition to Chinese pioneers who entered Canada with the determination to succeed in their new land, regardless of the challenges put before them prior to and immediately upon entry.

Details

Title
Wall of Names
Type
Sculpture
Materials
MarbleBronze
Date
2001(Install)
Creator
Ferdinando Spina(Artist)
Interest holder
Sien Lok Society

Location & access

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