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Amidst a changing Chinatown, Serena Chu is building art, community and a bridge to what comes next

Amidst a changing Chinatown, Serena Chu is building art, community and a bridge to what comes next

For the first story in our Vancouver Profile series, where we chat with interesting people in Vancouver communities who may not get the normal headlines or coverage, we head over to Chinatown

Julie Chadwick
Julie Chadwick
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Amidst a changing Chinatown, Serena Chu is building art, community and a bridge to what comes next

Amidst a changing Chinatown, Serena Chu is building art, community and a bridge to what comes next

The restaurant, which also serves as a community hub, provided free meals for nearly 100 neighbours at an inaugural dinner event.

Julie Chadwick
Julie Chadwick