More Than 50,000 Sign Petition Calling for Shen Yun’s Return to Ottawa
Group is requesting that Shen Yun continue to perform at the National Arts Centre, which previously hosted the classical Chinese dance company for 18 years.
Over 50,000 Canadians have signed a petition demanding the National Arts Centre (NAC) reinstate Shen Yun Performing Arts for its 2026 season. The NAC, a federal venue, declined to host the New York-based classical Chinese dance company, citing commercial, operational, and contractual reasons. However, records show the decision came after NAC management met with Chinese Embassy officials, leading the ‘Fans of Shen Yun’ group to allege foreign interference.
- More than 50,000 Canadians have signed a petition to bring Shen Yun Performing Arts back to the National Arts Centre (NAC).
- The NAC, a federal government-owned venue, decided not to host Shen Yun for its 2026 and 2027 seasons.
- Shen Yun had previously performed at the NAC for 18 years.
- The NAC cited commercial reasons, operational matters, and contractual issues for its decision.
- Records indicate the decision was made after NAC senior management met with Chinese Embassy officials.
- The ‘Fans of Shen Yun’ group alleges foreign interference in the NAC’s decision.
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