About Us
Create beautiful memories in your golden years
The Oi Kwan Foundation was formed in 1974 by the members of the Chinese United Church and the Calgary Presbytery, with the primary aim of caring for the elderly, to relieve their poverty and to assist in making their retirement years productive and fulfilling. A strong need was identified at the time in the area of caring for Calgary’s aging population of Chinese immigration, a people who have contributed much to the development of Western Canada’s economic and social growth.
The first project of the foundation was the construction and opening, in 1976, of Oi Kwan Place, a 56-suite senior citizen’s apartment next door to the Chinese United Church. Built on property owned by the Church. Oi Kwan Manor is also owned by AHMC and managed by the Foundation.
Wai Kwan Manor is the second project, built across from the Chinese Cultural Centre in 1985 with a total of 126 units.
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On May 5, 1985, the Oi Kwan Foundation and the Alberta Mortgage and Housing Corporation opened Wai Kwan Manor, a senior citizen’s residence of 126 one bedroom apartments located in Calgary’s Chinatown at the corner of 2nd Avenue and 1st Street SW – $8.9 million project.
Our Mission & Vision
A safe and caring environment to call home
So that everyone can reach their full potential.
We advocate for inclusion and diversity, socialization opportunities; safe, vibrant, and engaged spiritual living.
Oi Kwan Foundation supports safe, secure, empowered and purposeful retirement living for seniors.
President
Vice President
Margot has an Urban Planning Degree from Mount Royal University and is now a licensed insurance broker working as a Business Development Manager at Lundgren & Young Ltd.
Secretary
Fiona is Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada, with many years of experience working in bot the Oil & Gas industry as well as in public practice. She is a certified teacher in Alberta, and has previously held a leadership role at the Chinese School
Treasurer
Leonard is a Chartered Professional Accountant who served as Vice-President of Tax for Suncor Energy where he was responsible for stewardship of the Enterprise Tax. He has holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario.
Director
Thomas is a former professor of Health Economics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba. He is currently the Publisher of Canada 88 News.
Director
Dale Lee Kwong is third-generation Chinese-Canadian, and a native Calgarian. She was involved in Youth Group at Chinese United in the 1970s and 80s. She Graduated from Ryerson with a BAA in Radio and Television.
Director
Lily holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is a CFA charter holder. She has a diverse professional background, having worked in banking as an investment consultant and in dispute resolution within the oil and gas sector. After traveling abroad for two years, Lily discovered her passion for volunteering and helping others, which she now fully dedicates herself to. In the past, she has volunteered teaching financial management to high school students and rebuilding schools in the Caribbean. Lily enjoys spending time with her partner and their dog, often embarking on outdoor adventures together.
Director
“One of the best places for seniors. Clean and in a very good location. It’s very convenient for the seniors to live in there. “
Victor Mansilla
Why Choose Us
We Take Care of All Your Needs
Events
Oi Kwan Foundation organizes multiple events daily, including summer barbecue, Chinese Opera, Mah-Jong, Calligraphy and Karaoke, volunteering at the Stampede Breakfast, Quarterly Birthday Celebration, Edmonton Trip and Calgary Zoo Trip.
Contact
Join us and become our new Family, Chase Your Dream
Get in touch and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. We look forward to hearing from you!
Information
- 200 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1M3
- 403-263-1686
- cao@oikwan.ca
Pam joined the board in 2015 and is retired from a career public education. A lifelong volunteer, Pam is active in her faith community and several not-for-profit organizations