More than 50 years of standing beside our elders.

1. 1918

   During the influenza epidemic, with the support of Mother Marie du Saint-Esprit and the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception, the first shelter opens on Clark Street to care for Chinese community members.

2. 1920

   The community acquires a former synagogue at 112 de la Gauchetière Street West and operates the hospital there for 45 years, relying on donations.

3. 1965

   Under the leadership of Dr. David T.W. Lin, a new 65-bed hospital opens at 7500 Saint-Denis Street.

4. 1971

   Under provincial legislation (Bill 65), the hospital becomes public and is restructured into three entities, including the Montreal Chinese Hospital Foundation, dedicated to fundraising.

5. 1980s

   The hospital shifts to long-term care. With the Foundation’s pledged support, the Sung Pai Pavilion is added.

6. 1999

   A $2.6 million capital campaign brings the hospital home to Chinatown, at 189 Viger Avenue East.

Executive team

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  Dr Felix Ma

  President

  Heart surgeon at Montreal’s JGH since 1998, Dr. Felix Ma joined the board in 2010. Father of 4, advocate for health and community.

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  Katherine Ma

  Vice-President

  Katherine Ma, ex-VP at MTY and sustainability lead, now a real estate investor. She joined the MCHF board in 2024 after years of support.

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  Victor Wang

  Treasurer

  Victor Wang, MBA, is a financial advisor & MCHF director since 2006. He led the Chinese Lions Club (2011–2014) and has 14+ years in finance.

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  Warren Lee

  Secretary

  Warren, MCHF board member since 1999, is a financial planner & father of 3. He supports FCCP & MCH Foundation, and enjoys hockey & yoga.

Directors

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  Ponora Ang

  Director

  Ponora Ang, award-winning litigator & Asia-Pacific advisor, is a top legal expert and community leader recognized across Québec and Canada.

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  Jimmy Chan

  Director

  Jimmy Chan is a cultural leader, martial artist, filmmaker, and community advocate, active in Montreal's Chinese community for 30+ years.

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  Zoé Chen

  Director

  Zoe, Head of Design at SAJO, blends architecture & project management. She serves on 3 boards, including the Montreal Chinese Hospital.

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  Eric Huynh

  Director

  Eric, TD banker & Concordia grad, joined MCHF in 2022. He supports gala & golf events and helps businesses grow through finance expertise.

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  Sum Li

  Director

  Sum, a CIBC financial planner since 2017, serves Quebec’s Asian market. He joined MCHF in 2019 and sits on the YCPA board.

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  Henry Liu

  Director

  Henry Liu, VP at Power Corp since 2011, leads Asia business dev, serves on MCHF board, and supports Chinese cultural and student programs.

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  Martin Liu

  Director

  Martin Liu, IT project manager & MCHF VP, has led major fundraising, YCPA events & intercultural efforts, raising $1.5M+ in 3 years.

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  Natasha Thorpe

  Director

  Natasha Thorpe, designer and MCHF board member since 2019, lends her creative vision to galas and supports Montreal’s cultural community.

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  Raymond Tsim

  Director

  Raymond Tsim, real estate broker in Montreal, has supported many causes for 30+ years and earned multiple medals for community service.