In photos: Chinese seniors finally celebrate their big day
Many couples from China were wed during the Cultural Revolution and missed out on having proper wedding photos taken. During an event organized by the Ontario Chinese Seniors Association, a backdrop was set up where Chinese seniors could, even though it's 40-50 years later, dress up in formal wear and have photos taken. The Globe and Mail photographer Fred Lum captured the memories.
After 54 years of marriage, Hui Ying Chen (L) and Huan Mei Chen were finally able to have wedding photos taken.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
A woman holds up a dress to offer some privacy while a woman changes into a wedding dress.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Chinese seniors rehearse and have 'wedding photos' taken during a meeting at 519 Church St.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Huan Mei Chen has makeup applied before having a wedding photo taken.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
A couple is posed while having their wedding photo taken.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Chinese seniors rehearse and have 'wedding photos' taken.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Chinese seniors rehearse and have 'wedding photos' taken during a meeting at 519 Church St. on Feb 4 2015.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Holding photos taken in 1960 in Shanghai, Daosheng Jin (R) and Zulan Wang are finally able to have their wedding photo taken after being married for 55 years.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Daosheng Jin (R) and Zulan Wang hold a photo of themselves taken in 1960 in Shanghai.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail
Chinese seniors dance and have wedding photos taken.Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail