On November 24, 2025, the City of Markham held a Community Recognition Ceremony for our athletes that competed in the 2024 World Junior Wushu Championships in Brunei for Team Canada. Our athletes were honoured with this recognition alongside our members of the Markham community that had outstanding achievements in sports, the arts, science, business and academics.
Congratulations to the following Canadian Wushu Team athletes:
Lia Tang-Ruggiero (Gold in Gunshu and Gold in Daoshu for Girls B Group)
Ryan Gao (Gold in Daoshu for Boys C Group)
Thea Dong (Silver in Daoshu for Girls C Group)
Eason Gao (Bronze in Qiangshu for Boys C Group)
Chris Gao (Bronze in Qiangshu for Boys A Group)
Venus Li (4th in Qiangshu, 5th in Jianshu for Girls B Group)
Marcus Li (4th in Gunshu for Boys B Group)
Amanda Sun (6th in Jianshu for Girls A Group)
Allen Liu (4th in Gunshu for Boys A Group)
The City put on a great event with the following activities: playing of the Canadian national anthem, awards handed out by Major Frank Scarpitti, individual and group photos, and a short reception with snacks.
Congratulations to all of our athletes and to Master Li and Coach Erica!!
