Anto
category spoken word
location Markham


Anto Chan is a Greater Toronto Area based queer, neurodivergent HK Chinese-Canadian spoken word performance artist, writer, and mentor whose powerful storytelling captivates audiences with its unique blend of humour, vulnerability, and cultural insight. His artistic journey began in 2007, inspired by delivering a heartfelt eulogy at his grandfather's funeral and performing his first stand-up comedy set at Yuk Yuk's shortly after.


Anto's work explores themes of identity, intergenerational trauma, self-love, and the healing power of connection, often rooted in his experiences as a second-generation Asian Canadian. As the founder of the InnerGenerational project, he showcases the immigrant experience while fostering dialogue around healing and intersectionality. Through his dynamic performances, Anto’s introspection inspires reflection and growth, leaving a lasting impact on audiences, communities and beyond.