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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Lunar New Year Montreal Reception: Unveiling Insights from the Canada-China Business Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join CCBC for an exclusive Lunar New Year cocktail reception on Wednesday\, January 31\, 2024\, in Montreal. The event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the insights gathered from CCBC’s Canada-China Business Survey 2022/2023\, following the official report launch in Toronto on January 25. Together with the Rotman Institute for International Business\, CCBC conducts this biennial survey to gain a comprehensive understanding of the perspectives and interests within the Canada-China business community. Sarah Kutulakos\, Executive Director and COO\, CCBC\, will share report highlights\, and attendees will hear insights on the current sentiments of both Canadian and Chinese companies\, exploring the intricacies of their experiences and attitudes towards bilateral business\, trade\, and investment\, both in the present and future. \nWe are honoured to have H.E. CONG Peiwu\, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Canada\, provide guest remarks for the occasion\, along with remarks from Olivier Desmarais\, CCBC Board of Directors Chair\, and Vincent Joli-Coeur\, Vice-Chairman\, Financial Markets\, National Bank of Canada. \nIn the spirit of Lunar New Year festivities\, the networking cocktail reception will showcase a high-end Chinese liquor courtesy of Langjiu. Guests can participate in various lucky draws for exciting prizes\, adding to the festive atmosphere. Kindly remember to bring along your business cards to participate in the lucky draws. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the richness of Lunar New Year traditions while gaining valuable insights into the dynamic Canada-China business landscape. \n \nTickets:\nCCBC Members: Free\, limit of 2 registrations per member company\nNon-Members: $50 + tax \nVenue:\nNational Bank of Canada\n600 de la Gauchetiere Street West\nMontreal\, Quebec \nAgenda:\n4:30 pm – 5:00 pm EST: Registration and Networking\n5:00 pm – 5:30 pm EST: Welcome and Opening Remarks\, Business Survey Presentation\, Special Remarks\n5:30 pm – 7:00 pm EST: Lucky Draws\, followed by Networking until Event Ends \nSpecial Guest Remarks: \nH.E. CONG Peiwu\nAmbassador of the People’s Republic of China to Canada \nAmbassador CONG was born in May 1967. He graduated from China Foreign Affairs University. Mr. CONG is married and has one daughter. His professional career is as follows: \n\n1992-1993 Staff member\, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China\n1993-2000 Staff member\, Attaché\, Third Secretary\, Deputy Division Director\, Department of North American and Oceanian Affairs\, MFA\n2000-2003 Second Secretary\, First Secretary\, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Canada\n2003-2007 First Secretary\, Deputy Division Director\, Division Director\, Counsellor and Division Director\, Department of North American and Oceanian Affairs\, MFA\n2007-2009 Counsellor\, Department of North American and Oceanian Affairs\, MFA\n2009-2014 Minister-Counsellor\, Minister\, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland\n2014-2019: Director-General\, Department of North American and Oceanian Affairs\, MFA\n2019-present: Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Canada\n\nAbout the Speakers: \nOlivier Desmarais\nBoard of Directors Chair\, Canada China Business Council\nSenior Vice-President\, Power Corporation\nChairman and CEO\, Power Sustainable \nMr. Desmarais has been Senior Vice-President of Power Corporation since 2017. Mr. Desmarais is the driving force behind the Power Sustainable vision as a global\, sustainability-led alternative asset manager. \nHe chairs the Canada China Business Council (CCBC) and also sits on the boards of directors of Canada Life\, IG Wealth Management\, Mackenzie and Lumenpulse. \nHe is actively engaged in the community as member of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. \nMr. Desmarais holds a Bachelor of Civil Law from the University of Ottawa\, a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Political Science from McGill University\, and has been a Québec Bar member since 2009. \n \nVincent Joli-Coeur\nVice-Chairman\, Financial Markets\nNational Bank of Canada \nVincent Joli-Coeur joined National Bank of Canada in 2011 as Vice-Chairman Financial Markets. He is responsible for senior coverage of our corporate\, government\, and institutional clients. \nIn his career of 30 years in the financial services field\, Mr. Joli-Coeur has acted as a trusted advisor to large Canadian and International companies in various industries and has been involved in some of Canada’s largest capital markets and infrastructure financings. Recently\, Mr. Joli-Coeur led the team behind National Bank of Canada’s successful inaugural Panda Bond issuance of RMB3.5 billion in the People’s Republic of China\, the first issuance of its kind for a North American bank. \nIn addition to his professional activities\, Mr. Joli-Coeur is also actively involved in his community. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Université de Sherbrooke. He is also involved in several charitable organizations’ financing campaigns. \nMr. Joli-Coeur has a Master’s degree in business administration from Université Paris Dauphine in France. \n \nSarah Kutulakos\nExecutive Director and COO\nCanada China Business Council \nSarah Kutulakos joined the CCBC in 2007 and has since revitalized CCBC’s role as Canada’s premier bilateral trade and investment organization. Ms. Kutulakos has re-centered the Council’s activities around providing business services\, catalyzing business growth and activity\, and advocating for stronger Sino-Canadian bilateral trade and investment. This has resulted in extensive public outreach activities\, internal infrastructure improvements\, the launch of new programs such as the Business Incubation Centre\, and thriving member relations. \nPrior to joining CCBC\, Ms. Kutulakos worked for 11 years in marketing\, product development\, and management with a major multinational corporation\, where she had multiple assignments involving China. Ms. Kutulakos managed worldwide product businesses that marketed to China and used China-based sources of supply. She was also involved in several projects requiring cooperation with the Chinese government. Ms. Kutulakos has led both established and start-up businesses within the context of a global corporation and has broad emerging market business experience\, and has been involved in the Greater China region since the late 1980s when she lived and worked in Taiwan. There\, she was the first non-Chinese employee of a local high-tech start-up firm\, where she gained a deep understanding of Chinese business practices. \nA fluent Mandarin speaker\, Ms. Kutulakos’s interest in China began at the University of Wisconsin\, where she studied Chinese\, marketing\, and international business. She holds an MBA in finance and operations from the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester. She frequently speaks on China issues\, including marketing\, trade\, investment\, and Canada-China relations.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/lunar-new-year-montreal-reception-unveiling-insights-from-the-canada-china-business-survey/
LOCATION:National Bank of Canada / Banque Nationale du Canada\, 800 Saint-Jacques Street\, 36th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3C 1A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CCBC Event,CCBC Events,English,French,Quebec
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Lunar New Year Vancouver Reception: Unveiling Insights from the Canada-China Business Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join CCBC for an exclusive Lunar New Year cocktail reception on Tuesday\, January 30\, 2024\, in Vancouver. The event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the insights gathered from CCBC’s Canada-China Business Survey 2022/2023\, following the official report launch in Toronto on January 25. Together with the Rotman Institute for International Business\, CCBC conducts this biennial survey to gain a comprehensive understanding of the perspectives and interests within the Canada-China business community. Sarah Kutulakos\, Executive Director and COO\, CCBC\, will share report highlights\, and attendees will hear insights on the current sentiments of both Canadian and Chinese companies\, exploring the intricacies of their experiences and attitudes towards bilateral business\, trade\, and investment\, both in the present and future. \nWe are honoured to have Mr. YANG Shu\, Consul General of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Vancouver\, provide guest remarks for the occasion\, along with remarks from Victor Tsao\, Partner\, Trademark Agent\, Bennett Jones LLP. \nIn the spirit of Lunar New Year festivities\, the networking cocktail reception will showcase a high-end Chinese liquor courtesy of Langjiu. Guests can participate in various lucky draws for exciting prizes\, adding to the festive atmosphere. Kindly remember to bring along your business cards to participate in the lucky draws. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the richness of Lunar New Year traditions while gaining valuable insights into the dynamic Canada-China business landscape. \nTickets:\nCCBC Members: Free\, limit of 2 registrations per member company\nNon-Members: $50 + tax \nVenue:\nBennett Jones LLP\n666 Burrard St #2500\nVancouver\, BC\nV6C 2X8 \nAgenda:\n4:30 pm – 5:00 pm PST: Registration and Langjiu liquor tasting\n5:00 pm – 6:30 pm PST: Welcome and Opening Remarks\, Presentation\, Lucky Draws\, followed by Networking until Event Ends \nSpecial Guest Remarks: \nYANG Shu\nConsul General\nChinese Consulate General in Vancouver \nMr. YANG Shu\, the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Vancouver\, assumed his duties on September 21\, 2022. \nFrom 2020 to 2022\, he was the deputy head of the International Relations Department of the Beijing Organizing Committee for the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. He was also formerly the Deputy Consul General of the Chinese Consulate General in Denpasar and the Executive Deputy Director General of the Consular Assistance and Protection Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. \nAfter graduating from university\, Mr. YANG Shu worked in the Department of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China and has been engaged in consular affairs for many years. He has rich diplomatic and consular work experience\, and has previously worked in Chinese diplomatic missions abroad\, specifically South Africa and Indonesia. \nAbout the Speakers: \nSarah Kutulakos\nExecutive Director & COO\nCanada China Business Council \nSarah joined the CCBC in 2007 and has since revitalized CCBC’s role as Canada’s premier bilateral trade and investment organization. Sarah has re-centered the Council’s activities around providing business services\, catalyzing business growth and activity\, and advocating for stronger Sino-Canadian bilateral trade and investment. This has resulted in extensive public outreach activities\, internal infrastructure improvements\, the launch of new programs such as the Business Incubation Centre\, and thriving member relations. \nPrior to joining CCBC\, Sarah worked for 11 years in marketing\, product development\, and management with a major multinational corporation\, where she had multiple assignments involving China. Sarah managed worldwide product businesses that marketed to China and used China-based sources of supply. She was also involved in several projects requiring cooperation with the Chinese government. Sarah has led both established and start-up businesses within the context of a global corporation and has broad emerging market business experience\, and has been involved in the Greater China region since the late 1980s when she lived and worked in Taiwan. There\, she was the first non-Chinese employee of a local high-tech start-up firm\, where she gained a deep understanding of Chinese business practices. \nA fluent Mandarin speaker\, Sarah’s interest in China began at the University of Wisconsin\, where she studied Chinese\, marketing\, and international business. She holds an MBA in finance and operations from the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester. She frequently speaks on China issues\, including marketing\, trade\, investment\, and Canada-China relations. \n \nVictor Tsao\nPartner\, Trademark Agent\nBennett Jones LLP \nVictor Tsao practices corporate law with a focus on mergers and acquisitions\, real estate development\, cross-border transactions\, financing\, technology and entertainment law. He is also a registered trademark agent and a member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada. \nWith years of experience in the Asia Pacific market\, Victor provides strategic advice to Canadian\, Chinese and Japanese clients as they do business throughout the region and beyond. This includes entering new markets\, corporate financing\, developing their businesses and cross-border transactions. \nPrior to joining Bennett Jones\, Victor was the managing partner of the Vancouver office of a global law firm. \nVictor is fluent in English\, Chinese and Japanese.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/lunar-new-year-vancouver-reception-unveiling-insights-from-the-canada-china-business-survey/
LOCATION:Bennett Jones LLP\, Suite 2500\, 666 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 2X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:BC,CCBC Event,English
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SUMMARY:Toronto Mandarin School Real-Life Mandarin Series: #1 - Chinese New Year Shopping
DESCRIPTION:Explore a new approach to learn Mandarin through immersive\, practical and lively real-life scenarios and cultural events during weekends. Get firsthand experience\, bringing textbooks to life in everyday settings. Apply new language skills in real-life while getting instant feedback. \n#1 – Chinese New Year Shopping \nJoin the Toronto Mandarin School for Chinese New Year shopping at Toronto’s Pacific Mall. Explore local markets\, learn essential Chinese shopping phrases and Chinese New Year greetings while immersing in traditions. Shop for items symbolizing prosperity\, health\, and happiness for the Year of the Dragon. This unique experience offers a deep understanding of Chinese customs\, traditions\, and a chance to practice Mandarin authentically. \nSunday\, January 28\, 2024\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm EST\n$149/student\n(Transportation\, lunch and admission fees aren’t included)\n**We welcome new and returning students of all Mandarin levels** \nRegister Now: https://www.torontomandarinschool.com/products/402?locale=en
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/toronto-mandarin-school-real-life-mandarin-series-1-chinese-new-year-shopping/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Chinese,English,Ontario,Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (English)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T190000
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Lunar New Year Toronto Reception: Unveiling Insights from the Canada-China Business Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join CCBC for an exclusive Lunar New Year cocktail reception on Thursday\, January 25\, 2024\, in Toronto. This event marks the official report launch of CCBC’s Canada-China Business Survey 2022/2023. Together with the Rotman Institute for International Business\, CCBC conducts this biennial survey to gain a comprehensive understanding of the perspectives and interests within the Canada-China business community. Sarah Kutulakos\, Executive Director and COO\, CCBC\, will share report highlights\, followed by an interactive panel discussion with Walid Hejazi\, Professor of Economic Analysis and Policy at the Rotman School of Management\, University of Toronto; LIU Linlin\, Economic and Commercial Counselor\, Chinese Consulate General in Toronto; and Peter Zhang\, Partner\, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP. Attendees will hear valuable insights on the current sentiments of both Canadian and Chinese companies\, exploring the intricacies of their experiences and attitudes towards bilateral business\, trade\, and investment\, both in the present and future. \nWe are honoured to have Mr. LUO Weidong\, Consul General of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto\, provide guest remarks for the occasion\, along with remarks from Thomas J. Timmins\, Partner\, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP\, and YANG Yang\, Head of China & Southeast Asia Strategy\, Director\, Capital Markets\, CIBC. \nIn the spirit of Lunar New Year festivities\, the networking cocktail reception will showcase a high-end Chinese liquor courtesy of Langjiu. Guests can participate in various lucky draws for exciting prizes\, adding the festive atmosphere. Kindly remember to bring along your business cards to participate in the lucky draws. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the richness of Lunar New Year traditions while gaining valuable insights into the dynamic Canada-China business landscape. \n \nTickets:\nCCBC Members: Free\, limit of 2 registrations per member company\nNon-Members: $50 + tax \nVenue:\nGowling WLG\n1 First Canadian Place\, 100 King Street West\, Suite 1600\nToronto\, Ontario \nAgenda:\n4:30 pm – 5:00 pm EST: Registration and Networking\n5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST: Canada-China Business Survey Presentation and Panel Discussion\n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST: Lunar New Year Networking Reception and Lucky Draws \nSpecial Guest Remarks:  \nLUO Weidong\nConsul General\nChinese Consulate General in Toronto \nMr. LUO Weidong was born in December 1967 and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree. \nHe began his career in 1990 in the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation\, which is now the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. \nHe assumed his role as Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto in September 2023. \nAbout the Speakers: \nSarah Kutulakos\nExecutive Director & COO\nCanada China Business Council \nSarah joined the CCBC in 2007 and has since revitalized CCBC’s role as Canada’s premier bilateral trade and investment organization. Sarah has re-centered the Council’s activities around providing business services\, catalyzing business growth and activity\, and advocating for stronger Sino-Canadian bilateral trade and investment. This has resulted in extensive public outreach activities\, internal infrastructure improvements\, the launch of new programs such as the Business Incubation Centre\, and thriving member relations. \nPrior to joining CCBC\, Sarah worked for 11 years in marketing\, product development\, and management with a major multinational corporation\, where she had multiple assignments involving China. Sarah managed worldwide product businesses that marketed to China and used China-based sources of supply. She was also involved in several projects requiring cooperation with the Chinese government. Sarah has led both established and start-up businesses within the context of a global corporation and has broad emerging market business experience\, and has been involved in the Greater China region since the late 1980s when she lived and worked in Taiwan. There\, she was the first non-Chinese employee of a local high-tech start-up firm\, where she gained a deep understanding of Chinese business practices. \nA fluent Mandarin speaker\, Sarah’s interest in China began at the University of Wisconsin\, where she studied Chinese\, marketing\, and international business. She holds an MBA in finance and operations from the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester. She frequently speaks on China issues\, including marketing\, trade\, investment\, and Canada-China relations. \n \nLIU Linlin\nConsul (Counselor\, Economic and Trade)\nChinese Consulate General in Toronto \nMr. LIU Linlin was born in October 1965\, and holds a Master of Business Economics and Finance Degree. \nHe began his career in 1988 in the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation\, which is now the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. \nHe assumed his role in August 2022\, serving as a Counselor-level Consul responsible for economic and trade affairs in the Chinese Consulate General in Toronto.  \nWalid Hejazi\nProfessor of Economic Analysis and Policy\nRotman School of Management\, University of Toronto \nWalid Hejazi is a Professor of Economic Analysis and Policy at the Rotman School of Management\, University of Toronto. He is Academic Director of Rotman Executive Programs\, a Fellow of the Michael Lee-Chin Family Institute for Corporate Citizenship\, and member of the Board of Directors of the David & Sharon Johnston Centre for Corporate Governance Innovation. He is also academic director of the University of Toronto’s ESG Designation program\, the first of its kind in Canada. He has traveled extensively to China\, working with executives on better understanding global innovation and business strategies. He teaches in Rotman’s MBA\, EMBA and custom executive programs\, and has also delivered lectures in over 30 countries. In addition to his academic publications\, he has also published op-eds in the Globe and Mail\, the Financial Post\, the Toronto Star\, the Hill Times\, and the Conversation. He is regularly quoted in the media on a wide range of business and economic issues\, and has testified extensively before parliamentary and senate committees. \n \nYANG Yang\nHead of China & Southeast Asia Strategy\, Director\, ASG\, Capital Markets\nCIBC \nYang is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of extensive experience in the banking industry. She currently serves as the Director of CIBC Capital Market\, the Head of China and South East Asia Market Strategy. \nYang holds an EMBA degree from Queen’s University Smith School of Business\, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and professional development. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Carleton University\, demonstrating her solid academic foundation. \nIn addition to her corporate responsibilities\, Yang has been actively engaged in community service for over 20 years. She is the Vice President of Scarborough York Region Chinese Business Association and the Consultant of Chinese Community Association of Ottawa. With her community volunteer experience\, Yang is dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities she services. \n \nThomas J. Timmins\nPartner\nGowling WLG  \nTom is a senior partner serving clients in renewable energy project development and finance. He leads Gowling WLG Canada’s China Practice. \nPeter Zhang\nPartner\nGowling WLG \nPeter Zhang (Dongcheng) is a partner at Gowling WLG\, where he leads the firm’s China Initiative for the Toronto office.\nAdmitted to practice law in Canada and China\, Peter’s main areas of expertise include corporate finance\, mergers and acquisitions and foreign direct investment. \nPeter regularly assists clients in launching new businesses and making acquisitions in Canada and China. He holds special experience in co-ordinating legal teams composed of lawyers from different practices to resolve complicated legal disputes in Canada \nPeter started as an in-house legal counsel in a large joint venture in Shenzhen\, and spent 10 years working as an investment banker at tier-one investment banking and research institutions in China. Prior to joining Gowling WLG\, he was a partner of King & Wood Mallesons based in Shenzhen\, China. \nPeter graduated from the Law School of Jilin University with L.L.M. degree in 1994 and the Law School of University of Toronto with L.L.M. degree in 2016. \nJeff Zhang\nRegional Director\, Central Canada\nCanada China Business Council \nJeff has over 20 years of international experience in private\, public and non-profit organizations in a variety of sectors including E-commerce\, oil and gas\, retail\, commercial real estate\, education and financial services. Prior to joining CCBC\, Jeff worked in establishment and operation management at a Sino-Foreign joint venture company and in strategic partnership management at a Fortune 500 multinational company. He also led and assisted a number of Canadian companies and educational institutions into China where he was responsible for strategic partnerships and branding establishment. \nJeff has an MBA in marketing and international business from Concordia University in Montreal and is fluent in Mandarin and English. He has also been a guest speaker at professional business associations in China and Canada.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/lunar-new-year-toronto-reception-unveiling-insights-from-the-canada-china-business-survey/
LOCATION:Gowling WLG\, 1 First Canadian Place\, 100 King Street West\, Suite 1600\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CCBC Event,English,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Ivey High School Case Competition - IveyHSCC 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Ivey High School Case Competition (Ivey HSCC) is among the three largest international business competitions hosted by world-class business schools\, alongside Harvard and Wharton. Ivey HSCC boasts a renowned global reputation in case teaching and publishing\, and is dedicated to enhancing student leadership and business strategic thinking in the AI era. \nRegister for the Ivey HSCC info session to meet schools and students. Gain the opportunity to register for the case workshops (BEPP) at a discounted rate and volunteer as a country ambassador at the 2024 World Youth Business Elite Forum\, WYBEF.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/ivey-high-school-case-competition-iveyhscc-2024/
LOCATION:Xinflix Media\, 421 Bentley Street #8\, Markham\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English,Other Events (English)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240110T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240110T180000
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Roundtable Discussion with Jean-Christian Brillant\, Minister (Commercial)\, Embassy of Canada to China
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an open discussion with Jean-Christian Brillant\, Minister (Commercial) at the Embassy of Canada to China on January 10\, 2024\, at 5 pm EST. Jean-Christian oversees Canada’s trade and investment program across the whole China network. This roundtable will provide CCBC members with an opportunity to hear about Canada’s initiatives in China and discover potential business opportunities for Canadian companies. \nJean-Christian has extensive diplomatic experience in China. From 2010 to 2014\, he was posted to the Consulate General of Canada in Hong Kong and Macao as the Head of the Foreign Policy and Diplomacy Service. Subsequent to that\, he was Counsellor (Commercial) at the Embassy of Canada in China (Beijing) from 2016 to 2018\, and Deputy Consul General at the Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai from 2018 to 2021. \nJean-Christian is well-positioned to provide insights into the evolution of the Chinese market and regulations\, and is eager to hear about the China operations of CCBC members and their perspectives. \nThis event is free of charge and for members only. Limited spots are available\, and there is a one-representative limit per organization. Kindly confirm your availability promptly. \nPlease confirm your presence by email with David Perez-Des Rosiers\, Deputy Director\, Quebec Chapter\, at perez.dr@ccbc.com. You are welcome to include a question for Jean-Christian Brillant when confirming your presence.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/roundtable-discussion-with-jean-christian-brillant-minister-commercial-embassy-of-canada-to-china/
LOCATION:DS Avocats\, 1080 Côte du Beaver Hall #2100\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CCBC Event,CCBC Events,English,French,Quebec
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20231113T163851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T170652Z
UID:70411-1702144800-1702155600@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:CCBC Canadian Christmas Party In Beijing 2023
DESCRIPTION:‘Tis the season! The much-anticipated annual Canadian Christmas Ball is just around the corner\, scheduled for Saturday\, December 9\, 2023\, in Beijing! \nJoin the Canadian community at the InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun in Beijing for a fun-filled evening of festive food and entertainment. Enjoy a traditional Canadian Christmas buffet menu\, prize draws\, and live performances\, with a special visit from Santa Claus. \nProgram:\n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Beijing Time: Registration & Reception\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Beijing Time: Christmas Buffet\n(A special visit from Santa Claus will take place around 8pm!) \nLocation:\nGrand Ballroom\, Level 4\nInterContinental Beijing Sanlitun\nNo. 1 South Sanlitun Road\, Chaoyang District\, Beijing \nTickets:\nIndividual:\n– CCBC/CanCham Member: RMB 700\n– Non-member: RMB 800 \nTables:\n– Member Table: RMB 6\,800\nCCBC/CanCham Beijing members only; 10 seats per table\n– Non-Member Table: RMB 8\,000\n10 seats per table \nChildren:\n– Children between 6 to 12 years of age: RMB 250\n– Kids under 6 join free! (Limit of 2 tickets per purchase) \nFor Sponsorship and Corporate tables\, please contact Candice Zhao: candice@ccbc.com.cn.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/the-annual-canadian-christmas-ball-2023/
LOCATION:InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun\, Grand Ballroom\, Level 4\, No. 1 South Sanlitun Road\, Chaoyang District\, Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20231020T202022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T144049Z
UID:70224-1701336600-1701347400@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:Charting the Future: Insights for Navigating Continued Engagement between Canada and China
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a CCBC business seminar held at UBC Sauder School of Business’ downtown campus on November 30. Following CCBC’s 45th AGM Business Forum in Beijing on October 31\, this event will highlight the present and future state of the Canada-China relationship. Guests will hear speakers covering topics discussed at the AGM Business Forum\, such as the Chinese consumption shift and a discussion on natural resources\, investment\, and Indigenous engagement. There will also be insights from attendees of the AGM and three other trade missions that took place at the same time. \nJoin us to hear from these distinguished speakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRemarks on the Canada-China relationship – Vina Nadjibulla\, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada’s newly appointed VP Research and Strategy\nChinese consumers and how Canadian brands can tap into the Chinese market – Peter McMath\, Chief Revenue Officer\, WPIC Marketing + Technologies\nMarketing a Canadian brand at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai – David Tan\, President & CEO\, Sunnylife Health Enterprises\nThe role of Canada’s natural resources\, inward investment from China and how collaboration with Indigenous communities can play a role – Grand Chief Edward John (Akile Ch’oh)\, Hereditary Chief of Tl’azt’en Nation\, and Wei SHAO\, Partner and National Practice Group Co-Leader for the China Service\, Dentons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe event will include networking breaks\, including registration at 9:30 am PST\, a mid-morning coffee break\, and a light buffet networking lunch from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm PST. The event will be a great opportunity for participants to network with the speakers and local Canada-China business community. \n \nTickets:\nCCBC Members: $50 + tax (includes lunch)\nNon-Members: $90 + tax (includes lunch) \nVenue:\nSauder School of Business\, UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\,\nC150\, Bentley Lounge (Classroom Level)\nVancouver\, BC \nAgenda:\n9:30 am – 10:00 am PST: Registration and Networking\n10:00 am – 11:30 am PST: Welcome Remarks\, Presentations\, Panel Discussion\n11:30 am PST: Networking Lunch\n12:30 pm PST: Event ends \nPlease contact Lotta Ygartua\, CCBC Regional Director\, Western Canada\, for more information or sponsorship at lotta@ccbc.com. \nAbout the Speakers: \nGrand Chief Edward John (Akile Ch’oh)\, LL.B.\nHereditary Chief of Tl’azt’en Nation \nGrand Chief Edward John is a Hereditary Chief of Tl’azt’en Nation located on the banks of the Nak’al Bun (Stuart Lake) in Northern B.C. He is an Indigenous leader who has dedicated his life to the pursuit of social and economic justice for Canada’s Indigenous people\, having worked as a leader in Indigenous politics\, business and community development. Grand Chief John has been a lawyer for over 30 years. He holds a B.A. from the University of Victoria (UVIC)\, an LL.B from the University of British Columbia and Honorary Degrees from UVIC and the University of Northern BC. \nGrand Chief John has served in many leadership roles at the local\, provincial\, national and international levels. He is a long serving elected member of the First Nations Summit political executive\, which is mandated to carry out specific tasks related to Aboriginal Title and Rights negotiations with the governments of BC and Canada and other issues of common concern to First Nations in BC. He participated in the development of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples\, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in September 2007. He served a three-year term as the North American Representative to the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (January 2011 – December 2013) with a mandate to discuss indigenous issues related to economic and social development\, culture\, the environment\, education\, health and human rights. \n \nPeter McMath\nChief Revenue Officer\nWPIC Marketing + Technologies \nPeter McMath is the Chief Revenue Officer of WPIC Marketing + Technologies. \nOriginating from an entrepreneurial background as a founder and executive\, Mr. McMath is obsessed with solving problems. Having built and executed solutions across every department of a company\, Mr. McMath is now committed to leveraging his holistic experience in value creation and growth for organizations seeking market entry and market growth in the Asia Pacific regions. \nFrom ideation to execution\, Mr. McMath has developed products\, built consumer brands\, managed international sourcing and complex supply chain logistics and discovered partnership opportunities. Ultimately\, Mr. McMath’s impact has created value for organizations and customers in over 40 countries. \nMr. McMath’s strong ability to identify and understand the core problems\, then communicate a concise and appealing vision forward allows him to effectively identify key objectives and execute a plan to profitability and success. \n \nVina Nadjibulla\nVice-President\, Research & Strategy\nAsia Pacific Foundation of Canada \nVina Nadjibulla joined the APF Canada as Vice-President Research & Strategy on November 7\, 2023. \nAn Adjunct Professor at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs at the University of British Columbia\, Ms. Nadjibulla’s career includes two decades of experience in high-level diplomacy\, strategic planning\, policy analysis\, and program management\, with a focus on political risk analysis\, conflict prevention\, women’s rights\, peacebuilding\, and global governance. \nAs a Senior Research Fellow at the Soufan Center and a Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute\, Ms. Nadjibulla’s recent research has focused on hostage diplomacy\, Canada-China relations\, and Canada’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. As an international security and peacebuilding specialist\, she spent a significant portion of her career at the United Nations headquarters in New York and in peacekeeping and peacebuilding missions in West and Central Africa. She also has extensive experience working with national governments\, non-profits\, and philanthropic organizations in Canada\, the U.S.\, Central Asia\, and China. \nMs. Nadjibulla has been a long-time advocate for human rights and social justice. In 2018\, she led an international advocacy campaign that helped to secure the release of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor\, who were detained in China for more than 1\,000 days. \nMs. Nadjibulla holds a master’s degree in international affairs from Columbia University and is fluent in English\, Russian\, and Farsi\, and speaks intermediate Mandarin Chinese. A citizen of Canada\, she was born in the Soviet Union\, raised in Afghanistan\, and educated in the U.S. \n \nWei SHAO\nPartner and National Practice Group Co-Leader for the China Service\nDentons \nWei SHAO is the national practice group co-leader for the Canada China Country Collaboration group and specializes in international business transactions focusing on China. He has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions\, corporate and project financing\, cross-border counseling\, and general corporate and commercial transactions. \nMr. Shao has represented Chinese investors and entrepreneurs\, sovereign and investment funds\, private and public companies as well as major SOEs in various significant transactions in Canada\, especially in natural resource and mining. Mr. Shao has also advised Canadian and international companies in natural resources\, manufacturing\, high-tech\, environment\, infrastructure and financial transactions in China. He has also provided legal advice to government agencies and diplomatic missions from both Canada and China. He is a frequent speaker at various conferences on matters related to investment in or from China. \nPrior to his legal career Mr. Shao worked for the United Nations in New York. Mr. Shao is an interpreter accredited by the United Nations and by the federal government of Canada. As an interpreter or consultant\, Mr. Shao has been involved in numerous ministerial and prime ministerial meetings or negotiations between Canada and China. Mr. Shao was a Mission Advisor of CCBC’s 2023 Indigenous Trade Mission to China that was held around the time of CCBC’s 45th AGM Business Forum in Beijing\, China. \n \nDavid Tan\nPresident and CEO\nSunnylife Health Enterprises \nDavid Tan is the President and CEO of Sunnylife Health Enterprises Inc.\, which offers a complete solution to wholesale\, private label and OEM bee products and herbs. Mr. Tan is an entrepreneur who started his business in 2005 in Vancouver when he saw the market needed a one-stop contract manufacturing service for entrepreneurs who want to create and promote their own brands\, so that they can control the sales channels. Mr. Tan will participate again in this year’s China International Import Expo (CIIE)\, an annual event in Shanghai. \nMr. Tan actively contributes to the healthcare industry by holding prominent positions in various associations and boards. He serves as the Vice President of the Canadian Medicines and Health Products Importer and Exporter Association\, Deputy Secretary-General of the Chinese Medical Association Canadian Office\, and Deputy Secretary-General of the World Chinese Doctors’ Association Canadian Office. Additionally\, Mr. Tan is the Deputy Director of the Clinical Nutrition Committee of the North American Medical Alliance and the Director of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Medicines and Health Products. \nFurthermore\, he plays a pivotal role as the Deputy Secretary-General of the Belt and Road Medical Device Innovation and Application Alliance in Shanghai. His influence extends to being the Canadian Advisor to the Belt and Road Medical Education Alliance in Shenyang and the National Cardiovascular Association in Suzhou. Mr. Tan is also a Collaborating Partner of the Sinclair Laboratory Research Fund at Harvard Medical School and serves as the US Contact for the Nutrition Office of the FDA. \nMoreover\, he contributes as the Supplier of Health Product Export Price Index for the US Department of Commerce and serves as the Domestic Conference Executive for the US Senate Health Committee Advisor. In the realm of international cooperation\, Mr. Tan acts as the US-China Cancer Research Center Liaison for Nanjing Zhongmai. \nIn the business sector\, Mr. Tan holds positions as executive at or advisor to companies involved in natural\, anti-aging\, pharmaceutical and Chinese medicine products.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/charting-the-future-insights-for-navigating-continued-engagement-between-canada-and-china/
LOCATION:Sauder School of Business\, UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, C150\, Bentley Lounge\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 3B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:BC,CCBC Event,English
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231101T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20231010T193521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T224146Z
UID:70085-1698832800-1698834600@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:Notice of CCBC Annual General Meeting (AGM Business Meeting)
DESCRIPTION:As a non-profit organization\, under the Canada Corporations Act\, CCBC must annually hold a general meeting of members to: \n\n\n\nProceed with the examination and approval of the financial statements\nAppoint an auditor\, and\nElect directors of the Corporation\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, November 1\, 2023\n10:00 am – 10:30 am Local Beijing Time \nLocation: China World Summit Wing\, Beijing\nNo.1 Jianguomenwai Avenue\, Beijing\n100004\, China \nSeating is limited. Attendance is free.  \nMembers are allowed to send more than one representative\, but each member firm is allowed one vote. Only members in good standing may attend and vote or submit a proxy. \nPlease indicate your intention below and return by email to events@ccbc.com by Wednesday\, October 25\, 2023. \nCompany Name:  ____________________________________________________\nCompany Representative’s Name:  ______________________________________\nEmail:  _____________________________________________________________\nTelephone: ________________________________________ \nI will attend the Business Meeting (yes/no):  _______ \nPROXY VOTE\nAs a member\, you have the right to appoint a proxy if you are not able to attend in person. \nThe undersigned would like to be represented by proxy (power of attorney). Please note that s. 3.09 of By-Law No. 1: Conduct of Internal Affairs\, states that a member may appoint a proxy (who need not be a member of the Corporation) in order to attend the meeting and to act in the manner and within the limits of the mandate granted by the proxy. Such an instrument must be in writing and signed by the mandatory (i.e. the member granting the proxy). Members wishing to grant a general proxy for business to be conducted at the meeting are therefore urged to state specifically in writing that the individual named as proxy is entitled to vote for\, against\, or to abstain from voting in respect of any matter properly brought before the meeting and generally to exercise all powers such individual has as a member at such meeting. Please send such writing to events@ccbc.com by the date indicated above. \n___________________________________________________\n(Member’s Signature)
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/notice-of-ccbc-annual-general-meeting-agm-business-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:79/F Beijing Room\, China World Summit Wing\, Beijing\, No.1 Jianguomenwai Avenue\, Beijing\, 100004\, China
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231101T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20231101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230921T170129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T170343Z
UID:69916-1698827400-1698870600@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:China Corporate Restructuring International Forum 2023
DESCRIPTION:After decades of fast economic growth\, China today faces new challenges on how to transform its economic model for a more sustainable growth. International relations and geopolitical factors present both opportunities and challenges for Chinese firms. Under this backdrop\, the first China Corporate Restructuring International Forum will be held in Beijing on November 1\, 2023. This forum will be co-hosted and supported by Smith School of Business\, Queen’s University\, Canada; the Institute of International M&A and Investment\, Renmin University\, China; ifeng.com; the Canada China Business Council; CFA Society Beijing; and other institutions. At the forum\, academic and industry experts will explore topics such as how skills\, expertise\, and resource reallocations could induce the sustainable growth of Chinese companies while facing uncertainties in the post-pandemic period. \nFor more information\, please contact lucia.dai@smartplusfin.com or visit https://www.huodongxing.com/event/7720682530500?layout=Convention-EN.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/china-corporate-restructuring-international-forum-2023/
LOCATION:Four Seasons Hotel\, Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Chinese,English,Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (English)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230521T171937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T171811Z
UID:68207-1698710400-1698796799@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:CCBC 45th AGM and Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Canada-China business community is at a critical juncture\, where challenges and opportunities intersect within a recovering Chinese economy\, which is expected to drive a significant upturn in economic growth. Increasing middle-class consumption for quality goods and rising demand for Canadian capabilities in China present a promising landscape for post-pandemic growth. While certain areas continue to pose difficulties for Canada-China cooperation\, there are also platforms that facilitate progress towards shared goals. \nJoin us in Beijing for CCBC’s 45th AGM & Business Forum\, as we restart\, reconnect\, and review Canada’s position in China’s dynamic market. China has experienced substantial transformations in recent years\, further accelerated by the challenges posed by COVID-19. As travel to China resumes\, competitive companies need to understand recent changes\, realistically assess the marketplace\, and formulate effective strategies for the future. \nNow is the time to advocate for Canada’s presence in the China market. With an increasing number of businesses venturing into China\, Canadians must remain committed to raising our national flag higher\, amplifying the visibility of Canadian products\, and reinforcing the recognition of the distinctive Canadian brand. Through this convergence in Beijing\, spanning multiple sectors\, we can call attention to Canada and ensure that after three years of restricted travel\, Chinese consumers and stakeholders are reminded of the benefits Canada can bring. \nFor details\, please visit ccbcagm.com/en.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/ccbc-45th-agm-and-business-forum/
LOCATION:79/F Beijing Room\, China World Summit Wing\, Beijing\, No.1 Jianguomenwai Avenue\, Beijing\, 100004\, China
CATEGORIES:CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230724T144928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T171840Z
UID:68964-1698624000-1698796799@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:CCBC 2023 Canadian Education Mission to China
DESCRIPTION:International students from mainland China and Hong Kong amounted to 169\,905\, or 26.2% of the international student population in Canada in 2019 based on Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data. Proportionally\, this translates to Chinese student spending of about $5.72 billion in Canada in 2019\, supporting over 57\,000 jobs. In other words\, education services were Canada’s largest export to China in 2019. \nAfter three years of pandemic closure\, China reopened its borders in early 2023 and many Chinese students are eager to leap back into their ways of international travel and study. Canada has remained a top destination for Chinese students; however\, competition in the global education market is fierce and with the residual effects of the COVID-19 pandemic\, tense Canada-China relations\, and global economic slowdown\, Canadian educational institutions must go there to Rediscover\, Reconnect and Rebuild their competitive edge. \nWith support of the Embassy of Canada to China\, co-hosted by the Bank of China (Canada) and Cape Breton University\, CCBC is pleased to organize the 2023 Canadian Education Mission to China on October 30-31\, 2023\, comprised of participants from Canadian universities\, colleges\, high schools\, language centres\, and educational service companies to have face-to-face meetings with Canadian Trade Commissioners responsible for education in China\, IRCC officials in China\, Chinese officials from the affiliated organizations of the Ministry of Education\, and their Chinese counterparts from universities\, colleges\, high schools and education service companies. \nIn addition\, this two-day Mission will encompass CCBC’s 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 31 in Beijing\, which provides excellent networking opportunities with senior management of Canadian and Chinese business communities\, including those from the education sector. Furthermore\, the 2023 China Annual Conference & Expo for International Education (CACIE) will be held on October 26-28 and the China International Import Expo (CIIE) will start on November 5; Canadian delegates/educators who plan fall travel can include the CCBC AGM\, the 2023 Canadian Education Mission to China\, CEE & CACIE\, and CIIE as part of a trip to China and/or Asia. \nFor more information\, please visit our webpage.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/ccbc-2023-canadian-education-mission-to-china/
LOCATION:Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230712T160846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T172115Z
UID:68803-1698451200-1698883199@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:CCBC 2023 Indigenous Trade Mission to China
DESCRIPTION:As Indigenous businesses\, development corporations and business organizations pursue growth and build infrastructure\, China’s growing market poses unique opportunities. China is the world’s largest and most dynamic consumer market\, with a strong appreciation of high-quality Canadian consumer products. As the world’s second-largest economy\, China’s strong demand for commodities and natural resources presents important export opportunities for Canadian and Indigenous organizations. \nThis October\, CCBC will lead a group of First Nations\, Inuit and Métis (hereinafter referred to as “Indigenous”) entrepreneurs\, economic development executives\, and Indigenous leaders on a trade mission to Beijing\, China\, to build connections and partnerships that help delegates develop export markets and sources of investment to facilitate exports. \nDoing business with China successfully requires diligent cultivation of relationships that can be difficult from afar. Finally\, after years of COVID restrictions\, Canada-China travel has resumed\, and it is an important moment to ramp up China-market business development. The Mission will offer a series of activities\, curated meetings\, and business interactions to help delegates enhance their knowledge of business in China\, broaden their in-market networks\, and achieve their business goals. The five-day mission program will encompass CCBC’s AGM as well as unique delegation-specific visits\, meetings\, and activities in Beijing. \nFor more information\, please visit our website. \nCCBC thanks CanExport Associations for partial funding support for this program.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/ccbc-2023-indigenous-trade-mission-to-china/
LOCATION:Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230712T154530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T172144Z
UID:68795-1698451200-1698883199@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:CCBC 2023 Women in Business China Mission
DESCRIPTION:The CCBC Women in Business China Mission is designed to serve the interests of Canadian women business leaders and/or representatives of women-led companies with a product or service to sell to China. China is the world’s largest and most dynamic consumer market\, with a strong appreciation of high-quality Canadian products. Women-led businesses are under-represented in Canada-China trade\, and this Mission is designed to give women-led businesses the resources\, tools\, and connections to succeed in the China market. \nThis October\, CCBC will lead up to 12 delegates who are representatives of women-led businesses on a trade mission to Beijing\, with the objective of engaging China connections to support exports. \nDoing business in China successfully requires diligent cultivation of relationships that can be difficult from afar. After years of COVID restrictions\, Canada-China travel has resumed\, and it is an important moment to ramp up China market business development. The five-day Mission in Beijing will offer a series of activities\, curated meetings\, and business interactions to help delegates enhance their knowledge of business in China\, broaden their in-market networks\, and achieve their business goals. \nFor more information\, please visit our website. \nCCBC thanks CanExport Associations for partial funding support for this program.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/ccbc-2023-women-in-business-china-mission/
LOCATION:Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230905T205746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T194257Z
UID:69731-1695812400-1695817800@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:Making The Most of Your Membership - September 2023
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to best take advantage of your CCBC membership! \nWhether you are new to CCBC or have been a member for years\, this interactive members-only session will cover everything you need to know to make the most of your CCBC experience. \nParticipants will learn about the unique\, exclusive benefits available to CCBC members\, and network with professionals within the Canada-China business community. Learn more about CCBC\, get familiar with our team and the work we do\, and connect with like-minded peers from across the country. \nThis session is open to CCBC members only\, free of charge. \nYour local Chapter Director will be in touch to extend invitations to new CCBC members that have joined since the last session. For any questions\, please contact: \n• Atlantic Chapter: Edward Dai\n• Quebec Chapter: David Perez-Des Rosiers\n• Ontario Chapter: Jeff Zhang\, Yuli Liu\n• Prairies Chapter and Territories: Lotta Ygartua\n• British Columbia Chapter: Lotta Ygartua\n• Beijing Chapter: Noah Fraser\, Candice Zhao\n• Shanghai Chapter: Edward Dai
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/making-the-most-of-your-membership-september-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Atlantic,BC,Beijing,CCBC Event,English,Ontario,Prairies,Quebec,Shanghai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230918T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230918T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230828T164724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T213855Z
UID:69642-1695025800-1695033000@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] China Market Breakfast Briefing with the Trade Commissioner Service
DESCRIPTION:CCBC welcomes you to join a networking breakfast briefing together with visiting Trade Commissioners from the Canadian Embassy of Beijing and the Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai in downtown Vancouver on September 18\, 2023. Mr. Jonathan Brasnett\, Second Secretary\, Trade Commissioner\, Consumer products\, Trade Commissioner Service\, and Mr. Samuel Boateng\, Consul & Trade Commissioner\, Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai\, will provide a briefing on the Chinese market opportunities and share insights from the ground in China. We welcome questions from the audience for an interactive session. \nWhether you are already operating in the China market or looking for new opportunities\, or are starting to consider China in your future expansion plans\, this event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with key contacts and the local Canada-China business community. \nTickets:\nFree registration for CCBC members only \nAgenda:\n8:30 am PDT: Registration\n9:00 am PDT: Welcome Remarks\, Briefing and Q&A\, Networking\n10:30 am PDT: Event Ends \nContact Lotta Ygartua\, Regional Director\, Western Canada\, for any questions at lotta@ccbc.com. \n \nAbout the Speakers: \n \nSamuel Boateng\nConsul & Trade Commissioner\nConsulate General of Canada in Shanghai \nSamuel Boateng is an international trade professional who works with multinational firms\, SMEs and entrepreneurs to develop their international business development strategies and grow their exports. After spending nearly a decade working in international business development and marketing for multimillion dollar brands and start-ups\, Samuel believes that it is imperative for companies to think globally while developing their business development strategies no matter what stage they are in. For the past four years\, Samuel has been working with Global Affairs Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service to provide strategic international business development advice to Canadian companies in their quest to get export ready and thrive in the global marketplace. \nSamuel holds a BA in public policy and administration from York University\, a MA in public and international affairs from the University of Ottawa\, and holds a CITP®|FIBP® designation from the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). \n \nJonathan Brasnett\nSecond Secretary and Trade Commissioner (Consumer Products)\nTrade Commissioner Service\n \nJonathan Brasnett\, Second Secretary and Trade Commissioner (Consumer Products) at the Embassy of Canada to the People’s Republic of China\, began his role in Beijing September 2022. He works with a team of highly experienced local staff to promote Canadian brands in a variety of consumer products sub-sectors\, from apparel and accessories\, home décor and sports equipment\, to mother and baby products\, natural health products and cosmetics. He helps Canadian companies develop strategies for success in the China market and find suitable partners to facilitate sales through either online or offline channels. Jonathan has had a long-standing interest in China\, first coming to Beijing in 2012 to study Mandarin. He has a Bachelor of Arts from McGill University\, a Master’s from the University of British Columbia and a PhD from the University of Ottawa\, all focusing on Chinese language\, culture\, history and politics. \nAbout the Trade Commissioner Service:\nThe Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps Canadian companies and organizations of all sizes grow and operate internationally. Its network of Trade Commissioners in more than 160 cities around the globe can connect businesses and organizations with qualified contacts\, funding\, and support programs\, and provide key information to help seize international opportunities and succeed in markets around the world.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/china-market-breakfast-briefing-with-the-trade-commissioner-service/
LOCATION:Dentons Canada LLP\, 250 Howe Street\, 20th Floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 3R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:BC,CCBC Event,English
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230908T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230811T204957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T205340Z
UID:69444-1694172600-1694201400@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:2023 HKCBA Annual National Conference
DESCRIPTION:This conference will focus on such areas of opportunities as: Energy Transition and Environment\, and success stories of Canadian companies. As these developments in Asia are further broadened and deepened by China’s 14th Five-Year-Plan\, the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Development and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement\, Canadian companies have a significant opportunity to capitalize on these opportunities. \nFriday\, September 8\, 2023 (MDT 11:30-19:30)\nCalgary Petroleum Club\, 319 5 Ave SW\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0L5\, Canada \nTo register\, please visit https://www.hkcba.com/events/hkcba-annual-national-conference-keynote-luncheon-2.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/2023-hkcba-annual-national-conference/
LOCATION:Calgary Petroleum Club\, 319 5 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0L5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Other Events (English)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230815T142628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T151701Z
UID:69449-1692439200-1692469800@ccbc.com
SUMMARY:8th Canada China International Film Festival Toronto Screenings
DESCRIPTION:Come and book your tickets now! Discount code for tickets: CCIFFPROMO \n10:00 – 12:00\nMount Wuyi\, Our National Park | 武夷山，我们的国家公园 (2022\, 30min)\n王硕 张蕾 陈秀君 江远流 陈阳 王晨/Shuo Wang\, Lei Zhang\, Xiujun Chen\, Yuanliu Jiang\, Yang Chen\, Chen Wang\nDocumentary/纪录片 | China/中国 | Chinese/中文 \nThe film showcases the beauty of nature and biodiversity in Mount Wuyi National Park\, which is a habitat to a variety of endangered and vulnerable animals and plants. 展现武夷山国家公园优质的自然环境和生物多样性特色，记录多种濒危、易危动植物。 \nHome in Shunde | 家在顺德 (2022\, 1h30min)\nYue Li/李乐 | Documentary/纪录片\nChine/中国 | Mandarin/中文 \n“Home in Shunde” is a documentary series about the culture of ancestral temples and family culture in Guangdong\, China. The film tells a touching story about the past and present of ancestral temple of Shunde. 《家在顺德》是一部讲述广东宗祠文化和家庭文化的系列纪录片。 影片讲述了顺德祠堂的前世今生的感人故事。 \n12:00 – 13:00\nReception | 招待会 \n13:00 – 14:30\nBig Fight in Little Chinatown | 唐人街大奋斗 (2022\, 1h28min)\nKaren Cho | Documentary/纪录片\nCanada/加拿大 | English/英语 \nAll across the globe\, Chinatowns are under threat of disappearing – and along with them\, the rich history of a community who fought from the margins for a place to belong. Big Fight in Little Chinatown will document the collective fight to save Chinatowns across North America. 全球唐人街都面临着消失的威胁—与它们一起消失的还有社群奋斗的丰富历史，他们从边缘地位一直争取着属于自己的地方。唐人街大奋斗记录了北美各地为拯救唐人街的集体抗争。 \n14:30 – 15:00\nIntermission | 中场 \n15:00 – 16:30\nCoyote | 郊狼 (2022\, 1h29min)\nKatherine Jerkovic | Drama/剧情\nCanada/加拿大 | French & Spanish/法语&西班牙语 \nA cook in his heyday\, Camilo is now a worn-out fifty-year-old who works for a cleaning company. We can guess a personal failure in the past of this solitary Mexican living in Montreal. 卡米洛在他的鼎盛时期是一名厨师，现在是一个疲惫不堪的 50 岁老人，在一家清洁公司工作，可想而知，这个独自住在蒙特利尔墨西哥人有段失败的过去。 \n16:30 – 17:00\nIntermission | 中场 \n17:00 – 18:30\nThe Cord of Life | 脐带 (2022\, 1h36min)\nSixue Qiao/乔思雪 | Drama/剧情\nChina/中国 | Chinese/中文 \nAlus is a Mongolian electronic musician confused about what he wants in life. He also cannot bear to see his mother\, who suffers from Alzheimer’s\, living like a captive in his brother’s city apartment\, so he decides to take her back to the grassland in search of the home she yearns for. 迷茫的蒙古族电子音乐人阿鲁斯，不忍患阿尔兹海姆症的母亲在城市中遭受哥哥的囚禁，带她重回草原寻找她心中的家。
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/8th-canada-china-international-film-festival-toronto-screenings/
LOCATION:Toronto Metropolitan University Auditorium\, TRS 1-067\, 55 Dundas St West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 2C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chinese,English,Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (English)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
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SUMMARY:Toronto Lit Up: “Where Waters Meet” by ZHANG Ling
DESCRIPTION:Join author ZHANG Ling on Saturday\, August 12 at 2 pm ET for the launch of her novel Where Waters Meet (Amazon Crossing). Hosted by the Canada-China Institute for Business & Development\, Zhang will be in conversation with professor Christopher Payne\, an East Asian literature expert and a literary translator at the University of Toronto. \nThis free Toronto Lit Up event will take place at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Ted Rogers School of Management building from 2 – 4 pm. The event will consist of a reading\, Q&A and reception. \nToronto Metropolitan University\, Ted Rogers School of Management\nTRSM 1-148 & 1-150 TRSM Commons\, 55 Dundas West\, Toronto \n\n  \nToronto Lit Up is a multi-year initiative\, started in 2016 by the Toronto International Festival of Authors and the Toronto Arts Council\, to spotlight Toronto writers and empower local artists with career-building opportunities. Between April 2016 and March 2023\, Toronto Lit Up has presented 165 events featuring over 200 Toronto authors and illustrators. Toronto Lit Up book launches take place throughout the year at venues across the city. They are open to the public and free to attend. Click here for more information. \n    
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/toronto-lit-up-where-waters-meet-by-zhang-ling/
LOCATION:Toronto Metropolitan University\, Ted Rogers School of Management\, Room TRS 3-147 (9/F)\, 55 Dundas West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 2C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English,Ontario,Other Events (English)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230710T104500
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230705T165652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T153926Z
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SUMMARY:China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) China International Supply Chain Expo Roadshow 2023
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the China International Supply Chain Expo Roadshow\, organized by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT). The event will take place under the theme\, Linking the world\, Sharing Canada-China Supply Chain Opportunities. \nTheme: Linking the World\, Sharing China – Canada Supply Chain Opportunities \nTime: July 10\, 2023\, 9:00 am – 10:45 am EDT \nVenue: 421 Bentley St #8\, Xinflix Media\, Markham\, ON L3R 0H7 \nOrganizer: China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) \n  \n\n08:30-09:00 Registration (networking breakfast)\n\n  \nAgenda:  \nSession I: Speeches & Video Presentation  \n\n9:00 – 9:05: Moderator by Mr. XU Qiang\, Chief Representative of CCPIT Rep. Office in Canada\n9:05 – 9:15: Speech by Mr. YU Jianlong\, Vice Chairman of CCPIT (online)\n9:15 – 9:25: Speech by LIU Linlin\, Consul (Counsellor) for Economic & Trade Affairs\, Chinese Consulate General in Toronto\n9:25 – 9:35: Speech by Ms. Sarah Kutulakos\, Executive Director & COO\, Canada China Business Council\n9:35 – 9:45: Speech by Mr. DENG Jun\, President\, Canada China Chamber of Commerce\n9:45 – 9:50: Speech by Mr. William Wang\, Director\, Alberta China Offices\, Government of Alberta\n9:50 – 9:55: China International Supply Chain Expo Promotion Video\n9:55 – 10:10: Introduction of ‘CISCE’ by the China International Exhibition Center Group (online)\n10:10 – 10:15: Q&A Session\n\n  \nSession II: Panel Discussion \n\n10:15 – 10:45: Exploring Opportunities and Challenges in Canada-China Supply Chain \n\nModerator:\nMr. DENG Jun\, President of Canada China Chamber of Commerce\,\nPanellists: \nMr. Jeff Zhang\, Regional Director\, Central Canada\, Canada China Business Council\nMr. Thomas Timmins\, Partner\, Gowling WLG\nMs. Joyce Jiang\, CEO\, APEX Logistics Canada\nMr. Peter Zhang\, Partner\, Gowling WLG\nMr. David Cui\, Executive Director\, Macro Eng. and Tech. Inc.\nMr. Bernard He\, CEO\, Bright Mega Group \nTo register\, please send your completed registration form (CISCE-roadshow-registration-form.docx) to liyahui201312@outlook.com.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/china-council-for-the-promotion-of-international-trade-ccpit-china-international-supply-chain-expo-roadshow-2023/
LOCATION:In-person Toronto/virtual hybrid\, 421 Bentley St #8\, Xinflix Media\, Markham\, Ontario\, L3R 0H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chinese,English,Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (English)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230702
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230524T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T200947Z
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SUMMARY:Canada Day in Beijing 2023
DESCRIPTION:CCBC is delighted to announce our annual Canada Day party\, coming up on Saturday\, July 1\, is now open for registration! \nWe look forward to seeing everyone and celebrating Canada’s birthday in the capital on the 4th floor terrace of the Kerry Hotel. Enjoy Canadian cocktails\, cold beer and wine\, a terrific grill menu\, live music and networking all to celebrate Canada’s 156th birthday. \nDate:\nJuly 1\, 2023 \nTime:\n5:30 pm to 7:00 pm: Registration & Cocktails\n7:00 pm to 9:30 pm: Buffet Dinner\n5点30分至7点: 签到&鸡尾酒会\n7点至9点30分: 自助晚宴 \nLocation:\nTerrace\, Level 4\, Kerry Hotel\, Beijing\n1 Guang Hua Road\, Chaoyang District\, Beijing\n北京嘉里大酒店，四层露台\n北京市朝阳区光华路1号 \nDress Code:\nSmart Casual / Canadian Festive \nScan QR code for registration. For Sponsorship and Corporate tables\, please contact Candice Zhao at candice@ccbc.com.cn.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/canada-day-in-beijing-2023/
LOCATION:Kerry Hotel\, Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230524T181727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T205846Z
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SUMMARY:Canada Day Classic Golf Tournament 2023
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce that our annual Canada Day Classic Golf Tournament will be on Friday\, June 30 at Beijing Huatang International Golf Club. \nEven if you’re not a big golfer\, the four-person scramble (aka “best ball”) format will allow everyone to come out and have fun. \nAgenda:\n8:00 am – Arrive at course for registration\n8:20 am – Group Photo\n8:30 am – Tee Off\n11:30 am – 12:00 pm – Lunch Delivery to your Carts\n1:30 pm – 2:00 pm – Prizes and Draw \nVenue:\nBeijing Huatang International Golf Club\n华堂国际高尔夫俱乐部\n河北省廊坊市三河市燕郊经济技术开发区左堤路南 \nScan QR code for registration. For sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Candice Zhao at candice@ccbc.com.cn\, WeChat: Ziran9164.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/canada-day-classic-golf-tournament-2023/
LOCATION:Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230628T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230628T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025726
CREATED:20230608T202354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T200308Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT [CCBC Breakfast Seminar] Emerging Regulation: What Companies Doing Business in/with China Should Know about Forced Labour in Supply Chains
DESCRIPTION:Are you doing business in/with China? Do you know Canada’s new rules on forced labour? Do you know the new rules’ possible impacts on your supply chains? \nUp until now\, Canadian regulation on forced labour has impacted only a few sectors importing from China. The May 2023 approval of Bill S-211—a supply chain transparency law aimed at preventing and reducing the risk of forced labour and child labour\, has farther-reaching implications. With these new supply chain transparency public reporting requirements\, companies doing business in China may face heightened scrutiny\, and the Canadian government has issued a business advisory concerning supply chains involving Xinjiang. Canada’s new rules facilitate scrutiny by internal and external stakeholders and require companies to consider what efforts they make to mitigate the risk of forced labour and child labour in their supply chains. The first reports are due in May 2024\, and businesses should act now to enhance their risk assessments and due diligence efforts. \nWe encourage CCBC members in every sector to understand how it may impact their supply chain due diligence. Join panelists Sabrina Bandali and Jessica Horwitz of Bennett Jones LLP for a discussion of what these developments mean for businesses\, the enforcement landscape\, and practical tips to facilitate compliance\, moderated by Stephen Bowman\, Vice Chair and Managing Partner\, People and Talent\, Bennett Jones LLP. \nJoin us in Toronto for the last in-person event before a summer break. In-person attendees will have the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals\, engage in fruitful discussions\, and gain insights about successful implementation of responsible sourcing initiatives. Outside Toronto\, a webinar option (with recording) is available. \n \nTickets:\n[SOLD OUT] In-person: Free for CCBC Members; $50 for non-members.\n[SOLD OUT] Virtual: Free for CCBC members and non-members. Can’t make the live webinar? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording. \nIn-person:\nAgenda:\n8:30 am – 9:00 am EDT: Registration and Networking Breakfast\n9:00 am – 10:00 am EDT: Welcome Remarks\, Presentations\, Panel Discussion\, Closing Remarks\n10:00 am – 10:30 am EDT: Networking \nVenue:\nBennett Jones LLP Toronto Office\n3400\, One First Canadian Place\, Canada Boardrooms \nVirtual (WebEx):\n9:00 am – 10:00 am EDT: Welcome Remarks\, Presentations\, Panel Discussion\, Closing Remarks\n \nAbout the Speakers: \nSabrina A. Bandali\nPartner\nBennett Jones LLP \nSabrina A. Bandali helps Canadian and international clients navigate a broad range of international trade and investment law issues. She provides strategic advice related to free trade and investment protection agreements\, customs law\, foreign corrupt practices\, export controls\, economic sanctions\, trade remedies\, cross-border product regulatory and labelling\, and international dispute settlement. She represents clients in a broad range of industries\, including manufacturing\, technology\, consumer products\, retail/fashion\, life sciences\, oil and gas\, and agriculture. \nSabrina is a tenacious advocate for her clients. She has litigated matters before ad hoc international arbitration tribunals\, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal\, the Federal Court of Appeal\, the Ontario Court of Appeal\, and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (including the Commercial List). She represents clients in trade verifications\, trade remedy disputes\, and appeals of customs valuation\, tariff classification\, and origin decisions by the Canada Border Services Agency. \nAs part of her advisory practice\, Sabrina helps clients understand the tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade that affect importers and exporters. She develops practical strategies to optimize clients’ cross-border trade activity\, including helping them navigate supply chain compliance risks. Sabrina assists businesses in designing and implementing anti-corruption\, sanctions\, and import/export compliance programs and conducts related internal investigations and audits. \nSabrina is an adjunct professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law\, where she teaches domestic and international anti-corruption law. \nSabrina is a member of the Advocates’ Society\, American Bar Association\, Canadian Bar Association and Transparency International. She is a Past Chair of the Canadian Bar Association national Women Lawyers Forum. \n \nJessica B. Horwitz\nPartner\nBennett Jones LLP \nJessica Horwitz is an advocate and business advisor for Canadian and international clients on complex and high-stakes matters relating to international trade\, customs\, import and export regulation and economic sanctions. \nJessica works with clients across a broad range of industries to creatively solve problems and resolve disputes concerning imports\, exports and international investments. She has expertise in Canadian customs law\, trade remedies (anti-dumping and countervailing duties and safeguard measures)\, cross-border excise taxes (GST/HST) and duties\, bilateral and regional free trade agreements and WTO law\, Canadian product regulation and labelling\, export controlled goods and technology\, national defence contracting and the Controlled Goods Program\, Canadian economic sanctions\, anti-money laundering\, anti-terrorist financing and anti-corruption laws\, forced labour compliance and supply chain integrity\, and other cross-border issues. \nJessica appears regularly before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) and the Federal Courts in customs appeals and trade remedy proceedings\, and represents clients in trade verifications and enforcement matters involving the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)\, Global Affairs Canada\, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency\, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police\, and other domestic and foreign regulatory and law enforcement agencies. She helps businesses to design and implement effective trade compliance programs and internal controls\, and to conduct risk assessments\, reviews and investigations related to trade\, sanctions and anti-corruption compliance. \nJessica is ranked as Up and Coming by Chambers Global in the area of International Trade/WTO Law\, a Key Lawyer in International Trade by Legal 500 Canada\, and One to Watch in International Trade and Finance Law by Best Lawyers in Canada. She is an active member of legal organizations including the Canadian Bar Association and Ontario Bar Association International Law Sections\, the American Bar Association Section of International Law and the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation\, the Organization of Women in International Trade\, and the Inter-American Bar Association. Jessica is on the board of directors of the Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT)\, Toronto chapter. She is also is a past chair of the OBA International Law Section and a past co-chair of the ABA Section of International Law International Trade Committee and International Transportation Committee. \nAbout the Moderator: \nStephen W. Bowman\nVice Chair and Managing Partner\, People and Talent\nBennett Jones LLP \nStephen Bowman is Vice Chair and Managing Partner\, People and Talent at Bennett Jones. He is a member of the firm’s tax department and leads the firm’s China and Asia initiatives. Stephen served as managing partner in Toronto for more than 13 years. \nStephen’s practice has included mergers\, acquisitions\, corporate restructuring\, corporate finance\, and trans-border transactions\, with extensive experience in asset-based financing and equipment leasing. His practice also encompasses estate planning\, where he advises Canadian domestic and foreign clients in connection with the establishment\, operation and reorganization of estate planning structures\, as well as with business\, philanthropic and wealth succession planning. \nStephen has written and spoken on domestic and international tax planning matters and is a contributing author to Tax Policy in Canada\, ed. by Mintz\, McKenzie and Kerr\, and to U.S. Taxation of Foreign Controlled Businesses\, ed. by Marc M. Levey. He is a past president of the Canadian Branch of the International Fiscal Association. He is also a recipient of the Canadian Tax Foundation’s annual Douglas J. Sherbaniuk Distinguished Writing Award. \nStephen is Co-Chair of the International Bar Association’s Future of Legal Services Commission\, past Chair of the IBA’s Law Firm Management Committee and a past member of the Council of the Section on Public and Professional Interest. He is the Chair of the Board of Directors of Greenwood College School and a member of the Board of Directors of the Canada China Business Council. He is also immediate past Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Ontario Museum and a former director of the Royal Ontario Museum Foundation.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/what-companies-doing-business-in-with-china-should-know-about-forced-labour-in-supply-chains/
LOCATION:In-person Toronto/virtual hybrid\, 421 Bentley St #8\, Xinflix Media\, Markham\, Ontario\, L3R 0H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Atlantic,BC,CCBC Event,English,Ontario,Prairies,Quebec
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