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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Canada–China Forum on Trade and Investment Cooperation
DESCRIPTION:The Canada China Business Council (CCBC) and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) are pleased to invite you to the Canada–China Forum on Trade and Investment Cooperation\, taking place on Monday\, December 1\, 2025\, in Toronto\, Ontario. The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\, with registration and networking beginning at 11:30 a.m.\, followed by the formal program and a buffet lunch starting at 12:00 p.m.  \nThe Forum will feature Mr. REN Hongbin\, Chairman of CCPIT\, as the keynote speaker. His travel to Canada and participation in this forum highlight the renewed momentum in Canada–China commercial engagement and the shared commitment of both countries to strengthening cooperation in trade and investment.  \nThe program will also include an information session about the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo\, providing an opportunity for participants to learn more about this flagship initiative and explore how Canadian businesses can engage with China’s evolving supply chain and investment landscape.  \nBringing together senior business leaders\, investors\, and policymakers from both countries\, the Forum will serve as a platform for dialogue on advancing bilateral trade\, exploring investment opportunities\, and fostering economic collaboration.  \nDate: Monday\, December 1\, 2025\, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m EST \nLocation: Fasken\, 333 Bay St\, Suite 2400\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada \nTickets: Attendance is open to CCBC members and CCPIT-invited guests only. \n  \nSpeakers  \n \nREN Hongbin\nChairman\nChina Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) \nMr. REN Hongbin joined the Ministry of Commerce and worked successively as commercial counselor in China’s Embassy in Hungary\, Vice President of Chinese Academy of International Trade & Economic Cooperation\, Director-General of Department of WTO Affairs\, Director-General of China WTO Notification and Inquiry Center\, Director-General of Department of Foreign Trade\, Deputy Director-General of National Mechanic and Electronic Import and Export Office\, Assistant Minister of Commerce and Vice Minister of Commerce. He has been the CCPIT Chairman since January 2022.  \n  \n \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. \n  \n \nDr. DENG Jun\nPresident & CEO\nBank of China (Canada)\nPrincipal Officer\nBank of China Toronto Branch\nBoard Director\nCanada China Business Council\n \nDr. DENG Jun\, President and CEO of Bank of China (Canada) and Principal Officer of Bank of China Toronto Branch\, holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Wuhan University and has played an integral role in the Bank of China Group since 1990. His journey within the Bank includes key positions that underscore his expertise. \nIn 2001\, he served as General Manager of the Bank of China Wuhan ETD Branch\, contributing significantly to the Bank’s growth. In 2006\, he took on the role of Deputy Managing Director at Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Auto Finance Company Ltd.\, a joint venture between Bank of China Group Insurance Company Ltd.\, Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroen Automobile Company Ltd.\, and Banque PSA Finance. \nIn 2009\, Dr. Deng was appointed Assistant General Manager at the Bank of China Limited Head Office Corporate Banking Group and in 2012\, he became Country Head of Bank of China Limited – Manila Branch\, showcasing his versatility on the international stage. Since October of the same year\, he has been fulfilling his current roles\, leading as President and CEO of Bank of China (Canada) and Principal Officer of Bank of China Toronto Branch. \n  \n \nLIN Shunjie\nPresident\nChina International Exhibition Center Group Limited (CIEC)\nChairman\nExhibition Commission of the China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC) \nMr. Lin Shunjie has served as Chairman of the China International Exhibition Center Group Limited (CIEC) since 2019 and concurrently as Chairman of the board and chairman of the Exhibition Commission of the China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC). With over two decades of experience at the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and CCOIC\, Mr. Lin has played a key role in promoting international trade cooperation and developing China’s exhibition and investment promotion sector. He previously held senior positions with the CCPIT’s Trade and Investment Promotion Department and the Administrative Committee of the Pingtan Comprehensive Pilot Zone. Mr. Lin holds a Master’s degree from Peking University and the National Academy of Governance and a Bachelor’s degree from the Foreign Affairs College.  \n  \n\nBijan Ahmadi\nExecutive Director & COO\nCanada China Business Council \nBijan Ahmadi serves as the Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of the Canada China Business Council (CCBC)\, overseeing the operations and activities of the Council across its seven chapters in Canada and China. \nBefore joining CCBC\, he co-founded and served as the Executive Director of the Institute for Peace & Diplomacy (IPD) from 2018 to 2024. IPD is a non-partisan think tank operating in Canada and the United States\, dedicated to fostering constructive engagement and interest-based thinking in international affairs. \nDuring his tenure at IPD\, Mr. Ahmadi launched the organization’s Asia research program in 2020 and its flagship annual conference\, the Indo-Pacific Strategy Forum (IPSF)\, in Ottawa in 2021. Today\, IPSF is recognized as Canada’s premier conference on the country’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. He was also the co-editor of Canada-China Brief\, a biweekly policy newsletter providing the latest developments and expert insights on political and economic relations between Ottawa and Beijing. \nIn his work on China\, Mr. Ahmadi has advised large corporations and SMEs on navigating Canada-China trade\, policy\, and regulatory developments. He has also spearheaded the publication of numerous research reports on China and Canada-China relations and led Track 2 diplomacy initiatives in collaboration with Chinese and American research institutions. \nMr. Ahmadi holds a Master’s degree in Global Diplomacy from SOAS University of London and a Master of Applied Science from the University of Toronto. Before founding IPD\, Mr. Ahmadi worked in strategy and management roles in the financial services and real estate sectors\, where he honed his skills in organizational leadership and operational planning. He also served on the executive boards of several Canadian non-profits and NGOs\, including the Toronto branch of the Canadian International Council. \n  \n \nJack Yu\nPartner; Co-Leader\, China Practice Group\nFasken\nBoard Director\nCanada China Business Council\n \nJack Yu (于华洲) is an experienced business lawyer\, with a focus on private mergers & acquisition and cross-border transactions. Mr. Yu has advised clients on over several billion dollars of M&A\, private equity\, corporate reorganization\, and complex commercial transactions\, spanning across multiple industries and sectors. \nAs Co-Leader of the firm’s China Practice Group\, Mr. Yu regularly travels to China and is actively involved in the Asian legal community in Canada. He is often relied on by Chinese clients both from overseas and in Canada for sophisticated transactions and day-to-day legal issues. Mr. Yu also has experience in the foreign investments review process in Canada. \nPrior to attending law school\, Mr. Yu earned an undergraduate degree in biochemistry and philosophy from the University of Toronto. He is on the Board of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers\, Ontario Chapter. Born and raised in Jinan\, Shandong\, Mr. Yu is fluent in Mandarin. \n  \nPhotography/Filming: By taking part in this event\, you grant the Canada China Business Council full rights to use any images resulting from photography/video filming.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/canada-china-forum-on-trade-and-investment-cooperation/
LOCATION:Fasken\, Bay Adelaide Centre\, 333 Bay St. #2400\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 2T6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CCBC Event,English,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Delegation Visit From Shanghai Lingang Group Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join a meeting hosted by CCBC member Sunnylife Health Enterprises with a delegation from Shanghai Lingang Group Economic Development\, led by SUN Meng\, Vice President of Shanghai Lingang Economic Development (Group) Co.\, Ltd. This session will be particularly valuable for companies interested in doing business in Shanghai\, as well as those in the medical devices sector. \nDate: Monday\, December 1\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 – 2:30 pm\nLocation: Lawson Lundell\, Cathedral Place\, 925 West Georgia St.\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 2L1\nRSVP: info@sunnylifehealth.com \nAbout the delegation:  Shanghai Lingang Economic Development (Group) Co.\, Ltd. (“Lingang Group”) is a state-owned enterprise\, and also one of the top 500 enterprises of the service sector in China. The company specializes in the investment and operation of industrial and business parks\, providing professional services for enterprises and investing in science and technological innovation. Its primary mission is to serve as the main force in the development and construction of Lin-gang Special Area\, and to become an important participant in the industrial upgrading of key areas of Shanghai. \nFor more details\, click on the link for the delegation list\, organization overview\, and brochure for your reference. \nTo secure your spot\, please RSVP to David Tan\, CEO of Sunnylife Health Enterprises\, at info@sunnylifehealth.com at your earliest convenience.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/delegation-visit-from-shanghai-lingang-group-economic-development/
LOCATION:Private: Lawson Lundell\, Cathedral Place\, 925 West Georgia St.\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 2L1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:BC,Other Events (Chinese),Other Events (English)
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SUMMARY:Meet the Honourable Danielle Smith\, Premier of Alberta - A Conversation With the Canadian Indo Pacific Business Community
DESCRIPTION:The Canada China Business Council invites CCBC Members to join an online address by The Honourable Danielle Smith\, Premier of Alberta\, to the CanChams of the Indo-Pacific region on December 4\, 2025. \nPremier Smith will outline Alberta’s economic priorities and the province’s approach to deepening engagement with Asia-Pacific markets. The session will offer timely insights into Alberta’s policy direction\, trade objectives\, and emerging opportunities for cooperation across key sectors. \nDate: December 4\, 2025\nTime: 10:30 a.m. (Beijing Time) \nWe encourage CCBC Members to participate in this important discussion\, which will support ongoing efforts to strengthen business relationships and advance commercial collaboration throughout the region. \nRegistration will open shortly. Please check back for updates!
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/meet-the-honourable-danielle-smith-premier-of-alberta-a-conversation-with-the-canadian-indo-pacific-business-community/
LOCATION:Quebec
CATEGORIES:Beijing,English,Other Events (English)
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251213T180000
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SUMMARY:2025 Christmas Dinner in Beijing
DESCRIPTION:Please join the CanCham Beijing and the British Chamber for our joint Christmas celebration on Saturday\, December 13\, 2025. Bringing on the success of last year’s Christmas Gala Dinner in Beijing\, this year’s joint Christmas dinner brings an even bigger helping of festive cheer to Beijing. \nAs we celebrate another successful year for CCBC and our partners\, we look forward to reconnecting with our members and friends and reflecting on the continued growth of our networks\, partnerships\, and collaborative initiatives. \nJoin the international community at The St. Regis Beijing for a fun-filled evening of festive food and entertainment. Enjoy a traditional Christmas buffet menu\, prize draws\, and live performances\, with a special visit from Santa Claus. \nDate: Saturday\, December 13th\, 2025 \nAgenda: \n6:00-7:00 pm CST: Registration & Reception \n7:00-9:00 pm CST: Christmas Buffet (A special visit from Santa Claus will take place around 8 pm!) \nLocation:\nAstor Ballroom\nThe St. Regis Beijing\nNo.21 Jianguomenwai Street\, Chaoyang District\, Beijing \nTicket Prices for Individuals: \nCCBC/CanCham Member: RMB 800\nNon-member: RMB 1280\nChildren between 6 to 12: RMB 250\nKids under 6 join free! (Limit of 1 ticket per purchase) \nClick to register \nFor Sponsorship and Corporate tables\, please contact Candice Zhao: candice@ccbc.com.cn
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/2025-christmas-dinner-in-beijing/
LOCATION:The St. Regis Beijing\, Astor Ballroom\, No.21 Jianguomenwai Avenue\, Beijing\, Chaoyang District\, China
CATEGORIES:Beijing,Beijing,CCBC Event,CCBC Events (Chinese),Chinese,English
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