CCBC 2024 Canadian Education Mission to China

In 2024, Canadian Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) are navigating new challenges in school partnerships and student recruitment in China. Recent announcements from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) about study permit application caps, provincial attestation letter (PAL) processes, and changes to post-graduate work permits and spousal work permit eligibility have introduced uncertainties. Though still a top destination for Chinese students, Canada now faces intense competition from the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Asian countries. To maintain their competitive edge, Canadian educational institutions must actively engage with their Chinese counterparts.

The Canada China Business Council (CCBC) is organizing the 2024 Canadian Education Mission to China, comprised of participants from Canadian universities, colleges, high schools, language centres, and educational service companies. The Mission will include face-to-face meetings with counterparts from Chinese universities, colleges, high schools, educational service companies, and Chinese officials from the affiliated organizations of the Ministry of Education. Two routes are planned for school visits and meetings on November 13 and 14, focusing on school partnerships and recruitments across 12 destinations. On November 15, CCBC will host the 2024 Canada Education Forum, inviting representatives from Chinese universities, colleges, high schools, and education agencies across China to engage with our Mission delegates.

The three-day Mission will also encompass CCBC’s signature annual event, the 46th AGM and Business Forum, which convenes executives and dignitaries involved in Canada-China business. Delegates are provided complimentary access to the morning and evening portions of that event, offering excellent networking opportunities for Mission delegates in the Canada-China business community. Furthermore, local educational service companies will provide opportunities for Canadian schools to hold mini-education fairs at their facilities in the days following the Mission.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Delegates to arrive in Beijing by noon time

• 18:30 – 20:30: Welcome and Networking Reception

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
School Visits and Meetings in Tianjin and Langfang

•  08:00 – 19:00: Visits and meetings with top universities, colleges and high schools
• 19:00 – 21:00: Networking Reception in Beijing

Thursday, November 14, 2024
School Visits and Meetings in Beijing

•  08:00 – 19:00: Visits and meetings with top universities, colleges and high schools
•  19:00 – 21:00: Networking Reception in Beijing

Friday, November 15, 2024
CCBC 46^th AGM and Business Forum and 2024 Education Forum

• 09:00 – 12:00: CCBC AGM Business Forum
• 13:30 – 18:00: 2024 Education Forum
• 18:00 – 19:00: CCBC AGM Registration and Networking Reception
• 19:00 – 21:00: CCBC AGM Business Dinner

A detailed agenda will be provided to accepted delegates.
Program content and timing are subject to change without notice.

Early-Bird Rate – Deadline August 31, 2024:
• CCBC Member: C$1,000 per delegate
• Non-member: C$2,000 per delegate

Full Price – Starting September 1, 2024:
• CCBC Member: C$1,200 per delegate
• Non-member: C$2,200 per delegate

Cost includes access to all school visits, meetings, and forums; networking lunches and dinners; complimentary access to CCBC’s 46^th AGM Business Forum and Business Dinner in Beijing (valued at C$500 per person for CCBC Members and C$700 per person for Non-members); and local transportation, including round trips for school visits in Beijing, Tianjin, and Langfang. Delegates are required to pay their own airfare and hotel. CCBC will provide a discounted rate at a preferred hotel.

To apply, please click here to fill out the application form and complete your payment by September 15, 2024. Payment is required to complete your application; payment links can be found at the end of the application. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Due to high demand last year, we recommend applying early. CCBC reserves the right to select delegates best aligned with the Mission’s goals.