{"id":81239,"date":"2025-05-29T11:02:45","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T15:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/?p=81239"},"modified":"2025-06-02T17:46:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T21:46:46","slug":"2025-canada-china-education-forum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/fr\/ccbc-past-events\/2025-canada-china-education-forum\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Canada-China Education Forum"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; fullwidth=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb disabled_on=\u00a0\u00bbon|on|off\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_image=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/hero-single-event-1.jpg\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb||75px|\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title author=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb comments=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb featured_image=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb text_color=\u00a0\u00bblight\u00a0\u00bb disabled_on=\u00a0\u00bboff|off|\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb text_orientation=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb50px|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; fullwidth=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb disabled_on=\u00a0\u00bb||on\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_image=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/hero-single-event-1.jpg\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb||75px|\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title author=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb comments=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb featured_image=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb text_color=\u00a0\u00bblight\u00a0\u00bb disabled_on=\u00a0\u00bboff|off|\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbFullwidth Post Title &#8211; mobile \u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; title_font_size=\u00a0\u00bb18px\u00a0\u00bb background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb text_orientation=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb50px|||\u00a0\u00bb title_font_size_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb title_font_size_phone=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb title_font_size_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|tablet\u00a0\u00bb z_index_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb500&Prime; title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb1px\u00a0\u00bb meta_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb meta_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb meta_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb1px\u00a0\u00bb box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb box_shadow_vertical_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb box_shadow_blur_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb40px\u00a0\u00bb box_shadow_spread_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb1px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb2_3,1_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb2_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text disabled_on=\u00a0\u00bboff|off|off\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbEvent information\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.4&Prime; hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime; global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0&Prime;]\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">On May 29, CCBC\u2019s Ontario Chapter held its third annual Education Forum to examine the evolving state of international education between Canada and China. China remains one of Canada\u2019s top source countries for international students, with strong government backing for education exchanges. As China\u2019s education sector evolves and Canadian institutions face ongoing challenges and the lasting effects of the 2024 IRCC policy changes, there is growing pressure to rebuild trust and partnerships. In response, CCBC brought together education experts to discuss current challenges, identify new opportunities, and chart a path forward for bilateral collaboration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/canadachina\/albums\/72177720326561662\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&gt; Click here to see more photos<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>CCBC was pleased to host speakers from Canadian universities, colleges, high schools, language centres, and educational service companies who discussed this important topic from their unique perspectives, including:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\">Minister-Counsellor Mr. ZHANG Yongjun<\/b>, Embassy of the People\u2019s Republic of China in Canada<\/li>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Tom Cumming<\/strong>, Deputy Director (High Intensity Services), Toronto Regional Office of the Trade Commissioner Service<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Dr. DENG Jun<\/strong>, President &amp; CEO, Bank of China (Canada), Principal Officer, Bank of China Toronto Branch<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Gwen Burrows<\/b>, Assistant Vice-President, International Engagement &amp; Impact, University of Toronto; Board Director, Canada China Business Council<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dr. Chris Busch<\/strong>, Associate Vice-President of Enrolment and Senior International Officer, University of Windsor<\/li>\n<li><b>Dr. Howard X. Lin<\/b>, Director of the Canada-China Institute for Business &amp; Development, Ted Rogers School of Management, Toronto Metropolitan University<\/li>\n<li><b>Dr. William Wei<\/b>, Professor and Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics, Algoma University<\/li>\n<li><b>Dr. Simon Xu<\/b>, Professor and Acting Dean, Faculty of Computer Science and\u00a0Technology, Algoma University<\/li>\n<li><b>Dr. Barry Wright<\/b>, Dean, Goodman School of Business, Brock University<\/li>\n<li><b>Nick Huang<\/b>, Director, East and South East Asia Region, Seneca Polytechnic<\/li>\n<li><b>Jin LIANG<\/b>, Manager, International Market Development, East and Southeast Asia, University of Ottawa<\/li>\n<li><b>Ting LI<\/b>,\u00a0Associate Director, Student Recruitment, University of Toronto Mississauga<\/li>\n<li><b>Shouyi MA<\/b>, President &amp; CEO, Hanson Canada<\/li>\n<li><b>Paul Pu<\/b>, Director, The Erindale Academy\/Toronto Central Academy; President, Global Youth Challenge<\/li>\n<li><b>Alden Cheng<\/b>,<b>\u00a0<\/b>Program Manager, East &amp; Southeast Asia, CIBC Capital Markets<\/li>\n<li><b>Zijia GUO<\/b>, Director of Canada Market, Easy Transfer<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jeff Zhang,<\/strong> Regional Director, Central Canada, Canada China Business Council<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-80536 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/May-29-2025-Ontario-Education-Forum-sponsors-May8.jpg\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/May-29-2025-Ontario-Education-Forum-sponsors-May8.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/May-29-2025-Ontario-Education-Forum-sponsors-May8-1280x659.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/May-29-2025-Ontario-Education-Forum-sponsors-May8-980x504.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/May-29-2025-Ontario-Education-Forum-sponsors-May8-480x247.jpg 480w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"988\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tickets:<br \/><\/strong>CCBC Members: Free; Non-Members: $100 + tax<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Address:<br \/><\/strong>TRS 3-147 (9\/F), Ted Rogers School of Management<br \/>Toronto Metropolitan University<br \/>55 Dundas St W<br \/>Toronto, ON<br \/>M5G 2C3<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Agenda:<br \/><\/strong>1:30 pm \u2013 2:00 pm EDT: Registration<br \/>2:00 pm \u2013 3:50 pm EDT: Presentations &amp; Panel Discussions<br \/>3:50 pm \u2013 4:30 pm EDT: Networking<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Speakers and Panelists:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80592 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mr.-Zhang-e1747159116557.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\">Minister-Counsellor Mr. ZHANG Yongjun<br \/><\/b><em>Embassy of the People\u2019s Republic of China in Canada<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Mr. ZHANG Yongjun is Minister Counsellor for educational affairs at the Chinese Embassy in Ottawa. For over 30 years since 1992, Mr. ZHANG worked with the Chinese Ministry of Education in the field of higher education, during which he has been education officer from May 2001 to May 2005 at the Chinese Embassy in London. He holds a Master in Public Administration and Management (MPAM) from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy of the National University of Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-65788 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gwen-Burrows-headshot-square.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Gwen Burrows<\/strong><br \/><em>Assistant Vice-President, International Engagement &amp; Impact<\/em><br \/><em>University of Toronto<br \/><i><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Board Director<br \/>Canada China Business Council<\/span><\/i><br \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Gwen Burrows is Assistant Vice-President, International Engagement &amp; Impact at the University of Toronto (U of T). She collaborates with colleagues across the university and internationally to advance U of T\u2019s global excellence and impact in research, its translation, and in teaching and learning. She has an integral role in leading and executing the university\u2019s international strategy across multiple dimensions, with a particular focus on region-specific engagement strategies and the development of partnerships to maximize global impact and advance U of T\u2019s role and reputation as one of the world\u2019s top universities.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Before being appointed the inaugural Assistant Vice-President, International Engagement and Impact in June 2022, Ms. Burrows served as Executive Director, International, with responsibility for developing and leading a team on the implementation of U of T\u2019s first international strategic plan. She has led the development of key international partnerships in a number of regions around the world. In particular, she played a leadership role in the development of the recently launched Health Collaborative Network with eight universities in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Before joining the University of Toronto, Ms. Burrows served in various leadership roles at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). From 2014-17, she was the Executive Director, Communications, Public Affairs and Advocacy at SickKids. From 2006-2013, she was Director of Strategic Projects at the SickKids Research Institute. In that role, Ms. Burrows was part of a small team that led a successful $227-million Canada Foundation for Innovation grant proposal and its implementation to support the vision guiding the development of the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ms. Burrows began her career at SickKids in 1997 in the Foundation\u2019s National Grants Program, a Canada-wide funding program for child health research. There she held\u202fthe role of Director, National Grants Program, for five years, where she led a peer-reviewed granting program which supported child health researchers across the country.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ms. Burrows has been an active volunteer in the charitable sector, including as President for the Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs from 2009-2011.\u202fShe holds a Master\u2019s in Philosophy from Johns Hopkins and a BA from McGill University.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80548 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tom-Photo-Flag-2025-e1746804345650.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Tom Cumming<br \/><\/strong><em>Deputy Director (High Intensity Services)<\/em><br \/><em>Toronto Regional Office of the Trade Commissioner Service<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Upon completing studies in commerce at the University of Alberta and law at the University of Victoria, Tom Cumming joined the federal government with Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Mr. Cumming was posted to the Embassy of Canada in Beijing and subsequently left the government to manage the operations of a Canadian software company in China. After having earned a MBA from the University of Navarra in Barcelona, Spain, Mr. Cumming established a trading company in China for the sourcing of industrial products. As a Global Affairs Canada officer, he has served at the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, as the Senior Trade Commissioner at the Consulate General in Guangzhou, and is currently the Deputy Director of the Toronto Regional Office of the Trade Commissioner Service.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72569 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dr.-Jun-Dengs-photo-Bank-of-China-square.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Dr. DENG Jun<br \/><\/strong><\/span><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><em>President &amp; CEO<\/em><br \/><em>Bank of China (Canada)<br \/>Principal Officer<br \/>Bank of China Toronto Branch<br \/><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. 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.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In 2001, he served as General Manager of the Bank of China Wuhan ETD Branch, contributing significantly to the Bank\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In 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 \u2013 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.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80721 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DrChrisBusch_ELTHeadshots_2023_02-e1747319588184.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><br \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dr. Chris Busch<br \/><\/strong><em>Associate Vice-President of Enrolment and Senior International Officer<\/em><br \/><em>University of Windsor<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Busch is the University of Windsor\u2019s Associate Vice-President of Enrolment and Senior International Officer. He leads the institution\u2019s enrolment and internationalization activities in collaboration with other senior institutional leaders. His scholarship focuses on organizational culture\u2019s role in internationalization or integrating an international, intercultural or global dimension into higher education.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-80410\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Howard-Lin-e1746629028133.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dr. Howard X. Lin<br \/><\/strong><em>Director of the Canada-China Institute for Business &amp; Development<\/em><br \/><em>Ted Rogers School of Management<br \/>Toronto Metropolitan University<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Howard X. Lin is a Professor of International Business &amp; Entrepreneurship and Director of the Canada-China Institute for Business &amp; Development at the Ted Rogers School of Management, Toronto Metropolitan University. He was the former Chair of the Academy of International Business Canada Chapter and Vice President (research) of the Canadian Council for Small Business &amp; Entrepreneurship. He currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Small Business and Entrepreneurship. His current research is focused on immigrant and Indigenous entrepreneurship, environmental innovation and societal transition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Howard X. Lin worked at the Bank of China\u2019s headquarters in Beijing prior to pursuing graduate study in the U.S., where he also served as the Director of International Business Assistance at the Center for International Trade Development, a USDA-sponsored regional center for promoting international business. He is the founder of the Canadian Entrepreneurship &amp; Innovation Platform, a non-profit organization that promotes and facilitates entrepreneurship among immigrants in Canada.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Howard X. Lin has a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Philosophy from the Minzu University of China, a Master\u2019s degree in Economics from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, and a PhD in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80413 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/William-Wei-e1746541387483.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dr. William Wei<br \/><\/strong><em>Professor and Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics<\/em><br \/><em>Algoma University<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Professor William X. Wei is the inaugural Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics, Algoma University. He has provided major service as Research Institute Director, Department Chair, Associate Dean and Dean in several Canadian Universities. He is also the President of International Case Research Association and the Vice President of North American Case Research Association. Professor Wei finished Ivey Leadership and Harvard Kennedy Executive Programs. He is also Associate Editor of two Emerald journals: Emerging Markets Case Studies and Chinese Management Studies. He was recognized as a distinguished scholar by the Academy for Global Business Advancement in 2012 and received President\u2019s Service Award from Association of African Business and Development in 2021. He is a Certified Institute of Corporate Director from the ICD-Rotman Directors Education and a Registered Professional Accountant from the Society of Professional Accountant of Canada. Before moving to Toronto, he spent 15 years in Alberta and Vancouver, served as a member of the Board of Directors of BioNeutral Global Company and the President of the Hong Kong Canada Business Association. In the past 18 years, he has led a research team published 40 Ivey and Harvard Business Cases. His research has been published in the prestigious journals such as International Journal of Operations and Production Management, International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, International Journal of Emerging Markets and Project Management Journal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80448 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/simon.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dr. Simon Xu<\/strong><br \/><em>Professor and Acting Dean, Faculty of Computer Science and Technology<\/em><br \/><em>Algoma University<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Simon Xu is Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science and Technology at Algoma University, where he has been a faculty member since 2002. Before joining Algoma, he worked at the School of Computer Science at the University of Windsor. Dr. Xu also holds visiting appointments as Guest Professor at Wuhan University and Adjunct Professor at China University of Mining and Technology. Additionally, he serves as CEO of the International Association for Computer and Information Science.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Xu\u2019s academic background is distinguished and multidisciplinary. He earned a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Geology from Peking University, a Master\u2019s degree from the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, and a Ph.D. from the University of Li\u00e8ge in Belgium. He later transitioned to Computer Science, obtaining a Bachelor\u2019s degree from the University of Manitoba, a Master\u2019s degree from the University of Windsor, and a Ph.D. from Wayne State University.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A prolific researcher and author, Dr. Xu has authored or edited nine books on software engineering and published over 90 academic papers in leading international journals and conferences. He has delivered eight keynote speeches at multiple IEEE international conferences and has been invited to lecture at top universities including Peking University, Wuhan University, and Dalian University of Technology.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Xu\u2019s research interests include software evolution, program comprehension, big data, and the application of emerging technologies. With his extensive academic and leadership experience across North America, Asia, and Europe, he brings a global perspective to innovation, technology, and education.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-73181 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Brock-Barry-Wright-square.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dr. Barry Wright<\/strong><br \/><em>Dean, Goodman School of Business<\/em><br \/><em>Brock University<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Barry Wright is the Dean in the Goodman School of Business at Brock University. Dr. Wright\u2019s research centres primarily on leadership, teamwork, and enacting organizational change. An award-winning educator in the classroom, Dr. Wright is also sought out by senior executives to assist in the boardroom. He has provided a variety of training and research consultations to Canadian businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Dr. Wright is also an active volunteer in his community. He has served on several community, provincial, and national boards. Recently, Dr. Wright was seconded as CEO with the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games that took place in Niagara in August 2022. With a Ph.D. in Management from Queen\u2019s University, Dr. Wright enjoys being married, being a father, coaching sports, a trip to the art gallery, traveling, and a good laugh.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-65797 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Nick-Huang-headshot-square.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Nick Huang<\/strong><br \/><em>Director, East and South East Asia Region<\/em><br \/><em>Seneca Polytechnic<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nick Huang leads a team of Business Development Managers that promotes Seneca Polytechnic in the East and South East Asia region. He is involved in many areas of international students\u2019 recruitment, such as attending education fairs, hosting agencies partners events, and participating in conferences and seminars. He also partakes in visiting high schools, colleges, universities and language schools. The East and South East Asia team focuses on student recruitment, developing new recruitment markets, as well as identifying potential partner institutions to create joint educational partnerships with Seneca, such as exchange or study-abroad programs. In addition, Mr. Huang\u2019s team develops the Seneca brand, promotes Seneca programs, and establishes short-term\/contract-training opportunities for Seneca in the East and South East Asia region.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Huang was a professional classical musician in China before he immigrated to Canada in 1990. He plays bassoon and saxophone with various ensembles and orchestras in Toronto during his free time. He speaks English, Mandarin and Russian.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80445 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/jin-liang.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"142\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Jin LIANG<\/strong><br \/><em>Manager<\/em><br \/><em>International Market Development, East and Southeast Asia<br \/>University of Ottawa<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Jin LIANG is a seasoned international education professional with over 15 years of experience, specializing in market development, admissions, and student recruitment, particularly in East and Southeast Asia. Currently, he serves as Manager of the International Market Department at the University of Ottawa, where he develops strategic market initiatives and oversees recruitment efforts. Mr. LIANG is recognized for his strong intercultural communication skills and extensive global network. He has successfully led the establishment of new overseas offices, negotiated international agreements, and driven significant enrollment growth. Fluent in English, French, and Chinese, Mr. LIANG\u2019s diverse expertise continues to make a substantial impact in the education sector.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80439 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-1-e1746471085983.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><strong>Ting LI<\/strong><br \/><\/span><em>Associate Director, Student Recruitment<\/em><br \/><em>University of Toronto Mississauga<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">As a passionate and dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience in the student recruitment field, Ting LI has successfully guided thousands of students through the recruitment process, ensuring they find the best fit for their academic and career goals. She is currently serving as the Associate Director, Student Recruitment at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where she plays a pivotal role in developing innovative recruitment strategies and building meaningful partnerships to attract and engage prospective students. With a strong background in post-secondary education and a commitment to student success, Ms. LI is focused on creating inclusive, impactful, and future-forward recruitment initiatives. Outside of work, Ms. LI enjoys traveling and immersing herself in diverse cultures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80436 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ShouyiPic-e1746470911899.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Shouyi MA<\/strong><br \/><em>President and CEO<\/em><br \/><em>Hanson Canada<\/em><\/p>\n<p>With a background in engineering and an MBA from the Rotman School of Management, Shouyi MA brings strategic and operational expertise to international education across both public and private sectors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Over the past decade, he has steered Hanson Canada through significant economic and policy shifts, transforming it from a small institution into one of Canada\u2019s largest private education providers\u2014recognized for its commitment to changing life trajectories through education, for generational impact in the global community.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Mr. MA will provide insights on international education between Canada and China within today\u2019s complex geopolitical and economic environment. As a longstanding member of the Canada China Business Council (CCBC), Mr. MA continues to bridge Canadian and Chinese communities in education industry, he looks forward to engaging with industry leaders in meaningful discussions on building an innovative future for Canada-China education.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-73205 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Erindale-Paul-Pu-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Paul Pu<\/strong><br \/><em>Director<\/em><br \/><em>The Erindale Academy\/Toronto Central Academy<\/em><br \/><em>President<\/em><br \/><em>Global Youth Challenge<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Paul Pu\u2019s research interests encompass educational leadership, transitional education for international students, and the intersection of AI and education. His leadership philosophy is structured around two core dimensions: the 6C Interaction Dimension, comprising Communication, Connection, Community, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity, and the VIA Success Dimension, which focuses on Vision, Innovation, and Action. In acknowledgment of his contributions to education, the University of Toronto established the Paul Pu Educational Leadership Award.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Pu possesses extensive teaching experience across various educational levels, including universities, colleges, and high schools in Canada, the US, and China. His notable assignments include positions at the State University of New York, US, and Humber College, Canada.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Guided by the credo \u201cto add value to people by helping them reach their potential,\u201d Mr. Pu continues to make significant contributions to the field of education.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alden-e1746719353527.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-80528 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alden-e1746719353527.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Alden Cheng<\/strong><br \/><em>Program Manager, East and Southeast Asia<\/em><br \/><em>CIBC Capital Markets<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Alden Cheng is a Program Manager with the Alternative Solutions Group (ASG) at CIBC Capital Markets. He leads initiatives focused on delivering end-to-end banking solutions for international students\u2014starting before their arrival in Canada. Over the past several years, Mr. Cheng and his team have built strong, strategic partnerships with key recruitment organizations in major source countries.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As a former international student himself, Mr. Cheng brings a unique and personal perspective to his work. He is deeply committed to supporting international students and is passionate about collaborating with educational institutions, service providers, and community partners to improve the student experience and facilitate successful transitions to life in Canada.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-80431\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Zijia-GUO-e1746464731335.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Zijia GUO<\/strong><br \/><em>Director of Canada Market<\/em><br \/><em>Easy Transfer<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Zijia GUO is an alumni from Dalhousie University now working as the Director of the Canada Market at Easy Transfer, a leading payment platform that specializes in international payments for students.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Mr. GUO oversees the operations of Easy Transfer\u2019s overseas payment services in Canada, focusing on delivering seamless payment solutions for international students. Easy Transfer currently serves over 200,000 users worldwide, handling tuition payments and various study abroad-related transactions. Easy Transfer now manages an impressive annual transaction volume of over 20 billion Chinese yuan.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With a deep understanding of the international education landscape, Mr. GUO is dedicated to supporting the financial needs of students studying abroad, making cross-border payments more efficient and accessible.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jeff-Zhang-photo-.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42458 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jeff-Zhang-photo-.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jeff-Zhang-photo-.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jeff-Zhang-photo--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ccbc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jeff-Zhang-photo--300x300.jpg 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><br \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Jeff Zhang<\/strong><br \/><em>Regional Director, Central Canada<\/em><br \/><em>Canada China Business Council<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Jeff Zhang 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, Mr. Zhang 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.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Zhang has an MBA in marketing and international business from Concordia University in Montreal and is fluent in Mandarin and English. 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