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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Unlocking Greater Bay Area Business Opportunities (Toronto)
DESCRIPTION:On September 9\, 2025\, the Canada China Business Council (CCBC) will host an event in Toronto exploring business opportunities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA)\, one of China’s most dynamic and high-potential economic regions. \nThe GBA includes two Special Administrative Regions\, Hong Kong and Macao\, and nine municipalities in Guangdong Province\, including Guangzhou\, Shenzhen\, and Dongguan. Home to 87 million people and a GDP of approximately RMB 14 trillion (USD 2.06 trillion)\, the region contributes around 11% of China’s national GDP and accounts for roughly 37% of the country’s total exports. With world-class infrastructure\, including three of the world’s ten busiest container ports and five international airports\, the GBA is a major centre for advanced manufacturing\, innovation\, and trade. \nWithin this dynamic landscape\, Hong Kong plays a strategic role as a bridge between international markets and mainland China. Its established position as a global financial centre\, foundation in English Common Law\, and exceptional regional connectivity make it a natural launch point for Canadian businesses looking to access the broader GBA. \nThe Canada China Business Council is honoured to have Mr. Callan Anderson\, CEO of Hong Kong Corporate Services Group\, share his insights on doing business in the Greater Bay Area and the strategic advantages Hong Kong offers to Canadian companies. \nAs Co-Host of this event\, Mr. Wang Wenlong\, Head of Treasury of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Canada)\, ICBC (Canada)\, will provide an overview of the cross-border RMB products and services offered to Canadian corporate clients engaged in business with the GBA. His remarks will focus on how these solutions will support the business needs of Canadian enterprises operating in the region. \nMr. Gavin Yeung\, Acting Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto; Mr. Ian Michael\, CCBC Board Director and Partner at Bennett Jones LLP; and Mr. Bijan Ahmadi\, Executive Director & COO of CCBC\, will also deliver remarks and share their insights. \n \nTickets:\nCCBC Members: Free\nNon-Members: $100 + tax\nCapacity is limited and registration will be on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with priority given to CCBC members. \nDress Code: Business Attire \nRefund and Cancellation Policy:\nPayment is non-refundable unless the Canada China Business Council cancels the event. \nAddress: Bennett Jones (3400 One First Canadian Place\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5X 1A4 Canada) \nAgenda: \n3:00–3:30 PM EDT: Registration \n3:30–4:35 PM EDT: Presentations \n4:35–5:00 PM EDT: Networking \n  \nFeaturing Speakers \n \nCallan Anderson\nCEO\nHong Kong Corporate Services Group  \nCallan Anderson has lived and worked in Hong Kong for over 25 years and will discuss how Canadian businesses can grasp the burgeoning consumer base and unique attributes of the GBA\, while using Hong Kong as an extension of your Canadian business.  With over 300\,000 Canadians living and working in Hong Kong\, Callan will explain why this city is still vital for Canadian enterprise and why it benefits from the most important double tax treaties that support your business market expansion into Asia. \n  \n\nMr. Wang Wenlong\nHead of Treasury\nIndustrial and Commercial Bank of China (Canada)  \nMr. WANG Wenlong brings over 12 years of extensive experience within the ICBC Group. Prior to current role\, he held key positions at the ICBC International Trade Processing Center and ICBC Mexico\, where he was actively involved in financial markets\, international trade finance\, and financial institutions business. He also serves as the business lead for the Toronto RMB Clearing Bank\, playing a pivotal role in promoting the internationalization of the Renminbi in the region. With a strong background in global banking operations\, Mr. Wang Wenlong has developed deep expertise in cross-border financial services and treasury management. \n  \n \nMr. Gavin Yeung\nActing Director\nHong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto \nMr. Gavin Yeung is the Acting Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) (HKETO(Toronto)). HKETO(Toronto) is the official representative of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China in Canada.  Its mandate is to foster closer ties between Hong Kong and Canada\, with a particular focus on economic and trade relationships. \nGavin joined the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China in 2017 as a member of the Administrative Officer Grade.  Before joining the HKETO(Toronto) in December 2024\, Gavin had worked in various bureaux and departments\, including the Innovation\, Technology and Industry Bureau\, Development Bureau and the Home Affairs Department. \nGavin received his Bachelor of Social Science degree from the University of Hong Kong. \n  \n \nMr. Ian Michael\nPartner\nBennett Jones LLP\nBoard Director\nCanada China Business Council \nIan Michael is a corporate partner at Bennett Jones LLP in Toronto. Mr. Michael’s practice is focused on corporate and securities law with an emphasis on mergers & acquisitions and infrastructure investments by private equity and strategic investors. He regularly works with international investors in connection with their Canadian investments and acquisitions\, including extensively with China-based investors. Mr. Michael works with boards of directors\, senior executives\, and private equity investors in a range of industries including aviation\, real estate\, technology\, and automotive. \nMr. Michael previously served as a member of the Securities Advisory Committee (SAC) of the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC). SAC provides advice to the Commission on a variety of matters\, including legislative and policy initiatives and important capital markets trends\, and is a former member of the Mergers & Acquisitions team at the OSC. \nMr. Michael has been recommended by The Legal 500 Canada and the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in the areas of Corporate Finance\, Mergers & Acquisitions\, Private Equity\, and Transport – Aviation\, in addition to being noted by Lexpert as a leading infrastructure lawyer in Canada for his extensive work with aviation infrastructure consortia at most international airports in Canada. Mr. Michael has taught mergers & acquisitions for the advanced securities law program at Queen’s University\, Western University\, and the University of Windsor. He is also a member of the Board of Governors of St. Andrew’s College in Aurora\, Ontario. \n  \n \nMr. Bijan 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  \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/zh-hans/event/unlocking-greater-bay-area-business-opportunities-toronto/
LOCATION:Bennett Jones LLP\, 3400 One First Canadian Place\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5X 1A4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Sourcing from China – Navigating the Canton Fair (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Canada China Business Council (CCBC) invites you to join an informative webinar on Sourcing from China – Navigating the Canton Fair\, widely known as China’s No. 1 Trade Fair and the world’s largest trade exhibition. The Canton Fair attracts hundreds of thousands of international buyers and brings together more than 30\,000 exhibitors\, including high-tech innovators and established brand leaders. \nWebinar Date: September 18th\, 2025 \nEvent Time (Shown in Different Time Zones): \n\n\n\nBritish Columbia: \n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT\nPrairies:  \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MDT\nOntario & Quebec: \n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT\nAtlantic Canada: \n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ADT\n\n\n\n  \nThe upcoming 138th Canton Fair will be held in Guangzhou in October–November 2025\, showcasing a wide variety of products ranging from advanced manufacturing and new energy vehicles to home furnishings\, health\, fashion\, and lifestyle goods etc. \nThis webinar will provide practical guidance on: \n\nWhy Canadian businesses should attend the Canton Fair?\nWhat buyers can expect to find at the Canton Fair?\nHow can CCBC support Canadian participants in the process?\n\nThis webinar will provide Canadian companies from coast to coast with first-hand insights on how to navigate the Fair\, identify the right partners\, and maximize sourcing opportunities. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn how the Canton Fair can open doors for your business in China. Register today to secure your spot. Click to Register for the Webinar. \nFeatured Speakers: \n  \n\nJames Prescott\nVice President\, Global Sourcing & Merchandise Procurement\nCanadian Tire Corporation \nJames is the VP\, Global Sourcing & Merchandise Procurement for Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC). In this role\, he leads enterprise Global Sourcing & Merchandise Procurement for CTC retail banners including Canadian Tire Retail\, Mark’s\, and SportChek. Across dozens of categories\, with a network of over 1800 global vendors\, shipping from over 40 different ports around the world\, James oversees billions in annual direct-source merchandise purchases for CTC. Accountable for cost of goods management\, product stewardship\, responsible sourcing\, vendor audit\, and quality assurance\, James leads diverse teams driving impactful results here in Canada\, in China and across South-East Asia. With over 25 years experience doing business across North America\, Asia and Europe\, James has an extensive experience and understanding of global supply chains. \nPrior to his role leading a Global Sourcing team for CTC\, one of Canada’s most respected companies\, in 2014\, James and his business partner sold their Langley\, British Columbia based wholesale sporting goods business to CTC. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Econ) from the University of British Columbia. \n  \n \nOmid Goharian\nManaging Director\nMagnovest Inc. \nOmid Goharian is a trade and supply chain strategist and the Managing Director of Magnovest Inc.\, which he founded to drive sourcing\, logistics\, and growth initiatives in the construction and real estate sectors. With over 15 years of international experience\, he has a proven track record in market development\, brand launches\, and cross-border operations. From 2012 to 2017 at GTC International\, he managed more than 40\,000 metric tons of commodities from China and South Korea\, building expertise in high-volume global trade. Earlier\, he served as the exclusive distributor of MihaBodytec in the Middle East and later as Supply Chain Manager at Arkfield Development\, one of Ontario’s leading real estate groups. He holds a master’s in technology management and a bachelor’s in industrial engineering. \n  \n \nLIU Linlin\nConsul (Counsellor\, Economic and Commercial)\nChinese Consulate General in Toronto\n \nMr. LIU Linlin has had a distinguished career spanning over three decades in international trade\, economic cooperation\, and commercial diplomacy. \nSince August 2022\, Mr. Liu has served as Consul (Counsellor\, Economic and Commercial) at the Chinese Consulate General in Toronto. Prior to this\, from April 2017 to August 2022\, he held the position of Economic and Commercial Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea. From October 2008 to April 2017\, he served in various capacities at China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM)\, and Economic and Commercial Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in New Zealand from October 2005 to October 2008. \nMr. Liu’s extensive career also includes previous role at MOFCOM (2001-2005)\, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (1996-2000)\, and the Economic and Commercial Office of the Chinese Embassy in New Zealand\, where he served as Attaché and Third Secretary from 1992 to 1996. He began his career in 1988 at the Personnel Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation. \nMr. Liu holds a Master of Business Economics and Finance from Curtin University of Technology\, Australia (2002)\, a Graduate Diploma in International Economics from the University of Adelaide\, Australia (1998)\, and a Bachelor of Economics from the Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade (1988)\, where he majored in Foreign Trade English. \n  \n \nBijan Ahmadi\nExecutive Director and 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\nJeff Zhang\nRegional Director\, Central Canada\nCanada China Business Council \nJeff 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. \nMr. Zhang 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/zh-hans/event/sourcing-from-china-navigating-the-canton-fair-webinar/
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