Added Value to HKCBA Members
6-Month Complimentary Listing at hktdc.com
According to HKTDC research, reliable online sourcing platform contributes to around 15% of international sourcing activities nowadays and this trend is growing. It is expected that buyers' utilization of online sourcing will increase to over 30% by 2010. Therefore, the sooner one begins online advertising, the better.
The www.hktdc.com is a unique global online marketplace with access to more than 660,000 registered international buyers/ users. We are now opening this virtual sourcing platform to companies from around the world to promote their products and services.
The standard advertising package for 12 months is USD$3,470. However, being a HKCBA member, you are now offered a 6-month complimentary listing in the hktdc.com (for new advertisers only).
Please click here for an online application of this complimentary listing service.
For more details, please contact the HKCBA office at vancouver@hkcba.com
Canadian Businesswoman's Mission to China and Hong Kong, October 20 - November 1, 2008
10 Days, 3 Cities, 1 Forgettable Experience!
Theme: "Learn the Secrets to Success in China and Hong Kong"
The HKCBA, Bell Alliances International Inc., and TLI - the Mandarin School will be leading a Canadian Women's trade mission to China and Hong Kong. This highly interactive mission has been specially designed to help Canadian business women learn more about the world's most dynamic economy and help them discover the potential for their companies to do business there, exploring business opportunities, and initiating networks and partnerships.
This mission will visit Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong.
Please contact the HKCBA office at vancouver@hkcba.com for more details on this mission.
China Business Workshops at B.C. Canada Pavilion in Beijing, September 2, 2008
The Canadian Embassy in China, in partnership with the British Columbia government, is organizing a series of Doing Business in China Workshops at the B.C. Canada Pavilion in Beijing.
Canadian company representatives are invited to participate as are regional economic development representatives that are new to the Chinese market. Speakers will be drawn from among Canadian companies and services providers that have extensive experience in China. The speakers will share their perspective on the opportunities, challenges and business and political realities in China.
Each of the workshops will be made up of four one-hour sessions: China Market Entry Strategies; The Nuts and Bolts of Doing Business in China; How to Protect Your Intellectual Property in China; and, Business Opportunities in China.
Email the HKCBA office at vancouver@hkcba.com for more details.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS IN B.C.
2008 B.C. Innovation Council Awards, September 29, 2008
Join over 750 attendees and distinguished guests as the B.C. Innovation Council honours and celebrates B.C.'s prominent leaders who continue to drive innovation excellence in the province.
Date: Monday, September 29, 2008
Time: 5:30pm Reception; 6:30pm Seating; and 7:00pm Dinner
Venue: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver at 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
Click here for more event details.
Click here to purchase tickets online.
"Celebrate BC Export Excellence" BC Export Awards - Seeking BC's Top 25 Exporters
The BC Export Awards are open to British Columbia companies that have produced goods and/or services that have significantly Canadian benefit; earned foreign revenue; and have been exporting for two or more years. The leadership award is open to individuals and organizations known for championing the cause of exporting in BC.
The Gala Awards Luncheon will be hosted on November 21, 2008 at 11:00am to 2:30pm at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver.
Click here to view more details.
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HKCBA UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, September 15, 2008
Cathay Pacific presents HKCBA Golf Classic 2008
Join us for the 6th Annual HKCBA Golf Classic! This great golf tournament features Deluxe Tee Gift and many chances to win fabulous prizes! Putting Contest to win TWO Cathay Pacific Round-trip Tickets to New York! And to win our Raffle Draw Grand Prize - TWO Cathay Pacific Business Class Round-trip Tickets to Hong Kong!
Only a few Foursomes LEFT! Don't Delay! Book now!
Don't play golf? Come for the networking opportunities during dinner!
Date: Monday, September 15, 2008
Time: 10:30am Registration & Driving Range; 12:30pm Shotgun; 7:00pm Dinner
Place: Richmond Country Club, 9100 Steveston Highway, Richmond, B.C.
Format: Texas Scramble
**RATE: $260 per Golfer ***
Please click on the forms below for your participation:
Golfers Registration Form - reserve your foursome now and provide details of your teammates later!
Prize Donation Form - add to the fun & excitement!
Dinner Only Registration Form - Don't play golf? Come for the networking opportunities!
Volunteer Registration Form - know anyone interested to volunteer?
Sponsors
Title & Grand Prizes Sponsor: 
Gold Sponsors:   
Silver Sponsors:   
Putting Contest Sponsor: 
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Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Information Session (Breakfast Meeting)
Speakers: Mr. Barry Macdonald, Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide and Partner (Incorporated) of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP; and Mr. Andrew Yui, Director (Canada) of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Theme: "Connecting China and the World through Hong Kong"
Come find out how the HKCBA Delegation will expand your network, and add value to your company! Space is limited, RSVP Now!
In their presentations to HKCBA, they will share their extensive experience and insights and explain how you can benefit from meeting like-minded business people this October in Hong Kong.
Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Time: Registration at 8:15am; Program at 8:30am - 9:30am (light breakfast provided)
Venue: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, (Boardroom TBA) 250 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Complimentary to HKCBA Members (courtesy of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP); $15 per person for Non-Member (GST Extra)
DON'T DELAY! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUR MORE AND RSVP NOW!
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Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Keynote Address Luncheon
Speaker: Mr. Bruce Aitken, President & CEO of Methanex Corporation
Theme: "Methanex's Asian Growth Strategy"
In his presentation to HKCBA, Bruce will share his extensive experience and provide numerous tips on how best to approach the Asia Pacific market. He will also provide insights into the success stories and future trends of Methanex's Asian Growth Strategy.
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Time: Registration at 11:30am; Luncheon & Program at 12:15 to 1:30pm
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Seasons Room, 791 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Members of HKCBA: $50 per person; Non-Member: $60 per person (NOT including GST)
Corporate Table of 10: Members at $500; Regular at $600 (NOT including GST)
Click here for more event details.
DON'T DELAY! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW!
Interested to be a sponsor? Please contact the office at vancouver@hkcba.com
Gold Sponsors:  
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October 27 - 31, 2008
Team HKCBA Delegation to The 9th Hong Kong Forum
Theme: "Connecting China and the World through Hong Kong"
Once a year, business elites from 31 Hong Kong Business Associations in 23 countries gather in Hong Kong for a week-long banquet of business meetings, authoritative briefings from government officials, success stories and how-to sessions, and formal and informal networking opportunities with fellow members, delegates from around the world, and with Chinese entrepreneurs eager to do business with Canada. The 9th Hong Kong Forum is complimentary admission and for member associates of the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide to enroll only.
For the past 8 years, HKCBA has been the largest and most active delegation at the Forum. Join Team HKCBA Delegation to the Hong Kong Forum now! Please click here to see more details about this forum.
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HKCBA PARTNER EVENTS
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
"Celebrate Hong Kong" and its Longstanding Success in the Annual Economic Freedom of the World Rankings
Hong Kong has consistently been ranked atop the Fraser Institute's annual Economic Freedom of the World report since it began measuring economic freedom. This year, the Fraser Institute is pleased to mark the global release of the 2008 Economic Freedom of the World report in Hong Kong with three very special events - Luncheon & Press Conference, Economic Freedom Symposium, and Celebrate Hong Kong Gala Dinner.
Host: The Fraser Institute
Event Partners: HKCBA, The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in HK, The Lion Rock Institute
Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Venue: Conrad Hotel, Hong Kong
All HKCBA members can benefit from 10% discount on tickets at this event!
Click here for more event details.
Click here to download the event flyer.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Please click on the below members to find out more about them!
Corporate Members
EFG Bank
People First Solutions
Riverside Golf Centres
Smythe Ratcliffe LLP
Individual Members
Methanex Corporation - Mr. Jeremy Chan
Rhombus Group - Ms. Hayley Lau
Sorrell Financial Inc. - Mr. Derek Dalsin
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MEMBERS NEWS
HASTINGS RACECOURSE (PNE Gate #9)
Hastings Slots Floor Grand Opening was held on August 15th! Come and see what tradition has built!
Since 1889, Hastings has been providing the people of BC with thrilling experiences as the Lower Mainland's exclusive sight for Thoroughbred Horseracing. But now we have embarked on a new era with the Grand Opening of the permanent Slot Floor. A $40 million renovation has taken place and Hastings is proud to be home to 600 slot machines. Along with the new slots, Hastings will open a Restaurant and Lounge - which will feature Big Screen sports, Live Entertainment and lots of Good Times. Feel free to contact 604-216-5240 or visit www.hastingsracecourse.com for more details.
Does your company have any news for our members? If so, please contact the HKCBA office, we are more than happy to spread the words for you!
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Community Activities in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) - upcoming exhibitions in Hong Kong 
September 3 - 7 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair
October 13-16 Hong Kong Electronics Fair, electronicAsia
October 27-30 Hong Kong International Lighting Fair
October 30-31 Hong Kong Forum
October 28-31 Sports Source Asia, HK Int'l Building & Decoration Materials & Hardware Fair, HK Int'l Furniture Fair, Eco Expo Asia
November 6-8 Hong Kong Optical Fair
December 10-12 World SME Expo
December 10-13 Inno Design Tech Expo
Click here for a comprehensive schedule and details.
To register, please contact the HKCBA Vancouver Office.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce in HK (CanCham) - upcoming events in Hong Kong 
September 4 An Introduction to the Whistler of Asia: Niseko, Japan
September 5 Welcome Back Happy Hour!
September 22 Business Communication Writing Skills Workshop - Information Design: Information Structure
September 23 Property Committee Member's Cocktail
September 24 Insights into Today's Best Employers in Hong Kong
November 3 Canada/Hong Kong Expatriate Tax Presentation
November 4 Extra Evening Session: Canada/Hong Kong Expatriate Tax Presentation
December 4 Upclose with John Cleese: Creativity in Leadership
Click here for a comprehensive schedule and details.
To register, please contact the HKCBA Vancouver Office.
WHAT'S NEW IN HONG KONG?
Economic & Trade Information on Hong Kong
An overview on Hong Kong's major economic indicators, external trade performance, trade statistics, economic situation, trade issues and infrastructure developments. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
Exploring China's Opening Market
Hong Kong is the world's major source of reliable information and insightful analysis on China's opening markets. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
CEPA - Easier Access to China Through Hong Kong
"CEPA" is China's free trade agreement with Hong Kong. It grants easier access to China markets for Hong Kong-made products, and Hong Kong-based service companies. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
CEPA 2008 Liberalisation Measures - Opportunities for Hong Kong
Signing Supplement V to the Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) in Hong Kong on July 28th, the Central and Hong Kong governments agreed on the latest liberalisation measures which are to take effect from January 2009. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
Hong Kong's First International Chamber of Commerce Chairman: Updating for Future Prosperity (webcast)
Speaker: Dr. Victor Fung, Chairman of International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
Click here to view webcast by HKTDC.
Global Demand Fuels New Trading Market
Hong Kong is set to re-enter the commodity futures market with the impending launch of the Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx). The move aims to capitalise on the worldwide demand for commodities and the Chinese mainland's increasing role in setting prices for petroleum and other raw materials. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
Introducing the Pearl Delta River
In the past 25 years, many Hong Kong manufacturers have moved operations into the Pearl River Delta region of southern China. This shift has fuelled massive economic growth in the PRD, as well as creating a huge pool of wealthy consumers. Many overseas businesses rely on the combination of Hong Kong and PRD to source, sell and manufacture their products competitively and efficiently. Read on to find out why doing business in PRD is beneficial. Click here to view full article by HKTDC.
HKCBA Vancouver Staff
Joyce Chung, Executive Director at joycechung@hkcba.com
Willie Yuen, Assistant Executive Director at willieyuen@hkcba.com
General Enquiries at vancouver@hkcba.com
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