On August 31, the August 2024 forum series of the 3rd Global Alumni Summit concluded successfully at the Holiday Inn in Richmond Hill, Toronto.
Jointly organized by the Global Alumni Summit Canada Committee, the Beijing Zhongguancun Technology Park Toronto Office, and the North America Office of City Financial News, the event marked the final chapter of this year’s summer summit series—bringing it to a perfect close.
The day featured four key themes: electric vehicles, AI and cultural education, fintech, and investment & financing services.
In light of the evolving global economic landscape and shifting policy environments, the forums were highly praised by attendees for their relevance and strategic value.
At the forum, Mr. Guangli Wang, Director of the Beijing Zhongguancun Technology Park Toronto Office, presented an overview of the park’s development, service functions, talent advantages, and key achievements.
He also provided insights into relevant government policies and highlighted the success of Toronto participants in Zhongguancun’s technology competitions. His remarks were well received by the audience.
Dr. Youzhi Tang, a renowned expert in environmental and new energy, delivered a detailed presentation at the Electric Vehicle Forum on the global development of new energy, recent trends, and the evolution of the EV industry.
He reviewed policies across regions including Europe, North America, China, and the Middle East, and analyzed their impact on the sector. Dr. Tang voiced his support for Canadian enterprises developing their own EV brands and offered insights into the practical challenges they face.
Paul Pu, a leading expert in artificial intelligence and education and founder of The Erindale Academy, shared his team’s research, practical experience, and achievements in the application of AI in education during the AI and Cultural Education Forum.
He presented real-world cases of AI integration at his institution and showcased AI-driven products developed by his team, which drew strong interest from attendees.
Zhilai Zhang, Chairman of the Global Alumni Summit Canada Committee and a seasoned expert in international financial derivatives, as well as a member of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the National Futures Association (NFA), spoke during the FinTech session.
He discussed innovations in financial products and fintech, shared recent industry developments and applications, and emphasized the importance of government regulation. Zhang urged industries to rapidly integrate digital technologies and AI into their sectors, applying mature technologies in practice while driving continuous innovation to support business expansion and franchising. His insights were well received and appreciated by the audience.
Adele Liu, President of Info Consulting & Project Management, spoke during the Investment and Financing session, addressing topics such as commercial and industrial financing, government-backed loans, business plans, project management, and lending risks.
Given the current high-interest, high-inflation business environment, her insights drew significant attention, with many attendees actively engaging in Q&A. Due to time constraints, several participants continued the discussion during the networking session afterward.
Zhan Xu, President of the Nanchang University Alumni Association of Canada
At the forum, Zhan Xu, President of the Nanchang University Alumni Association of Canada, introduced and recommended the Alemant Technology Project. Monica Wang from Brock University shared insights on recent changes in Canada’s immigration and work visa policies, and how these developments are impacting various educational institutions and international students from different countries seeking to study in Canada.
The forum concluded with a graceful recitation of the poem “Summer in Toronto”, written by author Pang Jin and recited by journalist Ms. Rong Chen. The heartfelt performance was met with warm applause from the audience.
The forum series was chaired by Mr. Liming Dong, Co-Chair of the Global Alumni Summit Canada Committee, with opening remarks delivered by Mr. Zhilai Zhang, Chairman of the Committee.
The event received strong media support from a wide range of outlets, including Omni TV, City Financial News, Today Canada, Chinese Headline News, North America Outlook, North America Voice, Chinese Hotspot, Maple Media, Easy Media, China News Network, Sing Sing Life, North America Finance, and Voice of Canada.
According to the organizing committee, the featured projects from this forum—covering electric vehicles, AI and cultural education, and fintech—will be promoted in China during the upcoming Silk Road International Expo in Xi’an this September. These initiatives aim to facilitate cross-border engagement, enabling roadshows and exchanges with Chinese counterparts, and strengthening Canada–China cooperation in trade, technology, and innovation.
