| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, April 27, 2013 | 8:30AM - 6:00PM | The Vivian and David Campbell Conference Facility, Munk Centre For International Studies - 1 Devonshire Place |
Please purchase tickets at: http://canadakorea.eventbrite.ca/
This conference consists of three panel discussions and a keynote address by The Honourable Yonah Martin, the first person of Korean origin to be named as a Senator in Canada. Our conference aims to raise awareness about the key milestones and turning points in the history of bilateral relations between Canada and Korea; to generate cross-disciplinary discussions on various aspects of the bilateral relations, encompassing immigration, trade, culture and religion; and to inspire discussions on the past and future of the Korean immigrant community in Canada, as well as the Canadian community in Korea.
As Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced in Dec 2012, the year 2013 has been designated as the Year of Korea in Canada, which aims to highlight Korea’s culture, traditions and diversity, and celebrate the contributions of the Korean community to Canadian society. Canada and Korea’s strong relationship is underpinned by a rapidly growing trade relations that reached nearly $11.7 billion in 2011, close cooperation at international level on democratic and human rights issues, and strong people-to-people ties, including through immigration, educational programs and tourism.
As we reflect upon our five decades of incredibly fruitful bilateral relationship, we hope you could join us for an engaging discussion on various aspects of Canadian-Korean relations and help plan what lies ahead of us.
CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
8:30-9:00 AM
Breakfast & Registration
9:00-9:30 AM
Welcome Remarks
Dr. Ito Peng (Centre for the Study of Korea)
Ms. Jacqueline An (Korean Women’s International Network)
Dr. Greg Donaghy (Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada)
9:30-9:45 AM
Introductory Remarks by Mr. Kwang-Kyun Chung, Consul-General of the Republic of Korea
9:45-10:45 AM
Keynote Address by The Honourable Senator Yonah Martin: “Bridging the Gap”
Appreciation by Ms. Eunice Kim, KOWIN Vice-President
10:45-11:00 AM
Coffee break
11:00-12:30 PM
Panel discussion #1
“Korean-Canadian Relations during the Cold War”
Dr. Robert Bothwell (Professor, University of Toronto): “The Korean War & Canada”
Dr. Greg Donaghy (Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada): “The Reluctant Suitor: Canada – South Korean Relations in the Cold War’s Shadow, 1947-1973”
Mr. Robert Lee (Former Canadian Trade Commissioner to the ROK): “Korea: From a Recipient of Canadian Aid to a Vibrant Bi-lateral Trade and Investment Relationship.”
Moderator: Ms. Tina Park (Ph.D. Candidate, University of Toronto)
12:30-1:30 PM
Korean Buffet Luncheon
1:30-3:00 PM
Panel discussion #2 “People Matters: Human & Intellectual Exchanges between Canada and Korea in the 20th-21st century”
The Honourable Very Reverend Lois Wilson (Former Moderator of the United Church of Canada): “People to People Exchanges Between Canada and Korea”
Mr. Jae Chong (Korean Canadian Cultural Association): “The formation and development of the Korean-Canadian Community”
Professor Ann Kim (York University) TBC
Moderator: Mr. Minsuk Kim (JD/MBA Candidate, University of Toronto)
3:00-3:15 PM
Coffee break
3:15-4:45 PM
Panel discussion #3
“Moving forward: What lies ahead between Canada & Korea”
Ms. Young-Hae Lee (President, Canada Korea Society): “Living in the World Family: Public Diplomacy – Contributions & Prospects”
Mr. Randall Baran-Chong (Lawyer) “A Hope and a Home: Envisioning Canada as a Leader on North Korean Human Rights and Refugees”
Mr. Ins Choi (Playwright) “Kim’s Convenience: The Story Behind the Play”
Moderator: Mr. Colum Grove-White (War Child Canada)
4:45-5:00 PM
Closing Remarks by Dr. Mairi MacDonald, Director of International Relations Programme & Final Words of Appreciation by Ms. Tina Park, Conference Chair
5:00-6:00 PM
Networking Reception (cash bar)
For any media inquiries or questions, please contact koreacanada50@gmail.com or 647-228-5705
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