State Visit to China - Day 4
Their Excellencies traveled via high-speed train from Shanghai to Nanjing on October 21, 2013.
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Dr. Amit Chakma, President and Vice-Chancellor of Western University during the discussion on ‘Fostering Learning and Innovation’.
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His Excellency posed with Mr. Chen Jun, President of Nanjing University (left) and Mr. Hong Yinxing, Chancellor of Nanjing University (right).
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Their Excellencies and the Canadian delegation then traveled to Chengdu where the were welcomed by Chinese government officials and Mr. Philippe Rheault, Consul General of Canada in Chongqing.
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Her Excellency visited the Centre’s children’s ward and observe various therapy sessions. She also met with Dr. Michael Phillips, a Canadian doctor and director of the Suicide Research and Prevention Centre to discuss mental health issues in China. In October 2013, Dr. Phillips was awarded the Shanghai Magnolia Gold Award, the city’s top honour for expats, in recognition of his contributions to the city’s social and economic development.
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For her part, Her Excellency had the opportunity to tour the Shanghai Mental Health Centre, at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine.
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Later that day, the Governor General met with His Excellency Yang Weize, Party Secretary of Nanjing, to discuss Canada’s continued engagement in China.
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Nanjing University is active in international co-operation and academic exchanges, having formed partnerships with over 260 institutions from 30 different countries. In April 2012, His Excellency received an honoris causa doctorate from Nanjing University.
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The speech was followed by a discussion with Canadian and Chinese panellists and a question-and-answer session with students.
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His Excellency then delivered a speech to academics, administrators and university students, highlighting both his own personal ties and those of Canada to Nanjing Iniversity, while reaffirming the importance of collaborative learning between our two countries.
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Upon his arrival at the Xianlin Campus Library, the Governor General will be welcomed by Mr. Chen Jun, President of Nanjing University.
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That afternoon, His Excellency attended a panel discussion at Nanjing University. Founded in 1902, Nanjing University is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in China. It is a comprehensive research university with particular strengths in chemistry, mathematics, engineering and computer science.
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The Governor General met with His Excellency Luo Zhijun, Party Secretary of Jiangsu, to discuss the strengthening of ties between Canada and China.
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The Amity Bakery is run by the Foundation and is China’s first business entity that provides training and job opportunities to people with developmental disabilities.
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The Amity Foundation, an independent Chinese voluntary organization, was created in 1985, on the initiative of Chinese Christians to promote education, social services, health and rural development in China. It is one of the most important charities in China.
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After touring the facilities, she participated in a baking workshop and sample delicious baked goods alongside young trainees with developmental disabilities.
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Her Excellency started her day in Nanjing with a visit to the Amity Foundation Bakery where she was introduced to their wide-ranging projects and services
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Upon their arrival in Nanjing, Their Excellencies and the Canadian delegation were greeted by local Chinese officials.
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The discussion on ‘Fostering Learning and Innovation’ included Canadian delegates Dr. Amit Chakma, President and Vice-Chancellor of Western University and Mr. Gilles Patry, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canada Foundation for Innovation.
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