Currently, Hong Kong hosts 300,000 Canadians, making it the city with the largest Canadian population outside of Canada. Within that number, at least 10%* of that population has relocated or is relocating back to Canada to evade the high cost of living, the increasing influence of China in Hong Kong and other circumstances. With the growing number of individuals and families choosing to move back to Canada, it is important to equip ourselves with all the relocation insights and information prior to making the big move. 

This panel discussion will feature experts in relocation between Hong Kong and Canada, who can address all your concerns about relocation. Topics ranging from schooling, real estate, transportation and tax issues will be addressed in this interactive session.

This event aims to give those who are interested in relocating to Canada, an open space to interact amongst one another and ask questions to our expert panelist of speakers.

Our expert speakers will discuss:

• Transportation, logistics, schooling and the home search process
• Tax complications that may arise
• Immigration issues
• The experience of relocation and the associated culture change

About the Speakers:

Adam Sloan
Santa Fe Transport International Limited

Adam Sloan has worked in logistics for years with Santa Fe Relocation. Prior to coming to Hong Kong, he has worked in Southeast Asia, based in Bangkok, Thailand, with reporting responsibility for Thailand, Vietnam and Myanmar overseeing their businesses and services including Moving, Immigration and destination services. Adam has incredible insight towards various topics of relocation due to his rich experience in the transport industry. He will discuss issues such as transportation, logistics, school, home search and answer any queries that may arise during the panel discussion

Olivia Dong
Weir & Associates Solicitors & Notaries Public

Olivia Dong is a qualified Hong Kong solicitor. She was born and raised in Canada. She obtained her Bachelors degree in Criminology and Psychology from Simon Fraser University followed by her Juris Doctor degree and P.C.LL from the City University of Hong Kong. Olivia joined Weir & Associates in 2014 and has been assisting in areas of corporate/commercial, immigration, civil litigation, trust and estate planning. Olivia is knowledgeable in tax issues in Canada and will discuss any possible legal problems that may arise in relocation between Hong Kong and Canada.

Kayla Yip
Immigration Expert

Kayla Yip has 8 years of experience in the field of Canadian immigration. She has built her expertise through reputable Canadian companies with over 30 years of experience in the industry. In 2017, Kayla took on the role of an Immigration Consultant for Fragomen in Hong Kong, where she gained experience in Hong Kong immigration. She is well versed in immigration and will address any questions regarding that topic.

Janice Ip
University of Toronto

Janice Ip is currently an Events Coordinator in the University Advancement division of University of Toronto (U of T). She previously held the role of an Events Manager at The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong from 2013 to 2018. She has since relocated back to Toronto and will share her experience in this panel.

Source: Cheng, A. (2018, June 15). Why Hongkongers are leaving for Canada – for a second time.

**Refund Policy:

No Refund. You may choose to cancel your purchase at any time but you won't be issued a refund. The outstanding amount can only be saved as soft credit for the next purchase if cancellation is received in writing 72 hours prior to the event. Soft credit must be used within six (6) months of the cancelled purchase at the discretion of the Chamber. No shows will be charged.