Canada-China-India: A synergy in Education

Canada-China-India: A synergy in Education

September 17 2009

Building upon previous “Canada-India: A synergy in Education” events held in 2007 & 2008 respectively, Synergy 09 featured the addition of China, giving the event a broader window on opportunities for Canadian institutions.

The event at the Pearson Convention Centre near Toronto’s Pearson Airport,  was sponsored by the International Centre for Education  Inc. (ICE), in conjunction with the Canada-India Business Council & Canada-China Business Council, and attracted over 200 persons.

Synergy ’09 discussed educational activities and opportunities in both countries,  and presents unique networking opportunities.  Sessions included Canadian Bureau of International Education (CBIE), Association of Community Colleges of Canada (ACCC), Association of Universities and Community Colleges of Canada (AUCC),  Blakes, Academica Group, Shastri Institute, & Canadian Education Centre Network (CECN) . The event also featured addresses by the India’s High Commissioner to Canada His Excellency  Shashishekhar M Gavrai and the Indian Consul General in Toronto The Honourable Preeti Saran.

The event succeeded to foster an exchange of ideas among those currently involved and those considering involvement in the education sector on the opportunities and support services (public and private), as well as the practical restraints and barriers that must be overcome.