The Past, Present and Future of the Canadian-Korean Relations: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Korea & Canada

This conference consists of three panel discussions and a keynote address by the Honourable Senator 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.

*** REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT NOON ON FRIDAY APRIL 26th!

Conference Programme

8:30-9:00AM  Breakfast & Registration (VIP & Media registeration as well)

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 

     The Honourable Senator Yonah Martin: “Bridging the Gap”
      Appreciation by Ms. Eunice Kim, KOWIN Vice-President

10:45-11:00 AM Coffee break

11:00AM -12:30 PM  Panel discussion #1

“Korean-Canadian Relations during the Cold War”

• Dr. Robert Bothwell (Professor, University of Toronto): "Canada & Korea during the Cold War: A historical context"
  

• 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)
  

12:30-1:30PM Korean Buffet Luncheon

                     (please join us outside in the garden if the weather is nice)

 1:30-3:00PM 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) "Conceptualizing Migration as a Two-Way Street: Reflections on Bilateral Migration Flows”
  
• Moderator: Mr. Minsuk Kim (JD/MBA Candidate, University of Toronto)

 3:00-3:15PM Coffee break

3:15-4:45PM  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 Closing Remarks by Dr. Mairi MacDonald,

                    Director of International Relations Programme

                &  Appreciation by Ms. Tina Park, Conference Chair

5:00-6:00 Networking Reception (cash bar)

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This event is brought to you by : the KOWIN Toronto Chapter (Korean Women's International Network), the Centre for the Study of Korea & the Asian Institute at the Munk School of Global Affairs

We gratefully acknowledge the sponsorship from following organizations:

-The Consulate of the Republic of Korea, Toronto, ON, Canada

- The David Chu Program in Asia Pacific Studies, Munk School

- Assante Wealth Management (Ms. Jessica Min)

- Korea Exchange Bank Toronto Branch, ON, Canada

- International Relations Society

- UT Korean Students Association

- Korean Canadian Medical Association

- Professor Janice Stein, Munk School of Global Affairs (Conference Venue)