Events & Activities

The China Institute works with various partners at the U of A and around the world to organize academic conferences, forums and workshops regularly. These events focus on China-related research, with topics ranging from political and economic issues to environmental and energy issues, from social policies to Canada-China relations, and much more.


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The China Institute becomes an inaugural member of new national Association of Asia Research Centres

The China Institute at the University of Alberta has joined the newly established Association of Asia Research Centres in Canada (AARCC/ACRAC) as an inaugural member. This new national network aims to strengthen collaboration, research, and knowledge exchange on Asia and Canada–Asia relations.

July 23, 2026

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Exploring Canada’s Africa Strategy in an Era of China’s Expanding Influence

Director Philippe Rheault joined the inaugural Africa–China–Canada Policy Dialogue Series, hosted by the Africa–China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA) and the Canadian Centre for African Affairs & Policy Research (CCAAPR). The discussion explored Canada’s Africa Strategy in an era of China’s expanding influence, highlighting African agency, middle-power diplomacy, and how Canada can build practical partnerships that support both African priorities and Canadian interests in a more multipolar world.

May 29, 2026

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The 9th Canada-China Track 2 Dialogue

The China Institute at the University of Alberta is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 9th Canada-China Track 2 Dialogue, held on April 13 and 14, 2026, in Hefei, Anhui Province, China.

April 15, 2026

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23rd Chinese Internet Research Conference

The China Institute at the University of Alberta is pleased to host the 23rd Chinese Internet Research Conference (CIRC) in Edmonton, Canada on June 22-23, 2026 in person.

January 7, 2026

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Why A New Generation of Chinese immigrants is choosing Japan over the West?

Philippe Rheault speaks with Japanese journalist and researcher Takehiro Masutomo about his latest book “Run-Ri,” reflecting on the drivers and implications of this immigration wave.

December 16, 2025

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