Hello,
On behalf of York University Lassonde School of Engineering, YSpace and the Canada Korea Business Council, I am pleased to invite you to the Korea-Canada Transpacific Relations.
Often described as “middle powers,” Canada and Korea have built their international influence through cooperation, trust, and strong knowledge-based economies. By investing in people, sharing ideas, and creating new opportunities, both countries can spark innovation, strengthen transpacific ties, and shape smarter public policy.
Today, this kind of collaboration matters more than ever. Rising geopolitical tensions, uncertainty around democratic values, the climate crisis, growing concerns about technology and security, and the ethical questions raised by artificial intelligence are reshaping the global landscape. In this context, science diplomacy—using research and knowledge to build trust and cooperation across borders—has become an essential tool.
This panel will explore both the opportunities and the challenges ahead, including how to protect research, support the movement of talent, and understand the growing role of universities as international actors. Drawing on perspectives from science, government, industry, and international affairs, the discussion will highlight practical ways to strengthen Korea–Canada collaboration while also examining the political conditions that make such cooperation possible—or place limits on it.
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 2-5 PM Presentations & Discussions | 5-7 PM Networking Reception
Venue: Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence, York University, 11 Arboretum Lane
Focus Sectors
- Defence & Aerospace
- AI & Robotics
- Semiconductors & ICT
- BIM & Digital Twin (AEC / infrastructure)
Speakers
• Youngjae Kim | Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Toronto
• Chris Casey | Partner, Industrials & Services Sector Leader, PWC
• Ravi Singh | Director General, Defence Industrial Strategy, DND (Virtual)
• Regina Lee, PhD | Professor, Space Engineering, York University
• Gunho Sohn, PhD | Professor, Geomatics Engineering, York University
• Stephen Hampton | VP, Telesat
• Mana Hosseini | General Partner, Grey Investment Ventures
• Jean-Benoit Leblanc | Executive Director, Global Affairs Canada (Virtual)
• Dennis Kuriakose | Senior Director, Multinational Banking, BMO
Bonus: Briefing on the upcoming Team Canada Trade Mission to Korea and “How to do business with Korea”.
Who should attend
- Technology executives seeking collaboration with universities
- Executives & Entrepreneurs seeking Korean connections and collaboration
- Synergistic Professionals: Lawyers; Bankers; Venture Capitalists; Consultants
- Policy & International Relations Advisors
Please mark your calendar and the registration will open soon.
I look forward to seeing you soon.
Sincerely,
Sonny Cho
