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It was a grey and rainy day in early November in downtown Shanghai and Sekkei Studio was on Yandang Lu for the opening ceremonies of Hello Allo Canada. Hello Allo Canada  was a free, downtown Shanghai event with interactive displays, educational booths, immigration specialists, tourism information, arts, crafts, music, movies, competitions and food. There were over 100,000 visits over three days to learn about the vibrancy of Canada

It was a busy morning with lots of dignitaries and chinese government officals giving speeches. As Mark Ceolin, the chair of the Canadian chamber was finishing his speech, I got a chance to catch up with David to get his reflections on the concept of Hello Allo Canada. Here is part of our conversation

Our Man in SH: What do you think of the Festival and the Opening Ceremonies?

David: This is a different type of festival. The French week was about business and there wasn’t much about France. Hello Allo Canada seems to be more about a cultural exchange rather than a business event. It gives people a chance to learn about another country.

Our Man in SH: Do you know much about Canada?

David: I know there is alot of snow and that you Canadians seem to be hooked on Maple Syrup.

Our Man in SH: Do you think you would ever travel to Canada for a visit?

David: I have been interested in taking a trip to Montreal or Quebec City. To me, these two cities have a historical connection to France.

Our Man in SH: Don’t you think you’re forgetting about Toronto?

David: I just assumed there would be an “Our Man in Shanghai” tour to Toronto. Canada is a big country and I am sure I’ll get aroiund to seeing alot of different places.

Our Man in SH: Anything particular that comes to your mind as the highlight of the morning so far?

David: Didn’t you promise me a free pancake breakfast @ the Julie’s tent? What’s up with all these moose on the streets of Shanghai.

All in all it was a great three days of hanging out with the Canadian community in Shanghai. Until Next time!