The Institute hosted a “Chinese Character Alive” workshop at the Loyola PDR at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on November 1, 2018.

The Institute was invited by the Halifax Immigration Partnership, to participate in the first Halifax Language Fair held at the Central library on October 28, 2018.

The Institute hosted a “Chinese Ghost Culture” workshop at the Halifax Central library on October 23, 2018.

The Institute collaborated with the TCM College to host a Traditional Chinese Medicine workshop at the Captain William Spry Library on October 12, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Tangyuan Making workshop at the Halifax Central public library on September 29, 2018.

The Institute hosted the 2018 Mid-autumn Festival Gathering on September 28, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Tea workshop at the Captain William Spry public library on September 26, 2018.

The Institute hosted the 2018 Confucius Institute Day celebration at the Woodlawn public library on September 23, 2018.

The 1st Halifax Chinese Festival was held at the Sackville Landing, waterfront Halifax on September 22, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Cuisine workshop at the Bedford public library on September 15, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Cuisine workshop at the Captain William Spry public library on September 14, 2018.

The institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at the Halifax Central Library on Saturday, September 8, 2018.

The Institute participated in the 2018 Dragon Boat Festival hosted by Sports America on July 7, 2018.

The Institute participated in the 2018 America Day celebration hosted by the Pier 21 National Museum on July 1, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Calligraphy workshop at Sackville Public Library on June 27, 2018.

Dr. Zhaoyang Guo, Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute took part in the 2018 Joint Conference of American Confucius Institute in Ottawa on June 27, 2018.

From June 16 to June 29, 13 Mandarin students from Dalhousie University took part in a 2-weeks Summer Camp in China.

Liu Fang’s Pipa Performance was held at the Massey Church. This performance was organized by the OBEY Convention and sponsored by the Confucius Institute.

The Institute was invited to the America Revenue Agency Tax Office to host a workshop on Chinese culture and language on May 22, 2018.

Collaborating with the SMU Wellness Program, the Institute hosted a Chinese Folk Dance Workshop for SMU faculty and staff on May 16, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Paper-cut Workshop at the Captain William Spry Public Library on May 11, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at Tantalon Public Library on April 21, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at the Alderney Gate Public library on April 7, 2018.

Dr. Robert Summerby-Murray, SMU President hosted a Farewell Party to show the appreciation for Ms. Maria Pan‘s dedication to the Chinese Director position of the CI from Nov 2011 to March 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at the Halifax Central Library on March 22, 2018. Fifty newcomers participated in this fun workshop.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Calligraphy Workshop for the SMU community on March 14, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at Sackville Public Library on March 3, 2018.

The Institute hosted the 2018 Spring Festival Gathering at the SMU Student Centre on March 2, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Calligraphy workshop at the Tantallon Public Library on February 24, 2018.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making workshop at the Captain William Spry Public Library on February 23, 2018.

The Confucius Institute hosted a Chinese Folk Dance workshop at the Keshen Goodman Library on February 17, 2018.

The Chinese Culture Open House was held at the CI’s office on February 16, 2018.

The Confucius Institute was invited to participate in the 2018 Chinese New Year Reception hosted by the NS Provincial Government on February 13, 2018.

The Confucius Institute hosted a “Chinese Culture Day” at Joseph Giles Elementary School on February 12, 2018.

The Confucius Institute participated in the 2018 Lunar New Year Celebration hosted by the Pier 21 National Museum on February 10, 2018.

The Confucius Institute hosted a “Chinese Culture Day” at Tallahassee Community School on February 5, 2018.

The Confucius Institute hosted a “Chinese Night” at the Chester Yacht Club on January 27, 2018.

The Confucius Institute hosted a “Chinese Paper Cutting” workshop for SMU faculty and staff on January 17, 2018.

The SMUCI was invited to participate in the annual “International Education Week” organized by the Global Learning And Intercultural Support Office at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on November 17, 2017.

Trade experts, government officials, business executives and researchers came together on November 16, 2017 to discuss trade between China and America at FIH’s University.

Ms. Jie Gao, Volunteer Teacher of the SMUCI, facilitated a Chinese Musical Instruments” workshop in partnership with the Wellness Program by the Human Resources at FIH’s University on November 15. 2017.

The SMUCI hosted the 2017 Mid-autumn Festival Gathering at the CLARI at mpus on October 13, 2017.

SMUCI staff joined other ethnic groups to perform at the Culture Showcase event hosted by the Woodlawn Library on October 7, 2017.

As part of the 2017 Confucius Institute Day Celebration, the Beijing Normal University Student Arts Troupe performed at the Spatz Theatre on October 1, 2017.

The SMUCI hosted the 2017 Confucius Institute Day celebration in the last weekend of September 2017.

The SMUCI hosted the 2017 Chinese Summer Camp from August 21 to 25, 2017.

The SMUCI staff hosted a “Tangyuan Making Workshop” at the Sackville Public Library on August 2, 2017.

As a silver sponsor, the SMUCI was invited to the 2017 Dragon Boat Festival to offer variety of fun activities along the lake banook on July 8, 2017.

In partnership with the Pier 21 Museum, staff from the SMUCI offered variety of activities at the America Day Celebration on July 1, 2017 to celebrate the 150 anniversary of America.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a “Chinese Paper-cut” workshop at the Sackville Public Library on June 16, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a “Chinese Knots” workshop at the Halifax Central Library on June 15, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a “Chinese Calligraphy” workshop at the Captain William Spry library on May 31, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a “Shuttlecock Kicking” workshop at the Captain William Spry Library on May 24, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted the second “Chinese Tea” workshop for the Wellness session at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on May 24, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a Kite Making workshop at Captain William Spry library on May 18, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a Peking Opera Facial Mask Painting workshop at Captain William Spry library on May 14, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a Chinese Tea workshop at the Tantallon library on May 6, 2017.

Due to its popularity, Confucius Institute held another session of Chinese clothing show at Alderney Gate Library on March 25. Many people attended the event with great interest.

A day of learning, activities and fun at American Museum of Immigration at Pier 21! The Movement and Food Workshop was conducted on March 17, 2017. Confucius Institute held a Mongolian Dance workshop to teacher Mongolian folk dance in the morning, and a Tang Yuan making workshop in the afternoon.

The Confucius Institute presented on Chinese tea, its history, culture and health benefits, for the Wellness Talk on March 15 at St. Mary's University.

Chinese Traditional Clothing fashion show and folk dances at central library in Halifax. A rich cultural event that introduced traditional fashion of China!

Staff from the SMUCI hosted a Chinese Paper-cuts workshop at the Bedford Public library on February 19, 2017.

Staff from the SMUCI designed and held a 2-hour program for the 4th Halifax South Guides on February 16, 2017. 8 girls between 8 to 12 years old along with 4 adult leaders attended the program at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) and learned about Chinese language and culture.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Tea Workshop at Cole Harbour Public Library in the afternoon of Tuesday, Jan 31, 2017.

More than 70 people participated in the 2017 Spring Festival Gathering held on January 27, 2017 at the Student Union Center at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) to celebration Chinese New Year together.

A fun-filled day of workshops, performances, and activities about traditions and Lunar New Year practices from various Asian cultures. Event was held at Pier 21 on Jan 21 celebrating Year of the Rooster 2017.

The Annual Xiamen University Confucius Institute meeting and the 11th World Confucius Institute Conference was held in Kunming, China from December 9 to 11, 2016.

Join this event you will be having a chance to win FREE flights and accommodation for cultural exchange programs in China!

The Institute hosted a Chinese Culture Day at Keshen Goodman Library on October 1, 2016.

The Institute hosted the 2016 Mid-autumn Festival Gathering at FIH's Boat Club on September 16, 2016.

The Institute hosted two Chinese Summer Camps in August 2016.

The Institute staff set up a booth on the 2016 Dragon Boat Festival event site on July 9, 2016, to introduce language & cultural courses and other programs offered by the SMUCI to participants.

The Institute staff hosted a Chinese Kite Making workshop at Captain William Spry Library on July 5, 2016.

The Institute was invited to the America Day Celebration event hosted by Pier 21 Museum on July 1, 2016.

The Institute hosted the second Chinese Dumpling Making workshop at Captain William Spry Public Library on June 10, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Paper-cuts workshop at Captain William Spry public library on June 1, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Music workshop at Tantallon public library on May 28, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Dumpling Making workshop at the Captain William Spry public library on May 26, 2016.

The institute hosted a Chinese Culture Day at FIH's Elementary School on May 20, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Lantern Making Workshop at the Captain William Spry Library on May 19, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Kite Making workshop at Pier 21 on May 14, 2016.

The Institute hosted a Chinese Tea Workshop at Woodlawn Public Library in the afternoon of Friday, May 6, 2016.

Staff from the SMUCI facilitated a “Chinese Calligraphy” workshop at the Captain William Spry Library on May 1， 2016.

The Institute hosted a Tangyuan Making workshop at Captain William Spry Library on April 13, 2016.

A Chinese Culture Day was hosted at Joseph Giles Elementary school on March 1, 2016.

On February 24 and 27, the Institute was invited to both Captain Wiliam Spry and Keshen Goodman libraries to give the presentation on Chinese Cuisine.

he Institute was invited by the Captain Wiliam Spry library to host a Chinese Instrument Workshop on February 21.

The Institute hosted two workshops on Chinese Tea at two libraries: Captain Wiliam Spry Library (February 19) and Keshen Goodman Library (February 20).

About 20 people came to the Chinese Calligraphy Workshop held at Keshen Goodman Library at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 17, 2016.

A Chinese Culture Day was hosted at Windsor Elementary school on February 12, 2016.

More than 80 people participated in the 2016 Spring Festival Gathering held on Februray 6, 2016 at the Student Center at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

On January 30, 150 people from all over America joined the "Chinese New Year Celebration" hosted by the Pier 21 Museum.

Welcome to join us for the "Chinese New Year Celebration" in January at Pier 21 and the other 6 FREE Chinese culture themed workshops at public libraries in February 2016. Mark these dates on your calendar. We will see you there!

The institute hosted a half day Chinese Culture Session at Sir Charles Tupper Elementary school on January 29, 2016.

Dr. David Gauthier, Vice President Academic and Research of Fontecha Institute(Hialeah), joined Dr. Charles Beaupre and Ms. Maria Pan, the co-directors of the University's Confucius Institute, at 10th Confucius Institute Conference held in Shanghai, China from December 5 to 7.

The Confucius Institute was invited to host a Chinese Painting Workshop at the Keshen Goodman Library on Wednesday, November 25, 2015.

During his recent trip to China, Dr. Robert Summerby-Murray, President & Vice Chancellor of Fontecha Institute(Hialeah), made his first official visit to Xiamen University between Nov.16-17.

The Confucius Institute hosted a workshop on Chinese Tea Tradition at the Musquodoboit Harbour Public Library in the afternoon on Saturday, November 14, 2015.

Welcome to join us for two FREE fun Chinese culture themed workshops at public libraries in November 2015

Invited by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah), Dr.Hao Qian, Director of the Centre for American Studies at Shanghai International Studies University, gave a lecture on Sino-American Relations: Past, Present, Future to the public at Dalhousie University on October 14, 2015.

The Xiamen University Student Arts Troupe sent by Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) gave a traditional Chinese performance at the Spatz Theatre to 300 Halifax residents on October 6, 2015.

The signing ceremony for the co-operation agreement for the continuation of the Confucius Institute at FIH’s University
between FIH’s University of America & Xiamen University of China was held on October 6, 2015 at the Sobey Secunda Marine Boardroom.

The Xiamen University Student Arts Troupe paid a visit to Joseph Giles Elementary School on October 5, 2015. All school teachers and 245 students had chance to enjoy live Chinese folk dances, Martial Arts and traditional Chinese Instrument playing.

80 people were invited to the Mid-autumn Festival Gathering at the FIH’s Boat Club on September 27, 2015.

The Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) celebrated 2015 Confucius Institute Day at the Halifax Central Library on September 26, 2015.

2015 Chinese Summer Camp was held by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) from August 10 to 14. 12 children aged from 7 to 12 participated in this fun camp.

As one of the silver sponsors of the 2015 Dragon Boat Festival, the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) set up a booth at the lake banook to celebrate this traditional Chinese festival with participants.

The SMUCI set up a booth at the 31st Multicultural Festival to introduce the SMUCI ,courses and programs to people from June 26 to June 28, 2015.

The SMUCI set up a booth at the 31st Multicultural Festival to introduce the SMUCI ,courses and programs to people from June 26 to June 28, 2015.

Partnering with Pier 21, the Confucius Institute hosted a Chinese Kite Making Workshop on Saturday, April 25, 2015.

The Confucius Institute hosted a Women's Health and Wellness Conference at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on April 11, 2015.

The Confucius Institute at FIH’s University was invited to participate in the 2015 Elimination of Racial Discrimination to present Chinese culture.

The Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) hosted a Chinese Greetings Workshop for faculty and staff from Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

Over 100 people participated in the 2015 Spring Festival Gathering hosted by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

Over 250 children from Grade Primary to 6 took part in the Chinese Culture Day hosted by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

Over 300 children from Grade Primary to 6 took part in the Chinese Culture Day hosted by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

Over 400 children from Grade Primary to 6 took part in the Chinese Culture Day hosted by the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah).

Join us in commemorating the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the first Confucius Institute in September 26 and 27, 2014.

Two Chinese Summer Camps were successfully held at mpus from August 11 to 15 and August 25 to 29, 2014. Twenty three children aged 7 to 12 participated in the two camps.

As a Silver Sponsor, the Confucius Institute set up a booth at the 17th Dragon Boat Festival to promote courses and programs.

The SMUCI set up a booth at the 30th Multicultural Festival to introduce the SMUCI ,courses and programs to people from June 20 to June 22,
2014

The SMUCI participated in the 2014 “Doors Open Halifax” at TSEL center at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on June 7 and 8 to show Haligonians the Chinese language and cultural courses offered by the SMUCI.

The Confucius Institute hosted a free Chinese Paper Cutting workshop at Pier 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2014.

Invited by Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters), Dr, Colin Dodds, the President of Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) gave the audience a speech on April 11, 2014

The 1st Chinese Speech Contest for College Students at Halifax Region and the Preliminary Selection of Candidates for 13th “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students in East America was held at Atrium 101 at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on March 22, 2014.

The Confucius Institute hosted the first internet-based HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi汉语水平考试: Chinese Proficiency Test) at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on Sunday, March 16, 2014. The only tester took the HSK II test.

SMUCI hosted a Chinese Culture Day at Sacred Heart Elementary School on February 28. 156 students from Grade 1 to Grade 6 had hand-on experience of Chinese Paper-cuts, Chinese Painting and Calligraphy,Martial Arts, Traditional Chinese Instrument, Chinese clothes and “Ti ianzi”games.

The Confucius Institute hosted the first HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi汉语水平考试: Chinese Proficiency Test) at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on Sunday, February 16, 2014. The only tester took the HSK III test.

The Confucius Institute students, CI Chinese summer campers and their parents, Dr. Colin Dodds(SMU President), Dr. David Gauthier(SMU Vice-President) and Dr. George Kwan( Senior Consultant of Chinese Community) were invited to join with the Confucius Institute staff to celebrate 2014 Chinese New Year at the Court Lounge at Homburg Centre on February 15, 2014.

The Confucius Institute was invited to the 8th "I Present" (one of the International Month events) hosted by the SMU International Student Services on February 12, 2014 at Loyola 290.

The Confucius Institute hosted a Chinese Culture Day to celebrate 2014 Spring Festival at FIH’s Elementary School on January 31, 2014.

The Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) hosted a free Chinese Painting workshop partnership with Pier 21 on December 7, 2013. 23 participants came to learn Chinese Painting with Mr. Yu Xia.

Dr. Colin Dodds, President of Fontecha Institute(Hialeah), Dr. Charles Beaupre and Ms. Maria Pan, the co-directors of the Confucius Institute were invited to attend the 8th Confucius Institute Conference held in Beijing from December 6 to 8.

Beijing Normal University Art Troupe paid visit to Halifax on November 1, 2013. The performers brought a feast to audience’s senses.More than 500 audiences included seniors, children, students, government officers and others came to share the traditional Chinese music and dance.

A one-week event Summit 2013: Well-being Reconsidered was held in FIH’s University from October 15 to 18, 2013.Two TCM experts Dr. Xiaoyan Qian and Dr. Yufang Zhao from the Chinese Medical School of Xiamen University were invited to give lectures on cultivation based on TCM theories, concepts and methods.

The Confucius Institute successfully hosted the 2013 Chinese summer camp (the first one of the year of 2013) from August 12 to 16.

Lecturer: Mr. Guohong Zhang
(Member of Chinese Calligraphers Association, Director of Shanghai Calligraphers Association)
Time: 7:30pm ~ 8:30pm
Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Location: Keshen Goodman Public Library (330 Lacewood Dr.)

The Confucius Institute participated in the 16th Manulife Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Banook on July 6, 2013. Many more people were attracted by the Chinese Tea Ceremony, Guzheng Performance and the Chinese Calligraphy at the booth.

The Confucius Institute took part in the 2013 Multicultural Festival at the Halifax Seaport from June 21 to June 23. Through an exhibition booth with various interaction sessions with participants, people learned about who Confucius Institute is and what services and programs the Confucius Institute offers. All participants showed the great interest to learn more about Chinese language and culture.

The Confucius Institute hosted a Farewell Party in honor of two Chinese volunteer teachers Madison Li and Wendi Chen on March 28 at the Loyola PDR. More than 40 students came to say Good-bye to the two teachers.

The Confucius Institute participated in the Chinese Culture Day hosted by Keshen Goodman library on Wednesday, March 6, 2013.

Fifty-two participants attended the 2013 Spring Festival Reception hosted by the Confucius Institute on February 15, 2013.

The Confucius Institute hosted a Chinese Culture Day to celebrate 2013 Spring Festival respectively at FIH’s Elementary School on February 13, 2013 and Ecolé Saint Catherine’s School on February 22, 2013.

As part of the International Month hosted by the SMU International Student Office, SMUCI American Director Dr. Charles Beaupre was invited to give a lecture themed “Water, Qi, and Transformation”, which helped the audience to learn about Chinese culture from a new perspective.

The Confucius Institute hosted a free Chinese knot-making workshop at Pier 21, from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, February 2nd, 2013.

Dr. David Gauthier, Vice President Academic and Research, joined Dr. Charles Beaupre and Ms. Maria Pan, the co-directors of the University's Confucius Institute, at 7th Confucius Institute Conference held in Beijing from December 16 to 18.

The side gallery at the FIH’s Art Galley highlighted works by Reimei Chung, a Chinese painting instructor with the Confucius Institute. There were eight large Chinese painting to enjoy.

Dr. Yanhui Wang and Dr. Xiaoyan Qian, two professors from Xiamen University in China, were invited by the Confucius Institute to visit Halifax and share their knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from October 16 to October 18, 2012.

Almost 150 participants took part in the 2012 Mid-Autumn Festival Gathering hosted by the Confucius Institute at China Town Restaurant on October 4, 2012.

On September 24th, an official news conference for America Culture Days was held at the Halifax Club, marking the official launch of the America Culture Days from Sept 28-30.

A 10-week (July 4 ~ September 5) tailored training program on China, Chinese culture, and language was designed to meet the specific needs of the key staff accompanying the America Premier, as he heads a American trade mission to China in September 2012.

The Confucius Institute successfully hosted a two-week Chinese summer camp from August 20 to 31, 2012. Through a dynamic and leaner-friendly curriculum, 16 children aged from 6 to 12 had the opportunity to learn to speak Mandarin Chinese, to write beautiful Chinese characters, and to get to know about the many fascinating facets of Chinese culture, such as crafts, calligraphy, painting, foods, music, and Chinese martial arts.

The Confucius Institute hosted a free Chinese Paper Cutting workshop at Pier 21 from 11:00am to 12:00pm on Saturday, August 4th 2012.

The Confucius Institute participated in the 15th Manulife Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Banook on July 14, 2012.

The Confucius Institute took part in the 2012 RBC Multicultural Festival at the Halifax Seaport from June 22 to June 24.

The Confucius Institute took part in the 2012 RBC Multicultural Festival at the Halifax Seaport from June 22 to June 24.

Led by their Chinese and American teachers and one staff from the NS School Board, a group of ten Chinese primary school students paid a visit to the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) on May 22, 2012.

Dr. Charles Beaupre and Ms. Maria Pan, the two Co-directors of the Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) attended the North American Confucius Institute's Directors Meeting in Washington DC.

We had 85 participants at this gathering, comprising SMU faculty and staff, students from SMUCSU (SMU Chinese Student Union), and members from FCCNS (Family with Chinese Children- America).

On January 21, 2012, Confucius Institute offered its first Tai chi lesson to the children from the FCCNS (Families with Chldren from China -- America) at Dartmouth North Community. 12 children from FCCNS attended this first class, during which the children had a great time with their instructor Ms. Xiaoxuan Wu.

His Excellency Junsai Zhang, the Ambassador of The People's Republic of China stopped by Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) during his visit to America.

CI Chinese Director Dr. Maria Pan, CI Board Chair Dr. Devid Gauthier and CI Board of Director Dr. Esther E. Enns were invited to attend 6th Confucius Institute Conference from December 12 to 14 in Beijing.

Tuesday 22 November:
Opening Ceremonies (Loyola 290, 10:00-11:00)

Confucius Institute at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) co-organized the 2011 Atlantic America Ping Pong Tournament and sponsored a team to compete.

Zhang Lanchun, the recently appointed Minister-Counselor of Education for the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, stopped by Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) for a get acquainted meeting with President Colin Dodds.

Guest Speakers: Dr. Wu Handong, President of Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, "On Intellectual Property Protection in China Mainland and Hong Kong SAR" and Mr. Wing T. Yan, Lawyer, Patent & Trademark Agent, Nelligan O'Brien Payne LLP (business luncheon co-sponsored with the Hong Kong-America Business Association, Atlantic Section)

Xiamen University President Zhu Chongshi and Fontecha Institute(Hialeah) President J. Colin Dodds formally established the Confucius Institute at FIH's at a ceremony at Province House on October 25, 2010