On September 19th, Deputy Consul General Cheng Hongbo attended the opening ceremony of the Mississauga Mid-Autumn Lanterns Festival and delivered remark. Representatives from all three levels of government in Canada and local people from all walks of life attended the event.

Deputy Consul General Cheng stated that the event, themed around the traditional Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, would create a joyful night market and festive atmosphere through food, lanterns, and cultural performances, building a bridge of friendly exchange and mutual understanding between the Chinese and Canadian people. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Canada. He expressed his hope that all sectors will take concrete actions to promote exchanges and cooperation between China and Canada, enhance trust, and foster people-to-people bonds. 

The event, part of the second "A Moonment to Remember" series of events in Toronto in 2025, lasted three days and attracted approximately 25,000 participants. A "Nihao! China" tourism promotion booth was also set up, attracting visitors of all ethnicities to take photos.