On December 6th, The Chinese Consulate General in Toronto held a briefing on the 2026 Toronto "Happy Chinese New Year" Series Events Briefing Session. Consul General Luo Weidong, and over 30 representatives from participating organizations and media attended the event.

Consul General Luo stated that the Spring Festival is one of the most important traditional festivals of the Chinese nation and has been inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Over the years, the strong support from all participating organizations has made the Toronto "Happy Chinese New Year" events an important bridge connecting the people of both countries. Consul General Luo expressed his hope that everyone actively promote personnel exchanges between China and Canada and facilitate more cultural exchange and cooperation projects; he also hoped that everyone would form a strong synergy to promote excellent traditional Chinese culture and contribute to enriching Canada's multiculturalism.

This briefing session was the first one held by the Consulate General, where epresentatives introduced their respective activities. The 2026 Toronto "Happy Chinese New Year" Series Events will feature more than ten events in various formats, including concerts, fairs, and opera performances, from January to February.