Date: November 6, 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 8:00pm-9:00pm
Format: Zoom

Online Registration: https://forms.gle/wCZ8ax4aWuVbWjf27

Deadline: November 5, 2024 (Tuesday)
Language: English
Cost: Free
Presenters:  Lilian Ma and Mark Spraggett

The fall is upon us and pretty soon old man winter will be returning to Ontario. With that predictable seasonal change, beautiful snowfalls will be here to cover the land all around us.  To make use of this gift of nature, we can turn such pristine terrain into a winter playground.  What about getting to know about some snow sports? 

HKUAAO will be hosting a zoom seminar on “Introduction to Snowsports in Ontario” to be presented by the long time skier and instructor/coach Lilian Ma and Snowboard instructor/examiner Mark Spraggett on November 6, 2024 at 8 p.m.

This seminar is tailored for never/ever(s), beginners and all those who would like to learn something about snow sports in Ontario but never dare to ask. The seminar is about 1 hour long.   There will be time for answering questions also. If you want to post some questions in advance, you are welcome to do so in the registration form.

Speakers’ Notes:  Lilian is an avid ski instructor and coach with over 55 years of experience in skiing and snowboarding and Mark is an experienced snowboard instructor and examiner.  They are both still actively teaching skiing and snowboarding with the High Park Ski Club in Toronto.  During the presentation they will go through the basics of the ski/snowboard equipment and clothing necessary for an enjoyable experience for the downhill snow sports.   They will also emphasize safety precautions, etiquettes and code of conduct on the hill, as well as the skills required to enjoy snow sport in Canada.  They will note the importance of taking proper ski lessons right from the beginning from CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance) and CASI (Canadian Alliance of Snowboard Instructors) certified instructors who can be found in all Ontario Ski Resorts. Downhill snow sports, being fast moving sports, have some inherent risk for potential injuries, but taking lessons right off the bat will greatly minimize the risk.  The participants can enjoy the thrill of skiing right from the start if taught the proper skills needed to deal with the physics of this fast moving sport.  They will also briefly mention the various resorts that are close by.  

Enjoy the upcoming Winter in Canada!

There will be a Q & A session after the presentation.  Please post your questions during your registration.

由浸會、中大、珠海、理工、嶺南、樹仁、港大、城大及科大9間院校校友會組成的安省香港專上校友會聯會，主辦2024 HKJU Activity Day and Annual Dinner。項目包括：乒乓球、羽毛球、籃球、匹克球、橋牌遊戲等。

日期: 10月12日 (星期六)
比賽:  9am – 5pm 於 Markham Wesley Centre  (22 Esna Park Dr, Markham, ON L3R 1E1)
晚宴: 6pm – 10pm 於紫爵金宴 (8601 Warden Ave unit 4-6, Unionville, ON L3R 0B5)
截止報名日期: 9月15日

** 2024 HKJU Activity Day 報名表格 **

** 2024 HKJU Annual Dinner 報名表格 **

It was a nice warm sunny day, perfect for outdoor activities. We met at 2 pm at the main parking lot. Despite the long lineup to get into the parking lot, most of us manage to be on time. HLUAAO had a large turn out, almost 70 strong, with many younger, energetic alumni. Including the Tai Chi group under Mr. Tom Wong, we had close to 100 people ready to get started.

After waiting for the remaining few who were delayed by the traffic, we took a group picture with our HKUAAO banner and started the hiking on the Orchard trail at around 2:20 pm. The trail was relatively easy, according to the expert hikers. However the initial uphill and downhill did post some challenges to a few senior alumni. After the first part of the trail, the rest was mostly flat and easy. We went by the Rouge River, and the scene was very nice along the way. It took us about 1 ½ hours to complete the hike. Although a bit tired, we all enjoyed it and for those who had registered, we were looking forward to the dinner at Sam Woo Restaurant later on that day.

Dinner reception was at 5:30 pm. We had a total of eight tables, including over 50 alumni and about 30 from the Tai Chi group. At around 6 pm, dinner was served. We had a total of 10 dishes including soup, BBQ duck, and a variety including chicken, beef, fish and vegetable. Of course, the delicious meal would not be complete without dessert, fruit and wine! We all went home full stomach and well contented.
Thanks to Mr. Tom Wong for taking the lead and to the Tai Chi group, to our alumni for organizing and helping with the logistics of the hiking and dinner.

Reported by: Tim Cheng

Season’s greetings! Hey, we are organizing a big homecoming on campus “HKU Alumni Day” March 16th, 2024! Hope you and our alum in Toronto can join in person!! For those who won’t be able to fly back, we will do things online. All 10 faculties are also working with us to make this a memorable day!

Message from Monica Wong (HKUDAAO)