The CBIE Annual Conference is Canada’s premier event in the field of international education, organized by the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE). The 2025 conference brought together educators, policymakers, and representatives of higher education institutions from around the world to foster collaboration in student exchange, research, and academic innovation. The event attracted more than 1,300 delegates from 50 countries and featured over 60 exhibitors and 75 sessions held over four consecutive days, from November 2 to 5, 2025.
The HUMG Delegation Joined the Vietnamese Delegation at CBIE2025
The Vietnamese delegation, led by the Department of International Cooperation, Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam (MOET), included 12 universities, with coordination from the Embassy and Consulate General of Canada in Vietnam. As the Country Spotlight at CBIE2025, Vietnam organized a dedicated session on the opening day to introduce Vietnamese higher education to international delegates. Following that, bilateral meetings were arranged for Vietnamese universities to connect directly with participating institutions and organizations. At these sessions, the HUMG delegation met with several Canadian universities as well as higher education institutions from other countries to explore potential areas of collaboration and mutual interest.
In addition to the conference sessions, the Vietnamese delegation held two important meetings with the Ministries of Advanced Education of Saskatchewan and Québec, along with universities and colleges from these provinces. The discussions focused on reviewing existing partnerships and exploring new initiatives. HUMG representatives also proposed organizing a Vietnam–Canada Mining Symposium in April 2026 in Hanoi to explore potential cooperation in rare earth and strategic mineral resources.
The Vietnamese Delegation Participated in the CBIE2025 Conference in Québec City, Canada
During CBIE2025, the Canada–ASEAN Roundtable was held, bringing together ministries of education and higher education institutions from Canada and ASEAN countries to share best practices and explore opportunities for multilateral cooperation. The roundtable drew a large number of delegates and featured lively discussions on strengthening regional partnerships.
The Canada–ASEAN Roundtable Drew a Large Number of Delegates and Featured Lively Discussions
As the Guest Country of Honor at CBIE2025, the Vietnamese delegation, including HUMG, met with the leadership of the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) to review the outcomes of previous collaborations and propose new initiatives for more effective and practical cooperation.
Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Hai (third from left), as part of the Vietnamese delegation, met with the leadership of the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
Throughout the CBIE2025 Conference and Exhibition, HUMG, along with other Vietnamese universities, showcased their institutions at the dedicated Vietnam Pavilion, engaging with global universities and research organizations. The Vietnam Pavilion at CBIE2025 featured 12 participating universities, highlighting the growing presence and internationalization of Vietnam’s higher education system.
The Vietnam Pavilion at CBIE2025 featured 12 participating universities
In addition to conference activities, the Vietnamese delegation also held a meeting with Concordia University – one of the largest and most multidisciplinary universities in Québec – to explore cooperation opportunities in areas aligned with HUMG’s training and research strengths. Both institutions discussed potential collaboration through Canada’s SEED Scholarship Program for faculty and student exchanges, joint research, and doctoral training. The meeting with Concordia University opened many promising opportunities for future cooperation.
The meeting with Concordia University opened many promising opportunities for future collaboration
Notably, Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Hai was invited to participate in an interview with the Government of Saskatchewan as a distinguished alumnus, sharing insights about his study and research experience in Canada and the contributions of alumni to fostering educational cooperation between the two countries. The interview is scheduled to be broadcast during International Education Week 2025 at the end of November.
On November 6, 2025, the HUMG delegation visited Polytechnique Montréal during its International Mobility Fair to promote HUMG’s short-term academic exchange and research internship programs, attract international students, and connect with representatives from other leading technical universities. HUMG and Polytechnique Montréal have successfully collaborated for several years through the Canada–ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) Program of the Government of Canada. During the visit, Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Hai met and encouraged HUMG students currently undertaking research internships at Polytechnique Montréal. Both universities reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen this partnership and to expand overseas learning opportunities for students from both sides.
Nguyen Trong Hoa, a student of Automation Engineering at HUMG, worked at a research lab at Polytechnique Montréal under a 4-month SEED-funded internship