COMPARED with the Canadian University Association (CUA), which started more than 30 years ago, the Chinese Canadian Association (CCA) is still in its infancy.
But it is growing steadily and has contributed more than its years suggest - helping to strengthen the bonds that tie many Hongkong people to Canada.
The association was started in 1987, one of the three Canada-related groups in the territory, along with the CUA and the Canadian Club.
The main aim of the CCA is to serve as a link between those Hongkong Chinese people who have a similar Canadian background.
The CCA, which now has 300 members, provides a focal point for Canadians in Hongkong for socialising, exchanging professional and business information, and maintaining and sharing their Canadian heritage.
The chairman of the CCA, Kenny Tam, said many Hongkong people had strong connections with Canada.