It was a great time I spent with Eric. He was kind and knowledgeable, sharing many stories from his experiences in both Hong Kong and Melbourne. Before and after our meet-up, he provided very helpful information on important topics like medical care and obtaining a driver’s license... This support truly made my exchange experience easier and more enriching.

Beyond the introductions themselves, Nicole modeled a mindset I'm still internalizing: reach out early, stay genuinely curious, and treat every conversation as a chance to test assumptions about your own future. That shift has made me think much more critically — and much more concretely — about which career paths actually fit me, rather than chasing whichever one sounds most prestigious.

Most importantly, their support and encouragement have motivated me to grow independently, embrace challenges, and develop a more mature and focused mindset for my future studies and career.

“Dr. Hou is not only our great mentor, but also our father. We are just like a family.”

His experience in establishing a medical foundation and advocating for the Chinese community in Toronto is very inspiring. He also shared some cultural aspects of Canada and recommended places worth visiting, which helped me start my exchange journey on a positive note.