Valerie Jepson 11)111 Integrity Commissioner

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1 [hill TORONTO Valerie Jepson 11)111 Integrity Commissioner Office of the Integrity Commissioner 375 University Avenue, Suite 202 Tel: Toron, Ontario M5G 2J5 Fax: loronca/inteprity February 8, 2017 Sent by (No Original Follow) councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong Councillor for Ward Queen Street West, Suite C55 Toron, ON, M5H 2N2 Dear Councillor Minnan-Wong: Re: Sponsored Travel provided by the Confederation of Shenzhen Associations of Canada and the Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People s Government for Your Trip Shenzhen, China, November 16-20, 2016 Thank you for providing me with a Travel Declaration Form for the above-noted trip. confirm that the travel related benefits you have disclosed are in compliance with section (f) of Article IV (Gifts and Benefits) of the Code of Conduct for Members of Council as travel was sponsored by an event organizer and a foreign government within a foreign Country and you attended in your official capacity as the leader of a City Delegation the 18t1i China Hi-Tech Fair. I I form this view based on my review of: 1) the Travel Declaration Form dated February 2, 2017; 2) Invitations from the Confederation of Shenzhen Associations of Canada (the Confederation ) and the Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People s Government (the Municipahty); 3) Letters from the Confederation and the Municipality confirming their sponsorship of your airfare, accommodation, catering, and ground transportation as well as currency conversions from Chinese Yuan Dollars; 4) A copy of your trip itinerary; and 5) a search of the lobbyist registry confirming that the travel sponsor, Confederation of Shenzhen Associations of Canada, is not a registered lobbyist or a client of registered lobbyist. This letter, the Travel Declaration Form, and attached supporting material will be posted on the Integrity Commissioner s website, ron.c&integrity, in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Members of Council,

2 2- If you have any questions about the disclosure of gifts and benefits please do not hesitate contact this Office. Yo Authorizing Signature Removed grity Commissioner Enclosures (4): Travel Declaration Form dated February 2, 2017(1 page); Invitations from the Confederation of Shenzhen Associations of Canada (the Confederation ) and the Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People s Government (the Municipality) (2 pages); Letters from the Confederation and the Municipality confirming their sponsorship of your airfare, accommodation, catering, and ground transportation as well as currency conversions from Chinese Yuan Dollars (4 pages); A copy of your trip itinerary (2 pages). cc: Lesley Ruscica, Manager, Council & Support Services Winnie Li, Direcr, Strategic Integration and Excellence Ulli Watkiss, City Clerk

3 QIIITOII0NTO Gift Disclosure Statement Travel Declaration This form is used in the declaration of travel costs provided by a third party for Council Members in the performance of their duties if the value exceeds $300, or if tal value received from any one source during a calendar year exceeds $300. INFORMATION TO BE COMPLETED BY COUNCIL MEMBER Council Member: Denzil Minnan-Wong Purpose of Trip: Strengthen relationship between City of Toron and Shenzhen, China Travel Destination: Shenzhen, China Travel Dates: November16, 2016 November 20, 2016 Additional Information: Travel Expenses Covered by Third Party (please complete all that apply) Sponsor of Travel: Name: Registration Fees: $ N/A Type of Sponsor (check all that apply): Ri Government j Other organization fl Conference Organizer Travel: $ CAD Accommodation: $10,600 RMB = $2, CAD Ground Transportation: $8,400 RMB = $1, CAD Per DiemlSundry Expenses: $ CAD TOTAL: $10, Expenses Paid from Council Business Travel Budget Expenses Paid from Constituency Services & Office Budget or the annual operating budget for the Office of the Mayor Expenses paid from other City of Toron sources $ $ CAD $ Source: Please attach all pertinent information this form including invitation letter from event organizer, copies of receipts, etc.) Authorizing Signature Removed Signed by Council Member: Date: reb(c)&i 2 2cX1 The personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the CItJ of Toron Act, 2006, and 159, and By-Laws , and The information is used ensure compliance with the code of Conduct for Members of council and will be made public. The information will be provided the Office of the city clerk report the donation as a Gift and Benefit. Questions about this collection can be directed the Integrity commissioner, 375 University Avenue, Suite 202, Toron ON M5G 2J5, at , or at integrityfthloronca December of 2

4 FOREIGN AFFAIRS OFFICE OF SEHZHEN IAUNICWAL PEOPEtS GOVERNMENT Anna Miller Executive Assistant Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong 100 Queen St. West 2nd Floor, Suite C65 M5H 2N2 Dear Ms. Miller, Re: Invitation Visit Shenzhen In order promote friendly exchanges and cooperation between the City of Shenzhen and Toron, Shenzhen Foreign Affairs Office hereby sincerely invites Deputy Mayor DenziI Minnan-Wong lead a delegation attend the 181h China Hi-Tech Fair be hosted in Shenzhen China between November 16th and November The China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF) is the largest of its kind in China with the widest international participation. It plays an increasingly important role in boosting scientific arid technological exchanges and cooperation between countries and regions. It would be our great pleasure invite the delegation of Toron join this event and talk about the possibility of establishing friendly ties and closer cooperation between our two cities. The Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People s Government shall be responsible for the delegation s reception and Will assume the costs of no more than three government officials accommodation, catering and transportation for up five days once they have arrived in Shonzhen. I look forward hosting you at this great event in Shenzhen and wish you every success in your future endeavours. Sincerely. Authorizing Signature Removed cuanaa%/ Proc ivision Foreign Affairs Office Shenzhen Municipal People s Government Sliotwhen China tpf4l.xo

5 Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations tt & tsosac Shen Then Association of Canada Shenzhcn International Commerce Association of Canada Shenzhen Oversea Students Association of Canada Shenzhen Charity Foundation Canada Deputy Mayor Minnan-Wong Deputy Mayor of the City of Toron 100 Queen St. West 2 Floor, Suite C55 M5H 2N2 Dear Denzil Minnan-Wong, Re: Invitation Visit Shenzhen On behalf of the Confederation of Shenzhen Associations, I would you visit the City of Shenzhen, China and attend the 181h China Hi-Tech from November 1611 November215t, like cordially invite Fair. The Fair will be held The Confederation of Shenzhen Associations endeavors implement the goals of the Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Affairs Office in Toron and across Canada in order promote cooperation and collaboration. The City of Shenzhen is a central hub for innovation and development and a leader in technology. The China Hi-tech Fair, which will be hosted in Shenzhen, is the largest technology fair in China and attracting over 500,000 visirs annually. With key influencers and leaders in attendance, the fair will provide opportunities for developing cultural and business partnerships. The Confederation of Shenzhen Associations will sponsor the cost of your flights and from China in order for you visit the Hi-Tech Fair. We look forward working with you arrange your travel Shenzhen, China. Sincerely, Jenny Di, Chair of Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations Helen Yang, Secretary General I Vice President, Shen Zhen Association of Canada Contact Removed Contact: ; Removed tit-i]. Illl.111,1(11 c II,

6 e=1=r%.iflllk tflø % ijm4pi%mvsjllll 1WX ic oc Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations 4ISOSAC Shen Zhen Association of Canada Shenzhen International Commerce Association of Canada Shenzhen Oversea Students Association of Canada Shenzhen Charity Foundation Canada Minnan-Wong Deputy Mayor Deputy Mayor 100 Queen St. West 2nd Floor, Suite C55 M5H 2N2 of the City of Toron Dear Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong, Re: Cost of Travel am confirming that the Association assumed the tal cost of Deputy Mayor Minnan-Wongs airfare from Toron On behalf of the Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations, Hong Kong and back in the amount of CAD$ I Thank you very much! Sincerely, Helen Yang Secretary General, Shen Zhen Association of Canada Executive Secretary General, Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations Contact Removed Page 1 of 1

7 FOREIGN AFFAIRS OFFICE OF SHENZNEN MUNICIPAL PEOPLE S GOVERNMENT Anna Miller Executive Assistant Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong 100 Queen St. West 2 Floor, Suite C55 M5H 2N2 Dear Ms. Miller, Re: Cost of Accommodation, Catering and Ground Travel This letter is confirm that the Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People s Government assumed the cost for Deputy Mayor Minnan-Wong s accommodation, catering and ground transportation when he travelled Shenzhen in November, The cost of his accommodation and catering was 10,600 RMB. The cost of his ground transportation was 8400 RMB. Sincerely, Guang Vi, Lo Authorizing Signature Removed Procol DMsWn Foreign Affairs Office Shenzhen Municipal People s Government Sbcnzhon Ch.na 4,J. WI

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10 Itinerary November 15 (Tuesday) 23:25 Arrived at hong Kong International Airport (Flight CX764) November 16 (Wednesday) 01:00 Arrived at The Ritz-Cann, Shenzhen 08:30 Attend the Opening Ceremony of the High - 11:30 Visit High - Tech Fair 15:30 Visit Shenzhen Sck Exchange 16:30 Visit Shenzhen Museum Tech Fair November 17 (Thursday) :00 Circle of Friends: Shenzhen International Friendship Cities Communication Event I2:30 Luncheon 15:30 Visit Futian Transportation Rub J 7:30 Meeting with Shenzhen Municipal Leader and departments 18:00 MOU Signing Ceremony 18:15 Dinner hosted by Mrne. Lin Jie and Vice MayorAi Xuefeng

11 November 18 (Friday) 10:30 Visit Mindray 14:00 Visit Huawel Technologies 16:00 Visit BYD November 19th (Saturday) 09:45 Visit Southern University of Science and Technology 10:45 Visit OCT-Loft After lunch, Attend activities organized by Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations November 20 (Sunday) 10:00 Visit Splendid China and China Folk Cultural Village After lunch, Transfer Hong Kong Airport I 8: 15 Return Toron (Flight CX826)