Living in China

Getting Your Bearings in China’s Capital If you’re a Canadian student, worker, or just a curious soul landing in China’s capital, the first thing to know is this: Beijing is not the kind of place where you can just wing it and hope the vibes carry you through. It’s huge, fast, and very digital. A lot of everyday life runs through WeChat, and if you don’t get that part sorted early, even simple stuff like booking a ride, paying a bill, or joining a student group can turn into a small comedy of errors. ...

Hong Kong China: Why It Matters for Canada People on the Move If you’re a Canada person living in China, planning to come over, or just trying to keep life from turning into a small daily circus, the Hong Kong China question comes up fast. Not in a dramatic way, usually. More like this: can I hop between Hong Kong and mainland China without making a mess of my schedule, my payment apps, or my WeChat contacts? Can I study, work, or visit family without getting caught in the usual “wait, which app do I need for this?” loop? ...