About Us

Introduction to (KCBA)

The Korean Canadian Business Association (KCBA) was first established in 2001 under the name "North York Korean Prosperity Association" by Korean small business owners in North York, a vibrant area in northern Toronto with a dense Korean population. Over the following 15 years, it operated officially under the name "North Toronto Prosperity Association." In 2022, the organization formally adopted its current name, KCBA. As a non-profit organization focused on economics and culture, KCBA is dedicated to supporting both small and large Korean businesses and individuals within the local community.

KCBA Leadership

With strong unity among its members and robust leadership from the executive team, the Korean Canadian Business Association (KCBA) has grown to become one of the largest nonprofit economic organizations operated by Korean Canadians within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). In this region, home to a population of approximately 5 million, KCBA plays a vital role as a leading economic organization, supporting the Korean-Canadian community in driving the local economy.

♦︎ Yong-Koo Cho

  • Founding President
  • Former Vice President of the Ontario Korean Business Association (OKBA)

♦︎ Jun-Sang Cho

  • 2nd President
  • Representative of Century 21 New Concept Realty
  • Father of Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Stan Cho (Seong-Hoon Cho)

♦︎ Jung-Wook Ko

  • 3rd President
  • Director of Junko Taekwondo Academy
  • Former President of the Canadian Taekwondo Association

♦︎ Hyun-Joo Chae

  • 4th and current President
  • Representative of Menami and Koko Sharebar
  • Executive Director of the Young North York BIA

Our Mission

Since its establishment in 2001, the Korean Canadian Business Association (KCBA) has been actively pursuing the following objectives:

  • Providing Essential Resources: Offering various support measures required for business success and sustainable growth.
  • Fostering a Supportive Community:  Building a network where Korean small business owners can collaborate and interact.
  • Promoting Sustainable Business Growth: Ensuring the long-term development and stability of Korean entrepreneurs.

Through business seminars, certification programs, and cultural events, KCBA aims to:

  • Enhance the professional skills of its members.
  • Create meaningful networking opportunities.
  • Celebrate Korean heritage within Canadian society.

Our Team

Hyunjoo Chae

president
(Owner of Hanbatang &
Menami Restaurant)

Sunyoung Yoon

Vice President
(Real Estate Agent)

Young-Hee Lee

General Manager
(Mortgage Broker)

F.A.Q.

KCBA connects Korean business leaders, entrepreneurs, and aspiring business owners to promote mutual growth, knowledge sharing, and cultural promotion while contributing to the local community.  Join us →

Members enjoy networking events, business mentoring programs, marketing support, access to exclusive seminars, newsletters, and member-only benefits.

No. KCBA welcomes business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and individuals from all industries, including food services, retail, law firms, and accounting.

To join KCBA, complete the online application form and pay the membership fee. Detailed instructions can be found on our Membership Page.

KCBA members receive priority booth reservations, discounted participation fees, and networking opportunities during Canada’s largest Korean cultural festival.

Our Impact

Since its founding in 2001, KCBA has supported countless Korean entrepreneurs and business owners in successfully managing their businesses. Through educational programs, networking opportunities, and community initiatives, we enhance members’ expertise, foster cooperation, and contribute to local economic development.

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