China is developing at an astonishing pace.
But across the vast territory of the world's most populous nation are mountain villages and other remote places where children are unable to receive adequate education.
To change this for the better, the China Youth Development Foundation started the Hope Project.

Be it from a lack of schools, a lack of writing materials, or any other reasons, children in remote regions are unable to continue their studies. When Canon established its manufacturing subsidiary Canon Dalian in 1995, it took the opportunity to begin giving aid to the Hope Project. In 2008 and 2009, Canon provided support with six new Canon Hope Schools throughout China. Canon has supplied funds to build and renovate schoolhouses, establish a scholarship system, and supply teaching and writing materials.

But Canon's educational aid has expanded to personal support. Canon China employees volunteer at Canon Hope Schools to conduct photo classes and other activities using digital cameras and printers in a way that greatly broadens children's perspectives. Canon is also preparing photo exhibitions and international exchanges that revolve around photography.

In the spirit of its corporate philosophy of kyosei, Canon continues its endeavors to contribute to the communities that have welcomed it with open arms.