OBITUARY

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. CHAN Chi Sun, Thomas former Chairman and current Executive Committee Member of the Hong Kong Youth Hostels Association (HKYHA), who passed away peacefully, November 8, 2026.

Mr. Chan was a visionary leader who dedicated decades of his life to public service, youth development, and heritage preservation in Hong Kong. During his ten-year tenure as Chairman of HKYHA (1995–2005), he laid the strategic foundation for the association’s modern growth. He later served as the Chairman of the YHA Mei Ho House Youth Hostel Operational Working Group, masterminding the historic revitalization of Mei Ho House into a globally recognized youth hostel and heritage museum. His immense contributions and selfless spirit will be profoundly missed and remembered by all who worked alongside him.

Hong Kong Youth Hostels Association extends its deepest last respect to Mr. Thomas Chan and heartfelt condolences to his families and friends.

Respectfully,

Hong Kong Youth Hostels Association