Events

Supporting research, knowledge-sharing, and dialogue through meetings, conferences, and other events

The Foundation hosts events throughout the year with guest speakers from a variety of countries, sectors, organizations, and backgrounds who share their expertise on specific topics in roundtable settings. External meetings and conferences take place across the country and throughout Asia and range from small, invite-only meetings to large, public events. 

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If you are interested in sponsoring one of our events, please reach out to Rosie Bolderston, Senior Program Manager, Grants and Proposals.

Upcoming Events

  • July
    17
    2025
    Partner Event

    July 17: India–Canada Business Roundtable

    Thursday July 17 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Eastern Time

    Canada

    Organized against the backdrop of Canada’s newly-elected federal government and positive signals from India, this closed-door dialogue is designed to renew momentum in bilateral engagement by fos...

    Thursday July 17 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Eastern Time

    Canada

    Where

    Ottawa

    Contact

    This is an invitation-only event.

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    Organized against the backdrop of Canada’s newly-elected federal government and positive signals from India, this closed-door dialogue is designed to renew momentum in bilateral engagement by fostering thoughtful exchange across the diplomatic, policy, and business domains.

    This gathering will bring together a curated group of senior stakeholders to examine shared strategic priorities and advance practical avenues of co-operation in the India-Canada economic corridor. 

    APF Canada's Vice President, Research and Strategy, Vina Nadjibulla, will join the panel along with distinguished experts including Ambassador Ajay Bisaria (former High Commissioner of India to Canada) and Ambassador Nadir Patel (former High Commissioner of Canada to India), as well as special guests Marie-Louise Hannan, Director General - South Asia, Global Affairs Canada, and Chinmoy Naik, Acting High Commissioner of India to Canada.

     

  • September
    22
    2025
    Partner Event

    September 22: Arctic Security Conference

    Monday September 22 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Mountain Time

     

    Canada

    KAS Canada, the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, and Canadian Institute for Arctic Security are hosting a two-day conference composed of different panels focusing on the energy sector, Indigenous...

    Monday September 22 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Mountain Time

     

    Canada

    Where

    Sternwheeler Conference Centre
    Whitehorse, Yukon

    Contact

    For more information, please click here. 

    KAS Canada, the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, and Canadian Institute for Arctic Security are hosting a two-day conference composed of different panels focusing on the energy sector, Indigenous communities' presence, defence sector challenges, and the Pacific view of the Arctic, with a war-gaming session in which you can observe a realistic scenario of climate risks. 

    APF Canada's Vice-President Research & StrategyVina Nadjibulla will be speaking at this conference. 

Recent Events

  • July
    10
    2025
    Partner Event

    July 10: 14th ASEAN-Canada FTA Trade Negotiating Committee Stakeholder Engagement Event

    Friday July 10th, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Malaysia Time

    Malaysia

    Co-organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Global Affairs Canada, this dialogue will bring together academics, business leaders, civil society, and policy experts to examine the ASEA...

    Friday July 10th, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Malaysia Time

    Malaysia

    Where

    Invite Only Event

    Co-organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Global Affairs Canada, this dialogue will bring together academics, business leaders, civil society, and policy experts to examine the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade (ACAFTA) negotiation process and broaden understanding of the Agreement’s potential benefits and shared vision for deeper Canada-ASEAN economic co-operation.

  • July
    9
    2025
    Partner Event

    July 9: Canada–Republic of Korea Track 1.5 Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence

    Thursday July 9th at 8:30am to 5:30pm Korea Time

    The 1st Canada–Republic of Korea Track 1.5 Dialogue on Advanced Technology: Artificial Intelligence will be held on July 9, 2025 in Seoul, South Korea, organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of...

    Thursday July 9th at 8:30am to 5:30pm Korea Time

    Where

    Invite Only Event

    The 1st Canada–Republic of Korea Track 1.5 Dialogue on Advanced Technology: Artificial Intelligence will be held on July 9, 2025 in Seoul, South Korea, organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, the Science and Technology Policy Institute of Korea, and the Embassy of Canada to the Republic of Korea. 

    The goal of this Track 1.5 Dialogue is to deepen co-operation and understanding among key stakeholders from Canada and South Korea on AI governance, adoption, and commercialization. 

    Download the Program Here

    By sharing each country’s experiences in AI research, regulatory frameworks, and market applications, the Dialogue will foster relationships among government officials, business leaders, and academic experts. 

    Read the Background Note Here

    Through these discussions, participants will develop actionable recommendations for bilateral initiatives, offering valuable input to APEC and G7 agendas and strengthening the innovation and technology pillar of the Canada–South Korea Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

    Info: info@asiapacific.ca

  • July
    7
    2025
    Partner Event

    July 7: Indo-Pacific Geopolitics and Southeast Asia Under Trump 2.0

    Monday July 7th, 2025 from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Manila Time

    Tuesday July 8th, 2025 from 8:45am to 1:00pm Manila Time

    Manila

    The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is co-organizing a research symposium on July 7 and 8, in partnership with the CÉRIUM Chair in Asian and Indo-Pacific Studies and the Third World Studies Cent...

    Monday July 7th, 2025 from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Manila Time

    Tuesday July 8th, 2025 from 8:45am to 1:00pm Manila Time

    Manila

    Where

    Manila, the Philippines

    Contact

    For more informaiton, please contact twsc.updiliman@up.edu.ph. 

    The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is co-organizing a research symposium on July 7 and 8, in partnership with the CÉRIUM Chair in Asian and Indo-Pacific Studies and the Third World Studies Center of the University of the Philippines, as part of our Joint Research Grant.

    APF Canada speakers at this event include:

    • Alexandre Veilleux, Advisor, Research & Communications (Montreal)
    • Don McLain Gill, Indo-Pacific Research Fellow
    • Dr. Erik Martinez Kuhonta, John H. McArthur Research Fellow
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If you are interested in learning more or would like to be included on our invitation list, please send your contact details to events@asiapacific.ca