Tuesday April 29th at 9:00am to 10:00am PT
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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Upcoming Events
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April292025APF Canada Event
April 29: Outsourcing Repression: Everyday State Power in Contemporary China: Book Talk with Lynette H. Ong
CanadaTuesday April 29th at 9:00am to 10:00am PT
CanadaIn this conversation with APF Canada Senior Fellow Dr. Lynette Ong, Professor of Political Science, Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto, we will explore contemporary domestic politics in China through the lens of Prof. Ong's 2022 book, Outsourcing Repression: Everyday State Power in Contemporary China.
In Outsourcing Repression, Ong explores how the Chinese state manages to coerce and mobilize a variety of non-state actors for its own purposes. Dr. Ong will also share her perspectives on the prospects for Canada-China relations in the current geopolitical climate.
This webinar will be moderated by APF Canada Vice-President Research & Strategy Vina Nadjibulla.
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May152025Co-sponsored Event
Deepening Canada-ASEAN Security Cooperation in the Face of Geopolitical Headwinds
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Where
Room 4101, Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier East Avenue, Ottawa
Contact
Use your institutional email to register by May 9, 2025 at info@canada-asean.org.
Following the first symposium in 2024, this symposium will bring together participants from the academic, business and government sectors to discuss ways to strengthen Canada-ASEAN security cooperation in light of geopolitical challenges and prospects in Southeast Asia today for regional peace and security and upholding a rules-based international order.
This symposium will explore Canada’s approach to supporting regional security in Southeast Asia, the impact of leadership changes in Southeast Asia and beyond, and considerations for how Canada’s next government might position itself in relation to prospects in Southeast Asia for regional peace and security and upholding a rules-based international order
Recent Events
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April232025Partner Event
April 23-26: 2nd APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC II) Meeting
April 23rd to 26th, 2025
CanadaApril 23rd to 26th, 2025
CanadaWhere
Toronto
Contact
Private event and by invitation only
The 2nd APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC II) Meeting for 2025 will be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
ABAC is a private sector body consisting of up to three business leaders from each APEC economy. The Council provides recommendations and advice to APEC leaders and officials on the business sector’s priorities and concerns within the region.
APF Canada serves as the Secretariat for Canada’s APEC Business Advisory Council members, Janet De Silva (ABAC Canada Member 2019-present; Chair, ABAC Digital Innovation Task Force) and Joseph Fung (ABAC Canada Member 2021-present; Vice Chair, APEC Policy Partnership on Food Security). The Foundation provides research, analysis, and administrative support and leverages its expertise and networks to help members promote Canadian business interests in key areas for the growth and prosperity of the Asia Pacific region.
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April92025Co-sponsored Event
April 9: Canada Asia Business Forum 2025
Wednesday April 9th, 2025 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm ET
TorontoWednesday April 9th, 2025 from 5:30pm to 9:00pm ET
TorontoWhere
Gowling WLG Toronto
100 King St W Suite 1600, Toronto, ON M5X 1G5Contact
For more information, please click here.
Join us for an evening filled with exciting opportunities to network, learn, and grow your business connections between Canada and Asia.
The forum will feature insightful and interactive panel presentations, questions and discussions, and valuable networking sessions. Whether you are a corporate executive, venture entrepreneur, investor, or strategic advisor, this event is perfect for anyone looking to expand their reach in the international market.
Don't miss out on this incredible chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights into the world of business in Canada and Asia.
APF Canada's Vice-President Research & Strategy Vina Nadjibulla will be speaking at this event on Canada's economic opportunities in the Indo-Pacific.
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April42025Partner Event
April 4: Western Canada-India Leaders Summit
Friday April 4th, 2025 from 9:00am to 1:30pm PT
VancouverFriday April 4th, 2025 from 9:00am to 1:30pm PT
VancouverWhere
Vancouver
Contact
By Invitation Only
Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada's Vice-President, Research & Strategy Vina Nadjibulla will be speaking on the panel on Overcoming the Challenge of 'Brand Canada' While Recruiting and Building Research Partnerships at the Western Canada-India Leaders Summit.
This is an invitation-only event.
Invitation List
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