Wednesday October 16th
9-10am Santiago (GMT-3) | 8-9am EDT (GMT-4)
Virtual Events
Upcoming Events
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October162024APF Canada Event
October 16: CPTPP Implementation: Progress and Impact on Trade and Investment
Wednesday October 16th
9-10am Santiago (GMT-3) | 8-9am EDT (GMT-4)
The Chile Pacific Foundation and the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada will be addressing the impact of the implementation of the CPTPP in Child, Canada, and other Asia Pacific countries, focusing on trade and investment.
Our Vice President of Research and Strategy, Vina Nadjibulla, will speak at this.
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October232024Partner Event
October 9: On the Japan Job Track: Finding Work in Japan and with Japanese Organizations
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. PT | 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET
TorontoWednesday, October 23, 2024 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. PT | 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET
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This event is open to all Japan-Canada Kakehashi Project alumni. For more information on the Project, please visit our website.
This event will provide Kakehashi alumni with an overview of programs and resources available to Canadians interested in working in Japan and with Japanese firms. Speakers will include experts from the public and private sectors speaking on opportunities available, supports in place, and how best to position yourself to enter the Japan job market. There will also be a presentation from a Kakehashi alumna on their experiences working in Japan. The presentations will be followed by Q&A.
Presentations:
- The Embassy of Japan in Canada - Working Holiday visas
- JETRO - Resources and supports available to Canadians seeking jobs in Japan
- Pasona - Finding work with Japanese firms: Preparation and expectations
- Kakehashi alum
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October92024Partner Event
October 9: Finding Your Way Back to Japan - Government Programs and Exchange Opportunities for Kakehashi Alumni
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 5:00-6:15 p.m. PT | 8:00-9:15 p.m. ET
TorontoWednesday, October 9, 2024 from 5:00-6:15 p.m. PT | 8:00-9:15 p.m. ET
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This event is open to all Japan-Canada Kakehashi Project alumni. For more information on the Project, please visit our website.
This event will provide Kakehashi alumni with an overview of programs provided by the Government of Japan to facilitate return to Japan for work in the academic field and primarily for study at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Four Japan-Canada Kakehashi Project alumni will speak about their experiences with these programs and provide first-hand information about life in Japanese schools. The presentations will be followed by Q&A.
Presentations:
- The Embassy of Japan in Canada - The JET Programme and MEXT Scholarship Program
- The Japan Foundation, Toronto - Japan Foundation Grants and Fellowships
- Hafsa Hasna Kaouache - JET Programme alumna
- Daniel Yuan Yang Qi - MEXT Scholarship alumnus
- Zachary Bélanger - University exchange alumnus
- Jessica Wing Chen - University exchange participant
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October82024Partner Event
October 9: Climate Change in Singapore: Conversations on Sustainable Futures, Knowledge Mobilizations, and Transnational Initiatives
Wednesday October 9 at 11:00 a.m. Singapore Time
Tuesday October 8 at 8:00 p.m. PT
SingaporeWednesday October 9 at 11:00 a.m. Singapore Time
Tuesday October 8 at 8:00 p.m. PT
SingaporeWant to learn more about Climate Change in Singapore? Join the Critical Malaya Studies Initiative (York University) and the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada as we bring together scholars and policy experts from Singapore to explore exciting opportunities for collaboration on climate change and sustainability advocacy in the region.
This discussion will dive into the pressing implications of climate change in Singapore such as the challenges of green transitions and heightened vulnerabilities for communities.
Participants will engage in critical conversation with the panellists to understand what it means to build a sustainable future for Singapore and regionally, particularly focusing on transnational advocacy and alternative ways for knowledge mobilization.
The discussion will also explore how domestic and international actors can support and learn from climate initiatives from Southeast Asia.
APF Canada's Program Manager, Southeast Asia, Dr. Hema Nadarajah will be participating as a panellist at this event.
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September292024Partner Event
September 29: Okinawa's Jewel: The Beauty of Iriomote Island
Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. PT | 8:30-10:30 p.m. ET
TorontoSunday, September 29, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. PT | 8:30-10:30 p.m. ET
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This event is open to all Japan-Canada Kakehashi Project alumni. For more information on the Project, please visit our website.
On behalf of the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE), APF Canada is pleased to invite Kakehashi alumni to a special online event. Okinawa’s second largest island, Iriomote is one of Japan’s best-kept secrets. Home to stunning natural beauty, Iriomote offers a unique blend of lush mangrove forests, crystal-clear waterfalls and rivers, pristine beaches, coral reefs teeming with marine life, and the rare Iriomote wildcat—an endangered species found only on the island.
Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site in 2021, the island is a paradise for eco-tourism and outdoor activities and connection with Japan’s unspoiled wilderness. Whether you’re a nature lover, an adventurer, or just looking for a serene escape, Iriomote guarantees an unforgettable experience.
