Wednesday April 10th, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. ET to 6:00 p.m. ET
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 range from small, invite-only meetings to large, public events. If you are interested in sponsoring one of our events, please reach out to Rosie Bolderston, Program Manager, Grants and Proposals.
Upcoming Events
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April102024Partner Event
April 10: Fostering the Growth of Canadian Business
Montreal, QCWednesday April 10th, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. ET to 6:00 p.m. ET
Montreal, QCWith rapid economic growth, extensive infrastructure development, and billions of potential customers, including a burgeoning middle class eager for new products and services, the Indo-Pacific region has emerged as a crucial destination for Canadian businesses looking to diversify their trade opportunities. In particular, there are great opportunities for Canadian companies in the following sectors: agri-food, infrastructure, clean technology and advanced manufacturing. But, the Indo-Pacific region is complex, and inexperienced exporters face many potential pitfalls.
This free event from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce offers an in-depth exploration of the diverse business opportunities within the Indo-Pacific region. Sessions will delve into discussions on emerging sectors, equipping Canadian businesses with the insights and solutions needed to expand their presence and thrive in these dynamic and rapidly growing markets.
Our President and CEO, Jeff Nankivell, will speak at the 'Harvesting Potential: Seizing Agri-Food Opportunities in the Indo-Pacific' panel.
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April112024Partner Event
April 11: Charting Canada’s Trade Path Amidst Growing Regionalism
Thursday April 11th, 2024 from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET
Ottawa, OntarioThursday April 11th, 2024 from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET
Ottawa, OntarioWhere
KPMG | Suite 1800, 150 Elgin Street | Ottawa, Ontario
Contact
For more information, please click here.
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute is hosting an event to discuss Canada's Trade Path Amidst Growing Regionalization.
Our Vice President, Research & Strategy, Vina Nadjibulla is speaking on the panel, 'The Future of Trade is Regional.'
Recent Events
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March262024Partner Event
March 26: A Kakehashi Alumni Network Virtual Event: Studying in Japan: Opportunities and Advantages
Tuesday, March 26 6:00-7:30 p.m. PT | 9:00-10:30 p.m. ET
Tuesday, March 26 6:00-7:30 p.m. PT | 9:00-10:30 p.m. ET
Join us to learn about the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) and opportunities for study in Japan.
JASSO is operated by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. A leader in the provision of student services, JASSO administers scholarship and loan programs, support programs for international students, and student life support programs. JASSO aims to foster creative individuals who can become the leaders of the next generation, while promoting international understanding and exchange.
This event is hosted by the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) with support from Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. The event is open to all Canadian and U.S. Kakehashi alumni. For more information about the Kakehashi Project, please visit our website.
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March212024Partner Event
March 21: The Kakehashi Project: Outcomes, Impacts and Paths Forward (An Expert Roundtable Discussion)
Thursday, March 21 6:00-8:00 p.m. PT | 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET
Thursday, March 21 6:00-8:00 p.m. PT | 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET
Where
This is an online event
Through this virtual roundtable event, Kakehashi alumni will hear from expert thought leaders from Canada and the U.S. and selected 2023-24 program participants as they exchange information and opinions on the positive impact of cultural exchange programs, particularly Kakehashi. The alumni speakers will discuss their creatively-executed post-program follow up activities with attention to their inspiration and the results of their efforts. The event will also include breakout networking opportunities.
Expert speakers include: Dr. Nkemjika Ofodile Carruthers (Mansfield Fellow and Policy & Program Advisor, U.S. Department of Education) and Steven Lapointe (Public Affairs Officer, Embassy of Canada in Japan)
This event is hosted by the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) with support from Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. The event is open to all Canadian and U.S. Kakehashi alumni.
For more information about the Kakehashi Project, please visit our website.
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March182024APF Canada Event
March 18: India’s National Elections 2024: Deciphering Foreign Policy Implications
Monday March 18th, 2024 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm PT
VancouverMonday March 18th, 2024 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm PT
VancouverContact
For more information, please email events@asiapacific.ca.
As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears likely to return to power in April-May 2024 for a third consecutive term in the country’s consequential national elections, Canadians will be watching how voters in India – the world’s largest democracy – decide not only their domestic priorities but also the nature of their expanding regional and global influence.
With a population of 1.4 billion people and an economy that is expected to become the world’s third largest by 2030, India is increasingly regarded as not just a counterbalance to China, but a self-assured global power. This panel of leading experts will explore the key dynamics of the upcoming elections and what India’s economic and geopolitical rise means for stakeholders in Canada and around the world.
4:00-4:30 – Informal networking
4:30-5:45 – Opening Remarks and Panel Discussion
Moderator: Ms. Vina Nadjibulla, VP Research & Strategy, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
Speakers:
- Mr. Michael Kugelman, Director of South Asia Institute, Wilson Center
- Prof. Reeta Tremblay, University of Victoria
- Prof. T.V. Paul, McGill University
5:45-6:15 – Audience Q & A with moderator and panellists
Michael Kugelman is Director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington, D.C. He is a columnist for Foreign Policy magazine and has also written for The New York Times, Foreign Affairs, and The Wall Street Journal. His current research focuses on the shifting geopolitics of South Asia, U.S.-India relations, and India's clean energy transition.
Reeta Tremblay is Professor Emerita of Comparative Politics in the Department of Political Science and former Provost and Vice-President at the University of Victoria. Her areas of research include secessionist movements in South Asia, the politics of subaltern resistance, democracy, and governance. She has authored several books, articles, reviews, and is widely considered the leading North American expert on Kashmir.
T.V. Paul is James McGill Professor of International Relations in the Department of Political Science at McGill University and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Author of numerous books and scholarly articles in the fields of International Relations and South Asia, his forthcoming work explores India’s ‘status quest’ in world politics (The Unfinished Quest: India’s Search for Major Power Status from Nehru to Modi, Oxford University Press, 2024).
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