February 9, 2026
Asia Events
Upcoming Events
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February92026APF Canada Event
February 9: Asia Business Leaders Advisory Council Annual Meeting
SingaporeShow more Show lessWhere
Singapore
Contact
If you would like to get in touch with the organizers, please contact events@asiapacific.ca.
The Asia Business Leaders Advisory Council (ABLAC) is a high-level group of Asian and Canadian business leaders established by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada in 2016.
ABLAC will meet February 9, 2026, in Singapore.
Convened annually to identify and articulate opportunities for improved Canada-Asia business engagement, the Council acts as a powerful platform for networking and business development to help catalyze stronger commercial and investment opportunities between Canada and Asia. ABLAC also aims to provide strategic information, counsel, and advice to Canadian stakeholders including representatives from the federal and provincial governments to strengthen Canada's strategic engagement with the Indo-Pacific.
This is a ‘by-invitation-only’ event.
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February102026APF Canada Event
February 10-11: Canada-in-Asia Conference 2026
February 10-11, 2026
SingaporeShow more Show lessAPF Canada's Canada-in-Asia Conference 2026 (CIAC2026) is the premier platform for connecting leaders from across Canada and Asia to tackle some of the most pressing challenges – and promising opportunities – of our time.
Taking place at the intersection of business, government, research, and innovation, this unique gathering brings together stakeholders to drive collaboration, unlock partnerships, and shape the future of Canada-Asia engagement to address real-world issues.
Join us for this flagship event on February 10-11, 2026, in Singapore where we will connect leaders from across Canada and Asia around the central pillars of food security, energy security, and infrastructure.
These pillars are critical for the global push towards sustainable growth and represent key areas in which Canadian and Asian companies, institutions, and universities can share experiences, expertise, and insights to build successful, multi-dimensional partnerships.
In conjunction with these pillars, CIAC2026 will address issues within the cross-cutting themes of geopolitics, investment, and technology.
Recent Events
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December102025APF Canada Event
December 10: Canada-in-Asia: Momentum Jakarta
Wednesday December 10th, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm (local time)
Registration starts at 9:00amAsanShow more Show lessThe Momentum Jakarta session will spotlight Canada-Indonesia collaboration in the agri-food sector, focusing on food security, innovation, and agriculture. As one of Asia's fastest-growing economies, Indonesia plays a vital role in regional food systems. This engagement will showcase Canadian expertise, highlight bilateral success stories, and build momentum toward CIAC2026 in Singapore.
Speakers:
His Excellency Jess Dutton, Ambassador of Canada to the Republic of Indonesia
Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono (Invited), Director General of International Trade of Negotiation, Ministry of Trade of Indonesia
Diedrah Kelly, Executive Director of Canada's Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office
Barrett Bingley, Asia Regional Director, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
Adhi Lukman, Chairman, GAPMMI
Gabrielle Angriani Johny, Director of Government Affairs and Corporate Communications, PepsiCo Indonesia
Devi Erna Rachmawati, Vice Chairwoman for Agriculture, Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
John Gruetzner, Research Director, Grow Indo-Pacific Canada
Insan Syafaat, Executive Director, PISAgro
Vivien Kusumowardhani, President Commissioner Sun Life Financial Indonesia
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November272025Partner Event
November 27: Canada-in-Asia: Momentum Ho Chi Minh
November 27, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. (local time)
Ho Chi Minh CityShow more Show lessWhere
Hilton Saigon Hotel, 11 Me Linh Square, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Contact
The Canada-in-Asia: Momentum Ho Chi Minh City, hosted by APF Canada in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam, is part of a milestone engagement series leading up to the Canada-in-Asia Conference (CIAC) 2026 – a premier platform connecting Canadian and Asian leaders to strengthen trade, investment, and innovation ties.
The Ho Chi Minh City session will spotlight Canada–Vietnam collaboration in the agrifood sector, focusing on food security, innovation, and agriculture.
As one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies, Vietnam plays a vital role in regional food systems. This engagement will showcase Canadian expertise, highlight bilateral success stories, and build momentum toward CIAC 2026 in Singapore.
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November262025Partner Event
November 26: Canada-India Conclave: Navigating a New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
November 26, 2025 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (local time)
New DelhiShow more Show lessCo-organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and the Council for Strategic and Defense Research, this event will feature keynote addresses and a panel discussion on Building Economic Resilience Through Technology and Innovation: India–Canada Pathways Forward.
Following the October 2025 Canada-India joint statement, the two countries have charted an ambitious roadmap that integrates trade diversification, investment, energy co-operation, and technology partnerships. This momentum can be harnessed to support joint innovations in artificial intelligence, clean technologies, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, and sustainable infrastructure.
Amid global disruptions such as supply chain vulnerabilities, geopolitical tensions, and climate challenges, this event will explore how both nations can leverage their complementary strengths and collaborative frameworks to accelerate innovation, strengthen economic ties, and foster inclusive growth.
