What we do
We provide strategic advocacy, research, professional development and advisory services to the executives of the Public Service of Canada.
Why WE DO IT
We are driven to provide executives with opportunities to develop a strong community of practice, enhance their physical and mental well-being, and support excellence in leadership.
OUR BRAND PROMISE
Together and individually, we are committed to excellence, trusted service, and meeting the needs of our executive leaders.
HOW APEX SUPPORTS YOU
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7,300+
Executive
Community -
98%
Satisfaction with
Advisory Services -
135
Awards of Excellence
Granted -
10,000+
Executives
Inducted -
6,500
Professional Development Participants
INDIVIDUALS & LEADERS IN PUBLIC SERVICEWe are individuals with our own stories to tell, our own background, our own lives, our own communities, our own weaknesses, our own great potential. And we are leaders and therefore teachers and models of balance, of courtesy and compassion, of work ethic, of principle, knowing and teaching the basics.
IAN SHUGARTClerk of the Privy Council,
Remarks at the 2019 APEX Leadership Symposium.
Executive SupportOur work is built around three Centres of Excellence along with providing resources and tools to assist executives on their career journey.
Upcoming Events
Throughout the year, we offer national and regional events.
2021
APEX Annual General Meeting
The 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Members of the Association of Professional Executives of the Public Service of Canada (APEX) will be held on Tuesday, October 5th from noon to 1:00 pm (Eastern Daylight Time). In light of ongoing public health measures and in the interest of safeguarding our membership, the meeting will be held via teleconference and webinar.
APEX members who wish to participate in the AGM must register in advance by October 4th.
2021
APEX Leadership Series - Real Talk
Our Theme is Leadership Self-Care and EX Wellness. The topic: Some Things Are Worth Fighting For! Creating a Culture of Productive Conflict. A Virtual Real Talk Session with New York bestselling author Dr. Liane Davey. An inspirational session targeted to Federal executives (EX-01 to EX-05) across Canada and abroad.
Registration Details2021
APEX Leadership Series - Technology and Public Policy
Join us for an exciting virtual APEX Public Policy Series event from 13:30-14:30 on Tuesday, October 19 entitled, Relentless Adaptation: 4 Technology Trends that Are Accelerating in 2021, featuring Amber MacArthur, award-winning author, podcast host, and strategist.
Registration Details2021
The Recognition of Entry to the Executive Ranks
On November 17, 2021, APEX will recognize and celebrate more than 750 newly appointed executives of the public service of Canada. The theme of this virtual event, “The Power of An Opportunity”, speaks to the potential these new executives have to seize opportunities to serve Canadians with pride and excellence. Keynotes from the Clerk of the Privy Council, the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Chief Medical Officer of British Columbia, and the Captain of Canada’s 2021 Olympic Gold medal-winning Women’s Soccer Team, are highlights of this event. Attendance is by invitation only.
More Details2021
Executive Insights Series
More Information Coming Soon
News
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EXECUTIVE CAREER
New Executives’ Dialogue: Building the Next Generation of Public Service Leadership
July 19, 2021
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Strategic PartnersWe selectively develop public, private, and academic sectors partnerships and alliances to support critical programs and initiatives.
Our 2021 Summit and Awards of Excellence Sponsors
Our Affinity Partners
