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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7,900+
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.
2023
Making the Leap to the Executive Rank: Questions and Answers
The Association of Professional Executives (APEX) provides opportunities for learning and dialogue on the current issues facing public service executives whether they are new to the role or experienced executives. APEX would like to invite both aspiring and new executives to participate in a facilitated discussion with experienced public service leaders.
Registration Details2023
Resilience: Healthy Boundaries by Design
We all have our personal limits for what works best for us: these boundaries help us to claim what feels safe and acceptable. In this 75-minute webinar you will explore what healthy boundaries look like for you and will identify some concrete ways to reclaim your sense of agency so that you can continue to lead from a healthy and intentional place.
Registration Details2023
APEX Regional Listening Tour
APEX is partnering with federal councils for a series of in-person listening sessions. We want to hear from you!
Tour and Registration DetailsNews
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Strategic PartnersWe selectively develop public, private, and academic sectors partnerships and alliances to support critical programs and initiatives.
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