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Executive Career Series

Date: February 3, 2026
Type: Online

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The Art of Networking + Interviewing for Impact

CareerJoy, in partnership with APEX is proud to offer a two-part executive panel series featuring senior leaders from the public service, private sector, and not-for-profit sectors. Through two targeted sessions on networking and interviews, you will acquire diverse perspectives, practical tips, and real-world experiences to support APEX members in navigating key aspects of career growth.

Enhance your Executive Edge;

  • Hear real insights from leaders across the public, private and not-for private sectors
  • Learn what actually works when networking and interviewing at senior levels
  • Get practical, actionable tips you can apply immediately
  • Ask candid questions and gain behind-the scenes perspective
  • Strengthen your clarity, confidence, and readiness for your next career step

Event Details

Platform: Virtual – hosted on Microsoft Teams

Cost: This is a free event

Audience: All federal public service executives are welcome to register

Language: Bilingual

The Art of Networking

Explore proven, cross-sector approaches to building authentic, strategic relationships that enhance influence and open doors.

Date & Time: February 3, 2026, from 13:00 to 14:00 ET

Microsoft Teams

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Interviewing with Impact

Hear from leaders who have participated in, and led, executive selection processes. Learn how to prepare effectively, articulate your leadership value, and show up with clarity and confidence.

Date & Time: February 4, 2026, from 13:00 to 14:00 ET

Microsoft Teams Meeting

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Meet the Panelists

Our panel brings together senior leaders from across sectors, each offering distinct insights, real-world experience, and practical guidance to support your professional growth.

Catherine Decarie is the Chief People Officer at Canadian North and an experienced executive with a broad background spanning HR, legal services, communications, stakeholder engagement, ESG, and governance. A former Senior Vice President at Export Development Canada, she is also an ICF-accredited leadership coach and entrepreneur supporting leaders through change and high-performance culture development. Catherine holds advanced credentials from Columbia Business School, the University of Cambridge, and Queen’s Law.

Shelley King is the Founder and CEO of Natural Products Canada, where she has positioned the country as a global leader in the bioeconomy and supported the growth of more than 1,800 companies. With over 30 years of experience bridging science and industry, she has led NPC in delivering strategic capital to early-stage innovators and catalyzing significant economic impact across Canada. Shelley previously held senior roles in biotech, research commercialization, and innovation leadership, and holds an MSc in Medicine (Neuroscience) and an MBA from Memorial University.

Arun Thangaraj is the Deputy Minister of Transport Canada and a seasoned public service leader with extensive experience across immigration, global affairs, international development, and transportation regulation. He has held senior roles including Associate Deputy Minister at both Transport Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, and Assistant Deputy Minister and CFO at Global Affairs Canada. Arun is a Chartered Professional Accountant and holds graduate degrees in public administration and business, and is a recipient of both the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal and the King Charles III Coronation Medal.

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