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Mon Dec 20, 2010 APEX Chairman to Speak at the Arts and Letters Club of Toronto

APEX Chairman, Dr. Paul J. Perron was invited to give lectures at the Arts and Letters Club of Toronto on November 30, 2010, on the topic of Manipulation and Conversion of the Huron Nation: the Jesuit 'Relations' of 1632-1649. The Arts and Letters Club of Toronto, founded in 1908, is the oldest literary and cultural institution in English Canada. Dr. Perron has been known for his works in the areas of French literatures and has been invited to lecture widely in North America, Europe and Asia on the topics regarding New France literature, 19th and 20th century French and Québec literatures.


Mon Nov 22, 2010 APEX Chairman and Delegation Visited Taiwan University and Chengchi University

APEX Chairman Paul J. Perron and delegation visited Taiwan University and Chengchi University on October 13 and October 15, 2010 respectively. Chairman Perron met with the students, discussed with university faculty and senior administrators on the success and expansions of past and current cooperation, exchanged ideas on future collaboration initiatives; as well as participated a colloquium by speaking on the topic of Description and Portraiture in Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, and gave a speech to the students on How to succeed in North American education system.


Fri Sept 10, 2010 APEX Chairman to visit Harbin Normal University

By invitation, APEX Chairman, Dr. Paul J. Perron will visit Harbin Normal University on September 22, 2010. This will be Chairman Perron’s first visit to Harbin Normal University. Visit will include meetings with University officials to discuss possible academic collaborations as well as a talk to its entire student body and faculty on Higher Education in North American and Internationalization of Education.


Thu Jan 8, 2009University of Toronto English Language Program

APEX Honour Society is proud to present our newest academic partner - the University of Toronto English Language Program. The University of Toronto English Language Program, as one of the oldest English as a Second Language instruction provider in North America, is committed to provide superior courses and lesson plans to students and various groups of different English level. With its communicative approach to teaching, ELP provides dynamic and engaging learning environments for students to truly grasp the different areas of English learning. Members who wish to learn more about this program, please contact studyabroad@apexsociety.ca.


Wed Dec 17, 2008Happy Holidays!

APEX Honour Society would like to wish its members, honorary members, and international partners a joyous Holiday Season, as well as a New Year of happiness and prosperity.

Members please note that you might experience delays in your email responses and service requests on December 24, 25, 26 2008 and January 1, 2009 as our headquarter office is closed for the Holiday.


Mon Nov 10, 2008Introducing APEX Readership Program

APEX Honour Society is pleased to present the APEX Readership Program. A program developed to facilitate quality reading and to cultivate English language skills for members whose English is their Second Language. As Sarah Margaret Fuller, an American Author and Philosopher proclaimed, "Today a reader; tomorrow a leader". Reading is a gateway to knowledge and essential to success. Reading inspires critical and creative thinking. Reading enables us to travel through space and time to talk to a philosopher, to meet a great thinker and to learn from the author. For each particular book, APEX will offer activities related to the theme of the book, which may include: discussion questions, essay competitions, seminars delivered by professional experts, interactive workshops hosted by APEX Honorary Members or on-line forum for members to exchange their opinions.

If you are interested in participating in this program, please email to events@apexsociety.ca.


Mon Oct 20, 2008APEX Honour Society Membership Certificates

Your membership certificates are now ready for pick up at your respective Chapter Offices. Please check your emails for detailed information. Members who have not yet received their certificates, and did not receive this email should contact us at membership@apexsociety.ca.


Fri Aug 1, 2008Welcome New Chapter

It is with great honour that APEX Honour Society welcomes the University of Hong Kong as the newest addition to its Chapter family. APEX and the University of Hong Kong share the same visions of promoting academic excellence, developing personal strengths and instilling integrity. Both institutions create encouraging environments to allow individuals to challenge themselves intellectually and personally, to inspire creativity and leadership, to fulfill their utmost potential and to be a responsible citizen of today's global village. We look forward to our future collaborations. The Hong Kong University, welcome.

Thur Feb 14, 2008Resume Critiquing by Email

A resume is an important tool that outlines your skills and experiences allowing your potential employers or graduate schools to see how you can contribute to the workplace or the institution. This new APEX program will allow members to get expert advice and have their resumes critiqued by professionals. One-on-one or phone session can also be arranged for members who like to further discuss their resume. Members who wish to participate, please email your resume to events@apexsociety.ca, and state your APEX Membership number in the subject field of the email.


Fri Feb 1, 2008APEX mourns the passing of Dr. Jin Wu

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Dr. Jin Wu due to cancer of the ampulla of vater on January 14, 2008, age 74. Dr. Jin Wu had been an Honorary Member of APEX since 2005 and was the keynote speaker of 2006 APEX Induction Ceremony in Taipei. He had been President of National Cheng Kung University (1994-1996), Minister of Education of the Republic of China (1996-1998), and Academician of Academia Sinica in Taiwan. Dr. Wu's commitment of academic excellence, intellectual leadership and integrity will be missed by APEX and academic communities alike.

Members who wish to express their condolences to Dr. Jin Wu's family are encouraged to do so by email to membership@apexsociety.ca. APEX will forward your letters to the family.


Mon Jan 14, 2008Welcome APEX New Corporate Partners

APEX Honour Society would like to welcome its new Corporate Partners who will assist APEX to provide the best possible benefits and services to its members.

Sheraton Taipei Hotel (台北喜來登大飯店)
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai (上海四季大酒店)

APEX carefully selects its corporate partners. They are industry leading companies who support and recognize the missions and visions of APEX Honour Society.


Wed Nov 28, 2007APEX Honour Society Membership Certificates

Your membership certificates are now ready for pick up at your respective Chapter Offices. Please check your emails for detailed information. Members who have not yet received their certificates, but did not receive this email should contact us at membership@apexsociety.ca.


Mon Jul 9, 2007Business Etiquette Workshop *Encore Session*

National Taipei University, Taiwan
July 19, 2007

As requested by many of its members, APEX is adding another session of this popular workshop.

Business etiquette is more than being courteous and polite. It is about projecting an image of professionalism and credibility that allows others to instil their confidence, trust, and respect in you. It is also a powerful and practical skill when it comes to getting a job, keeping a job, and succeeding in a job. This interactive workshop will help you develop and sharpen your business etiquette, by enhancing your professional identity and learning how to act in any business situation to leave a positive and lasting first impression.

Detailed information can be found at your members only secure website. You have to be a member of APEX Honour Society to sign up for this event. Please log on to register.


Mon Jul 9, 2007Unlocking The Mystery of Wine

National Taipei University, Taiwan
August 6, 2007

"The 1855 Classification was created to present the most famous Bordeaux wines at the Paris Universal exhibition. The responsibility for drawing it up was given by the Bordeaux Chamber of Commerce to the "Bordeaux Trade Brokers". The idea was to establish a classification based on many years of trade experience, which was the recognition for each estate of its Terroir and reputation. The Classification was the confirmation of an existing market and the evolution over more than a century." Do you know how the properly read the label of a wine bottle? What is a vintage? What are good vintages? How to pair wine with food (it is more than just red meat with red wine and white meat with white wine)? What is a decanter? Do all wines need to be decanted? In this fun and interactive workshop, a wine specialist from Crown Cellar Enterprise Co. Ltd., will introduce the basics about wine so that you too can be a wine connoisseur at a social function.


Wed May 30, 2007Welcome APEX Members to the University of Toronto!

APEX would like to welcome members from the National Taiwan University Chapter, National Chengchi University Chapter and National Taipei University Chapter to the University of Toronto International Summer Program from July 1, 2007 to August 20, 2007. This program is designed to provide participants with an opportunity to study at Canada's top leading University, experience Toronto, one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the world, improve English writing and speaking skills and immerse with North American students. Members who are admitted into this program, welcome! APEX looks forward to serve you in Toronto!


Wed May 30, 2007Business Etiquette Workshop

Business Etiquette Workshop
University of Toronto, Canada
July 27, 2007

Business etiquette is more than being courteous and polite. It is about projecting an image of professionalism and credibility that allows others to instil their confidence, trust, and respect in you. It is also a powerful and practical skill when it comes to getting a job, keeping a job, and succeeding in a job. This interactive workshop will help you develop and sharpen your business etiquette, by enhancing your professional identity and learning how to act in any business situation to leave a positive and lasting first impression.

Detailed information can be found at your members only secure website. You have to be a member of APEX Honour Society to sign up for this event. Please log on to register. APEX members in Asia who are coming to the University of Toronto International Summer Program are strongly encouraged to participate at this event.


Thur May 24, 2007Welcome APEX New Corporate Partners

APEX Honour Society would like to welcome its new Corporate Partners who will assist APEX to provide the best possible benefits and services to its members.

Chein Chi Corporation (千琪運動廣場)
Fu Bon Financial (富邦集團)
The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai (波特曼嘉麗酒店)
Yuanta Core Pacific Securities(元大京華證券)

APEX carefully selects its corporate partners. They are industry leading companies who support and recognize the missions and visions of APEX Honour Society.


Mon Apr 16, 2007New APEX Member Benefits and Services

New APEX Member Benefits and Services

To better serve APEX members in the Far East, APEX will be launching a series of service and benefits called "APEX Remote Benefit and Services". This initiative was taken by the APEX Membership Team to provide a more convenient and accessible opportunity for members to take advantage of some of the activities and events APEX offers. To start off this new initiative, APEX is proud to present the "English by Phone" program.

English by Phone

Improve your English conversation skills through telephone. Let APEX call you as often as you want for a 15 to 30 minute session to help you brush up your English conversation skills. Members who wish to register for this service, please send your request to events@apexsociety.ca.


Tue Sep 19, 2006APEX Website Gets a Makeover

The APEX website is currently being renovated. Please excuse its appearance until it is completed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. In the mean time, let us know what you think about our new look and features!


Fri Mar 10, 2006National Taipei University Joins APEX

On March 9, 2006, a Signing Ceremony was held, marking an agreement between APEX Honour Society and National Taipei University (NTPU), making NTPU the latest chapter to join APEX. More information about the ceremony is available from the NTPU website.


Wed Mar 01, 2006APEX Chairman Teaches in Taiwan

In collaboration with the Government of Taiwan, Dr. Paul Joseph Perron, the Chairman of APEX Honour Society, has been invited by the National Science Council of Taiwan to serve as a Visiting Professor for the National Central University, Department of French for one semester beginning in February 2006.


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