Now available from the National Association of Japanese Canadians – Gaman – Perseverance (Talon Books) Japanese Canadians’ Journey to Justice By Art Miki This revealing memoir by the former president of the National Association of Japanese Canadians describes the long journey towards resolution for the historic injustice that deprived Japanese Canadians of their basic human...Continue reading
The John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights (JHC) and partners are proud to host Ignite Change 2023, the largest celebration for the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights. From Dec 1-10, a series of online events will amplify human rights, fostering dialogue and collaboration across diverse communities and we would like...Continue reading
November is labour film month. NAJC is happy to host the Canadian Labour International Film Festival (CLiFF) in its 15th year of providing inspiring films about workers from the world. CLiFF holds free screenings across Canada and pays fees to the filmmakers. [Added on November 22, 2023] One more free screening on Saturday November 25....
Open Letter from the Japanese Canadian Community: Urgent Call for an End to the Deadly Israel-Palestine Conflict November 17, 2023 The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, P.C., M.P., Prime Minister of Canada The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs Via Email Dear Prime Minister and Ministers: Open Letter...Continue reading
You are invited to attend the screening of the film Hold These Truths, The Gordon Hirabayashi Story. Edmonton Sun Dec 3, 2023, 7–9 pm Telus International Centre, University of Alberta, Room 134 11104 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0X8 Register for Edmonton >> Calgary Tue Dec 5, 2023, 6–9 pm Calgary Nikkei Cultural &...
McNally Robinson Booksellers Art Miki celebrates the launch of Garman Perseverance – Japanese Canadians’ Journey to Justice Hosted by Terry MacLeod Wednesday November 22, 7:00 pm Hybrid event presented live in the Atrium at McNally Robinson, Grant Park. It will also streamed live on YouTube. Arrive early to be assured of seat. Please visit the...
Intergenerational Wellness deadline extended to December 15 Okano and Murakami families, Salt Spring Island, circa 1930s. Salt Spring Island Archives. Intergenerational Wellness for families & groups Applications close December 15, 2023 Results out January 30, 2024 Intergenerational Wellness serves families and groups, providing funding to heal the intergenerational impacts that BC government actions in the...
日系カナダ人史における11月のハイライト NAJC前会長 ロリーン・及川 2023年、全カナダ人日系人協会（NAJC）は、1941年から1949年までの各月の日系カナダ人史のハイライトを見直しています。特に、政府の動きと、その日系カナダ人社会への影響に注目します。
DESCENDANTS OF WORLD WAR I AND II VETERANS UNCOVER ASTONISHING TRUTHS IN PART 2 OF THE HISTORY® CHANNEL’S, OUR WAR Two New Episodes Debut November 11 Beginning at 9 p.m. ET/PT Original Docu-Series Uncovers Heart-wrenching Sacrifices and Heroic Actions of Canadian Veterans Stream The HISTORY® Channel Content Anytime with STACKTV Photography is available here Watch...Continue reading