Intergenerational Wellness Intake 2 – Now Open for Applications International Wellness is a program stream of the Community Fund. It originates from the advocacy work of sansei community activists, and from the voices of bold young leaders across Canada. As an original program subset of seniors health and wellness, IG Wellness was first championed by Dr....Continue reading
The Eastern Canada launch of Art’s book, Gaman – Perserverence will be up-close and in-person on May 1st and 2nd. Heritage Lounge – Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Wednesday, May 1st | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Location: Heritage Lounge, Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Introduction by Mohammed Hashim of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation More details...Continue reading
NAJC is thrilled to announce that ART MIKI will be launching his new book with two special events! Here are the details: Event 1: Book Launch at NNMCC Date: Friday, April 12 Time: 7:00 pm Location: NNMCC (Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre) Event 2: Book Launch at Steveston JC Cultural Centre Date: Saturday, April...
The NAJC’s Young Leaders Committee is bringing back the Japanese Canadian Young Leaders Conference for the first time since the pandemic! The Japanese Canadian Young Leaders Conference is a weekend-long conference to connect, educate and learn from young Japanese Canadians or Nikkei involved with the Japanese Canadian community. We want to bring young community leaders...Continue reading
Webinar: The Impact and Roles of Japanese Community Centres in Canada Time: Monday, 25 March, 18:00-20:00 MDT (in person and online) Online, via Zoom (please register here: https://www.ualberta.ca/prince-takamado-japan-centre/research/ptjc-webinar-series/2023-2024.html), and also in person, at Telus Centre 134, University of Alberta, Edmonton. Refreshments will be provided. Featured presentations (to be followed by roundtable discussion) Aya Fujiwara, Department of History, Classics,...Continue reading
Attention all Japanese Canadians, community members and organizations, We would like to remind you that the deadline for applying to the NAJC Endowment Fund is fast approaching. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to secure funding for your projects and initiatives. The NAJC Endowment Fund is designed to support a wide range of endeavors...Continue reading
CANADA SUMMER JOBS POSTING – NAJC PROJECT ADMINISTRATION OFFICER The National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) is looking for a Project Administration Officer to work with the NAJC this summer. The role will be a full-time role that is expected to start May 1 and last for 2-4 months. The period of employment will be...
NAJC honors the memory of The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, whose commitment to justice and reconciliation has left an enduring legacy within the Japanese Canadian community and beyond. We are forever grateful for his role in the Redress Agreement. https://najc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/03.01.2024-NAJC-Statement-Brian-Mulroney.pdf
We’re thrilled to celebrate the release of “Seagrass,” a captivating film by the talented Japanese Canadian filmmaker, Meredith Hama-Brown. The National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) is giving away tickets for an exclusive viewing experience in Toronto (TIFF Lightbox) and Vancouver (Cineplex 5th Avenue). How to Enter: 1.Compose an email to national@najc.ca 2. Use the...Continue reading