Through membership, individuals and organization delegates are able to join the NAJC Annual General Meeting (AGM) and general membership meetings, which are hosted virtually via Zoom. At these meetings, Individual Members and delegates of Member Organizations are able to pass motions and vote. They are also able to nominate and second Committee candidates and National Executive Board candidates during an election year. Members are able to participate in discussions and projects which are of benefit to the Japanese Canadian community. Also, within the NAJC Human Rights mandate, they may become involved in initiatives supporting Aboriginal and other racial and ethnic minority communities in Canada.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
Member Organizations
$600/year for non profit organizations or associations, with organizations receiving 10 votes.
Supporting Member Organizations
$100/year for non profit organizations or associations who wish to enjoy the benefits of affiliation, with organizations receiving 2 votes.
Individual Members
Adult (26+) $50.00/year
Senior (65+)/Youth (25 & under) $25.00/year
Individual members receive 1 vote.
We are not accepting new membership applications at this time.
Applications for the 2026 membership year are expected to open around May next year.
Membership forms must be submitted using the online form above.
Payments (as identified on the membership form) can be sent via e-transfer to [email protected] or sent by cheque made out to the National Association of Japanese Canadians to:
NAJC c/o 2236 29th Street SW Calgary, Alberta T3E 2K2
For 2025, membership applications and payments must be received by the NAJC National Office by July 19, 2025 in order for a member to be permitted to vote at the Annual General Meeting.
New members:
The NAJC is currently accepting Individual and Organizational Member applications. Please contact [email protected] if you wish to submit an application form or have questions regarding the process.
For 2025 memberships, applications and payments must be received by the NAJC National Office by July 19, 2025, for a member to be permitted to vote at the Annual General Meeting. Membership applications received after July 19, 2025, can be processed but will not be eligible to vote at the Annual General Meeting.
*Annual membership fees are subject to change.