The NAJC was shocked at the news of the January 1st earthquake in the Ishikawa Prefecture and the January 2nd tragic crash at Haneda airport. This is the time when most of us are with family and friends and enjoying special Japanese food and traditions. We offer our support and are hoping for the best. We encourage...Continue reading
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation is Canada’s leading organization dedicated to the elimination of racism and the promotion of harmonious race relations. It is committed to building a national framework for the fight against racism through knowledge sharing and community supports in the pursuit of equity, fairness, social justice and systemic change. If you are...Continue reading
The Vimy Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2024 Vimy Pilgrimage Award, another exciting educational opportunity for students (aged 14-17) across Canada. The award recognizes youth who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to their communities and consists of a fully funded, week-long educational program in Belgium and France to study the First World War....Continue reading
日系カナダ人史における12月のハイライト NAJC前会長 ロリーン・及川 2023年、全カナダ日系人協会（NAJC）は、1941年から1949年までの各月の、日系カナダ人の歴史に大切な日付のハイライトを書き記しました。特に、連邦政府の政策と、その日系カナダ人社会への影響に注目しました。
Highlights of December Dates in Japanese Canadian History By Lorene Oikawa, Past President NAJC In 2023, the National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) is reviewing the highlights of dates for each month, from the period 1941 to 1949. We are looking at the actions of government and the impact on Japanese Canadians. 1941...
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