News & Updates
Welcome to the Canada-Japan Society of British Columbia News page, where we share highlights, announcements, and moments from our ongoing journey in fostering Canada-Japan relations. Our news archive spans nearly two decades, offering a window into the Society’s rich history and community engagement over the years. While updates have been occasional in the past, we’re excited to share news and stories more regularly moving forward—so check back often to stay connected with what’s happening in and around the Society.
After a brief hiatus, we’re thrilled to welcome you back to the official website of the Canada-Japan Society of British Columbia (CJSBC)! Our refreshed site retains the rich history of the Society while introducing a cleaner layout, updated features, and easier access to upcoming events, membership details, and our extensive archive of news and [...]
Congratulations to Dr. Stephen Nagy, recently promoted to a full professorship at International Christian University, Tokyo, where he will continue to conduct research, teach, and engage in policy related work on Chinese/ Japanese foreign policy, middle power diplomacy and the Indo-Pacific. Originally from Calgary, Dr. Nagy addressed our Society in the summer of 2019 while [...]
Ambassador Yamanouchi - Opinion Piece Globe and Mail October 10, 2022 https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-why-now-is-the-time-to-push-for-a-free-and-open-indo-pacific/
On January 10th, 2022, Mr. Ryo Tokunaga will join the BC Tokyo Office as the Managing Director for Japan. Ryo will oversee BC’s trade and investment portfolio and further the long standing relationship with the Japanese business community.Ryo joins the BC Tokyo Office from the Embassy of Canada to Japan where he was the Senior Investment [...]
Application deadline: September 30, 2021 Program to Strengthen Livelihood and Business Foundations for Japanese Nationals Overseas and People of Japanese Descent (Nikkei) Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/cp/page22e_000949.html This Program will provide support to Japanese nationals overseas and Nikkei whose livelihoods have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Measures will be taken to prevent [...]
Dear CJSBC members,Happy Canada Day - 2021! We'd like to share with you a special, electric guitar, Canada Day greeting from Consul General Hatori of Japan's Consulate General Office in Vancouver. You can view the link on YouTube and other social medial platforms listed below.▼YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/.../UC6_St9plNvxhfBfgh2jsR9g/videosWATCH NOW: Consul General Hatori’s special CANADA DAY video message and [...]
Dear CJSBC Members, The CJSBC is pleased to share with you news of the appointment of Mr. Jeff Nankivell as the new President and CEO of APF Canada, effective September 7, 2021. Mr. Nankivell joined Canada’s Foreign Service in 1988 and has more than 30 years’ experience working on Canadian engagement in Asia, most recently [...]
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ) has just welcomed Noriko Ishida, as their new Executive Director from June 1, 2021. She had worked for a Canadian academic institution in Tokyo for eight years and has been actively involved in CCCJ activities. To ensure a smooth transition, the current Executive Director, Marie Ohashi, will [...]
