1 2014 -15 JCCC Board of Directors President Gary Kawaguchi Past President/Advisor Marty Kobayashi VP, Heritage Jan Nobuto VP, ManagementAnn Ashley SecretarySharon Marubashi TreasurerChris Reid DirectorsKen Fukushima Anzu Hara Chris Hope Warren Kawaguchi Karen Kuwahara Lorene Nagata Christine Nakamura Cary Rothbart Ross Saito Nao Seko Tak Yoshida 2 JCCC Events 3 Toronto Japanese Film Festival 4-6 JCCC News 系 7 Heritage & Sedai News 文 11 Legacy Update 15-16 Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre Inscriptions 17-20 日本語紙面 日 化 AdvisorsMackenzie Clugston (Ambassador of Canada to Japan) Sid Ikeda Miki Kobayashi Mickey Matsubayashi Steve Oikawa Connie Sugiyama JCCC Foundation Chair Shari Hosaki 会 館 James Heron Executive Director [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.224 員 Kathy Tazumi Accounting/General Administration Manager [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.229 及 Christine Takasaki Community Events Coordinator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.221 び Haruko Ishihara Community Rentals Coordinator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.228 ス Christine Seki Corporate Rentals/Programming and Business Development [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.231 タ ッ Sally Kumagawa Donations/Memberships/Classes Database Administrator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.223 Yuki Hipsh Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.235 Sandy Chan Executive Assistant/Newsletter & Website [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.226 Maki Klotz Receptionist/Office Assistant [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.227 Elizabeth Fujita Heritage and Sedai Project [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.303 Constantin Dutescu Operations and Technical Coordinator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext. 222 The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Newsletter Editors: James Heron, Kathy Tazumi, Sandy Chan Japanese Section: Maki Klotz, Haruko Ishihara, Sandy Chan Cover Picture: Sakura by Mark Yungblut 2 Calendar of Events 役 JCCC Staff JCCC Reception Desk [email protected] In This Issue... フ April May June Fri Fri Sat Sun Mon Thu Wed Sat Sun Thurs 3 10 11 12 13 16 22 25 26 30 JCCC closed -Good Friday Rakugo with Sansho Nakamura Karaoke Club Kumihimo Workshop Manju Workshop Tsugaru Shamisen & Taiko Concert Origami Workshop Karaoke Club Manju Bee Movie Night - A Boy and his Samurai Sat2 Sun 10 Mon 18 Thu 21 Sat 23 Mon 25 Wed 27 Sat 30 Bazaar Kumihimo Workshop JCCC closed -Victoria Day Movie Night - Kanzaburo Karaoke Club Manju Workshop Origami Workshop Sakura Gala Thu Sat Sat Fri Sat Toronto JFF opening Karaoke Club Karaoke Club Toronto JFF closing Nagata Shachu Concert 11 13 20 26 27 SUBMISSION DEADLINE Deadline for the May 2015 issue is Friday April 10, 2015. 5月号の締め切りは2015年4月10日(金) です。 Your news is welcome! Please contact: [email protected] tel 416-441-2345 ext.226 KOJI YAMAGUCHI - Tsugaru Shamisen YOSHIHIKO FUEKI - Taiko 2015 North American Tour Live Concert @ JCCC Kobayashi Hall Rakugo Performance by Sansho Nakamura – “Matsuyama Kagami (Mirror)” Koji Yamaguchi will be back with his shamisen at the JCCC along with international taiko performer Yoshihiko Fueki. Rakugo is coming to the JCCC this Spring! Sansho Nakamura will be coming to the JCCC from Kumamoto, Japan. He will perform “Matsuyama Mirror” in Japanese first, followed by the English version. Each performance is about 30 minutes. Date: Friday April 10, 2015 Time: 7:00pm Admission: $5.00 (JCCC members); $7 (General) *Reservation required. Please call JCCC reception at 416-4412345 ext.222 to reserve your seat. Greetings from Sansho Nakamura: "I'm Sansho Nakamura, a rakugo artist visiting from Kumamoto, Japan. Rakugo is a traditional Japanese storytelling art form which has been performed for over 400 years. In the stories of Rakugo, various kinds of people live together - sometimes quarrelling, sometimes helping each other. Rakugo depicts scenes of human life, and provides an occasion for audience to laugh at their own foolishness, and also appreciate the charming and humane parts of us all. The featured story for this event is "Matsuyama mirror". The story takes place a long time ago in Matsuyama village. At that time, mirrors were not yet widely available. One day, a farmer named Shousuke saw a mirror without knowing what it was... Please come to this special performance to listen to the rest of the story unfold in both English and in Japanese." Date: Time: Tickets: Thursday April 16, 2015 7:00pm $22.12 (+HST) for members and students $26.55 (+HST) for non-members Tickets can be purchased at JCCC reception in person or by phone at 416-441-2345 ext 222. Tickets can also be purchased online through ticketweb at www.ticketweb.ca Yoshihiko Fueki - Studied Japanese musical instruments from a young age, and was involved in the start up of the taiko group, Dacunto. Since then he has been introducing Japanese taiko within and outside of Japan through solo concerts and workshops. He belongs to various Japanese musical groups and enjoys collaborating with musicians from different music genres. Koji Yamaguchi - Under his grandmother’s (shamisen teacher) influence, he became a performer celebrated not only in Japan but also internationally, and teaches shamisen at his own school, Yamaguchi Koji Sangenkai all over Japan. Yamaguchi has been the recipient of numerous awards throughout Japan. He is also a member of the famous shamisen group Hayate, with Kenichi Yoshida of international superstar Yoshida Brothers as its producer. 3 Toronto Japanese Film Festival Announces 2015 Line-Up The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s 4th annual Toronto Japanese Film Festival has announced its line-up for 2015. The Toronto Japanese Film festival is dedicated to showcasing the finest Japanese films that have been recognized for excellence by Japanese audiences and critics, international film festival audiences and the Japanese Film Academy. The 2015 festival will be held from Thursday June 11, 2015 to Friday June 26, 2015 and will feature 19 films including many North American and Canadian premieres. Some highlights include: - The North American premiere of Masayuki Suo’s (Shall We Dance?, A Terminal Trust) geisha version of My Fair Lady, LADY MAIKO starring Mone Kamishiraishi, Hiroki Hasegawa and Tamiyo Kusakari. Director Suo and star Tamiyo Kusakari will be here as guest of the festival to introduce the film and take questions at our closing reception. - The North American premiere of Masato Harada’s (Climber’s High, Chronicle of my Mother) KAKEKOMI, a charming Edo-era comedy-drama that could just as easily be titled :Divorce, Samurai Style!” Starring Yo Oizumi, Erika Toda and Hikari Mistushima. - The Toronto premiere of Yuya Ishii’s THE VANCOUVER ASAHI with Satoshi Tsumabuki, Kazuya Kamenashi and Mitsuki Takahata - The North American premiere of Daihachi Yoshida’s (The Kirishima Thing) thriller PALE MOON starring Rie Miyazawa (who won the Best Actress at the Japanese Academy Awards), Sousuke Ikematsu and Yuko Oshima - The North American premiere of A SAMURAI CHRONICLE, based on Rin Hamuro’s Naoki Prize winning novel and nominated for 10 Japanese Academy Awards. Starring Koji Yakusho, Mieko Harada, Junichi Okada, Maki Horikita - The North America premiere Ryuichi Hiroki’s May-December romance, HER GRANDDAUGHTER featuring stand-out performances by Nana Eikura, Etsushi Toyokawa and Sakura Ando - The Canadian premiere of Kazuyoshi Kumakiri’s shocking MY MAN, a chilling Japanese spin on Lolita staring Tadanobu Asano and Fumi Nikaido and winner of Best Film and Best Actor at the 36th Moscow International Film Festival; Best Film, Mainichi Film Awards. Other films include Momoko Ando’s 0.5MM, Setsuro Wakamatsu’s SNOW ON THE BLADES, , Shinobu Yaguchi’s WOOD JOB, Mipo O’s THE SUN SHINES ONLY THERE, Hideki Takeuchi’s THERMAE ROMAE II, Takahiro Miki’s HOT ROAD and Tomo Goda’s BEING BORN – TOGETHER FOREVER. This year's festival will also include screenings at Vancouver’s National Nikkei Heritage Museum and Cultural Centre. Tickets go on sale May 4 with five and ten-film pass buyers receiving valuable gift packages form Shiseido Canada. Please check our website www.torontojff.com for more details. More in our next newsletter. 4 APRIL MOVIE A Boy and his Samurai Director Yoshihiro Nakamura’s (Fish Story, Snow White Murder Mystery) delicious time travel comedy chronicles the adventures of Kijima Yasube, a samurai who accidentally travels through time from Edo-era Japan to present-day Japan where he meets a single working mother Hiroko and her young son Tomoya. He soon finds he has a rare gift that will allow him to thrive in the modern world…as a Pastry Chef! The three begin to bond as a family but the time for Yasube to say “goodbye” and return to the Edo period is drawing close… Hilarious, sweet and earnest, starring Ryo Nishikido, Rie Tomosaka and Fuku Suzuki. Based on a manga by Gen Araki. Date: Thursday April 30, 2015 Time: 7:00pm Tickets: $8 (JCCC Members), $10 (General) Tickets can be purchased at JCCC Reception, or at 416-441-2345 ext.222. Kamp Kodomo Summer Sessions Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the all the summer fun at the JCCC!!! Kamp Kodomo’s summer session has started registration. Join us for a busy week filled with sessions covering a wide range of activities including martial arts, ikebana, origami, folklore, language, and so much more! The camp operates from 9:00am to 4:30pm from Monday to Friday. Sessions will run on July 6 – 10, July 13 – 17, and July 20 – 24. Fees for this program are $200 per child for a 5-day session. A 10 % discount will be applied for JCCC family members and additional children from the same family will receive a 5% discount. If you register before April 30th, you get the earlybird pricing of just $180 per child! Extended camp care is available from 8:00am to 9:00am and from 4:30pm to 6:00 pm with an additional cost of $35 per session. Camp fees cover all materials, two nutritious snacks per day, and a special activity each week. Campers are required to bring a lunch and drink. Registration has already begun and the registration deadline is Friday June 26, 2015 and Kamp Kodomo’s maximum attendance is 20 children per session. For more information or to register, please consult the enclosed flyer, call 416-441-2345 or check the website at www.jccc.on.ca. New!! Seniors’ Supper Club The Seniors’ Supper Club is a new club being offered through Heritage for those seniors interested in learning more about cooking for one!! We are planning six monthly sessions starting in April where participants will experience and learn: • Hands-on preparation of a meal where participants will prep the ingredients, cook the food, and enjoy the supper together. • What to look for when purchasing ingredients and shopping for value and quality • How to prepare ingredients • Basic food safety for food preparation, storage, freezing, and “best before date” usage • Nutrition tips • Cooking techniques Each session will run from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, and costs $20.00 per participant to a maximum of 12 participants per session. Each session will include a demo chef, cooking assistants, a handout which will include the list of all of the ingredients required, equipment needed to prepare the meal, the recipe with cooking directions, preparation times, and cooking & healthy eating tips. Please look for the insert flyer in this newsletter or at the reception desk to sign up for each session. JCCC ANNUAL BAZAAR The JCCC Annual Bazaar committee is busy organizing our biggest one-day fundraiser of the year! So mark your calendar for Saturday May 2, 2015 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Please note the new starting time of noon this year! We are opening a half hour earlier. You don’t want to arrive and find that all the best bargains are gone!! As usual, the Annual Bazaar is a shopping extravaganza with great deals on Noritake tableware, logoware, lawn accessories, gardening items, baked goods, etc., plus lots of white/pink elephant treasures and of course our Silent Auction with some great products to bid on. There will also be lots of food for sale such as sushi, udon, tempura - for take home or dining in while you take a break from your shopping spree. If this is your first time attending, remember to stop at the bank on the way over. Most sales are cash only and we don’t have an ATM on site. Don’t let a lack of ready cash hold you back from getting that fabulous bargain! Please come and support your JCCC! We welcome donations of all kinds – baked goods (including cakes, pies, cookies, squares, etc), Japanese food (including manju, sekihan, chiraishi, bentos, etc), white elephant, new products, etc. Non-perishable donations can be dropped off at the JCCC reception desk anytime. Perishable donations that can be refrigerated can be accepted on May 1st and of course on the 2nd. While we appreciate everyone’s generosity, we are unable to accept any clothing donations. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Christine Takasaki at 416-441-2345 ext.221 or christinet@jccc. on.ca. Date: Saturday May 2, 2015 Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Admission: Free Bazaar Volunteering Opportunities We have many opportunities for volunteers. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Types of work in need of volunteer help are as follows: Manju Bee - Sunday April 26, 2015 (10:00am - 4:00pm) - No experience is necessary. This is an opportunity for people to learn how to make a few different types of manju (red bean Japanese sweets). Volunteer sign up deadline: Tuesday April 21, 2015 Preparation Day - Friday May 1, 2015 (All day) • Assist with setting up booths and the areas for sales • Making Inarizushi and some light food Volunteer sign up deadline: Tuesday April 28, 2015 (Anytime between 9:30am to approximately 7pm) (12:30pm to 5pm) Sushi Bee - Saturday May 2, 2015 (7:00am- ) - Experienced people welcome! In order to offer the best quality sushi possible, we will be rolling the sushi in the morning before the doors open. Volunteer sign up deadline: Tuesday April 28, 2015 During Bazaar - Saturday May 2, 2015 • Parking Attendant (10am-1pm, 12pm-3pm) • Crowd Control at the door (11am-3pm) • Eco bag sales crew (11pm-4:30pm) • Food Booth (10am-5pm) • Kitchen Help (9am-2pm, 11am-5pm) • Waiter/ Waitress (11am-5pm) • Clean-up (3pm-7pm) And many more! Volunteer sign up deadline: Tuesday April 28, 2015 Sign up is available online at www.jccc.on.ca/en/volunteer/ Or you can contact Yuki Hipsh at [email protected], or 416-441-2345 ext.235 6 Spring Festival 2015 After a February that was the coldest in recorded history, Torontonians were desperate for any sign that Spring was on the way. This must have been the reason why thousands of visitors flocked to the JCCC for its annual Spring Festival/ Haru Matsuri. Upon entering the building, visitors were awed by the impressive Hina Ningyo doll display. But the visual attractions didn’t stop there. Throughout the building were many more spectacular, one-of-a-kind displays related to the Samurai theme. Included in this array were several swords from the private collections of members of JCCC's sword appreciation club, the Token Kai. In Kobayashi Hall visitors found a variety of vendors, and cultural crafts as well as live entertainment. Of course, there were also demonstrations of martial arts in the dojos, tea ceremonies, a vast selection of Japanese food and more vendors throughout the building. At the other end of our building, we had a bustling room of activities for children, including a Japanese Style painting activity run by our artist in residence Nao Uda and many enthusiastic volunteers. With all that there was to see and do, it was no wonder everyone had a great day! The JCCC thanks the individuals, groups and organizations that provided the entertainment and demonstrations. We also thank all the great volunteers and staff, who helped raise this great community tradition to new and greater heights! Top: Volunteers and staff setting up the Hina Dolls Display (photo courtesy of Jan Nobuto). Bottom (left to right): Bustling activity in the food court (photo courtesy of Kitty Huang); Kids Activity Area & Taiko Performance in the Kobayashi Hall (photos courtesy of Yosh Inouye). Kamo Room at the JCCC Officially Opens The official opening of Kamo Room (formerly Multi 2A) at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre was held on Monday March 9, 2015. During this intimate reception with the Kamo Family, Mr. and Mrs. S. Kamo were presented with the Kamo Room plaque by Gary Kawaguchi, JCCC President. Mr. and Mrs. S. Kamo made a generous donation to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre in memory of Denzo and Kiku Kamo. The reception featured a performance by the Ohana Hula Club’s Golden Luna and Moana groups, showcasing an example of the cultural classes and activities that take place in the Kamo Room on a daily basis. Located on the second floor of the JCCC, the Kamo Room is also a centre of activity for Japanese language classes, ping pong, and dance groups Himawari Buyo, Ayame Kai and Sakura Kai. The JCCC is greatly appreciative of Mr. and Mrs. S. Kamo for their generous donation and support in the promotion of Japanese culture. See the bustling activites in the Kamo Room next time you visit the JCCC! Photo courtesy of Constantin Dutescu. 7 Sedai Heads West! Sedai Corner We’ve officially turned the corner and entered spring, and Sedai has some fresh updates to keep you in the loop! First, Sedai would like to thank and acknowledge interviewee Haruyuki “Harry” Okada, for taking the time with the Sedai Project to document his family’s history through an invaluable collection of photos and anecdotes to accompany his interview. Having been born into Japanese occupied China shortly before the outbreak of World War II, Harry’s memories of people and places, captured in photographs but remembered in detail, have added an incredible layer to his recorded interview. Second, Sedai would like to begin highlighting stories, anecdotes, and individuals who you can learn more about on our website, at www. sedai.ca. First up is Sedai interviewee and dear friend, Keo Shibatani. After adding his unique voice to our archives about his experiences in Tashme, and enlightening us on the difficulties many Canadian Nikkei faced upon landing in postwar Japan, Keo has continued to give back to the community through his spirit of volunteerism. Most recently, Keo assisted the coordinators of the 20th Glendon Annual International Studies – Japan Symposium, coordinated by York University. Sedai Project friends Frank Moritsugu and Dr. Greg Robinson also took part in leading discussions of Japanese Canadians and the concepts of identity. For more information on the symposium, which occurred in March, visit www.japansymposium.com. As well, visit sedai.ca for archived video footage of Keo! Lastly, do you know anyone in the greater Vancouver area whose story should be added to the Sedai Project? Sedai will be making a special trip to the west coast this year, and would love to increase the depth and breadth of stories in our archives. If you would like to step up and support our community records, or if you know someone who should be a part of our recorded mosaic (in Vancouver, in Toronto, or otherwise!), please contact Elizabeth Fujita-Kwan, at [email protected] or 416-441-2345 ext.303. Register Now for Nostalgia Night 2015!! Take advantage of the Early Bird Registration for Nostalgia Night 2015 on Saturday July 4, 2015 and join us as we honour the New Japanese Canadian Association (NJCA) for its almost 40 years of supporting the Ijusha community and building a strong relationship with the JCCC. Come and share memories built over the years, find out about the NJCA’s various clubs and committees, catch up with family and friends, and of course enjoy the wonderful Japanese Canadian buffet. Early Bird registration is until Friday June 5, 2015 and seats are limited. Don’t be disappointed, complete the registration form enclosed in this issue of the newsletter and submit it right away! Early Bird Registration until Friday June 5, 2015. JCCC members: $15; General: $20; Children ages 6-13: $5; Children under 5 yrs: free. Tables of 10 at the early bird price: $150.00 per table. From Friday June 6, 2015: JCCC members: $20; General: $25; Children 6-13: $5; Children under 5 yrs: free Tables of 10: $200.00 per table Registration ends on Friday June 26, 2015. 8 Current and Upcoming Exhibits Heritage Corner At last, spring has officially sprung! Here are the latest updates from Heritage – check out our upcoming events, exhibits, and more! This year’s Haru Matsuri saw record attendance, and the Archive and Collections Committee was proud to be able to create a number of displays throughout the building. Come check out the ongoing display of samurai culture related artefacts, ukiyo-e (woodblock) prints, and our spotlight exhibit on the relationship between the Jewish and Japanese Canadian communities from the postwar Toronto area. Keep an eye out for developing displays near the entrance to the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre. As well, the Ontario Legislative Assembly will be housing a display from the JCCC Collection beginning in April, running through to the summer. If you have a chance, stop by Queen’s Park for a free public tour, to see what Archive and Collections has put together on behalf of the community. And lastly from our archives this month, the JCCC was thrilled to receive a donation of two works by Japanese Canadian artist Shizue Takashima. Her works will be on display beginning in May – look out for them in Heritage Court (at the entrance to the Heritage Lounge). The Arts Committee has been busy preparing a series of exciting exhibits for the community and public at large. First, we are pleased to present an exhibition of works by Canadian artist York Wilson, for the month of May. These works are a series of paintings based on the poetry of Japanese poet Hagiwara Sakutaro, which appeared in the publication Face at the Bottom of the World. In June, our next exhibit will be a presentation by JCCC Artist in Residence, Nao Uda. Originally from Yokohama, Japan, Nao graduated from the School of Visual Arts in New York, and has shown her work in the U.S., Japan, Taiwan, and Jordan. Her upcoming exhibit titled “316 Powell Street” is about her grandfather, who was born in Vancouver in 1924. Nao has created a fictional memory of her grandfather – who had passed before she could hear the story of his life – through her art. Works on display will be inspired by and researched through the oral histories and archives at the JCCC, as well as several trips to her grandfather’s birthplace on Powell Street. Nao and the JCCC would like to acknowledge the support of the Pola Art Foundation in Japan for her upcoming exhibit. And lastly from the Arts Committee is an open call to artists in the community for ARTSU MATSURI 2015! Returning after a two-year hiatus, the JCCC Gallery will be home to an exhibition of works in various media, by community members. For artist registration information, please contact Elizabeth Fujita-Kwan, Manager of Heritage and the Sedai Project, at the details below. The show runs from July 2nd to the 16th – be sure not to miss it! Lastly, the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre was pleased to have Seneca Hill Collegiate, and students from Aoyama Gakuin in Aoyama, Japan, visit the Centre and learn about the history of Japanese Canadians. For many of the students, learning about the history of Japanese Canadian internment and forced relocation was a new experience. Heritage would like to thank the wonderful Archives volunteers and Sedai interviewees for their assistance in bringing history to life! For any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact Elizabeth Fujita-Kwan, Manager of Heritage and the Sedai Project at [email protected], or 416-441-2345 ext 303. Summer Internships at the JCCC The JCCC is accepting applications for the position(s) of Collections Assistant and Heritage Assistant, for an internship placement at the JCCC from June through August of 2015 (dependent on funding). All successful candidates must meet the following criteria: - are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada - will be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment; - are willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment; - will not have another full-time job (in total, over 30 hours a week between occupations); - have been a full-time student (as defined by your educational institution) in the semester preceding the position; - intend to return to full-time studies in the semester following the internship. Note: Students with a disability are eligible for part-time work. For full details and complete job posting, please contact [email protected] for further information. 9 2015 Sakura Gala Are you interested in attending the Sakura Gala? Now is your opportunity to learn more about this special evening and purchase your table or ticket. The Sakura Gala is the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s (JCCC) premier fundraiser. The Gala is a black tie affair that is an unprecedented celebration of the best of Japanese and Canadian culture. The prestige and tradition of the Sakura Gala has resulted in the consistent growth of supporters and sponsors year after year. In its seventh year, the Sakura Gala will take place on Saturday May 30, 2015 at the JCCC. Guests will experience an unforgettable evening celebrating and mingling with top authors and members of the publishing industry. The evening, hosted by CBC Radio’s Mary Ito, will showcase hors d’oeuvres and a three-course dinner marrying Japanese and Canadian flavours. The talented Japanese singer-songwriter Tatsuya Ishii will perform and there will also be spectacular silent and live auctions. One of the Sakura Gala’s many highlights is the presentation of the Sakura Award. The Award recognizes exceptional contributions by individuals in the promotion, and exchange of Japanese culture and enhancing awareness of Nikkei heritage within Canada and abroad. In 2015, the JCCC will honour Joy Kogawa and Haruki Murakami with Sakura Awards. Sakura Gala sponsorships are $10,000 and up, tables are $5,000 and individual tickets are $500. There are many other opportunities to support the Sakura Gala such as donating a silent auction item or buying an ad in the evening programme. For all enquiries, please contact Sarah Burd at 416-449-0788 or [email protected]. Japanese singer-songwriter, Tatsuya Ishii Recognizing our Volunteers JCCC Volunteer Committee This year’s Spring Festival saw one of the largest participation of volunteers, with over 200 volunteers involved in every aspects of the 2-day event. The success of all JCCC events depends heavily on the dedication of our volunteers. In return, the JCCC wants to ensure that all volunteers are duly recognised. In light of this, the JCCC would like to ask for your partnership in helping us update our volunteer database. This database is an important tool to keep record of everyone who has contributed their time to the various activities at the JCCC. The JCCC wants to learn more about the length of time and the kinds of activities that our volunteers take part in. This information will also be used each year as the JCCC nominates volunteers for Ontario’s Volunteer Service Awards. Therefore, we would like to kindly ask all volunteers- veterans and newcomers- to fill out a 2015 Volunteer Profile. All information provided to us will be kept strictly confidential. This form is accessible online for your convenience at www.jccc.on.ca/en/volunteer, and paper copies are also available at the JCCC reception. If you have any concerns regarding the volunteer profile form, please contact Yuki Hipsh at 416-441-2345 ext.235 or [email protected]. 10 Theatre Production Zero Hour @ JCCC Miwa Yanagi and her production team treated a full house in the Kobayashi Hall to an entertaining and thought-provoking production of "Zero Hour: Tokyo Rose's Last Tape". The themes drawn from the play also led to some lively Q&A discussion with producer Miwa Yanagi herself. This was JCCC's first foray into live theatre on this scale, but given the success of this production, it won't be our last! Many thanks to the audience and hardworking volunteers. Photo courtesy of Dave Ohashi JCCC Judo-Kai competitors win in British Columbia Ken Fukushima, JCCC Judo Kai On February 25 to 28, 2015, the Canada Winter Games were held in Prince George, BC. Three athletes from the JCCC Judo Kai were part of Team Ontario. Brothers Mohab and Shady El Nahas won gold medals in the Male -81kg and -90kg categories respectively, and Yassin Youssef won the bronze medal in the Male -60kg category. After their individual competitions, all 3 of the JCCC Judo-Kai members were selected for Ontario’s entry in the Team Judo event. In the finals against Quebec, Mohab won his match with a beautiful ippon throw and Shady won his match in dominant fashion to clinch the Team Judo gold medal for Ontario. On March 7 & 8, 2015, at the Pacific International tournament held at the Olympic Oval in Richmond, BC, Shady won double gold by placing first in both the U21 and men’s -90kg category, and Youssef Youssef won the gold medal in the men’s -60kg category with wins over opponents from Japan and BC then finishing with a spectacular ippon throw in the finals against his opponent from Quebec. More good news - as the number 1 ranked competitor nationally in his category, on March 2, 2015 Youssef Youssef was named to the Canadian Team for the Pan American Judo Championships that will be held in Edmonton this April. Congratulations to all for the good results coming from your hard work, with best wishes and support for continued success! BC Pacific International gold medallists Youssef Youssef (left) and Shady El Nahas (right) Photo courtesy of Yassin Youssef The JCCC has Been There for You and Your Family Now is the Time for Family Philanthropy and Your Family Legacy Making your philanthropy a family enterprise is an extraordinary opportunity that can benefit your family in many ways and result in creative and significant contributions to society. At its best, family philanthropy is the pooled product of the family’s ideals, creativity, diverse skills and passions. Working together on philanthropic giving can be a deeply satisfying and enjoyable experience for a family and have major impact on the family’s well being. The potential benefits of family philanthropy include: • • • • A deepened connection to each other and a bridge to the outside world through a sense of shared enterprise on important social and community issues. A forum for collaboration and problem solving within the family. A chance to express and test values that the family as a whole believes in and is willing to stand for. An inter-generational common ground that increases communication, sharing and understanding within and across generations. Overall, with the right tools and guidance, family philanthropy can be one of the best opportunities to strengthen and pass on a real family legacy in the community. The JCCC has provided this opportunity to many families and is prepared to help ensure that your family giving makes the most difference for you and the community. As the JCCC starts the see spring blossom, we ask the community to ponder giving to the Yesterday Today Tomorrow Campaign. Let’s make 2015 the year in which your passion for the cause, the community and your family is transformed into precision in terms of a gift that truly makes a difference. If you have any questions regarding the Capital Campaign, or if you would like to learn more about Leaving a Legacy at the JCCC please contact William Petruck at 416-249-0788 or [email protected] Fred Sasaki Makes an Estate Gift to the JCCC Foundation Fred Sasaki was a tremendous benefactor and extraordinary volunteer to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Fred played an integral role in helping to build a legacy for our community, which will hold for many future generations to come. He was a founding member of the JCCC Foundation and a dedicated and contributing leader and volunteer at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Fred also shared his stories about growing up and how his family was affected by the internment with the JCCC’s Sedai Project. Fred is one of the largest individual donors to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. He was generous to the JCCC in his lifetime, donating to the JCCC’s capital campaign and was a founding funder of the Sakura Gala. The JCCC honoured Fred with an Ishizue Award. The Award acknowledges and expresses appreciation and respect to members or friends of the Japanese Canadian community who have made exceptional contributions to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre over many years. Beyond these previous gifts to the JCCC, Fred made a provision in his estate for a gift to the JCCC Foundation. The JCCC Foundation is focused on capital preservation and supports the JCCC annually through a disbursement. The JCCC will always be grateful for Fred’s generosity, support and leadership. Haiku Corner 俳句コーナー 春雨の 木下につたふ 雫かな Harusame no ko shita ni tsutau shizuku kana Spring rain Conveyed under the trees In drops. 芭蕉 Bashou 宿の春 何もなくこそ 何もあれ 素堂 Yado no haru Nani mo nakukoso nanimo are Sodou In my hut this spring, There is nothing, – There is everything! Office Space for Rent at JCCC Office space of 672 sq.ft. is available on the 2nd floor of the JCCC. Located in a spacious, newly renovated building, it comes with free parking, and has great access to DVP. If interested, please contact Nao Seko at (416)444-9900 x227. Renowned Butoh Master Natsu Nakajima Performs Alongside World-Class Artists Internationally acclaimed Japanese Butoh artist Natsu Nakajima joins a stellar line-up at this year’s CanAsian International Dance Festival, taking place on Thursday April 30, 2015 to Saturday May 2, 2015 at 8pm at Harbourfront Centre Theatre. It’s the first time Tokyo-based Nakajima, one of the first women involved in the Butoh movement, will take part in the biennial dance festival, now in its 18th year. About CanAsian Dance Established in 1997, CanAsian Dance presents and cultivates exceptional dance inspired by Asian ideas and expressions. Led by Artistic Director Denise Fujiwara, CanAsian has earned critical acclaim for its world-class programming. This includes the biennial CanAsian International Dance Festival – a weeklong festival of performances, matinees, and workshops that reflect dance traditions from across Asia – as well as annual artistic, educational and professional development activities. CanAsian Dance has garnered 14 Dora Mavor Moore Award nominations for artists presented in its festivals. To find out more, please visit www. canasiandance.com 2015 Hiroshima Kenjin Kai Shinbokukai Hiroshima Kenjin Kai It’s again time to note the date of the Hiroshima Kenjin Kai gettogether. Whether you have Hiroshima connections or not, you are cordially invited to our party on Saturday April 4, 2015, at the Toronto Buddhist Temple, 1011 Sheppard Ave. W., Toronto. The Bento is expected to cost $15 but is free to members over the age of 80. Membership is $5 per person. It would be appreciated if those people planning to attend this function would place their bento order by contacting one of the following: Lily Motomura 905-881-1076 [email protected] GeorgeNakano 905-785-9381 [email protected] Tamiko Hikida 905-385-1430 (Hamilton) [email protected] Registration and reception starts at 12:30pm with a Buddhist memorial service to follow at 1:00pm. As usual there will be the regular features – a short business meeting, karaoke, a group sing song, bingo and a door prize raffle following the bento. A few volunteers to help set up tables and chairs at 11:00am and also donations of desserts and door prize items would be appreciated. The Game of 100 Ghosts* Readings By Poet Terry Watada David Fujino Poet Terry Watada is reading from The Game of 100 Ghosts on Thursday April 16, 2015, from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at the East Asian Library, 8th floor (in the John P. Robarts Library, University of Toronto), 130 St. George St., Toronto. For more information, please contact Lu Gan at 416 -978-1025. *Please note amendment to article title from print version. 13 Extraordinary Experiences —A SYNERGY OF MUSIC & WINE IN THE HEART OF NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE SPRING INTO MUSIC @ STRATUS SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015 2:00 PM MOTHER-DAUGHTER CONCERT PIANISTS Mari Kodama and Karin Kei Nagano ’commanding and electrifying’ —L.A. TIMES FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 7:30 PM 8:00 PM SOPRANO Jumaane Smith ’ravishingly visceral’ I Only Have Eyes For You is “An essential album… definitive and timeless” —THE NEW YORK TIMES —PRESIDENT, SMOOTHJAZZ.COM GLOBAL RADIO Julia Bullock MICHAEL BUBLÉ’S LEAD JAZZ TRUMPETER FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION, VISIT BRAVONIAGARA.ORG OR CALL 289-868-9177 Intimate Classical Concert in Niagara Wine Country BNFA_15_JCCC ad 4x5_FIN.indd 1 2015-02-09 Christine Mori, Bravo Niagara! On Saturday April 25, 2015, Bravo Niagara! presents a dynamic duo, internationally-acclaimed concert pianists, Mari Kodama and her daughter Karin Kei Nagano. Hailed as “Commanding and electrifying” by The LA Times, Osaka-born pianist Mari Kodama has established an international reputation for her profound musicality and articulate virtuosity in performances throughout Japan, Europe and North America. A major highlight of the season for Mari is the release of the complete collection of Beethoven Piano Sonatas as a box set (Pentatone), the culmination of more than a decade’s work. Born to a musical family, 15-year-old Karin Kei Nagano is the daughter of Mari Kodama and renowned Maestro Kent Nagano of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. She recently released her first CD with the Cecilia String Quartet, which has been highly acclaimed by the press. Karin travels extensively with her parents, regularly joining them on their international tours, in addition to splitting her academic and professional studies between Paris and Munich. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear these two phenomenal pianists perform together in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience the synergy of music and wine as Bravo Niagara! transforms Stratus Vineyards' Press Alley into an intimate, industrial chic concert hall with a 9-ft Steinway taking centre stage. For tickets and more information, please visit www.bravoniagara.org. Players Needed for Sunday JC 3-PITCH League Bob Doi The Japanese Canadian 3-Pitch Baseball League begin its’ 29th season of play at the end of May and we are looking for additional players. Our non-profit League, founded in 1987, is mixed, with women and men, of ages 18 to 60+ and skill levels from beginner to intermediate. Our main objective is to provide a social, yet friendly competitive environment for persons or families of Japanese ancestry, as well as those who have an interest or connection to Japanese culture, to participate and integrate, to meet others sharing similar culture, heritage and interests, to have fun and to make friends. Games are on Sunday (excluding the August long weekends) mornings (9:30am-12:00pm) from the May long weekend to the end of August in the Warden and Steeles Avenue area (Scarborough/ Markham border). We host post-game BBQ’s during the season and provide a subsidized banquet in September. Each team pitches to their own players (players hit every inning) in a slow pitch/lob ball format with each player receiving 3 (men) or 4 (women) pitches. Membership Deadline: Saturday May 9, 2015 Early bird draw for all applications and payments received by Friday May 1, 2015. Membership Fee: $75.00 (no increase in 13 years!) Includes: team sweater, team photograph, refreshments at all games, league BBQs, subsidized banquet with trophies & door prizes, all bases, bats, balls and other equipment, (players are asked to supply their own glove). First Day of Play: Sunday, May 17, 2015 10:03 AM If you would like additional information about the JC 3-Pitch League or would like to Register to Play, please call or email one of the following committee members or check out our website: www. jc3pitch.com or email us at: [email protected]. Glen Kawaguchi Jon Nagamatsu Rob Takimoto Bob Doi 416-755-6421 (evenings) 647-988-5036 (evenings) 416-569-8147 email: [email protected] 2014 JC3-Pitch Champions Wietzes Toyota (Left to Right): Back Row:Jomar Dela Cruz, Ryan Terakita, Peter Reilly, Ryan Mellor, Ron Biason, Bob Doi Front Row: Sharyn Reilly, Tod Nagamatsu, Clark Shiao, Ron Dela Cruz Photo courtesy of Bob Doi. Friends of the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre Inscriptions You can purchase a Friends of the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre inscription for yourself, a friend, or a loved one, for a donation of $500. Corporate and Group inscriptions are also available at the $2,000 giving level. To make your dedication, call the JCCC or visit us online at www.jccc.on.ca. Proceeds will support the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre's ongoing operation and programming. INDIVIDUALS / COUPLES Yasuhiko & Kyoko Abe Harry and Pat Adachi Terry and Koto Adachi Rose (Kato) Aihoshi - In Gratitude Scottie and Iso Amemori Dr. Arnold Tsuneo and Sadako Arai Thomas and Betty Lou Arai John Armstrong Bryan and Maiko Asa Roy and Yukie Asa Ann and David Ashley Donna (Sakaguchi) and Bob Davis Eiji and Sharon Doi Manabu and Tsuyuko Doi Dennis and Lorraine Ebata Tsuneo Eguchi Masatomo (Mike) & Aiko Endo - In memory Mitsuo Endo - In Memory Yasuko Endo Yasuteru Endo Benjamin and Shirley Eto Gerald Fowlie - In memory Masanori and Yukie Fuchigami Reverend Tomofumi and Naoko Fujii Yosh and Doris Fujioka Gengo Tom and Sumi Fujita Alan and Patricia Fujiwara Fukunaga Family Kazumi and Ken Fukushima Koji and Tosh Goto Uncle Dave Tsutomu Hanada花田 - In memory Tats & Eileen Harada - In memory Ted and Michiko Harada Tom and Shay (Iwasaki) Hashimoto Masanori & Natsuno Hayakawa - In memory Shirley Fumiye Hayakawa - In memory Andrew Hayden In memory of Gerald Hayden In memory of Senator Salter Hayden Eddy Hendra James and Masayo Heron Lawrence and Dorothy Heron Irene "Auntie Rene" Whiteside - In memory Kunio and Susan Hidaka Kimi Hiraishi - In memory Mary and Tomi Hiraishi Teru and Jimmy Hiraishi - In meory Stan Hiraki and Dr. A. Marjorie Wani Toyoshi and Kazuko Hiramatsu - In memory Masajiro and Ume Honkawa Dr Noble and Amy Hori - In memory Dr Tatsuo Hori and Penny Abernethy Hori Shari Hosaki and Darren Gani Wayne and Cheryl Hosaki In memory of George and Kay Hosaki Henry and Dianne Hotta Yasumasa and Keiko Ichida Yoshi and Takako Ichida Hisae & Seichi Willie Ichiyen - In memory Terry (Toru) and Evie Idenouye Elsie and Katsu Iguchi Masuko and Hideyo Iguchi In memory Arthur & Mariko Ikeda Sid and Marie Ikeda Teruko Ikeda Junji and Toshiko Ikeno Glenn R Inamoto - In loving memory Sanaye Inouye Kiyo and Sylvia Ise Arthur Asao and Tomo Ishii Hiro and Shozo Ishikawa Shirley S Isojima Arthur Shinji Ito Chusaburo and Lily Ito - In memory Denjiro Ito - In memory James & Eiko Ito Jukichi and Suga Ito - In memory Kinue Ito - In memory Mark and Miyo Ito Mitsuyoshi Ito Dr Richard Ito Shigemi Ito - In memory Yoshimi Ito - In memory Ken & Elaine Iwai George and Barbara Iwata Tak Iwata Roy James Shizuko Kadoguchi Shoichi & Yoshiko Kaneko - In gratitude Yoichi and Miyo (Hirota) Kato Gary Kawaguchi and Gayle Taguchi Goro and Takako Kawaguchi Hiro and Terrie Kawaguchi Dr. and Mrs. John Kawaguchi Kameo and Mariko Kawaguchi Iwaichi & Ryu Kawashiri - In memory Masajiro and Katsuko Kimura Mr. & Mrs. Kinoshita Spencer Frank Masaki and Dianne Kitazaki Don & Eiko Kiyonaga 古林Art & Misako Kobayashi nee Fukatsu深津 Coby and Yone Kobayashi - In memory Hajime and Kyoko Kobayashi Kazuo and Chiyono Kobayashi - In memory Kevin Kobayashi Koby Kobayashi Kristin Kobayashi Miki and Shoko Kobayashi KOBO Isao Hisako Kondo Katsu and Kanekichi Kosaka - In memory Kensuke Kosaka Volunteer Yoshie Kosaka Kiyoshi and Aiko Koyanagi - In memory Masayuki Kumabe - In memory Morio and Fumiko Kumagawa Taeko Kumamoto - In memory Fumio and Kimiye Kuramoto Noreen Kuroyama & Nao Seko Fred and Pat Kusano Ken and Rose Kutsukake - In memory Ken and Barbara Kuwahara - In memory Mariko Liliefeldt Toshio Harry and Umeno Doreen Machida George Hiroshi and Mary Tsuruko Maeda Tom and Judy Maikawa Bob & Kay Marubashi Paul and Sharon Marubashi Mike and Eleanor Maruno Bruce and Ruth Matsuda Mary and Roy Matsui Tom and Shizuye Matsui Arthur Asa Matsumoto Carmen and Martha Matsunaga Shizuo & Sawaye Matsunaga - In Memory Naomi Matsushita and Scott Dobson Tom and Sachie Matsushita Kay and Bob McBride Adam and Nicole Michelakos Koei and May Mitsui Osamu Sam and Michiko Mizoguchi Shimizu Carolynne Mori and Greig Nishio Toshiko (Hosaki) Mori Koji and Kay Morishita Hirokichi and Fujino Morita - In memory Jim Morita - In memory Frank and Elisabeth (Betty) Moritsugu Aiko S Morton nee Nakamura Kevin and Brenda Murai Kinsuke and Kaworu Muranaka Kikue and Harry T Muraoka - In memory Min and Lil Nagahara Yoichi and Asano Nagai - In memory Roy and Chiyoko Nagamatsu Tokiko and Yoshikatsu Nagami - In memory K. Nagao Yoshimatsu and Hanako Nagao - In memory Lorene Nagata and Steven Turnbull 15 Friends of the Moriyama Nikkei Heritage Centre Inscriptions (Cont.) Shichitaro and Naka Nagata - In memory In memory of Stoney Nagata Tony and Eva Nagata Bill and Phyllis Nakagawa Ichiro and Setsuko Nakagawa Kazuo"Curly" and Kyoko"Kay" Nakagawa George and Terry Nakamura Joe.D.Ichizo and Miyo Nakamura Mikio and Yukiko Nakamura Shigeru Bill & Frances Yaeki Nakamura Sumiko Jane and Tadashi Ronald Nakamura Takeo Ujo and Yukie Nakano - In memory Linda and Mas Nakao Akira Namba - In memoriam Molly Nishikawa - In Memory Denise Yae Nishimura Jutaro and Shige Nishimura - In memory Tomi and Nana Nishimura Tak Pollie Dawna Nishino In memory of Joyce and Ian Nishio Joyce Nishio - In memory Kaz and Sachi Nishio Eijiro Thomas and Kogiku Margaret Nishioka Shizuhiko and Lorraine Nishisato Jack M Nishiyama - In memory Sam Hisao Nishiyama & Sumiko Nishiyama Shozo and Kei Nishiyama - In memory Yoshiko A. and Senyo J. Nonoyama Frank and Kazue Kaye Oda Yukio and Faye (Sugimoto) Ode Joe and Fumi Ohori Frank & Miyoko Kadoguchi Ohtake -In memory Haruo Oikawa Naka and Kimiye Oikawa - In memory Stephen and Linda Oikawa Tetsuo Oikawa - In memory Toshi and Nobuko Oikawa Yoemon and Yoshiye Oikawa - In memory Tsuyoshi and Masae Okamoto Christine Okawara Harvey and Kathy Okawara Louise Okawara Koichiro and Hisa Okihiro Fred Yutaka and Gerald Noboru Okimura Mr and Mrs Fusanosuke Okubo - In memory Tosh & Grace Omoto Eiji and Kikuko Otani - In memory George and Rose Oyagi Tad and Jenny Oyagi Tom and Doreen Oyagi Dr. Joseph and Jean Kobayashi Peasah William and Lorraine Petruck George&Florence Hanako Saito nee Naruse Naotoshi and Fumiko Ruth(Tateishi) Saito Shizue Saito Yasushi Saito - In memory Ruth Hiroye Sakamoto nee Nakamura 16 Ihei & Misao (Kodama) Sasaguchi Mitsuru and Grace Sasaki Naka and Fred Sasaki Joy Sato Mickey and Satoko Sato - In memory Takashi and Yoshiko Sawa Hajime and Setsuko Sawada Kenzo and Evelyn Sekiya Sam and Masako (Kosaka) Seto Keo and Eiko Shibatani Kaz and Ruby Shikaze Yoko Shimanuki Hide Hyodo Shimizu In memory Kaide Barbara Joy Gail Shimizu Ron Shimizu & Edy Goto Clara and Joe Shimoda Henry Masakazu and Helen Yasuko Shimoda Brenda Shin Masashi and Rose Emiko Shin Michael Shin - In memory Roy and Kay Shin - In memory David and Emiko Shiozaki - In memory Patrick and Hanna Suen Miyeko & Kenichi Sugamori - In memory Connie Sugiyama and Kate Fish Dr. Henry and Joanne Sugiyama Mits and Gloria Sumiya Walter and Yoshiko Sunahara Kunio and Yoshiye Suyama Shig and Marge Suyama Tokusaburo & Yoshio Taira - In memory Toyoko Taira - In memory Shirley & Robert Takagi Hideo & Fumiko Ruth (Miyazaki) Takahashi Hideo and Naomi Takasaki Tom and Sumie Takashima Ray & Mizue Takeuchi Ronald Takeshi Tamaki - In memory Kiyoshi and Chii Tamane - In memory Masaru and Tomoko Tanaka Elizabeth 綾加Tazumi Ted and Ikuko Teshima James and Setsuko Thurlow Tony and Mary Tonegawa Kazuharu and Mieko Tsuchida Teresa Tsuji and David Lamb Akiko Tsujimoto Morito and Yae Tsumura George & Ayako Tsushima Grace Tucker & Peggy Foster - In memory Callum Turnbull Cora Turnbull Dr Irene Uchida Dr. and Mrs. Paul & Susan Uchikata Carl and Christine Fumi Uchikura Dr. Koji Victor & Mutsuko Ujimoto Jim and Betty Ura Frank and Toshiko Usami Etsusaburo Mitsuye George Toshiko Uyeyama Dale and Joe Vaillancourt Alan and Paul Wakayama Peter and Ethel Wakayama Frank Yamada - In memory Hugo and Sumi Yamamoto - In Loving Memory Kameichi and Umeko Yamane In memory George Kaoru Kikue Kay Yamashita Hiroki and Himari Yamashita Kumiko Kay Yamamoto Yamashita Kumiko and Masuo Yamashita Toshiko and Takato Yamashita Tsutomu Tom and Masae Muraki Yamashita Min and Lydia Yatabe Rev. Stan and Aileen Yokota Patricia and Harold Yoneyama Charles Masato Yoshida in memory Shige and Sue Yoshida Tak and Fumi Yoshida Tetsuya and Takako Yoshimoto Dr John M and Josie Yoshioka GROUPS Asahi Baseball Ichigun Ayame-Kai Odori Group Chado Urasenke Tankokai Toronto Association DundeeWealth Inc. - Marty Kobayashi Endow Dental Arts Studio Inc Ghost Town Teachers Historical Society 学校法人山口学園 global.ecc.ac.jp ECC JAPAN 華やぎエッセイグループHanayagi Essay Group Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Toronto Japanese Cdn Citizens Assoc Toronto Chapter JCCC Judo Kai JCCC Kendo Nelson Arthur Hyland Foundation New Japanese Canadian Association Ontario Tottori Ken Jin Kai Salden Foundation SHODO CANADA The Frank H. Hori Charitable Foundation Toronto Japanese Garden Club Toronto Kohaku Utagassen Wynford Seniors Club DONATIONS TO THE JCCC As of March 6, 2015 The JCCC gratefully acknowledges the following donations: JCCC Mrs. Kiyomi Kay Asada 50 Mrs. Susan Crichton 30 Mr. Eiji Doi 395 Mr. Manabu Doi 20 Mr. Perry Douglas 20 Mrs. Gale Durocher 25 Mr. Michael Filosa 50 Mr. Ian Findlay 150 Mr. and Mrs. Mikio Hayakawa 100 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hikida 60 Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Ikeda 100 Mrs. Seiko Inamoto 20 Mrs. Teruko Inouye 100 Mr. and Mrs. Hideyuki Ioi 60 Mr. Kaz Ishii 50 Ms. Frances Ishikawa 30 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Iwata 50 Mr. Takashi Iwata 37 Mr. Greg Johnston 100 Mrs. Betty Kagayama 30 Ms. Lily Kai 100 Mrs. Mits Kameoka 100 Mr. and Mrs. Michio Koyama 100 Mrs. Yukie Koyama's 100th birthday Mrs. Misako Kumabe 50 Mr. Stephen Kuwahara 200 Mr. Duncan MacCallum 62 Mrs. Sachie Matsushita 27 Mrs. May Mitsui 150 Mr. and Mrs. Yoji Murase 30 Mr. and Mrs. Tadashi Muromoto 20 Anonymous 150 Tokyo Rose Mr. Mitsuru M. Nagata 100 Mr. and Mrs. Mitsuo Nishimura 30 Ms. Nobuko Oikawa 200 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Okada 100 Mr. and Mrs. Tsuneo Omotani 25 Mrs. Dale Reid 50 Mrs. Shizue Saito 50 Mr. Andrew Shibata 76 Mr. and Mrs. Kiyoshi Shibatani 500 Mr. and Mrs. Isamu Suzuki 50 Mrs. Kazuko Kay Takata 30 Ms. Mary Tokiwa 30 Mrs. Betty M. Ura 100 Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Uyeno 50 Mrs. Irene T. Wakayama 25 Anonymous 50 Mrs. Irina Werner 90 Mr. and Mrs. Satoshi Yano 60 Mrs. Shizu Yoshida 50 Ms. Christine Yuen 100 Corporate, Foundation and Government Donation and Sponsorship The Mitsui Canada Foundation Toronto New Japanese Canadian Association Oshogatsu-Kai Udon Sales Heritage Seneca Hill Private School Ltd Canadian Museums Association Legacy Bank of Montreal State Building Corporation Sakura Gala 2014 Corporate Sponsor Heritage Ms. Maya Dille 2 Shizue Takashima paintings Ms. Louise Okawara In memory of Noriko Kosugi 100 In Memoriam In memory of Amy Fukusaka Mr. and Mrs. Reg Fukusaka 150 Mrs. Chiz Takata 50 In memory of Marion Amy Kitamura Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ikeda 30 Mr. and Mrs. Sid Ikeda 50 In memory of Dorothy Toshiye Tanaka Anonymous 50 Mrs. Ann Ashley 25 Bunka Shishu Artisans 100 Mrs. Kay Fukuda 20 Ms. Jean Goto 25 Mrs. Minnie Hemmy 30 Mrs. Yuki Kondo 25 Mr. and Mrs. George Nakamura 50 Keiko Omori, Stan Kimera, David Ohashi 150 Ms. Kathy Rei Uyeyama 50 In memory of Eiko Tateishi Mr. and Mrs. Mandison Chin 50 In memory of George Edamura Mr. and Mrs. Kameo Kawaguchi 25 In memory of Jiro Oiye Mr. and Mrs. Roy Oiye 25 In memory of Joe Miyazaki Family of Joe Miyazaki 1,250 Mrs. Day Nakawatase 100 In memory of John Yuki Onizuka Mrs. Ann Ashley 25 Mr. and Mrs. Sid Ikeda 50 Mrs. Mitzi Miyasaki 25 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Mori 25 Mrs. Jan Nobuto 100 Prime Timers 50 Mr. George Toyama 25 Mr. Roy Toyama 25 In memory of Katherine Etsuko Nishino Dr. and Mrs. Alan Shiozaki 50 In memory of Kay and Yosh Uyeda Mrs. Margaret Nagai 80 In memory of Mariko Mary Hatanaka Mr. and Mrs. John Fraser 50 Mrs. Tosh R. Fukuda 30 Mr Terry T. Hatanaka 50 Mr. and Mrs. Toru Idenouye 50 Mrs. Susie Iwata 20 Mrs. Teruyo Kitamura 10 Mrs. Margaret Makimoto 25 Mr. Mas Mori 25 Mr. and Mrs. Aki Saisho 70 Ms. Judy Sato 50 Mr. Kohei A. Sogawa 50 Mrs. Marge Yoshiye Suyama 25 Mr. George Tsushima 25 In memory of Mary Tanino Mr. Yosh Tanino 300 In memory of Miyumi Sasaki Sally Sasaki, Burke Sasaki, Nayo Picou Sasaki & Gail Kim 400 In memory of Sadie Nakamoto Mrs. Yasuko P. Kusano 25 In memory of Satoru Katsuyama Mr. Masuo Yamashita 25 In memory of Shirley Petgrave Ms. Alice Nagami 50 In memory of Ted Aida Ms. Lynda Silk 100 Supporting Members Ambassador Mr and Mrs Kiyoshi Shibatani 1,000 Mr. Thomas Takashima 977 Leader Mr. Robert Nishino 500 Partner Mrs. Betty Lou Arai 150 Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ikeda 150 Mrs. Miyo Ito 150 Mr. Takashi Iwata 150 Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kawabe 110 Mrs. Mary Morita 150 Ms. Nobuko Oikawa 127 Mrs. Kathryn Okawara 127 Mrs. Dale Reid 93 Ms. Fumi Sasaki 150 Mrs. Miyeko Sugamori 127 Dr. David Tabuchi & Ms. Erin Jones 93 Mr. Russell Takashima 116 Mr. Ray & Mrs. Mizue Takeuchi 110 Mr. Steven Tazumi 150 Mr. and Mrs. George Uyeyama 150 今後の行事予定 4月 5月 6月 3日 (金) JCCC休館日- Good Friday 10日 (土) 中村山椒落語会 11日 (土) カラオケクラブ会合 12日 (日) 組み紐ワークショップ 13日 (月) まんじゅうワークショップ 16日 (木) 津軽三味線 X 和太鼓ライブコンサート 22日 (水) 折り紙ワークショップ 25日 (土) カラオケクラブ会合 26日 (日) お饅頭作り 30日 (木) 映画鑑賞会「ちょんまげぷりん」 2日 (土) JCCCバザー 10日 (土) 組み紐ワークショップ 18日 (月) JCCC休館日- Victoria Day 21日 (木) 映画鑑賞会「映画 中村勘三郎」 23日 (土) カラオケクラブ会合 25日 (月) まんじゅうワークショップ 27日 (水) 折り紙ワークショップ 30日 (土) 桜ガラ 11日 13日 20日 26日 27日 (木) (土) (土) (金) (土) トロント日本映画祭開幕 カラオケクラブ会合 カラオケクラブ会合 トロント日本映画祭閉幕 永田社中コンサート 2015年第4回トロント日本映画祭 6月開幕! 幅広いジャンルから旬な作品をお届けするトロント日本映画祭が今 年も6月11日から26日にかけて開催されます。今年は19作品の上映を 予定しており、その多くが北米またはカナダプレミアとなります。今回 は映画祭の一環としてバンクーバーのVancouver’s National Nikkei Heritage Museum and Cultural Centreでの上映も予定されています。 チケットは5月4日 (月曜日)午前10時より発売開始です。 1本の映画につき JCCC会員$10、一般$12. 5本映画パス: JCCC会員$40、一般$45. 10本映画パス: JCCC会員$80、一般$90. 今年もパスを購入された方へメインスポンサーの資生堂さんから の素敵なギフトを用意しております。数に限りがございますので、お早 目にパスをお求めください。 チケット、映画パスはJCCC受付416-441-2345またはTicketweb でご購入いただけます。 詳しくはTJFFウェブサイトwww.torontojff.comをご覧ください。 上映予定作品(順不同) : 0.5mm、神の月、舞子はレディ、柘榴坂の仇討、 リトル・フォレスト夏/ 秋、 ジョバンニの島、私の男、マエストロ!、蜩ノ記、バンクーバーの朝 日、 ウッジョブ‐神去なあなあ日常、 トワイライトささらさや、そこのみ にて光輝く、娚の一生、テルマエ・ロマエ、ホットロード、 トウキョウトラ イブ、駆け込み女と駆け出し男、 うまれる‐ずっと、いっしょ 第7回桜ガラ JCCCにおけるもっとも盛大なファンドレイジングイベントであり、今 年で7年目を迎える桜ガラが5月30日 (土)に開催されます。 毎年、桜ガラのハイライトとしてカナダ国内外において日本文化 や日系カナダ人の歴史、受け継がれてきた伝統の理解と発展にきわ めて高い功績をあげた個人に送られる 「桜アワード」の授与式が行わ れます。今年はジョイ・コガワ氏と村上春樹氏のお二人のこれまでの 功績を称えます。 桜ガラのスポンサーシップは$10,000から、そしてガラチケット は1テーブル$5,000、そしてお一人$500で購入していただけます。 ま た、サイレントオークションへの出品アイテムのご寄附やプログラム への掲載広告など皆様からのご支援、 ご協力を受け賜っております。 桜ガラのチケット・スポンサーシップその他に関しての詳細は Sarah Burd416-449-0788 or [email protected].までお問い合わせく ださい。 4月JCCC月例映画鑑賞会 ちょんまげぷりん 江戸時代からやって来たちょんまげ頭の侍、木島安兵衛(錦戸亮)を ひょんなことから居候させ ることになった、ひろ子 (ともさかりえ) と友也(鈴 木福)の母子。友也のため に偶然作ったプリンから、 お菓子作りの才能を開花 させた安兵衛。彼は人気 パティ シエとなり、ひろ子 や友也とのきずなも深ま っていくが……。 -シネマトゥディより 日時:2015年4月30日 (木) 午後7時 チケット: $8(JCCC会員); $10(一般) 山口晃司・笛木良彦 津軽三味線 X 和太鼓ライブコンサート 2015北米ツアー 2013年に小林ホールを沸かせた津軽三味線の山口晃司が今春、和 太鼓の笛木良彦と共に日系文化会館に戻ってきます。 幼少より磨き上げた山口晃司さんの三味線の技と音色、そして 観客と一体となった圧巻のパフォーマンスはまだ記憶に新しいこと でしょう。 一方笛木良彦さんは常に新しい挑戦を続け、世界を駆けまわる 和太鼓奏者。 この二人のミュージシャンが今回北米ツアー (バンクーバー、 シカ ゴ、 トロント) で旋風を巻き起こします。 日本の伝統音楽が共鳴するダ イナミック且つ繊細なコラボレーションパフォーマンスをお楽しみに。 日時: 2015年4月16日 (木)午後7時開演 チケット: $22.12+税(JCCC会員・学生) $26.55+税(一般) 自由席。チケット好評販売中。416-441-2345、 またはチケット ウェブ(www.ticketweb.ca)でご購入できます。 中村山椒落語会 JCCCにて久方ぶりの落語の高座が行われます。 日本は熊本からお 迎えする落語家は中村山椒さん。演目は『松山鏡』。 日本語と英語、そ れぞれ約30分の高座ですので、最初に日本語で聞いた話を英語と 比べてみるのも面白いでしょう。 この春一番の笑いをJCCCでいかが ですか? 日時:4月10日 (金)午後7時より 入場料:5ドル((JCCC会員)、$7(一般) ; 席の調整のため予約をお願いします。 チケット購入はJCCC受付、 または416-441-2345までお願いします。 落語家、中村山椒さんのご 挨拶: 「はじめまして。 日本で落 語をしている中村山椒と 申します。 落語は400年程前か ら日本で話されている伝 統的な話芸です。落語の 世界では、様々な人々が一 緒に暮らし、時にケンカし て、時に助けあって生きて います。そこでは、人間が 持つどうしようもない部分 を、笑い、そして認め、愛す 様子が描かれています。 この面白くも温かい落語 の世界を、たくさんの人に 知ってもらいたいと思って います。 今回は『松山鏡』 とい う、昔々、 まだ鏡が全国津 々浦々まで広まっていない頃のお話をさせていただきます。松山村 という村に住む、 しょうすけという男が、鏡というものを知らずに、初 めて鏡を見るところから物語が始まります。 この話を今回は英語と日本語でさせていただく予定ですので、 是非とも聴きにきてください。」 やなぎみわの演劇公演 「ゼロアワー」東京ローズ最後のテープ 面白く、且つ示唆に富んだやなぎみわ演劇「ゼロ・アワ-東京ローズ最後のテープ」の公演はおかげさまで満員御礼となりました。上演後はプロ デューサーも務めたやなぎさんによる作品の軸についての活発なQ&Aが行われました。 写真提供:Dave Ohashi 19 JCCCバザー 2015年5月2日(土) 午後12時~午後4時 入場料無料 JCCC最大の恒例ファンドレイジング、開場前は長蛇の列ができるほ どのビッグイベントです。様々な日用品から、サイレントオークション、 日本食の販売などたくさんの催しを予定しています。 カレンダーのこ の日に印をつけるのをお忘れなく! バザーボランティア大募集! 高校生の皆さん (15歳以上) でボランティアアワーが必要な方大歓迎! 経験不要! お饅頭作り‐2015年4月26日(日) 午前10時~午後4時くらいまで バザーで販売するお饅頭作りとそのパッケージング。 経験不要。 ボランティア申込締め切り:4月21日(火) バザー前日の準備‐2015年5月1日(金) • 販売ブースのセットアップ、寄付された物品の分類、館内の地図 やサインを貼る仕事など。(午前9時半~午後7時の間で可能な時間帯) • いなり寿司作りと軽食の下ごしらえなど。 (午後12時半~5時) ボランティア申込締め切り:4月28日(火) のり巻作り‐当日開場前の午前7時~午後11時半くらいまで。 経験者大歓迎! ボランティア申込締め切り:4月28日(火) バザー当日のボランティア募集エリア: • パーキング誘導 (10am-1pm, 12pm-3pm) • 入口付近の整備 (11am-3pm) • エコバッグ販売 (11am-4:30pm) • フードブースでの販売(10am-5pm) • キッチンヘルプ (9am-2pm、11am-5pm) • ウェイター/ウェイトレス (11am-5pm) • 片付け (3pm-7pm)等。 他にも沢山あります! ボランティア申込締め切り:4月28日(火) 上記のボランティアのお申し込みはこちらから http://www.jccc.on.ca/en/volunteer/ JCCCでのボランティアが初めての方、又は今までにボランティア登 録用紙をご提出でない方は、ボランティア登録用紙を必ず事前にご 提出ください。 (上記リンクのオンラインフォームをご利用下さい。) インターネットのアクセスがない方は、担当のヒプシュ由希までご連 絡下さい。 Eメール:[email protected] 電話:416-441-2345内線235 ***バザーのためのご寄付を募っています。全ての物品は4月1日 以降から受付を開始致します。生もの以外の食品(要冷蔵)は前日の5 月1日(金)から受付けます。生ものは当日のみ(午前11時まで)受付け ます。 クッキー、パイ、 ブレッド等焼き菓子のドネーションも大歓迎で す!フロントデスクにお持ち頂きご連絡先をお残し下さい。衣類のド ネーションは受付けておりませんので予めご了承下さい。 お問い合わせ先(英語):Christine Takasaki 416-441-2345内線221、 又は[email protected]。 日本語の場合は受付にメッセージをお残 し下さい。 20 「のすたるじあの夜」2015の 受付開始!! 今年2015年の「のすたるじあの夜」は新移住者協会の約40年におけ る軌跡とコミュニティーへの貢献を称えます。ぜひご家族・ご友人を お誘いあわせの上ご参加ください。 日系カナダ人におなじみのお料 理がずらっと並ぶ恒例のビュッフェディナーもお楽しみください! アーリーバード料金での登録は6月5日までです!このチャンス を逃さないように登録はお早めに! ! 6月5日までに登録されるとお得です!アーリーバード料金: JCCC会員:$15、一般:$20、 子供6-13歳:$5、 5歳以下:無料 1テーブル(10人) :$150 6月6日以降: JCCC会員:$20、一般:$25、 子供6-13歳:$5、 5歳以下:無料 1テーブル(10人) :$200 表示料金は税込。お申込みの最終締め切りは6月26日 (金) です。 JSS・NJCA共催「認知症サポータ ーキャラバン:認知症サポーター 養成講座」 「認知症サポーター」 とは、認知症について正しく理解し、偏見を持 たず、認知症の人やその家族を温かく見守る応援者です。 日時:3月29日 (日) 午後1時半~4時 場所:ヒロコバラルルーム(JCCC2階) 6 Garamond Court, Toronto 対象者:新移住者協会およびその傘下団体(以下参照)の会員を優先: トロント歌声喫茶の会、 FTF、 JFT、 池端ナーサリー、 国語教室、 日加学園、 日修学院、NJCAゴルフクラブ、インターネット情報交換クラブ ※非会員でも、移住者で日系コミュニティに貢献する意志をお持ち の方はお問い合わせください。 参加費:$5(テキスト代など) 申込み/問合せ:ジャパニーズ・ソーシャル・サービス (高野、平賀) Eメール: [email protected] 電話: 416-385-9200 ・協賛:モミジ・ヘルスケア協会、 日系文化会館(JCCC)、 カナダ邦人 医療支援ネットワーク (CJAMSNET) ※チャイルドケアはありませんので、 ご了承ください。 ※チラシは以下のリンクからもご覧いただけます。 http://jss.ca/cms/uploads/file/ CaravanSupporterTrainingNJCA%20(Mar29%2C2015)(1).pdf ※認知症サポーターキャラバンは、 日本の厚生労働省が「認知症を 知り地域をつくるキャンペーン」の一環として推進しているプログラ ムです。 (以下、厚生労働省のウェブサイトより抜粋) 「認知症サポーターキャラバン」は、 「認知症サポーター」を全国で 養成し、認知症になっても安心して暮らせるまちになることを目指し ています。 認知症サポーターは、認知症について正しく理解し、認知症の 人や家族を温かく見守り、支援する応援者です。 認知症サポーターには、 地域住民、 金融機関やスーパーマーケット の従業員、小・中・高等学校の生徒など様々な方がおり、全国に300 万人を超える認知症サポーターが誕生しています。 (平成24年6月 末現在)。 ボランティアの皆様のより安全 を目指して ボランティアコミティより 3月7日と8日に開催された春祭りは大盛況でした。 この春祭り だけに限らず、JCCCイベントがいつも大成功におさめられるの は、ボランティアの皆さまが、 どのような仕事にも責任を持ち協 力し合って働いて下さるお蔭です。JCCCは、常にその皆さまが 安全で快適なボランティア活動をして頂けるよう、安全確保とそ の運営管理を保っていかなければならなりません。 その一つとして、ボランティア一人一人の個人情報管理の 徹底を開始しました。長期ボランティアの方も、新しくボランティ アを始める方も、全てのボランティアの皆様の『ボランティアプ ロファイル』 を収集しています。 このプロファイルは、 万一何かあった 時のための緊急連絡先や、 どのエリアでボランティアをして下さ っているかの把握、毎年オンタリオ州により表彰されるボランテ ィアサービスアワード受賞者の選出に役立てるため、ボランティ ア募集要項のご案内など様々な事に利用されますが、個人情報 は厳重に管理されます。 今後のボランティアプログラム向上に向けて、 また皆様の 安全のためにも、 まだご提出されていない方はぜひご協力よろ しくお願い致します。 フォームのご記入に便利なオンラインフォームがJCCCウェ ブサイトwww.jccc.on.ca/en/volunteer/、 またはJCCC受付にて ご用意しておりますので、お気軽におたずねください。 JCCCライブラリーコーナー ライブラリーシッターお薦めの一冊 「0.5ミリ」 著・安藤桃子 安藤桃子の処女作 介護ヘルパーのサワが仕事を始めて5年が経つ頃、ヘルパーとして 働いていた先の娘雪子から、彼女の父親のために介護の域を超えた 仕事を頼まれ、サワはこの仕事を受け入れる。 しかし、 ここで思いもよ らぬ大事件が発生。 これを機にサワは職も住居も失ったが、その後 も要介護の老人を見つけては、サワ独自の介護を提供する。そんな 中おしかけヘルパーとなったサワが、人々の人生の中で見えにくい 何かを発見し、人生の大切さや意義を見つける。 自分の人生につい て深く考えさせられる物語である。 船嵜葉子 著者自身の監督、脚本で映画化された「0.5ミリ」は今年のトロント 日本映画祭の上映作品の一つです。 JCCCライブラリースケジュール 火・木・金 10am ー 2pm (閲覧のみ) 水・土 1pm ー 5pm (貸出し) 日・月 休館 4月3日(金) ー Good Friday & 5月2日(土) ー JCCCバザー 休館させていただきます。 21 5% discount for JCCC members DAVID IKEDA Sales Representative 416-234-2424 www.ikedasells.com 22 Sutton Group Old Mill Realty Inc., Brokerage The Mortgage Guy Let Us Help With Your Financial Future! 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REALTRON REALTY INC., BROKERAGE Independently Owned and Operated Email: [email protected] Website: garytehara.ca 23 An Evening with Olympian Katie Tsuyuki Wednesday, May 6th - Doors Open 6 p.m. Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Garamond Court, North York, ON M3C 1Z5 The third annual! Advance tickets: $75 until April 22; $85 thereafter For cheque or cash payment call: (416) 386-0287 By credit card: www.nikkeivoice.ca/sakesushinight Sponsored by 24 Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/NikkeiVoice Follow us on Twitter: @TheNikkeiVoice The Seniors’ Supper Club is a new club being offered through Heritage for those seniors interested in learning more about cooking for one!! Participants will learn: what to look for when purchasing ingredients and shopping for value and quality how to prepare ingredients basic food safety for food preparation, storage, freezing, and “best before date” usage nutrition tips cooking techniques You must register for each session you wish to take and each session is limited to twelve (12) participants. Cost for each session is $20.00. Participants should bring their own apron and head covering (hat/scarf) . Sessions are from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and include a teaching demonstration, participants preparing and cooking the meal, and dining together! Please check which session(s) you wish to register for below and submit the registration form along with a cheque for the appropriate amount at the JCCC Reception Desk or mail to: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON, M3C 1Z5. REGISTRATION for Seniors’ Supper Club Name: Phone#: Email: Please check the session(s) for which you wish to register Check Date Sunday April 19 Monday May 11 Menu Chinese style Mapo Tofu, Stir-fried Vegetables Japanese Chicken Curry, with Sunomono Demonstration Chef Jason Kwan Marion Smith If you have any further questions, please contact Elizabeth Fujita at 416-441-2345 ext 303 More sessions are already “in the works” – stay tuned to the JCCC Newsletter for further information! 25 Kamp Kodomo Summer 2015 Our Mission To provide a stimulating and educational Japanese and Japanese Canadian cultural experience for young children. Who can register? Children ages 6 (as of December 31, 2014) to 12 Years Dates Session 1 – July 6 – 10 Session 2 – July 13 – 17 Session 3 – July 20 – 24 Times Camp Hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Extended camp care is available daily from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Fee $ 200/week Early bird discount $180/week if paid in full by April 30, 2015 10% discount for JCCC Members 5% discount for additional siblings attending the same session (not available with an early bird registration) Extended care is $ 35/week per child. What is included? Children get to participate in a variety of hands-on sessions including: Drama Martial Arts Music Cooking Dance Language History Arts and Crafts Geography And More!!! There are two snacks each day and one special activity day per week that may include an offsite trip. Children must bring a nutritious lunch and drink each day. Why register? Kamp Kodomo is run by a head instructor as well as many dedicated volunteers. This team knows that exposure to culture is the best way to ignite interest and to hand over tradition to the next generation. Together, they work to ensure that the children have a wonderful time in a safe environment. How to register Submit one (1) Registration Form for each child (see reverse). Return to the JCCC via mail, in person or via fax. Enrollment is limited to 20 children per week. Registrations will not be accepted until after March 23, 2015 Early bird registration deadline is April 30, 2015 (additional sibling discount is not available for early bird registrations) Registration deadline June 26, 2015 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5 Tel: 416-441-2345 Fax: 416-441-2347 Email: [email protected] Website: www.jccc.on.ca 26 Kamp Kodomo Registration Form July 6 – 24, 2015 Please Print Clearly Child’s Name: One Form for Each Child Last Child’s Home Address: First Number City Street Apt/Suite Postal Code Birth Date: Date Telephone, include area code Month Sex: [ ] Male Year Ontario Health Insurance Number [ ] Female Doctor’s Name Name of Parent or Guardian: Relationship to Child: [ ] Mother Contact During the Day: Phone No. Last [ ] Father Age: First [ ] Other, please specify: Work Telephone Number Cellular Phone/Pager Number Email Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Is there other important information about your child that you would like us to know? For example, friends at the program, special interests, sports, musical instruments or arts and crafts: Medical Conditions/Food & Other Allergies: Program Fees No. of weeks Sub-total Deduct 10% if you have JCCC Family Membership Deduct 5% for 2nd or 3rd child from the same family (not available with an early bird registration) Additional Extended Program Fee Total = = = = = ($180.00 per week before April 30th) ($200.00 per week after April 30th) = ($35.00 per week) Specify week: ( ( ( ) Week 1: Jul 6 - 10 ) Week 2: Jul 13 - 17 ) Week 3: Jul 20 - 24 = Payment is included by: [ ] Cheque (Payable to JCCC) (Debit Card payment accepted at JCCC reception desk) [ ] MasterCard [ ] VISA [ ] AMEX_________________________________ Number _______/_________ Expiry Date _______________ V-Code Payment and Withdrawal information: Fees can be made by current dated cheques, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX or debit card. Indicate the children’s names on the reverse side of all cheques. Include your VISA, MasterCard or AMEX information on this registration form if you wish to pay by credit card or if you are faxing your forms. Please note there is a $10.00 administrative charge for all NSF Cheques returned or for VISA, MasterCard or AMEX declines. Debit card payment in person only. Full payment must be made prior to session start date. Refund Policy: Refunds, less a $25.00 administrative charge per registrant, will be issued for all program session cancellation received in writing. Refunds are not available within one week prior to the program start date. Medical & Emergency Information: Please ensure that you provide all information requested on the registration form. A minimum of one program supervisor, coordinator or assistant is certified in Emergency First Aid Care and CPR. Special needs: Please contact the JCCC office and we will endeavor to accommodate them. Release: I hereby agree to the terms and conditions outlined above and hereby release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, its directors and officers, its staff, employees and volunteers from any liability concerning our child(ren)'s involvement in JCCC’s Kamp Kodomo and further agree that the use of all JCCC facilities is made at the risk of the applicant. The child(ren) & parent(s) agree, that any pictures taken during the program can be used in any promotion or advertisement by the JCCC. By signing below, parents/guardians and child (ren) agree to abide by all rules, regulations & standards of conduct as required by the program staff for the session for the enjoyment & benefit of all participants. Parent/Guardian Signature Date If you are registering more than one child, submit one (1) Registration Form for each child. Return to the JCCC via mail, in person or via fax. Enrollment is limited to 20 children per week. Registrations will be accepted after March 23, 2015. Early Bird deadline April 30, 2015. Registration deadline June 26, 2015. JCCC, 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1Z5 Phone: (416)441-2345 Fax: (416)441-2347 www.jccc.on.ca For Office Use only Receipt Number___________________________ Amount__________________ Date___________________________ 27 28 Nostalgia Night Registration Form (Early Bird registration until June 5, 2015) Name: _____________________________________________________ JCCC Membership: yes / no Contact email or phone#:______________________________________________ Early Bird Registration Registration After June 5th JCCC members $15 x _____ = ______ $20 x _____ = ______ Non-members $20 x _____ = ______ $25 x _____ = ______ Child (6-13) $5 x _____ = ______ $5 x _____ = ______ Table (10 people) $150 x _____ table(s) = _____ $200 x _____ table(s) = _____ Children 5 and under (FREE) $0 x _____ = ______ Total # of people: _____ Total fee: $ ______ Please PRINT the names of those whom you are paying for (including yourself): 1.______________________________ 6.______________________________ 2.______________________________ 7.______________________________ 3.______________________________ 8.______________________________ 4.______________________________ 9.______________________________ 5.______________________________ 10._____________________________ Final deadline to register is Friday June 26, 2015. For office use only Receipt #: ____________________ 29 Notes on the Nikkei Artists Exhibit, Artists Talk on March 15th, 2015 By John Ota, JCCC Arts Committee In vivid contrast to the worried talk about high levels of intermarriage and the eventual disappearance of Japanese Canadians from the face of the earth, the comments from four young female Japanese Canadian artists were all about uniqueness, finding their roots and preserving culture. Through sculpture, ceramics, etchings and dress design, the edgy works of Emma Nishimura, Hitoko Okada, Laura Shintani and Naomi Yasui express concerns about traditional Japanese elements, gender, internment, uprootedness and relationships between the generations. WARNING: This is more like a Yoko Ono conceptual art installation than pretty pictures. Nevertheless, the pieces are visually compelling as well as intellectually substantial. “There were stories that we were never told,” says artist Nishimura. “Now I want to know what happened.” Let the discoveries continue. 30 Photos courtesy of John Ota. 31
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