programmes
The programmes offered by the Japan Society to its Members include:
- Luncheon and dinner meetings with Canadian and Japanese business persons, legal and accounting professionals, academics and senior government representatives, dealing with issues, initiatives, projects and ventures of importance and interest to Members of the Society;
- Orientations and seminars to introduce Japanese business customs and practices to Canadian business executives and their advisors;
- Presentations of all facets of Japanese culture, including art exhibitions, films and various performing arts of Japan, in Canada;
- Annual Ambassador’s Cup Golf Tournament held every summer, often at Glen Abbey Golf Course in Oakville, Ontario.
The Japan Society regularly works and cooperates with other organizations, such as the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan, the National Association of Japan American Societies, the Toronto Japanese Association of Commerce and Industry, and the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, to bring programming to Canadian business people, their professional advisors, academics and representatives of government.
2010 Spring Programme
May 2010
Lunch presentation by The Honourable Beverley J. Oda
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The first Canadian of Japanese origin to be elected to Parliament and become a federal Cabinet Minister, Ms. Oda will discuss her insights and understanding of Canada-Japan foreign relations and trade on Friday, May 28, 2010. She will highlight how Canada and Japan are working together in international development leading up to Canada's G8 Summit in Muskoka this summer. The presentation will be held from 12:00 noon in the offices of McMillan LLP, 44th Floor, Bay Wellington Tower. |
2009 Autumn Programme
September 2009
Lunch presentation by Gerry Fedchun
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Gerry Fedchun, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA), presented on the topic: The Automotive Industry - What Lies Ahead, on Monday, September 28, 2009. Gerry reviewed the present state of the auto industry in North America and discussed where APMA forecasts the industry is going over the next few years. A spirited question and answer session followed. Our appreciation to Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP who hosted the lunch in their offices in the Toronto-Dominion Bank Tower. |
October 2009
Lunch with Ambassador Tsuneo Nishida
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We are delighted to welcome the Japanese Ambassador to Canada to a luncheon presentation in his honour to be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2009. This will be a unique opportunity to dialogue with the present Ambassador both before and after his presentation, which is entitled Japan–Canada: Building New Bridges for our Common Future. We expect it to be a sold out event so please book your space immediately. The presentation will be held from 12:00 noon in the offices of McMillan LLP, 44th Floor, Bay Wellington Tower. |
November 2009
Lunch Presentation by William R. Farrell, PhD
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Bill Farrell is the Chair of the National Association of Japan American Societies (NAJAS). He holds a Doctorate in International Relations from the University of Michigan and has spoken and written extensively about Japan and US/Japan relations for almost four decades. Bill will provide us with learned comments on the historical context of, and an up-to-date perspective on, the relationship between America and Japan. The presentation is entitled From Black Ships to a Black President: Images and Reality in US/Japan Relations. We expect that Bill will have some interesting comments and reflections on the impact of the US/Japan relationship on Canada (if not formally, then during the Q&A to follow - come prepared). This event will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 12:00 noon in the offices of McMillan LLP. |
December 2009
20th Anniversary Events