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Calendar of EventsMarch/April/May 2007

March 3 & 4 Haru Matsuri9 Gujo Odori Night Workshop10 Karaoke Club12 Nikkei Kid’s and Asahi Day12-16 Spring Break Kamp Kodomo14 Last day of Asahi Exhibit16 Speaker’s Series: Kiyoshi Nagata 17 Haru no Uta Matsuri18 Taiko Workshop19 ~ First week of Spring Classes21 Manju Workshop24&25 Katari Japanese Story Telling29 Movie Night “Hana yorimo nao”30 Gallery Exhibit Opens: Sleeping Beauty

by tomolennon

April 6 Good Friday – JCCC closed7 Karaoke Club18 Manju Workshop21 Karaoke Club26 Movie Night “Hula Girls”29 Mochitsuki for Bazaar

May 4 Sushi Bee for Bazaar5 Bazaar10 Japanese Pop Concert “Kazun/Cousin”16 Manju Workshop19 Karaoke Club21 Victoria Day – JCCC closed26 Karaoke Club31 Movie Night

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NIKKEI KIDS & ASAHI DAYCome on out and enjoy a fun day of activities to learn aboutNikkei heritage on Monday March 12, 2007. Nikkei Kids Dayis a great chance to involve grandparents, parents, and chil-dren in activities that will encourage children to begin researchabout their family’s Japanese ancestry. Sponsored by theJCCC Heritage Committee and Japan National TouristOrganization (Toronto).

Two free sessions to choose from: Morning 9-11am or Afternoon 1–3pm

At Nikkei Kids Day, children can:• Learn about their ancestral prefecture at special

kenjin kai displays• Design their own family crest (kamon)• Learn how to write their name in hiragana or katakana• Learn about ASTRO BOY and his creator Osamu Tezuka• View an anime feature movie• ASAHI BASEBALL EXHIBITION• And Lots More….!!!

There is no charge to participate in this event. A parent,grandparent, or an adult guardian must accompany each par-ticipant for the entire session. Activities are most suited forchildren 6 years old and up. Pre-registration is required.Please call the JCCC 416-441-2345 or email jccc@jccc.on.cato register. Try to wear a sports jersey in honour of the Asahibaseball team.

GUJO ODORI NIGHT WORKSHOPIn Japan, Gujo Odori’s long historybegins over 400 years ago. Every sum-mer, this sleepy town of 16,000 in GifuPrefecture puts on the festival over aseries of 31 nights. Today it attractsover 350,000 visitors and is one of thethree most famous dance festivals inJapan, and is designated a significantintangible folk cultural asset by theJapanese government. The fact thatthe festival can be enjoyed regardlessof age or skill makes Gujo Odori one of

the most accessible dance festivals in Japan.On Friday March 9, 2007 at 7pm, the JCCC will host 6

dancers from Gujo Hachiman, Japan, who will perform the 10dances of Gujo Odori and will also conduct a workshop session toteach participants some of these dances. Experience is not nec-essary – just bring your desire to participate!

This is a rare opportunity to experience a very unique work-shop. The workshop is free, but we encourage you to register inorder for us to better prepare for the event. Contact 416-441-2345or jccc@jccc.on.ca to register today!

FIFTEEN SLEEPING BEAUTIES ARECOMING TO THE JCCC

Sleeping Beauty, a new exhibition by acclaimed Japanese artisttomolennon will be held in the Gallery at the JCCC from March 29to April 28.

Sleeping Beauty is a collection of fifteen full-sized portraits inwhich women’s dream worlds are visualized. The women appearas the princess of their dreams. In collaboration with other accom-plished artists - photographers, make-up artists, hair stylists andfashion designers from in the fashion industry in Toronto, tomolen-non has created the womens’ ideal images. To create the finalwork, the subjects are photographed while sleeping in their dreamset . Afterwards their dream world painted on huge, life-size can-vases. The subject’s dress is also sewn into the canvas to createthis fascinating meeting of art and fashion. tomolennon feels byincluding the dresses on the canvas it helps us recognize thedream world is not simply the imagination but a real image – thedresses connect imagination with reality.

tomolennon received “Best Visual Artist of the Year” honoursfrom NOW Magazine (2002) and Eye Magazine (2003). His workhas been featured in books, magazines and other media includingOMNI television’s “Metropia”. And he has exhibited his worksoverseas, in Canada, U.S., China and Japan. As curator, he devel-oped the charity art exhibition, “Let’s Have a Dream”, artists fromboth Canada and Japan include Yoko Ono (2002); the exhibitionfor Canadian and Japanese artists who are inspired by Japaneseculture, Tokyo Doll(2003); and the live painting at the 60th com-memoration of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki atToronto’s City Hall(2005).

Opening Reception: Thursday March 29 at 7–9pmExhibition dates: March 30 – April 28, 2007

Photo courtesy of Neil Schmidt

JCCC GIFT SHOP NEWSBook title: The Chi of the Dragon Price: $31.50(JCCC Member 10% discount applies)We have great news for people interested in Sumi-e! Recentlywe have begun stocking The Chi Of The Dragon, written byMoria Mudie, a former president of the Sumi-e Artists ofCanada. A frequently visitor to Hong Kong and China, Mudie,through The Chi Of The Dragon, introduces the reader to Sumi-ethrough its origins in China and its rich philosophy.

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JCCC BAZAAROur annual JCCC Bazaar is on its way! Join us on SaturdayMay 5, 2007 from 12:30-5:30pm for a great afternoon of food andbargains. From sushi to sweets to shirts to stemware the JCCCBazaar has it all.

We appreciate the fantastic support of all of our donors andthe community and hope that you will consider helping us outagain this year. We have started accepting donations at the Centreas we prepare for the big day! We are also looking for any volun-teers to help with preparation before and on the day of the Bazaar.Please contact Christine Takasaki at the JCCC (ext. 221) if you areinterested. Thank you again for all your support. We look forwardto a successful 2007 Bazaar!

Hana yorimo nao is the new film from"Dare mo Shiranai (Nobody Knows)"director Hirokazu Koreeda. The year is1702. A young samurai, SozaemonAoki has left his countryside hometownand is now living in Edo in search ofJubei Kanazawa - the man who killedhis father. He is living in a dilapidatedtenement house, in the poor quarters

of Edo. His neighbors in the so-called "row houses" are all good,solid folk who can never even hope to rise out of the squalor oftheir surroundings. Sozaemon, the provincial samurai, becomesfriends with a variety of characters including a habitual drunk, anunsuccessful would-be petty official, a ragman, a perky girl, a doc-tor, and a scrivener. As the relationships between the charactersunfold, we are led deeper into the blossoming love story ofSozaemon and the beautiful widow, Osae.

Although he has never forgotten his task to find his father'senemy and to succeed in his vengeance, being around Osae and

her son, Sozaemon feels a warm feeling inside, which leads todoubts about the entire act of revenge. However, to walk awayfrom the revenge act could actually bring his entire family down;not only would he be without the reward from the Shogun, butalso, as a samurai, his failure to seek revenge would be an act ofcowardice, and a disgrace to the entire family name. With a lifeenriched by new friends and relationships, Sozaemon must nowrisk it all to find a way to exact his revenge on the man who killedhis father.

Hana stars Junichi Okada, Rie Miyazawa, Tadanobu Asano,Teruyuki Kagawa and Ryo Kase

Date: Thursday March 29, 2007Time: 7pmAdmission: $7

$5 JCCC members

MOVIE NIGHT : HANA YORIMO NAO

SPEAKERS SERIES: TAIKO TEACHERAND PERFORMER KIYOSHI NAGATA

Kiyoshi Nagata has beenperforming taiko since theage of twelve in a careerthat has spanned twodecades. His principlestudies were with Japan'sGrand Master drummer,Daihachi Oguchi (as artisticdirector and performer ofthe Toronto-based, SuwaDaiko group from 1982-1992) and with Kodo (as anapprentice from 1993-1994). Through a ChalmersGrant in 1999, Kiyoshistudied classical percus-sion privately with Paul

Houle at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Apart from leading hisprofessional group, the Kiyoshi Nagata Ensemble, Kiyoshi is regu-larly invited by universities and taiko groups to give workshop andlectures.

In 1994, Kiyoshi founded the cross cultural percussionensemble, Humdrum, whose debut Toronto performance wasranked fourth in Now Magazine's "Top Ten Concerts of 1995". Hehas composed and performed taiko music for dance, theatre, filmand radio and continues to collaborate with artists from all genresof music, including Japanese instrumentalists. Last month,Kiyoshi was the featured entertainer at JCCC’s “The SpaceBetween” Gala.

Come join us on Friday, March 16, from 7pm in the JCCCHeritage Lounge for a talk hosted by "Nikkei Voice" newspaperwriter, Norm Ibuki. Refreshments to be served afterwards.

Hana – a Samurai Dramafrom the Director of “Nobody Knows”

ASAHI BASEBALL EXHIBITION Just a reminder that the Asahi Baseball exhibit “Levelling thePlaying Field” is currently on display in the JCCC Gallery untilMarch 14, 2007. You will be transported back to the Powell StreetBaseball Grounds before the war. See artifacts and learn about theplayers who were heroes of their generation. The exhibition is openon the weekends only, but special weekday viewing can bearranged by phoning the JCCC reception at 416-441-2345.

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YOGA SPRING CLASSES AT THE JCCC

Are you suffering from sleeplessnights or chronic shoulder/backpain? Do you wish that your bodywas more flexible? Is your lifestylelacking in exercise? Do you want toimprove your circulation? Are yourecovering from injuries or an ill-ness? Or would you like to be morehealthy in general? If you answered

yes to any of these questions, then, Yoga is perfect for you. Yoga is an excellent exercise to balance you physically,

psychologically and spiritually. Yoga leads to a better posturethat affects your health tremendously. You can also expect torelease stress and improve concentration through breathingexercises in Yoga practices.

JCCC Shinshin Toitsu Yoga classes are suitable both formen and women. Our certified yoga instructors are all bilingual.Classes are taught in English but Japanese or English individualassistance will be provided depending on your preference.Course schedule and simple descriptions of two type of yogataught at the JCCC are as follows:

Hatha: Beginners to IntermediateTuesdays, March 27 to May 29 (10 weeks), 5:10–6:40pmGentle relaxing yoga. Uses postures and conscious breathingin combination with mental focus to develop a body’s flexibil-ity and endurance, correct body alignment, and promoterelaxation.

Ashtanga: Beginners to IntermediateThursdays, May 29 to May 31 (10 weeks), 5:10–6:40pmA highly energized and dynamic form of Yoga. Involves syn-chronizing the breath with progressive series of postures andimproves circulation, maximize strength, concentration andflexibility, and clams the mind.

Courses Fee: $99 + GST Drop-in class: $12.00 + GST

(JCCC non-members can join in drop-in classes)

Pre-registration is required. Class registration forms are avail-able on our website www.jccc.on.ca or at the JCCCReception Desk. A martial arts waiver form must also be filledout at the Reception Desk on the first day of class. In orderto guarantee quality of instruction, class sizes are limited soplease sign up soon.

HARU NO UTAMATSURI

In response to numerous public requests, Haru no Utamatsuri(spring songfest) a popular entertainment program is slated forJCCC Kobayashi Hall on March 17, 2007.

The evening will be filled with Japanese dances and nostalgicenka songs performed by our local talents and emceed by ourpopular Atsuko Nakayama and Noboru Yamamoto. Added is askit "Inaka no Haru" written and directed by Noboru Yamamoto.

Haru no Utamatsuri, March 17 from 6:30pm at the JCCCKobayashi Hall. For tickets and information, please call:

Evelyn Sato 416-752-6879Amy Toki 416-493-3576Keiko Omori 416-531-2749Etsuko Doyama 416-291-7002

CONGRATULATIONS SID!

On January 30 a conferment ceremony was held at the ConsulGeneral’s residence at which Sid Ikeda was awarded one ofJapan’s highest decorations, the Order of the Rising Sun(Gold and Silver Rays). The Order of the Rising Sun wasestablished in 1875 and is bestowed upon those who havemade outstanding contributions to promote foreign relationswith Japan.

It is hard to imagine anyone who has done more for theJCCC and community or who could possibly be more deserv-ing of this prestigious award. Congratulations Sid!

Shinshin Toitsu - Unify yourBody and Spirit

NISEI FUN TOUR TO JAPANOctober 29 - November 9, 2007

Shigaken World ConventionNov 8 – 17, 2007

Contact Joe Ohori 7 Foxmeadow RoadToronto Ontario M9R 1E3416-244-3574komaki@jtbcnd.com

2007 SPRING CLASSES AT THE JCCCTime to start thinking about signing upfor one (or more !) of the many classesoffered at the JCCC. Whether it’s hon-ing an already acquired skill or learninga new one, the JCCC has somethingfor everyone! The JCCC offers classesin traditional cultural arts, includingJapanese language classes for adults,as well as seven different disciplines ofmartial arts. Please see the spring class brochureor visit our website at www.jccc.on.cafor full details and information aboutthe many activities at the JCCC.

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GUITARIST MASA SUMIDEOn Monday, March 12, 2007, the Toronto Fingerstyle GuitarAssociation (TFGA) will be presenting the Canadian Premiere ofJapanese Guitarist Masa Sumide. The venue is Hugh's Room at2261 Dundas Street West. The TFGA is a non profit organizationthat creates opportunities for virtuoso guitarists from around theworld to premiere their music in Toronto.

You can find out more about Masa at: <http://www.torontofingerstyleguitar.com/sumide.html>

THE NJCA NEW YEAR'S FESTIVALSubmitted by NJCA

On January 28, the NJCA cele-brated its 30th anniversary of itsfounding at the New Year'sFestival at the JCCC. With thesnow gently falling, the first 100children were excited about O-Toshidama give-out. The crowdenjoyed the traditional O-Tososake, Urasenke tea, Kakizomecalligraphy and many other

exciting booths including great food. Many people including chil-dren were in kimono. Shinobue flute, Taiko and Shi-shi-mai drag-on dance enhanced the festive atmosphere while children enjoyedtraditional Japanese games. After the Mochi-Tsuki demonstration,people enjoyed the rich entertainment on stage. The large army ofvolunteers made this exciting event possible.

JCCC TOKEN KAISubmitted by JCCC Token Kai

Token Kai members are asked to bring their “beaters” or salvageswords for this hands-on workshop. Doug will be take youthrough the finishing techniques in polishing and will show us howto make and use fingerstones, nugui, burnishing and creating theboshi. Doug’s last talk was highly informative and this workshopis not to be missed.

In addition, 2007 Token Kai membership dues ($20.00) will becollected and since you must be a member of the JapaneseCanadian Cultural Centre, you will be asked to show your Centremembership card at the time of renewal.

As usual, we will have a sell and trade table for our members.Please note that the table operates on a ‘buyer beware’ format andthe Club does not take responsibility over the products sold.Lastly, please note the change in the Club name from the TorontoToken Kai to the JCCC Token Kai.

Date: Saturday, March 31, 2007Time: 1–5pm (Hosaki Room)Topic: Sword Restoration WorkshopGuest: Mr. Doug Blain

JCCC CONCERTS IN KOBAYASHI HALL

2007 is shaping up to be a very excitingyear for new programming at the JCCC.Over the next few months the JCCC will bepresenting a wide variety of concerts: thewell known Japanese Pop Group "Cousin",Jazz legend Gene DiNovi - whose concertwill be recorded live to CD and much morebeing confirmed.

On June 21, the JCCC will present KatsuraSanshi, Japan’s most famous Rakugo-ka.Rakugo is traditional comic monologue thatdates back to the 17th century. More detailsin the April edition of the newsletter.

Join our mailing list today to receive up tothe minute updates on upcoming perform-ances, special events, films, occasional tick-et discounts & free passes and more. To join

send an email to specialevents@jccc.on.ca with the subject line"Mailing List".

All the best!Christine Seki

MOMIJI HEALTH CARE SOCIETY -ANNUAL BAZAAR MARCH 24, 2007

Submitted by MHCS Bazaar Chair, Chris Okawara

Momiji Health Care Society staff and volunteers are hard at workplanning the upcoming Community Bazaar. It will take place onSaturday, March 24 at 3555 Kingston Road (at Markham Road)from 12-3:30pm. This is Momiji’s largest fund-raising event of theyear, providing support to our many community programs. Please think of us as you identify things you no longer need –plants, Japanese ware, crafts, paperbacks, toys and children’sbooks are special favorites. The sushi, manju, karinto and bakedgoods booths will also be glad of your contributions – they arealways early sell-outs.

Become involved as a volunteer. Ask about our manju andsushi bees (we have jobs for the inexperienced too!); offer yourhelp in setting up, tearing down and in manning the various sta-tions. If you are able to help in any of these tasks, please contactJovel Patricio at the Momiji office (416) 261-6683 to be put intouch with the correct team.

Finally, come out on March 24 to meet your friends, enjoysome Japanese cuisine and hunt for bargains. We hope to see youall there!

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MARCH VIDEO SCREENINGS ATTHE JAPAN INFORMATION CENTRE

by the Consulate General of Japan

CALEDON PLACECaledon Place is open now for reservations. Book your private,family, community or corporate outing. Use of the expansive 85acre property is at NO COST.

The new, Japanese Canadian owner would love to see peo-ple use the property to enjoy the beauty of nature at its best. Itis a great place to hold meetings and have an overnight stay.Bring your cross country skis, sleds, and toboggans. Downhillski resorts are close by too. You can enjoy the beautiful prop-erty including three spring fed ponds stocked with trout for icefishing, beautiful park area, and natural forest. Caledon Place isthe perfect summer place to hold your picnics and outings withfishing and farming facilities. All you need to do is to contactDick Kumamoto at 416-755-9070 to make your booking.

Caledon Place is located on Hwy. 10, 1km north of theTown of Caledon on the west side. Please look for the CaledonPlace sign!

44th Annual Ikenobo Ikebana FloralShow - “Utsuku Shiki To Wa”

submitted by Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Toronto

Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Toronto’s 44th Annual Floral Show,entitled, “Utsuku shiki to wa” (loosely translated, “as for beau-ty”), will be held on Sunday March 25, 2007 at the JapaneseCanadian Cultural Centre (JCCC).

For the occasion of our 44th Floral Show, IkenoboHeadquarters will be honouring us with the expertise ofProfessor Mitsuko Kato to conduct the demonstrations.Professor Kato has distinguished herself in the area of FreeStyle and Meiji Rikka (two styles of Ikenobo) for which she wasbestowed the coveted “Tachibana Sho” by the Headmaster.This promises to be a unique opportunity for all our students ofIkenobo to benefit from Professor Kato’s workshop which willbe on Friday, March 23, 2007. Ikenobo students – please con-tact your teacher now for more details and to sign up for theworkshop.

Our tearoom will once again serve delightful snacks. New &“new to you” vases will be on sale. Quantities are limited socome early for the best selection. Admission is $5 and thedoors will open from 1-5pm. For more information, call 416-229-9950 or 905-839-0535.

NJCA 30TH ANNIVERSARY BOOKby the Consulate General of Japan

The NJCA's beautiful 30th anniversary book isnow ready for distribution. The 186 page bookcontains articles and stories of the NJCA's pastand present. It also includes information aboutthe NJCA, its affiliate organizations andprojects. It has a lot of memorable pictures,useful records and statistics. It is free for NJCAmembers and $10 for non-members. Enquiry:Mr Nagaishi 416-644-1240 or Mr Miuranobbym@idirect.ca.

Feel free to drop in with your lunch andenjoy the sights and sounds of Japanon our Event Room’s large moviescreen and theatrical sound system.Admission is free, and you’re bound tolearn a lot about Japan in the process!

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 2007, 1:45-2:30pm

Japan Video Topics

• Japan World Heritage Sites: Nara – Japan’s AncientCapital

• Cutting Waste With Lasers• Flower Dolls• Wildlife Rescue Volunteers• Kyoto on a Budget• Wood That Won’t Burn• Wrap It Up, Japanese Style• Fooling the Eye• New Life for Old Houses• Ridding the World of Landmines• Centrair – Japan’s Newest Hub Airport

FRIDAY, MARCH 9 2007, 12:10-1:10pm

Daily Planet Goes to Japan – Episode 2 (Don’t miss this fas-cinating 5-part Discovery Channel series brought to you inpart by the Consulate General of Japan!)

Japan Video Topics

• City of Countless Faces• Art of the Compact• Keeping the Expressways Safe• Weaving Works of Beauty

(N.B. There will be an encore screening on Wednesday,March 21 at 1pm.)

FRIDAY, MARCH 30 2007, 12:10-12:40pm

JIC Collection Signature Series:

Kokoro: The Heart Within – Nature - Giver of BlessingsThis program illustrates the deep and embracing mystery theJapanese feel when enveloped by the richness of nature. Also discussed are haiku poetry and one of Japan’s greatesthaiku poets, Basho, who was able to enter nature and expressthrough his poetry some of the deepest of heartfelt emotions.

For additional information, contact the Japan InformationCentre, Consulate General of Japan at 416-363-5488.

WAKAYAMA KENJIN KAI

Wakayama Kenjin Kai will be holding their annual Shin BokuKai party on Sat April 7, 2007. It will start at 1pm and will beheld at the Toronto Buddhist Church , 1011 Sheppard Ave. W.Toronto.

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Mrs. Betty Asano 25Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Eto 50Mrs. Shizuko Fujimoto 30Mr. Lawrence Heron 100Mr. and Mrs. Kaz Ishii 50Mr. Shozo Ishikawa 80Mrs. Sumi Iwasaki 100JCCC Karaoke Club 500Mr. Fred Kagawa 10Mr. and Mrs. Ken Kameoka 15Mrs. Sachiko Kawai 200Mrs. Ayako Kohara 20Mr. Michael Maruno 50Mrs. Kay Mende 25Mrs. Mary Tomie Mizutani 30Miss Amy Murabayashi 20Mrs. Mae Nagasuye 30Mr. Mitsuru Nagata 30Mr. and Mrs. Bill Nakagawa 25Mr. and Mrs. Yaki Nakashima 100Mrs. Mutsuko Nishikawa 15Miss Amy Nishio 50Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nobuto 50Miss Patricia Ogura 30Mr. and Mrs. Takashi Otsu 50Mr. and Mrs. Shigeo Seko 15Mr. and Mrs. Richard Shiozaki 1,000Mr. and Mrs. Tsuzuku Takeuchi 100Toronto Kohaku Utagassen 3,000Mr. and Mrs. Yoshinori Uyeda 100

In Memoriam

In memory of Ayako Ruth SaegusaMr. and Mrs. Richard Aoki 25Mr. and Mrs. Roger Harnock 35Ms. Eliko Irie 50Mr. and Mrs. Kiyo Ise 25Ms. Lynne Kelley 25Mrs. Miyoko Masaki 50Mr. and Mrs. Robert Masaki 50Mr. and Mrs. Sam Matsuo 25Mrs. Haruko Nakashima 25Ms. Christil O'Handley 50Mr. and Mrs. David Omori 25Ms. Nobuko Sagara 50Mrs. Bessie Shimoyama 30Mr. Arthur Suzuki 50Mrs. Kay Tazumi 50Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ura 50Mr. and Mrs. Ben Van Berkel 30

In memory of Cecil OkawaraMr. and Mrs. Harvey Okawara 100Ms. Louise Okawara 100

In memory of Dana (Iwai) BrownMrs. Elaine Iwai, Darryl & Joan 1,000

Dean & Kelly & Families

In memory of Dorothy KagawaMr. and Mrs. Terry Adachi 25

In memory of Fred Tokiyoshi KusanoMs. Anita Balter 50Mrs. Jan Bartlett 25Ms. Helen Beach 20Mr. And Mrs. Keith Carscadden 25Mr. and Mrs. Bob Davis 50Mr. and Mrs. Ted Harada 50Mr. Ken Hayashi 25Mr. and Mrs. Yo Kato 25Ms. Christine Kwiatkowsky 20Ms. Brenda MacKay 20Ms. Louise Martin 50Mrs. Miye Matsuoka 25Mr. and Mrs. George M Nagahara 25Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Nakamura 25Dr. Rick Nishikawa 25Mr. Sam Noda 25Mrs. Kaye Oda 20Mrs. Peggy Ohara 20Mr. and Mrs. Mack Oikawa 25Mrs. Donna Pignatoro 25Royal Bank of Canada Internal 100

Audit Services Mrs. Ruth Saito 20Mrs. Helen Sakaguchi 50Mr. Ken Sakaguchi 50Mr. and Mrs. Tosh Sakura 25Mr. Daniel Slupeiks 25Mr. and Mrs. Yosh Togawa 40Toronto District School Board Special 50

Education Hearing-ItinerantMrs. Masako Wani 25Mrs. Toki Watte 20Wynford Seniors' Club 50

In memory of Kaz KayaharaWynford Seniors' Club 50

In memory of Ken MoriMr. George Takahashi 25

In memory of Mary WakabayashiMr. and Mrs. Mitsuo Nishimura 20

In memory of Natsuko KamitakaharaMrs. Hisako Shinkoda 50

In memory of Sally TanakaMr. and Mrs. Gordon Sakamoto 25

In memory of Shogo NakaiMr. and Mrs. Arthur Kobayashi 30

In memory of Tom ShoyamaThe Frank Hori Foundation 1,000

In memory of Yosh KishimotoMrs. Teiko Kishimoto 100Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hashimoto 50Mr. Masanobu Nakamura 20Mrs. Yukiko Nakamura 100Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nishino 50Mrs. Kaye Oda 20

In memory of Aiko Suzuki Gendai GalleryMs. Narumi Hyatt 50

Gala

Mrs. Sachiko Moriyama 1,000Torstar Corporation 200

Supporting Member

Leader:Mr. G Inamoto and Ms. J Kennedy 450Mr. Mitsuyoshi Ito 480Mr. and Mrs. Tsugio Tanaka 500Mr. and Mrs. Roy Uchimaru 515

Partner:Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Azuma 115Mr. Brent Borgundvaag 120Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ikeda 150Mr. Takashi Iwata 160Ms. Nancy Jacobi 120Mr. and Mrs. Yo Kato 150Ms. Kyoko Kitazaki 130Mrs. Barbara Kuwahara 150Mr. Hideo Matsumoto 130Mr. and Mrs. Tets Mori 150Mrs. Mary Morita 130Mr. and Mrs. Shizuhiko Nishisato 115Mr. B Shuttleworth and

Ms. M Yano-Shuttleworth 100Ms. Emiko Sumi 130Mr. and Mrs. Paul Takasaki 100Mr. and Mrs. Frank Usami 150Mr. and Mrs. George Uyeyama 150

DONATIONS TO THE JCCCAs of Febraury 8, 2007

The JCCC gratefully acknowledges the following donations:

The Wynford Seniors Club meets every first and third Wednesdayof each month from September to mid-June at the JapaneseCanadian Cultural Centre. The members get together from10:30am to approximately 2:30pm to participate in various activi-ties. A Japanese lunch is available for $5 at every meeting. If inter-ested, please drop in for a visit and join the fun!

The new Wynford Seniors Executive committee for 2007 is:

President: Betty MoritsuguVice President: Frank MoritsuguSecretary: Sue Nakamura

Treasurer: Kay NagaoMembership: Tomi HiraishiSunshine Convenor: Kim SakauyeSocial Convenor: Nellie Sue-Ping

Asst. Tak SagaraTravel Convenor: Koto AdachiAudio Visual: Frank Kitazaki

Assts. Koji Fukuma, Tak SagaraAuditors: Terry Idenouye, Tad OguraGroup Leaders: A) Ruby Fukumoto

B) Betty MoritsuguC) Tak SagaraD) George Tsushima

WYNFORD SENIORS 2007 EXECUTIVE

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March 2007

Gifting Securities Can Save You Tax

Have you thought about making a charitable donation to the JCCC? If you have securities such as stocks or mutual funds and have thought about selling a portion of them, on which you will have capital gains – you will have to pay tax. If this might be your situation, you may be able to reduce your capital gains tax by gifting these securities to a registered charity.

Donate your capital gains - reduce tax

As we have mentioned in previous Cranes articles, the gifting of securities was in last year’s federal budget. The May 2, 2006 announcement by Minister Jim Flaherty made it more attractive to gift securities to charities. The budget stated that charitable donations of publicly listed securities such as stocks and mutual funds are exempt from capital gains taxation on gains triggered as a result of the gift to charity.

What is a Qualifying Security?

Investments that will be eligible for this special tax treatment include: • Shares, rights and debt obligations (typically bonds or debentures) that are listed on the stock exchange. • Shares of Canadian public mutual fund corporations and units of mutual fund trust. • Interest in a segregated fund trust. • Bond debenture, note or mortgage of the Canadian Federal or provincial governments.

To determine your tax benefi ts of donating securities go to www.giftabulator-beta.com

Contact Bill Petruck at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre 416-441-2345 or wpetruck@fundingmatters.com for further information.

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