Welcome to
TONARI GUMI
Providing Support for the Japanese Canadian Community since 1974
What we do
For almost 50 years, Tonari Gumi has been building relationships and connections with the Japanese Canadian community throughout Metro Vancouver. From its early days as a group of Japanese Canadian community volunteers, Tonari Gumi has always been strongly focused on being a supportive community organization. It continues to serve the needs of its members and wider community, helping them navigate life in Vancouver with greater independence. In addition, Tonari Gumi also helps them achieve health, wellbeing and happiness.
Thank you for your support!
Tonari Gumi relies on donations as our principal source of ongoing funds. We extend our sincerest appreciation to the community for the many in-kind and monetary donations we receive. It is your generosity that allows us to provide our support services and programs. Thank you!