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Tonari Gumi
Tonari Gumi aims to help the Japanese Canadian community by providing a range of services, programs and events to Japanese Canadians.


Jewish Seniors Alliance of BC Seniors Peer Support Course
Septemer 2026 Class Registration Now Open! The Seniors Peer Support Course is designed to strengthen community-based programs that support older adults experiencing loneliness, social isolation, grief, or life transitions. Participating organizations, including Tonari Gumi, can train their volunteers in two evidence-informed programs: Friendly Visiting Training – focuses on social connection, companionship, and meaningful interaction with seniors. Seniors Peer Support Trainin


September ~ November 2026, Workshop Series for Seniors
For 100 Years of Healthy Living What are the "Concerns" and "Hopes" you wish to realize? *** Let's explore together: "What can I do?" to achive the "Hope" you wish for *** THIS WORKSHOP IS PROVIDED IN JAPANESE ONLY. If you seek semilar workshop in English, please contact Tonari Gumi Community Services (Kumi) by email services@tonarigumi.ca, or telephone 604-687-2172 ext. 301 In this workshop series, we welcome Chifuyu Casaclang (SADE Counselling), a psychological counsellor,


Tonari Gumi Newsletter August 2026
Table of Contents Looking Back on the 2026 Tonari Gumi Charity Golf Tournament A Message from Adrian to Tonari Gumi Summer Student: Rishona Men’s Fitness Class Bloedel Conservatory Outing Report Focus on Japan: Greg Girard Photography Exhibition Guided Tour Celebrate the 50th Powell Street Festival with Tonari Gumi! Community Services Resource Information Oak Tree Club Lunch Gathering – June 27, 2026 TG Community Services Volunteers gathering – July 9th Family Caregivers Supp


Hiring: Community Services Coordinator
Organization: Japanese Community Volunteers Association – Tonari Gumi Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Employment Type: Part-time to start, with the potential to become a full-time position Hours: 24 hours per week to start; hours may increase to 37.5 hours per week as the position develops Salary: $27.00–$32.00 per hour, depending on education, qualifications, and relevant experience Start Date: [01 Sep 2026] Application Deadline: [15 Aug 2026] About Tonari Gumi The Jap
Services
Tonari Gumi offers a variety of paid services that are not normally provided by medical institutions and government programs.
Resources
A collection of resources to provide valuable, accessible information to enhance knowledge, skills, and well-being.
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Newsletter
Tonari Gumi releases a monthly newsletter with lots of stories and information. You can also read them online!
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Tonari Gumi needs your help! As a non-profit organization, we rely on the kindness of others to keep offering our services.
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