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For 100 Years of Healthy Living Recognizing and Preventing Fraud *** Awareness is the First Step *** Fraud has been increasingly featured in the news. Scams targeting older adults — through phone calls, text messages, and emails — are on the rise. To protect yourself, start by learning about common scams and how they work. ENGLISH SEMINAR with Japanese interpretational support during Q&A. Guest speaker:  Learning Events & Outreach Program Coordinator Date ＆ Time: Tuesday, May

Table of Contents Japanese Spring Vegetables Workshop TG Café Kitchen – A Taste of Traditional Japanese Cooking Work Experience Highlight: Jane Introducing UBC Community Service-Learning Students TG Members’ Birthday Party – March 26, 2026 Renovation Update: April March Outing: River Rock Casino Volunteer Music Instructors Wanted (Ukulele & Handbells) Volunteer Noodle Gathering – April 6 Community Services Resource Information Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Fraud Prev

Join us for a special visit to the historic Tashme Internment Site and the Grand Opening of the Tashme Research & Archive Centre. This trip will include lunch, guided tours, and the opening reception. Sites to Visit • Tashme Research & Archive Centre • Tashme Kindergarten Schoolhouse Date Sunday, May 3, 2026 Trip Schedule: Maximum 30 participants (first-come, first-served) 9:30 AM – Depart Tonari Gumi (42 W 8th Ave, Vancouver) 10:05 AM – Pick up at Lougheed Town Centre Statio

At the AGM, Tonari Gumi needs its members to approve the annual report! The AGM also gives members a chance to vote for policies, direction and Board members, as well as an opportunity to share opinions directly with the Board of Directors. We encourage all members to attend! Date and Time: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Location: Tonari Gumi, 101-42 West 8th Ave. Vancouver, BC For more information visit: www.tonarigumi.ca/agm

The date for this year's TG Golf tournament is Saturday July 11, 2026. Registration will open on April 1 through the TG Website. $225 per golfer, discounted $850 for a foursome. We hope to see you again!

Table of Contents Art Therapy at Genki Gumi Men’s Club Cookie-Making for Valentine’s Day 🌸 Hina Dolls on Display at TG 🌸 Baked Goods Donation Let’s Enjoy Japanese Movies Renovation Update: Building Permit Approved & Construction Underway Tonari Gumi Harrison Hot Springs Trip March Social Club: Let's Get Growing! Jan-Mar Tonari Gumi Birthday Invitation Community Services Resource Information VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM @ TG: March 9 ~ 27, 2026 For Those Who Wish to Receive

Dear Social Club Members, We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Social Club workshop: Introduction to Japanese Spring Vegetables This workshop will introduce healthy, easy-to-grow Japanese vegetables and herbs suited for spring. We will: Discuss five key plants Share growing tips Offer simple recipe ideas Provide seeds and seedlings to help you get started The session will also cover Sansai  (wild spring greens that can be foraged). A light lunch featuring dishes made

💬 Chat with fellow volunteers, share ideas, and connect! 📢 Hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities and our plans for 2026. 📅 Monday, Feb 23 | 1:00–2:00 pm 📅 Saturday, Feb 28 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm 💌 Interested? Email programs@tonarigumi.ca to register. 🔗 Zoom link will be sent after registration. 🌟 Whether you’re new or experienced, all volunteers are welcome!

Table of Contents Social Club: Late New Years Celebration Notice Regarding Donations During Renovation Outing Report: Tamio Wakayama Exhibition Nikkei Place Oshōgatsu Event March 9 ~ 27, 2026: Tonari Gumi CRA’s Community Volunteers Income Tax Program Onigiri and Japanese Workshop We’re Looking for Regular Volunteers! ⚠️ Important Travel Update: Construction on Broadway Jan-Mar Tonari Gumi Birthday Invitation 📣Messages from the Community📣 S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Newsletter Survey Ill