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

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,

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

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

Table of Contents TG Social Club’s Lillooet Cultural & Heritage Tour Tonari Gumi Outing Report – Sea to Sky Gondola Strawberry Daifuku Workshop Genki-Gumi Collaboration with Men’s Club Genki-Gumi Coquitlam Bowling! TG Social Club 3rd Anniversary Event 2R Renovation Update Community Services Resource Information Approving Access to Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Tonari Gumi English Family Caregiver Support Group Stay Safe This Summer: Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat and Poor

Join us for a fun and welcoming hands-on workshop with Sen from Kintoki Sweets! Learn how to make Strawberry Daifuku Mochi while connecting with others in the community. Whether you're new to Japanese sweets or simply love mochi, this class is a great way to learn, create, and enjoy together. This event will be held in English. 📅 Saturday, June 13 🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 📍 Tonari Gumi, 42 W 8th Ave, Vancouver 💲 $35 👥 Ages 13+ Spaces are limited. Register today: https://wl.do