Events

Join us as we trace the stories of Japanese Canadians in Maple Ridge. We will visit the “Seiko-Udoku” exhibition at the CEED Centre and the Maple Ridge Museum. It’s a great opportunity to connect with the local culture and history.

Feeling something a little more seaside-oriented? The #351 Bus from Bridgeport to White Rock Centre is almost definitely what you’re looking for. Head straight up to the top level of the 351 from Bridgeport Station, there’s plenty to see on this 36-kilometre journey.

Join Us for Our May Outing! 🚍✨ Join us on Saturday, May 17th , for a Japanese Historical Walking Tour in Steveston! This trip will include visits to key historical sites and a chance to explore local markets. We will gather for lunch at the Steveston Community Centre , but participants should bring their own lunch or purchase food at the market. 📍 Tour Highlights: ✅ Kuno Japanese Garden✅ Steveston Fisherman’s Memorial✅ Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site✅ Fishe

Discover plants, culture and traditions in a tranquil Japanese Garden while learning about the history the garden.

Happy New Year! Join us for the first TG Social Club event of 2025 on Saturday, January 18th, and kick off the year with joy and laughter! Event Details: – Start the Year with Laughter Yoga! Date: Saturday, January 18th Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fee: $10 (includes a delicious meal!) Location: Tonari GumI-1F This event’s highlight is Laughter Yoga, led by Yasuko from Orange Cafe and their amazing volunteers. Inspired by the Japanese saying: 笑う門には福来る (Warau kado ni wa fuku k

We’re excited to announce our next Social Club gathering on Saturday, September 14th, from 11 am to 2 pm. We’ll be featuring Christian Cowley from Men's Shed, and our staff will introduce the launch of Men's Shed, a new project by Tonari Gumi. We’ll also celebrate the Moon Festival with delicious Tsukimi Udon and dango. We hope you can join us for this special event! Date : Saturday, September 14th Time : 11 am - 2 pm Fee : $8 Please register by September 9th. For registratio

Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024 Time: Information Sessions: 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM Drop in anytime 10 AM-3 PM for application assistance Place: Tonari Gumi 101-42 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada V5Y 1M7 Contact: help@jcwellness.org or 672-755-3486

Here comes the Harrison Hot Springs Tour, a Tonari Gumi’s annual retreat! This year, Tonari Gumi has booked 20 rooms for 40 members. Please join us! Date: February 20–22 (Tuesday to Thursday) Time: Check-in from 4:00pm and check-out by 11:00am Fees: Total $650, including two night accommodation (double occupancy ), two buffet breakfasts, a dinner in the Copper Room, resort fee and taxes. Subsidy:

Let's get together to start the season of Christmas! Obento lunch followed by a mini Christmas concert by Sakura Singers and Moody Singers Date: Saturday, November 25 Time: 12:00-3:00p.m. (Doors open at 11:30a.m.) Place: Tonari Gumi Fees: $10 for Tonari Gumi members, $20 for non-members For inquiries & registration contact Yuko, socialclub@tonarigumi.ca or 604-687-2172 ext.105 Looking forward to seeing you!

Date: Saturday, September 30 Time: Starting soba lunch at 12:00pm (doors open at 11:30am) and watch documentary after lunch Venue: Tonari Gumi RSVP: by Sep. 22 to Yuko at socialclub@tonarigumi.ca or 604-687-2172 If you are able to come earlier around 10:30am to assist making lunch and dessert, please let Yuko know.