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Call for Artists: Digital Media Residency at the JCCC
Theme: Setsubun / 節分
Residency Dates: December 1, 2025 – February 3, 2026

THE 2025 GRAND JURY AWARD AND KOBAYASHI AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD ANNOUNCED
This 2025 edition attracts the biggest audiences and most positive audience reactions in the Festival’s 14-year history.

Donations of interview footage
Sedai seeks interview recordings on Japanese Canadian history, please submit by August 31, 2025.

The Nisei Veterans’ Award
Honoring youth in JCCC Martial Arts and Odori Dance who reflect the spirit of the Nisei Veterans through values like loyalty and perseverance.

Jerrold McGrath Appointed Incoming Executive Director of Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
JCCC Appoints Jerrold McGrath as Executive Director, Enhancing Cultural Connections and Conti

The 14th Annual Toronto Japanese Film Festival Announces First Round Of Titles
TorontoJFF takes place in Kobayashi Hall at the world-renowned Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre from June 12 - 26, 2025.

Sakura Concert - Artist Ron Korb
Acclaimed Japanese Canadian Grammy flutist Ron Korb and his ensemble will have a special performance at the JCCC joined by koto and shamisen artist Aiko Fujii and the JCCC’s Kyowa Taiko traditional drum troupe and Odori Dancers.

The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre is Proud to Partner with Next Music From Tokyo
For Immediate Release – Toronto, Canada, October 2, 2024 – The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) has partnered with Next Music From Tokyo, to deliver the largest showcase of live performances by independent Japanese musical artists in the world outside of Japan