Upcoming Events

Canada is the third largest country for video game development in the world after Japan and the US. And the number of creative and development facilities across Canada is growing due to generous government support and a large pool of skilled talent. This makes it an attractive jurisdiction for Japanese companies looking to expand their footprint internationally, set up resources closer to the US, or simply access the talent pool via hiring or acquisition.

CCCJ invites you to The Canada-Japan Co-op Program (CJCP) Info session and the Reception to learn about CJCP, which is celebrating its 30^th anniversary of sending students to work in Japanese organizations. They will also share information about funding available to help make it more affordable for new organizations to hire Canadian co-op students, thanks to support from the Government of Canada.

Building on the success of the Thanksgiving work out + picnic event we hosted in 2021, the CCCJ Wellness Committee is thrilled to invite you to another Thanksgiving special with yoga, or run/walk, followed by a delicious turkey bento picnic!

Co-hosted with the Canadian Embassy Workplace Wellbeing Committee, this year’s event will feature a fireside chat with special guests to discuss how wellness has evolved in our business and daily lives.  

Our popular and longstanding North America - Europe Golf Challenge in Japan is back for the its 19^th installment! The tournament will be played on Friday, October 6, at the Atsugi Kokusai Country Club in Kanagawa prefecture. The tournament features a friendly competition between Team North America and Team Europe, along with Individual competition for everyone as well as a Women’s competition. Competitions aside, the tournament is focused on fun, seeing old friends, and making new ones.

Join us for an cultural exploration and insightful talks with cross chamber networking opportunities!

CCCJ members are invited to experience the innovation and creativity of modern art and industry at 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT. Situated within the Tokyo Midtown complex, epicenter of design culture in Japan, this institution serves as a hub where the future of design as culture is both discovered and crafted. Immerse yourself in the heart of the current exhibition "Material, or ", exploring the world of materials in contemporary design.

With a collaboration with Mitacs, we are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you for an exclusive opportunity to meet Dr. John Hepburn, CEO; and, Charles Achampong, VP International, of Mitacs. Mitacs is a Canadian non-profit organization that plays a pivotal role in fostering international innovation collaboration.