Event Reports

The popular networking event was Back! On Thursday, October 17th, at the cool Coaster in Shimo-kitazawa, CCCJ welcomed a vibrant crowd, ushering in various industries- marketing, legal, government and more- all eager to reconnect with fellow alumni.  The warm atmosphere coupled with a beer in hand...

On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the CCCJ hosted the latest installment of its Net-Zero Forum Series. The event presentations focused on Canada’s pivotal role in supplying critical minerals and resources for Japan’s energy transition, followed by a panel discussion. Over 70 participants attended...

On June 28th, CCCJ held Annual General Meeting to Japan at Embassy of Canada. Marc Bolduc, Chair welcomed members at the meeting. Riyo Whitney and Neil van Wouw, co-chairs of the Election Supervision Committee announced the result of governing board election and introduced elected Governors for...

TOKYO, JAPAN - Robert Walters Japan, a specialist professional recruitment firm and CCCJ member, announced the introduction of social security benefits for employees with same-sex partners on June 1st 2024.  Because same-sex marriage is currently not legal, same-sex partners in Japan miss out on...

Robert Walters, a corporate member, published a press release reporting trends in the hiring of foreign national candidates.  Over the years, an increasing amount of companies are focusing on boosting diversity in their hiring process due to the lower domestic workforce.  The report also discusses...

The Alumni Mixer made its triumphant return on Thursday, March 28th, at the cozy Hobgoblin Pub in Shibuya, after a hiatus since 2019. CCCJ welcomed a vibrant crowd, ushering in more than 80 attendees from various industries- marketing, finance, machinery, education, automotive, IT, legal, government...

The Alumni Mixer made it's triumphant return on Thursday, March 28th, at the cozy Hobgoblin Pub in Shibuya, after a hiatus since 2019. CCCJ welcomed a vibrant crowd, ushering in various industries- marketing, education, government and more- all eager to reconnect with fellow alumni.  The evening...

Happy International Women's Day!  Let's take a moment to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements of women globally. Investing in women isn't just about empowerment—it's about accelerating progress for everyone.   Here are inspiring messages from Governors of the Canadian Chamber of...

On Monday, March 4, 2024, CCCJ launched Stage 1: Mobility & Infrastructure of the Net-Zero Forum series at the Oscar Peterson Theatre in the Canadian Embassy in Japan. Attendees listened to seven presentations delivered by industry leaders, followed by a panel discussion. The event concluded with a...

On Tuesday, February 20th, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce held its 2024 Shinnenkai at HyLife Pork Table. Guests were swiftly greeted with their choice of drinks served by attentive HyLife staff and the delicious, appetizing aroma of sizzling pork—so enticing that a solo traveler almost became a...

It is election time once again, and we’d like to cordially ask you to help the Chamber, and help yourself become even more involved in the Canadian community in Japan, by running for the Board of Governors of the CCCJ! You will need to have another member fill out the document below if you wish to...