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Tonari Gumi
Tonari Gumi aims to help the Japanese Canadian community by providing a range of services, programs and events to Japanese Canadians.


Outing: Tamio Wakayama Exhibition at the Vancouver Art Gallery
Join us for a special outing to see Tamio Wakayama’s exhibition at the Vancouver Art Gallery on Thursday, January 22 , from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm . You may gather at Tonari Gumi at 10:30 am and travel together, or meet us directly at the Vancouver Art Gallery at 11:00 am . Gallery meeting point: Robson St × Howe St entrance. The guided tour will begin at 11:00 am , led by Mayu Takasaki , Tamio Wakayama’s partner, along with Tadafumi Tamura , a Japanese guide for this exhibit


Tonari Gumi Newsletter January 2026
Table of Contents Happy New Year 2026 from Tonari Gumi 🎄Celebrating the 2025 Christmas Party at Creekside Community Centre🎄 Adrian’s Work Experience in Canada Tonari Gumi Family Drop-In Christmas Party! UBC Community Service Learning Students 🧹Winter Clean-Up Week Complete!🧹 Community Services Resource Information Seniors Services Society of B.C. Podcast January 27th, 2026 Tonari Gumi Life Seminar Tonari Gumi Shopping Transportation Service Tonari Gumi Home Support: Light
TG Social Club Harrison Hot Springs Tour 2026
🌸 Tonari Gumi Annual Retreat 🌸 Relax in the hot springs and enjoy a worry‑free trip together! ✔ Mini‑Bus Available : Easy • Comfortable • Stress‑Free Travel Ideal for seniors – no driving required 📅 Dates: Wednesday, February 18 – Thursday, February 19, 2026 (1 night / 2 days) 📍 Location : Harrison Hot Springs Resort 100 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs, BC 🏨 Accommodation: 15 rooms / 30 members, Double occupancy Please register in pairs , West Tower – 2 Queen Lak


Tonari Gumi Holidays
Tonari Gumi will be closed on Boxing Day (Friday, December 26) and New Years (Thursday, January 1).
Services
Tonari Gumi offers a variety of paid services that are not normally provided by medical institutions and government programs.
Resources
A collection of resources to provide valuable, accessible information to enhance knowledge, skills, and well-being.
Updates
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Newsletter
Tonari Gumi releases a monthly newsletter with lots of stories and information. You can also read them online!
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