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Welcome Home Returning JETs!

Last month oversaw the departure of new JETs leaving for their new lives in Japan. This month, however, we welcome back all returning JETs, whether you were gone for one year or for five years. Welcome back to Canada!

It may seem strange to return to the land of oversized Wal-Mart’s, 24 hour bank access, convenient stores that are inconveniently located, people being loud and talking on public transit, as well as French-English labels on everything. But don’t worry, you’ll eventually re-assimilate and not feel so out of place. (more…)

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Sayonara Sugimoto-Sensei

As you may already know, our beloved JETAA Japanese Language teacher Yoko Sugimoto is leaving us after 13 years of teaching JET Alumni. As she will be greatly missed, it was only fitting that we said our goodbye and gratitude with a warm-hearted Soubetsukai Party.

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This was held Monday, June 17th on a gorgeous summer evening with a spectacular view of the CN tower in the West End. Much thanks are in order for Carey Heeney, who so graciously housed the party at her place and for also having an amazing track record when it comes to Japanese class, as she is Sugimoto-sensei’s oldest pupil having started the class in it’s 2nd year of running.

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Job Posting: Library Assistant

The Japan Foundation Toronto is hiring a new library assistant and that person could be you!

The Library Assistant is a full-time position for a period of one (1) year, renewable up to three (3) years. The successful candidate will be able to perform basic library tasks, as well as offer her/his research skills and knowledge of Japanese culture to assists patrons looking for specific information about Japan. He/she will also be available to work flexible hours, including some evenings and Saturdays.

Applications are due Friday, April 26, 2013. The position will begin in June 2013

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Job Post: Kamp Kodomo Summer Camp Leader

Kamp Kodomo at the JCCC is looking for an energetic, fun-loving individual to lead this summer’s series of day camp sessions.

The candidates main responsibilities are the planning, organization and leadership of all Kamp Kodomo activities for children between the ages of 6 and 12. In addition, the candidate will ensure that the necessary equipment and supplies are available. They will also perform administrative duties to support the program.

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The Great East Japan Earthquake – two years on

As we approach the second year anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 11, the Government of Japan would like to share this report with you. The update is on the current state of the country, including the progress made towards reconstruction, economic revitalization and crisis management.

The Great East Japan Earthquake – two years on

Japan’s top priority is accelerating the ”revitalization process”. The government will focus on policies that benefit economic revival, reconstruction and crisis management – the three main ‘pillars’ for enacting meaningful change.

Three Pillars

  1. Economic Revival:  For Japan, the most urgent issue is revitalizing the nation’s economy to ensure stability and future prosperity. 
    • Proof point:  More than 10 trillion yen (USD $106 billion approximately) will be set aside to stimulate the economy through job creation, enhancing innovation, reconstruction efforts, strengthening domestic demand and creating global opportunities.
  2. Reconstruction:  Japan will accelerate the reconstruction of disaster-affected areas and make concerted efforts to create a newly revitalized Tohoku Region.
    • Proof point:  The budgetary framework for reconstruction has been expanded from 19 trillion yen to 25 trillion for FY2011-2015 (USD $202 billion to approx. USD $266 billion). As a result, further funding for the reconstruction has been secured in the FY2012 supplementary budget and the FY2013 budget.
  3. Crisis Management:  In an effort to ensure readiness for any future crises or disasters, Japan plans to prioritize strengthening infrastructure and public facilities throughout the country.
    • Proof point:  Japan is making a major investment of 2.2 trillion yen (USD $23.4 billion dollars approx.) to restore and fortify social infrastructures such as schools, highways and bridges.

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