The 2023 JCAM GALA dinner feels very special now that we have "weathered the storm" over the past 3 years and JCAM has reemerged under a rainbow of success. "Keizoku wa chikara nari" is a famous Japanese proverb which literally translates into "Persistence Pays off." This proverb sums up all the efforts of our members, volunteers, employees, and our board! Let's continue to strive to keep our centre a home to be proud of and shared by all.
Our guest of honour for the 2023 JCAM Gala Dinner is Ms. Isha Khan, CEO of the Canadian Museum of Human Rights. Ms. Khan is a lawyer, educator, and community leader dedicated to building a culture of human rights in Canada.
Our 2023 JCAM Community Awards will also be presented. The Gala Dinner provides the opportunity for us to celebrate the contributions of those who keep our community thriving.
We are so excited to present two Community Service Awards. They will be presented to Mrs. Kathy Grabowski and Mr. Harvey Kaita.
This year will be the inaugural year for our new award, the "Bill Norrie - Community Supporter Award" being presented to former mayor, Mr. Brian Bowman!
This year, JCAM Gala Dinner guests will have a chance to meet members from across Canada as the National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) hosts its annual meeting in our city. Over 100 delegates are invited to our centre to work for the betterment of all the cultural associations across Canada. The NAJC meeting agenda is a discussion to build capacity of membership as well as succession planning.
The Gala Dinner is the one annual event when the majority of us get to sit back and enjoy an evening with family and friends. It provides a wonderful opportunity to catch up with one another. Join us for an evening of laughter, lively conversation, and even a maskless hug or two!
日時：2023年9月23日 カクテル 午後6時 夕食 午後6時半
場所：カナダイン・ポロパーク 1405セント・マシュー アベニュー
2023年度のＪＣＡＭギャラディナーは、3年のコロナ禍を乗り越え、とても特別なものに感じられます。
こうして乗り越えられたのも、「継続は力なり」という言葉に示されるように、ＪＣＡＭのメンバー、ボランティア、従業員、そして、理事会の努力の賜物だと思います。
ＪＣＡＭを皆様の誇り、そして、共有できる空間、第二の家として、引き続き、盛り立ててまいりましょう。
今年のゲストスピーカーはカーン・イシャさんです。彼女はカナダ国立人権博物館のＣＥＯであり、弁護士、教育者、人権運動に邁進するコニュニティーリーダーでもあります。
また、ＪＣＡＭコニュニティー賞も、発表されます。このギャラディナーは地域の貢献者を表彰する素晴らしい機会でもあります。
さらに、今回はＮＡＪＣの恒例のミーティングがウィニペグで行われるため、このディナーの場で、カナダ全域のメンバーと交流できる貴重なイベントです。私たちの文化センターの発展に努めるため、100人以上の代表者がウィニペグへ招かれています。
一年に一回のギャラディナーで、皆さまが、ご家族、ご友人と楽しい時を過ごして頂ける、素敵な一夜となるでしょう。
是非、奮ってご参加いただき、笑いと歓談に包まれた、マスクなしのハグを楽しんでいただけたらと思います。
Gala Dinner Keynote Speaker
Ms. Isha Khan
CEO, Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Isha Khan (she/her) is a lawyer, educator and community leader dedicated to building a culture of human rights in Canada and beyond. She assumed her role as CEO of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in August of 2020.
Born in Winnipeg, she holds degrees from the University of Manitoba and the University of Victoria. She worked in private practice in Calgary before returning home to lead institutional development and change management at United Way Winnipeg. She served at the Manitoba Human Rights Commission, first as legal counsel and then as Executive Director, moving forward several important rights-based initiatives and public education campaigns. Before assuming her role at the Museum, she was appointed by the Government of Canada to review the conditions of incarcerated people in segregation in federal penitentiaries.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, she is also a dedicated community volunteer who served as Board Chair of United Way Winnipeg.Throughout her life, Khan has helped build communities where everyone is respected and empowered to reach their full potential. She continues that work at the Museum, engaging people around the world in a growing movement for hope and human rights.
Bill Norrie - Community Supporter Award Recipient
Former Mayor Mr. Brian Bowman
Brian is born and raised in Winnipeg and is Metis, being a proud citizen of the Manitoba Metis Federation. He was elected as mayor of Winnipeg in 2014 and re-elected in 2018.
As mayor, he has hosted visits from Setegaya (one of Winnipeg’s sister cities). He has supported JCAM’s 2017 signing of the Indigenous Accord and acknowledged JCAMs making of cranes for Ma Mawa Wi Chi Iata Centre as well as the Aboriginal Centre.
Brian and his family have attended the Japanese Pavilion many times as well as our gala dinners. He was one of the keynote speakers at our 2022 Gaman dinner honoring our seniors.
JCAM Community Service Award Recipient
Mr. Harvey Kaita
Harvey is a lifelong resident of the Winnipeg Community and the Japanese Canadian community.
His work with the Manitoba Buddhist Temple includes being on its Board since 1990 and having served as President for many years, a title he currently holds. He is also on the board of the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temples of Canada.
As president of the Temple, Harvey has been an inspiration leader for the congregation having led them through renovations of the kitchen, classrooms and hondo.
He has also been a strong supporter of JCAM volunteering at Folklorama and supporting our ramen and udon events.
JCAM Community Service Award Recipient
Mrs. Kathy Grabowski
Kathy is a long term resident of Winnipeg and a long term supporter of the Japanese community.
She has performed with the Aurora Dancers for many years performing at various venues including Folklorama. She is a Horizon Club team leader. She volunteers for sushi and manju making at the Centre as well as at the Temple.
Kathy has looked after grocery purchases at the Centre and is a member of the Food Committee.
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