On Friday March 11th, 2022, JCAM president (Kelly Kaita) and JCAM secretary (Yuhito Adachi) had the privilege of presenting a Senbazuru to Mayor Brian Bowman and Lisa Blake (Manager of Protocol) – City of Winnipeg. The 1000 crane mobile was presented to the Mayor as part of the “Every Child Matters” and the “Truth and Reconcilliation” movements. However, with all that is happening in the world it also symbolizes “World Peace.” The crane has come to represent peace, love, hope, and healing.
City of Winnipeg – Mayor Brian Bowman, JCAM Secretary – Mr. Yuhito Adachi, JCAM President – Dr. Kelly Kaita