Cultural events

Event Endorsement Guidelines for the 90th Anniversary of Japan-Canada Diplomatic Relations - Japan and Canada: A New Era for Cooperation -

2018 marks the 90th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada. We would like to spotlight “Japan and Canada’s New Era for Cooperation” described by leaders of both countries as a year of cooperation and exchange. For that reason, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan encourages proposals for a wide range of events celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Japan-Canada Diplomatic Relations.
Organizers of events endorsed by the Ministry will be entitled to use both the official name - "90th Anniversary of Japan-Canada Diplomatic Relations" - and the official logo in all publicity materials including posters, pamphlets, flyers, websites, signboards, and banners. The event will also be publicized on the 90th Anniversary of Japan-Canada Diplomatic Relations Event Calendar of the Embassy or Consulate General in the appropriate jurisdiction.
*The present logo can only be used for events held before or on December 31, 2018.

Event Endorsement Guidelines   |   90th Anniversary Event Calendar

The 35th Japanese Film Festival - Montreal

Free Japanese film screenings, presented by the Japan Foundation, Toronto, and the Consulate General of Japan in Montreal.
The films are in Japanese with English subtitles. Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis; no reservations required.

Location:

Cinémathèque québécoise
335 De Maisonneuve Blvd East, Montreal, QC

a) "Close-Knit"
Drama, 2017, 127 min., dir.: Naoko Ogigami
After being abandoned by her mother, 11-year-old Tomo is taken in by her uncle and his transgender girlfriend. Close-knit offers a heart-warming reflection on discrimination and ignorance and, more importantly, on the true meaning of family.

Date[s] and time[s]:

November 30 (Fri), 2018, at 6:30 p.m.

b) "Chihayafuru: Musubi"
Youth drama, 2018, 127 min., dir.: Norihiro Koizumi
The young members of a competitive karuta (classic Japanese playing cards) team stand together against the odds and the emotional turmoil they face, seeking to capture and hold on to a treasured moment forever. Can they overcome their opponents?

Date[s] and time[s]:

December 1 (Sat), 2018, at 1 p.m.

c) "La La La at Rock Bottom"
Drama, 2015, 103 min., dir.: Nobuhiro Yamashita
Redemption is key in this humorous story about an amnesiac thug turned singer. A powerful and moving tale that reveals human complexity, baring charms and faults alike, and will make anyone want to believe in second chances. Added bonus: great musical moments!

Date[s] and time[s]:

December 1 (Sat), 2018, at 3:20 p.m.

Events at the Bibliothèque de l'Université Laval and at Espace Japon

Location:

Bibliothèque de l'Université Laval, J.-C.-Bonenfant Pavilion
Université Laval, Québec, QC

a) French and Japanese language exchanges (Intermediate and Advanced Levels)

Date[s] and time[s]:

Monday, November 26, and December 10, 2018
French immersion from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Japanese immersion from 7:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Location:

Jean-Charles-Bonenfant Pavilion, Espace Japon, level 00

Fee:

Free

For more info:

Website

b) Japanese-style Christmas card workshop

Date[s] and time[s]:

December 15 (Sat), 2018, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Location:

Jean-Charles-Bonenfant Pavilion, 4th floor, room 4285

Fee:

Free (20 places available)

For more info:

Website

Ikebana International Monthly Activity

Koryu Shoutoukai School of Ikebana short demonstration and workshop.

Date[s] and time[s]:

November 27 (Tue), 2018, at 1 p.m.

Location:

Mountainside United Church
687 Roslyn Ave., Westmount, QC

Fee:

$20

For more info:

Email

JCCCM Holiday Craft and Food Sale

Crafts (pottery, origami, calligraphy, cards, gifts), baked goods, food, miso, tea room, etc.

Date[s] and Time[s]:

December 2 (Sun), 2018, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Tea room opens at 12:30 p.m.

Location:

Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal
8155 Rousselot St. (corner Jarry), Montreal, QC

For more info:

Website
*The JCCCM also offers multiple other activities, whose details are available on their website.

Salon des métiers d'art de Montréal

The largest Quebec arts and crafts show of the year. Japanese potter Yukari Hazama Iverson will be present (Loft Stand 160.6).

Date[s] and Time[s]:

December 6 (Thu) to 16 (Sun), 2018
Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location:

Place Bonaventure
800 De La Gauchetière St. West, Montreal, QC

Fee:

Free

For more info:

Website