Japanese-Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal

Welcome to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal (JCCCM)!

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Opening Hours

JCCCM office : Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4 pm

Library Hours: Wednesday & Sunday 1 pm-4 pm, Thursday 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES AT JCCCM

<LIBRARY news>

Due to water damage, the books are moved to the upstairs. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Opening hours: Sun & Wed 1-4pm; Thurs 10:30 – 2:30. Borrowing Limit has been increased to 10 books at a time.

We have a small selection of Japanese books (novels, magazines, etc.) for sale ($1 each. CASH ONLY) at the JCCCM entrance. Available during the office hour.

<JCCCM SCHOLARSHIP 2026>

Congratulations to this year’s recipients, Allison Wolanyk and Ihaya Wong, who have each been awarded $500 to further their post-secondary studies.

Allison is a first year student in the Film production program at Concordia University, whose goal is to practice visual journalism and documentary filmmaking, in order to contribute to conversations about identity and community. She has been involved with the Arashi Daiko students’ group, as well as being a member of Shima no taiko. Over the years she has also participated in Mochi-tsuki and Matsuri events.

Ihaya is studying Electrical Engineering at College Montmorency, and is also working to support himself. He has been involved with the Hoshuko School, and has volunteered at Matsuri and Otakuthon, all of which have allowed him to strengthen his connections to the Nikkei community.

Thank you to everyone who submitted an application; we clearly received some strong applications this year, and feel that we were successful in selecting the two that showed the applicant’s dedication to local Japanese community activities, and an interest in furthering their implication.

<KAIWA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE: Sunday, February 8 & 22 , 1:30-3:30 pm>

Kaiwa is held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, from 1:30 – 3:30pm. Open to JCCCM members only. Limited space, no charge – sign up required. We ask that a minimum level of Japanese is required to participate; JLPT N5 / approx. JCCCM level 2B. To become a JCCCM member, visit our Membership page. Please reserved your spot at JCCCM Échange linguistique KAIWA language exchange (signupgenius.com), and kindly respect your reservation.

<SENIORS’ DROP-IN: Thursday, February 12, 10:30 am- 2 pm>

All Nikkei and Japanese seniors are welcome! The fee is $10. Please reserve your spot by February 9 by email to Reiko Nakajima <reiko_leojp@yahoo.co.jp> or by phone at 514-728-1996.

Drop-In logo by Mr. Toshihide Ikoma, our JCCCM volunteer.

<DROP- IN CAFÉ : Thursday, February 26, from noon – 2 pm.>

Freshly made Japanese sweets and a rice dish are available for takeout or eat-in. All Nikkei seniors are welcomed.

<JAPANESE COMMUNITY CHOIR “UtaOh Kai” : Thursday, February 26, 1 pm-1:45 pm>

No matter your experience, age or gender, anyone can enjoy singing with live piano accompaniment instead of karaoke. Let’s sing Japanese songs that everyone knows, such as seasonal songs, nursery rhymes, and local folk songs, in Japanese. Piano accompaniment: Kanae Nobori. Fees: $5 for JCCCM members, $8 for non-members. Call 514-728-1996 or email to Reiko Nakajima <reiko_leojp@yahoo.co.jp> to sign up.

<TEAM ORANGE : Sunday, February 1, noon – 3pm >

The goal of our group is to promote social well-being of the members of the Japanese community, by holding potluck lunches with activities such as crafts, singing/karaoke, etc. Seniors aged 90 and over, can have lunch at no charge. Reservations required. For more info, contact mnishi.jamsnetcanada@gmail.com.

<KODOMO CLUB : Friday, January 16 &30, 11 am – 3 pm>

Come join us at Kodomo Club with your little ones! It’s an opportunity for Japanese-speaking families with pre-school aged children to socialize and to exchange various information concerning raising children in Montreal. There will be a Japanese story-time at Kodomo Club this month. Fee $1. For reservation and more info, contact at kodomoclub.montreal@gmail.com

<NATTO AND MISO FOR SALE>

There is a limited quantity of miso ($6), ~~Natto ($4)~~ , ~~Koji ($14)~~ and soya beans (Non-GMO, $8/2kg) available to purchase at the Centre. Due to the popularity of these products, we are limiting sales to JCCCM members only. CASH ONLY. Please call for details 514-728-1996.