Communty Organisations

Founded in 1980, CCNC is a national non-profit organization with 27 chapters across Canada and a community leader for Chinese Canadians in promoting a more just, respectful, and inclusive society.

The Chinese Canadian National Council (CCNC) is seeking applications from energetic post-secondary students interested in a rewarding opportunity to work with a national human rights organization this summer in Toronto, Ontario.

Outreach Coordinator (2 positions)
Term – May 25 – July 24, 2009

Responsibilities:

• Outreach to communities, newcomers, seniors and youth

• Updating and redesigning our websites

• Researching Chinese Canadian history and current public issues

From the site:

A celebration of the diverse culture and achievements of Asian communities that play a vital role in the unique and multicultural mosaic of Canada. The focus is for Canadians to learn about the Asian Canadians in our society. and the role they play in this wonderful country of ours.

Link:

www.asianheritagemonth.org

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From the site:

Avec sa programmation variée, allant du cinéma d’auteur au cinéma de pur divertissement avec emphase sur le cinéma de l’imaginaire provenant des quatre coins de la planète, le festival Fantasia peut dire encore une fois « mission accomplie » avec plus de 77 000 spectateurs comblés lors de son édition 2006. Cette dixième édition a été notamment marquée par la participation d’un nombre record d’invités prestigieux provenant des quatre coins du globe (dont la Russie, le Japon, l’Angleterre, le Danemark, les États-Unis et le Canada). Plus de 200 réalisateurs, producteurs, acteurs, représentants de divers studios, distributeurs, programmateurs de festivals internationaux, journalistes étrangers ont participé à ces 19 jours de célébration cinématographique encore unique au Canada.

From the site:

The Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival is a unique showcase of contemporary Asian cinema and work from the Asian diaspora. Works include films and videos by East and Southeast Asian artist in Canada, the U.S., Asia and all over the world. Reel Asian has been named Toronto’s Best Small Festival by NOW Magazine: “(Reel Asian) strikes the best balance between cutting edge and community. Strong programming and deep roots attract a super-hyphenated tribe.”

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The Japan Foundation established a Toronto Office in November 1990, and its status was upgraded to that of a Cultural Centre in April 1995. To accommodate the expanded operations, a new facility opened in the Colonnade building at 131 Bloor Street West. The opening ceremony was held in September 1995, attended by Their Imperial Highnesses, the late Prince Takamado and Princess Takamado.