Activities of Consul General - February 2024

2023 JET Programme Welcome Back Reception 2024.02.28

On February 28, the Consul General held a reception in honour of JET Programme participants who had returned to British Columbia and Yukon in 2023 after finishing their tenure in Japan.

 

Consul General received donation for Noto Peninsula Earthquake Relief 2024.02.28

On February 28th, Consul General Maruyama received a donation for Noto Peninsula Earthquake Relief from Ms. Takahashi Yasuko, instructor of the Urasenke Tankokai Vancouver Branch, and heard about the Charity Chakai (tea ceremony) that was held at her residence on February 25th.

Consul General meets with Whitecaps GK Yohei Takaoka 2024.02.26.

On February 26, Consul General Maruyama met with Vancouver Whitecaps FC goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka and engaged in conversation.

Consul General meets with Sakura Sevens 2024.02.26.

On February 26, Consul General Maruyama met with the members of the Japan Women's Sevens National Rugby Team (Sakura Sevens), who participated in HSBC SVNS 2024.

Consul General visits Steveston 2024.02.21

On February 21, Consul General Maruyama and his wife visited Steveston, where they toured the Murakami House, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, as well as other facilities related to the Japanese Canadian community, and engaged in conversations with the people involved.

Consul General's attendance at the opening of the 42nd Parliament of British Columbia 2024.02.20

On February 20, the Consul General was invited to attend the opening of the 42nd Parliament of British Columbia, where he listened to Lieutenant Governor Austin deliver the speech from the throne. At the reception that followed, he spoke with the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, the Hon. Raj Chouhan, and other Ministers.

Consul General calls on the Hon. Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing, B.C. 2024.02.20

On February 20th, Consul General Maruyama paid a courtesy call on the Hon. Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing, B.C., in Victoria and exchanged views on government initiatives for housing issues and cooperation between Japan and British Columbia.

Consul General meets with Ms. Tina Lee, CEO, T & T Supermarket 2024.02.14

On February 14th, Consul General Maruyama met with Ms. Tina Lee, CEO, T & T Supermarket, and exchanged views on activities and issues in the food distribution sector.

Consul General meets with Mr. Chris O’Riley, President and CEO, BC Hydro 2024.02.12

On February 12th, Consul General Maruyama met with Mr. Chris O’Riley, President and CEO, BC Hydro and exchanged views on activities and issues in the energy field.

Consul General Maruyama Attended Speech Presentation held by JALTA 2024.02.11

On February 11, Consul General Maruyama attended the 24th Speech Presentation held by JALTA (Japanese Language Teachers Association). The Consul General listened to Japanese speeches by students studying the language and had conversations with them and others involved.

Consul General attends opening ceremony for Japanese company Daito Trust Construction’s new office in Canada 2024.02.07

On February 7th, Consul General Maruyama attended the opening ceremony for Daito Trust Construction’s new office in Canada and gave congratulatory remarks with Hon. Bruce Ralston, B.C. Minister of Forests.

Consul General meets with Mr. Blain Lawson, General Manager and CEO, BC Liquor Distribution Branch 2024.02.01

On February 1st, Consul General Maruyama met with Mr. Blain Lawson, General Manager and CEO, BC Liquor Distribution Branch (BCLDB) and exchanged views on cooperation between Japan and British Columbia in the liquor industry.