Deputy Consul General Sugio Attends Opening Ceremony of the First Vancouver Japanese Film Festival (2026/9/11-13)

On September 11, Deputy Consul General Sugio attended the opening ceremony of the inaugural Vancouver Japanese Film Festival (September 11-13) and delivered opening remarks. In his remarks, he expressed his appreciation to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) and the Japanese communities in Toronto and Vancouver for their cooperation in organizing the Festival. He also highlighted the contributions of Japanese Canadians to Canada and the importance of cultural diversity in Vancouver and across the country.