JETAABC

We're the BC & Yukon chapter of the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme's Alumni Association.

09/26/2026

JET Programme is turning 40! 🥳

To celebrate, MOFA and CLAIR are hosting a JET40 event in November.

As part of the larger JETAA International community, there is an origami project spearheaded by our country representative, Shuaib Syed. We are all collaborating on a paper crane artwork to present at the anniversary event on behalf of JET alumni from around the world.

Strings of cranes will be hung on a horizontal rod. When assembled, one would see 40 in a white background with JET spelled out in red within it.

🕊️ How can you contribute?
1. Fold cranes (15cm x 15cm origami paper)
2. String 25 cranes (120 cm long - there will be extra string at the top for looping onto a horizontal rod)
3.Send cranes at the post office before October 3rd to:
Leah Chaves 102-0083 Tokyo-to Chiyoda-ku Kojimachi 1-7, Sogo Hanzomon Building 6th Floor, CLAIR Coordination Division
4. Send an email to [email protected] and [email protected] with the number of cranes folded and a photo. Or as a response to the JETAABC crane post.
5. Tune into the Anniversary event (details to come)

09/06/2026

📣Calling JET Alumni! The Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver is looking for JET alumni volunteers to help out with information sessions and tables in British Columbia. Please see the slides for more information.

If you are interested in volunteering for one of these recruitment activities, reply with your full name, years on JET (e.g. 2012-2015) and placement location to [email protected]. Indicate the information session or table location you are interested in.

Thank you!

08/11/2026

Did you know JETAABC has a long history with dragon boating? 🐉

Over the years, we’ve raced locally here in Vancouver and even internationally, most memorably at the Yokohama Dragon Boat Race in 2015 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Vancouver-Yokohama sister city relationship. Now we’re bringing that tradition back again!

Join us for a special evening paddle. Whether you’re fresh back from JET or a long-time alum, this is a great chance to reconnect, meet new people, and experience the fun of dragon boating together. No experience is needed, and all equipment is provided. Just be ready for some fun, community, and a little splashing to enjoy the last couple of weeks of summer.

Date & Time: Friday, September 4, 2026 (6:15-8:00 PM)
Location: Creekside Community Centre
Register at this link by Monday, August 31 to save your seat in the boat!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEfma4WWf4tGgjnI3CLCgLnk3qu_sDvTtbq154SpVifUDe1Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=106033320537452831581

08/08/2026

JETAABC is collaborating with Vancouver Japanese English Club and JpCanada for a fun Undokai Sports Day on September 13! We'll have tug-of-war, relay races, and games. Come out and meet new friends! Sign up at https://forms.gle/e8Smx4yLi2tLvTcB7 by September 9!

08/05/2026

Come relive a playground classic and join us for a game of California Kickball on August 23 at Central Park in Burnaby, 11:00-12:30pm. Some of you might know it as soccer baseball. ⚪️ Bring your family and friends!

There's a minimum number of players needed for the game to run, so please sign up by Aug. 19 at https://forms.gle/MxFu3BdnRuo7redX6

07/14/2026

To celebrate their 50th anniversary, Powell Street Festival is forming a new dragon boat team. They are looking for paddlers to join this community-based team. Practices will be held on Saturdays 12:00-2:30pm at Dragonzone also known as Dragonboat BC, at the Creekside Community Centre. This seasons practice fee is $50, and race fees will be announced later.

Please email lenitawywong[@]gmail.com with your interest in participating.

07/05/2026

JETAABC is currently recruiting alumni volunteers for our community booth at the 50th Powell Street festival on Saturday, August 1. Join us and enjoy the atmosphere of a Japanese summer festival right here in Vancouver!

🔗 Visit this link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOow_Q_c6J6q60VZj0FGM4klWyKZ0wm-rj9RwxXWbgDfEbgg/viewform?usp=dialog

05/25/2026

The new JETs are almost on their way to Japan, and we need your help getting them ready! Pre-Departure Orientation will take place on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21 in downtown Vancouver. This is a wonderful opportunity to provide the next generation of JETs with their first insight into the joys and hardships of life in Japan.

🔗 Please find more information about each position and the sign up by June 5 at: https://forms.gle/2v7F4mJWVZUCzUh97

05/22/2026

The 2026 Sempai Program is Recruiting!

The Sempai Program is a mentorship initiative where new JETs are matched with JET alumni volunteers to provide relevant local knowledge about their new placements.

We're looking for people like you with a passion to share your experience with a new crop of JETs leaving this year! Please sign up using the following form link by June 13th, 2026 at 12 noon and contact sempaiprogram[@]jetaabc.ca with any questions.

🔗 https://forms.gle/QwyrR5StuJxTHma76

04/12/2026

Whether you have questions about the JET Programme or simply wanting to chat with JET alumni about their experiences in Japan, come visit the JETAABC table at the Sakura Days today at VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Visitor Centre!

Address

495 West Georgia Street PO BOX 2462
Vancouver, BC
V6B3W7

Website

http://www.jetaabc.ca/

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