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Canada and Japan: Building on shared goals

The Honorable Perrin Beatty, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Tokai Japan Canada Society: The spirit of friendship

Bridges: Cultural Bridging and Impact: How does the Tokai Japan Canada Society facilitate cultural exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and Canada, and what...

Japan and Canada: Founded on rich tradition, poised for a fruitful future

Official bilateral relations between Canada and Japan date to 1928, when Japan established a diplomatic mission in Ottawa. Over the course of 95 years, these solid ties have flourished, founded on mutual respect, as well as shared political, economic and cultural perspectives.

Canada – A Snapshot of 95 Years with Japan: From Natural Resources to Blockchain

Over the past 95 years, the relationship between Canada and Japan has evolved significantly, transitioning from one primarily centered on natural resources, to one that embraces cutting-edge technologies like blockchain.

DLT Labs: Empowering data visibility and cost savings with ‘single source of truth’ solutions

In an increasingly data-driven world, it’s a challenge for businesses to share and analyze the sheer volume of information they generate daily, both internally and externally. Improper handling of this information can lead to data loss, inefficient operations and impacted cash flow.

Mitsubishi Canada: Driving innovation and creating shared value

With its diversified portfolio, global network and commitment to sustainability, Mitsubishi Corp. develops and operates businesses across an array of industries.

Celebrating 130 years of Resiliency, Commitment, and Diversity

Andrews & George Company Limited was founded in 1892 as an import/export company in Japan by William H. Andrews and Edward W. George. Andrews & George became the first foreign-owned company to establish a business in Tokyo, Japan, in 1892.

DōMatcha®: Bringing Matcha’s Timeless Traditions to the World

This subsidiary of Andrews & George Company Limited has taken matcha on a tea-rrific journey across the globe

Canada Wood Japan: Champions of Canadian Wood Products in the Japanese Market

For its commitment to quality and sustainability, Japan has long-looked to Canada as its primary supplier of responsibly-sourced timber.

Government

Mississauga: A Dynamic Hub for Japanese Commerce in the Greater Toronto Area

For all its efforts and endeavors, Mississauga has become one of the key cities for Japanese trade and investment, with over 100 Japanese companies presently conducting business in the city — propelling the local economy.

Promoting cultural awareness and heritage history for generations to come

The Canada Japan relationship is warm, friendly, respectful, but under developed economically. In 2018 Canadian tourism to Japan tripled to 330,600 but Japanese tourism...

Actively encouraging businesses to look at opportunities in Japan and Canada

“Through our cross-Canada Generating Innovation with Japan (GIJ) series of Japanese company reverse-pitch events, we are bringing together major Japanese firms and leading Canadian...

Making it easier for the world to do business with Ontario

There are currently 74 sister city/sister province relationships between Canada and Japan and 14 of those cities are in Ontario. Ontario’s Japanese-Canadian community creates...

Cultivate friendship and ties between Japan and Canada

“The Japan Foundation, Toronto has been operating in Canada since 1990 and has introduced diverse forms of visual/performing arts and films, both traditional and...

Encouraging Japanese companies and investors to re-discover the opportunities in Canada

“Canada is rich in information communication technology human resources and research and development, artificial intelligence and the ‘internet of things’ are big business here...

This year’s 90th Anniversary of Japan-Canada diplomatic relations is a perfect opportunity to assess our current relationship and plan for the future

Synergy Media Specialists speaks with Japan’s Ambassador to Canada since November 2017, Kimihiro Ishikane. As the two countries celebrate 90 years of bilateral ties,...

Food & Beverage

Celebrating 130 years of Resiliency, Commitment, and Diversity

Andrews & George Company Limited was founded in 1892 as an import/export company in Japan by William H. Andrews and Edward W. George. Andrews & George became the first foreign-owned company to establish a business in Tokyo, Japan, in 1892.

DōMatcha®: Bringing Matcha’s Timeless Traditions to the World

This subsidiary of Andrews & George Company Limited has taken matcha on a tea-rrific journey across the globe