- CA EAL F012-2023.12-012
- File
- 2011 - 2023
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Autobiographical information.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Autobiographical information.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Material is comprised mostly of textual records from the founding of the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, and some celebrating the success of the Momiji Seniors Centre. Some personal records from Susan Hidaka’s life are also included.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Records consist primarily of meeting minutes, agendas, and communication on upcoming events held by the chapter. Photographs reflect the many events the chapter helped organize or participated in. Financial records and board minutes are also present.
Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians accession
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Contains membership lists, meeting minutes and agendas from many of the committees the Toronto NAJC had, and participated in. Much of the material covers the period when the community organized and sought redress for the internment of Japanese Canadians during WWII. Records relating to and created by the Redress Advisory and Assistance Committee are also included.
Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
The Greater Toronto Chapter of the NAJC in its present form began in 1984 with the formation of the North York chapter. At the time, the Toronto JCCA was the official chapter of the NAJC in Toronto. Members of the TJCCA were divided on what Redress should look like. As the chapter became divided, those who felt that the leaders of the TJCCA were acting without member consultation formed the North York chapter of the NAJC. Under the NAJC constitution, only one chapter could represent any geographic region, and since many of those unhappy with the TJCCA actions, they formed under the title of North York. At the time North York was still a separate city and had not been amalgamating into Toronto. Soon after this in 1985, members of the North York chapter received notice that they were being expelled from the Toronto JCCA Redress Committee. The TJCCA had not held an annual General Meeting for years, adding further discomfort to the situation. Many felt that the chapter was not acting democratically. The National council soon stopped recognizing the TJCCA as the representative body from Toronto, but instead the North York chapter. November, 1985 the NAJC passed a motion to formalize this action. This was reciprocated in January 1986 when the TJCCA announced they were splitting from the NAJC. By 1986, the North York chapter was able to use the title Greater Toronto chapter and officially represent the Japanese Canadian community in the GTA with the support of the NAJC on a national scale.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Types artciles by Susan Hidaka for Momiji Mosaic, correspespondence, and newsletters.
Part of Tashichi George Uyeno fonds
Records created and collected by Tashichi Uyeno, primarily from 1939 to the early 1950s. They were kept in two-hole clip boards, and somewhat organized based on his business needs at Richmond Trading Company. The records are telegrams, handwritten letters, ledgers, and typed communication. They cover his proceedings with banks, as since he was importing and exporting goods, he had to balance multiple currencies. He also aided his father’s oar company, and some of the ledgers track his sales and costs. Letters form his sister in Japan are interspersed and offer a look into his personal life.
There is a shift in the records as WWII continues and Japanese Canadians are sent to internment camps. His records also cover this period, though they shift from Richmond Trading Company, to Uyeno’s writing to the Office of the Custodian, arguing for the proper evaluation of his personal belongings and forced sale of his assets. His letter to his sister continue and chart the family’s needs in Japan as well.
Part of Shin Imai fonds
Fonds is comprised primarily of articles and material advocating for Japanese Canadian Redress. Textual material from the formation and activities of the Sodan-Kai are also included.
Fonds is comprised primarily of articles and material advocating for Japanese Canadian Redress. Textual material from the formation and activities of the Sodan-Kai are also included.
Imai, Shin
Tashichi George Uyeno accession
Part of Tashichi George Uyeno fonds
The material is mix of textual materials encompassing many details of the Uyeno family’s life from mostly 1939 to 1947. Many early records where created from the daily business of Tashichi George Uyeno’s business, Richmond Trading Company. The records are intermixed with letters from Mary Uyeno, who aided the business from Japan. Her letters include business information but also more personal discussions about family matters. They offer a glimpse into the life of many Japanese Canadians who grew up in both countries, identifying as both Canadian and Japanese.
Records also include correspondence with the Office of the Custodian, as the Uyeno’s assets were seized and sold. There is also official notices from the Office of the Custodian notifying the family to move further east and eventually to Ontario. Letters from the later part of the 40s are in regards to the Bird Commission and the sale of larger assets, such as the family’s property in North Vancouver.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Records from the Human Rights Committee and the Canadian Race Relations foundation.
Part of Terez Hyodo fonds
Records are primarily journals and newsletters collected by Hyodo, relating to Japanese Canadians. Some correspondence is included.
Part of Bryce Kanbara fonds
The collection consists of material collected by Kanbara during his time as an active member of the Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association (later the National Association of Japanese Canadians) and the various off-shoot organizations. Many of the records are from the period of the Japanese Canadian Centennial, and continue from the many organizations it inspired. Records relating to Japanese Canadian Redress are also included, including material from Sodan Kai. Later records from the NAJC’s art events where Kanbara played a significant role are present, like the AI symposium.
National Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association
Part of Bryce Kanbara fonds
Primarily textual material created by the National Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association (later the National Association of Japanese Canadians) and collected by Kanbara as he participated in the organization. Meeting minutes, agendas, notes, and correspondence between Kanbara and others from the organization are included, almost all with marginalia by Kanbara. Records date from around the Japanese Canadian centennial and then later in the early 1990s.
Part of Bryce Kanbara fonds
Records from various events that took place in Toronto. Some records relate to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Center.
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Contains printed matter from the National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC); various newspaper clippings, books and pamphlets on Japanese Canadians and the redress movement (including several complete issues of Nikkei Voice); 6 video cassettes with redress-related content, plus manuscript notebooks from Murakami’s grandmother (in Japanese).
Miscellaneous printed materials
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Newspapers, newsletters and clippings
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Three newsletters published by the Canadian Japanese Ministries (Toronto).
Centennial Japanese United Church newsletter
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Two newsletters.
Japanese Canadian Citizen’s Association (JCCA) & Japanese Canadian Community Centre (JCCC) material
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
National Association of Japanese Canadians
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
The national level of the organization representing Japanese Canadians. This organization originally formed under the title of Japanese Canadian Citizens Association, changing their name to NAJC in 1980. They are the primary organization in Canada representing the community.
Records created and collected by the National Association of Japanese Canadians. These records include meeting minutes of the executive committee, and other records created by other chapters across the country. Though there are some records that focus on the Redress movement, much of the series represent the work of the organization after the Redress agreement.
Part of Ken Imai fonds
The majority of the material covers the period when Rev. Canon Imai led the St. Andrew’s congregation in Toronto. Photos of the congregation and special events are included. Some of his written work is also present, offering an insight into his relationship with religion and community. The material also reflects how the Japanese Canadians who relocated to Toronto after internment created community.
National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) material
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
The newsletter for the Greater Toronto chapter of the NAJC and the NAJC helped communicate information to members of the community. Cultural events, and political leanings were expressed. Collected here are also copies of The New Canadian, and The Nikkei Times, the later working out of the office of the Greater Toronto NAJC later in its time.
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Various copies of the NAJC Toronto Chapter newsletter.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Publications of the NAJC Community News.
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Various copies of the NAJC Toronto Chapter newsletter.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
The building was purchased and heavily renovated in 1993, with grant funds from the Japanese Canadian Redress Foundation and extensive fundraising.
The records visually document the extensive renovations the building undertook, and many of the events held within. Textual material includes financial records, agendas and minutes from the building committee, property reports from other possible locations, records created form daily upkeep of the building.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
The Friendship House was at 382 Harbourd St., in Toronto. It was the headquarters of the Greater Toronto NAJC, and the Nikkei Voice. The space acted as a community hub, offering a place for social events, chapter meetings, celebrations, and parties.
Nikkei Images Vol. 11, Vol. 12
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Volume 11, No. 1 and Vol. 12 No. 2 of Nikkei Images, the newsletter of the Japanese Canadian National Museum & Archives Society, Vancouver.
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Part of Tashichi George Uyeno fonds
Godfrey Uyeno, George Tashichi’s son, went on to join the Royal Canadian Air Force in in the 1950s. This series contains material relating to his time in the military. He flew in a CF-100, was an all-weather interceptor in a two man crew consisting of a pilot and navigator. Godfrey, the navigator, directed the pilot to intercept enemies using radar. He served as navigator during his tour from 1958 to 1963 and spent the rest of his time with the Royal Canadian Air Force on ground jobs.
Uyeno, Godfrey
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Two newsletters/programmes from Nikkei Place (senior’s center in Burnaby, B.C.).
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Newspaper clippings from various publications related to Japanese Canadians and the Japanese Canadian redress movement.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Various events hosted by or supported by the Greater Toronto NAJC. Events include book launces, dramatic performances, volunteer appreciation parties, dinners and banquets, and traveling to visit historic sites.
Sub-series consists primarily of photographs and textual material.
VHS tapes on Japanese Canadians and redress
Part of Michael Murakami fonds
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Material and records created for and from the various celebratory dinners and gatherings organized by the NAJC.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Harry Yonekura was a long-standing member of the NAJC and one of the original members of the Greater Toronto Chapter. He has been active in many of the activities and actions the chapter took on, including writing a chapter for Japanese Canadian Redress: The Toronto Story, participating in the 5 Generations exhibition, and taking lead on the various education conferences. Many of the records in this fonds are from his files.
The records collected in this series are those that were created by Yonekura about himself or were made for him. Most of the records are about his time with the Nisei Mass Evacuation Group.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Various records.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Created in partnership with the Royal Ontario Museum and the Multicultural History Society of Ontario, the 5 Generations exhibition tells the story of Japanese Canadians in Canada.
Records mostly come from Harry Yonekura and his involvement with the exhibition.
Part of Michiomi Abraham Kabayama fonds
Part of Michiomi Abraham Kabayama fonds
Contains printed material related to the National Association of Japanese Canadians (NAJC) task force of First Nations Canadians, including meeting announcements and agendas; a small amount of material related to the Earth Spirit Festival held in Toronto in 1991; plus related correspondence. Also includes biographical and genealogical booklets on the Kabayama family, with photographs.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Correspondence with George Yamada and photographs of his Manitoulin home.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Newsletters from Momiji Seniors Center with articles written by or about Susan Hidaka.
Part of Greater Toronto Chapter of the National Association of Japanese Canadians fonds
Conferences held by or attended by the NAJC.
Part of Susan Hidaka fonds
Christmas letter from Hide Shimizu regarding Redress. Thank you letter and information on Roger Obata's funeral. Announcement of the Roger Obata Achievement Award.
Part of Gordon Hirabayashi fonds
Videos consist of recordings of television programs about Japanese American and Japanese Canadian internment. Many of these cassettes feature Hirabayashi as a subject. Audio cassettes are primarily recordings of interviews conducted by Hirabayashi on Japanese American and Japanese Canadian internment. Other recordings are from the Religious Society of Friends annual meetings. Some recordings are of Hirabayashi speaking on radio channels about his experience during WWII.
Part of Gordon Hirabayashi fonds