Conferences

The 2016 JETAA Canada National Conference was hosted by JETAA British Columbia and Yukon this past June 10th-12th in Vancouver. Two executive members from each chapter across the country were invited to attend the event, as well as members of CLAIR New York, the JETAA Canada Representative, as well as the three JETAA Country Representatives from the US.

The conference, sometimes shortened to “CanCon”, serves as a great opportunity for the Canadian chapters to learn from each other, communicate important information directly with CLAIR, and also learn what chapters are doing in other countries.

This year I was honoured to be one of the two JETAA Toronto executive members sent to the conference, along with Carl Sachs, one of our Co-Chairs. It was my first experience at a JETAA Canada Conference, and a wonderful experience altogether.

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Welcome back returning JETs!

On October 24th, in partnership with the Consulate-General of Japan in Toronto, JETAA Toronto hosted our annual Re-Entry Conference. Aiming to re-integrate newly returned JET participants into Canadian life, a series of informational and advisory sessions were facilitated by sempai JETAA members. Topics included Japanese restaurants and shopping in Toronto, dealing with reverse culture shock, resume and interview skills, as well as tactics for finding volunteer and employment opportunities. (more…)

The 2015 JETAA USA National Conference was held in downtown Detroit from September 24-27, and I was excited to have the opportunity to attend as one of two delegates representing Canada this year.

The conference began with a welcome reception on Thursday evening, during which JETAA delegates from Alaska, Miami, to Honolulu (also Ottawa and Toronto!) got to know each other as we enjoyed a delicious meal. This was followed by rooftop hopping in Detroit’s vibrant Greektown neighbourhood. (more…)