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Celebrate 25 years of community, culture, and care at the Nikkei Place Foundation’s Sakura Gala on Saturday, March 7, 2026. This elegant evening will feature the Thomas Shoyama Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to two outstanding Japanese Canadian leaders in recognition of their lifelong contributions and lasting impact on the community.
The Gordon and Marion Smith Foundation for Young Artists invites guests to its annual Brilliance Gala & Auction — an elegant evening celebrating creativity, community, and the transformative power of arts education. Hosted at the Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art, the gala brings together leading Canadian artists, collectors, and