About Japanese Social Services
Japanese Social Services (JSS) provides culturally sensitive support, counselling, programs, and practical resources for people with Japanese cultural backgrounds across the Greater Toronto Area. We create a welcoming place where individuals and families can find guidance, connection, and support in both English and Japanese.
ABOUT JSS
Care, Connection and Support for Our Community
Japanese Social Services (JSS) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to supporting Japanese-speaking individuals, families, and seniors across the Greater Toronto Area. Through culturally sensitive counselling, community programs, seminars, and practical resources, we help people navigate life challenges, strengthen connections, and access the support they need.
For decades, JSS has served as a trusted bridge between the Japanese community and local services in Canada. Whether someone is seeking personal support, information for their family, opportunities to connect with others, or guidance in adapting to life in Canada, JSS provides a welcoming place where people can find understanding, care, and a stronger sense of community.
Who We Are
Japanese Social Services (JSS) is a non-profit charitable organization supporting individuals and families with Japanese cultural backgrounds throughout the Greater Toronto Area. We provide services in both English and Japanese, helping community members access support in a culturally respectful and welcoming environment.
Through counselling, community programs, seminars, practical information, and referrals, JSS supports people facing personal, family, social, and everyday challenges. We also help connect the Japanese and Japanese-Canadian community with local resources and services, reducing barriers and making support easier to access.
Our goal is to create a trusted place where people feel understood, connected, and supported at every stage of life.
Our Mission, What We Do & Who We Serve
Japanese Social Services (JSS) works to strengthen the well-being of people with Japanese cultural backgrounds in the Greater Toronto Area. Through culturally sensitive support, community programs, and practical resources, we help individuals and families feel connected, informed, and supported as they navigate life in Canada.
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Building a Stronger, More Connected Community
Our mission is to support the social and emotional well-being of Japanese-speaking and Japanese-Canadian individuals and families. We strive to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where people can access help, build connections, and feel a stronger sense of belonging within the community.
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Support, Programs & Practical Resources
JSS provides confidential counselling in English and Japanese, family and senior programs, seminars, community activities, practical information, and referrals to local services. Our work helps people navigate personal challenges, life transitions, relationships, wellness, and everyday life in Canada.
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Supporting People at Every Stage of Life
We support individuals, families, newcomers, seniors, students, parents, and others with Japanese cultural backgrounds throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Whether someone is newly arrived in Canada, raising a family, facing a personal challenge, or looking for community connection, JSS is here to help.
History
2000 　The name “Japanese Family Services” is officially changed to “Japanese Social Services” (JSS). JSS resumes full-time operations.
1998 　Japanese Family Services resumes part-time operations.
1996 　JFS closes for about one year due to sudden and severe funding cuts.
1990 　JFS registers as a non-profit organization.
1989 　JFS is incorporated.
1989　 Results of a needs assessment conducted for the Japanese speaking community in Toronto indicate a need for professional social services in Japanese.
1988 　Japanese Family Services of Metropolitan Toronto(JFS) holds its first Annual General Meeting.
1987 　A group of human service professionals begins meeting on a regular basis in order to establish a community agency to aid Japanese-speaking people.
Annual Report
2024/2025 Financial Report (PDF)
2023/2024 Financial Report (PDF)
2022/2023 Financial Report (PDF)
2021/2022 Financial Report (PDF)
2020/2021 Financial Report (PDF)
2019/2020 Financial Report (PDF)
2018/2019 Financial Report (PDF)
2017/2018 Financial Report (PDF)
2016/2017 Financial Report (PDF)
2015/2016 Financial Report (PDF)
Financial Report
Financial Report
Name
Role
Makoto Kai
President
Hisako Kobayashi
Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair
Akashi Kushida
Secretary, Program Committee Chair
Yukari Seko
PR Committee Chair
Amadou Ouattara
Fundraising Committee Chair
Fumie Saito
HR Committee Chair
Board of Directors
Makoto Kai
Hisako Kobayashi
Akashi Kushida
Yukari Seko
Amadou Ouattara
Fumie Saito
President
Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair
Secretary, Program Committee Chair
PR Committee Chair
Fundraising Committee Chair
HR Committee Chair
Annual Report
2024/2025 Financial Report (PDF)
2023/2024 Financial Report (PDF)
2022/2023 Financial Report (PDF)
2021/2022 Financial Report (PDF)
2020/2021 Financial Report (PDF)
2019/2020 Financial Report (PDF)
2018/2019 Financial Report (PDF)
2017/2018 Financial Report (PDF)
2016/2017 Financial Report (PDF)
2015/2016 Financial Report (PDF)
2024/2025 Financial Report (PDF)
Financial Report
2024/2025 Financial Report (PDF)
2023/2024 Financial Report (PDF)
2022/2023 Financial Report (PDF)
2021/2022 Financial Report (PDF)
2020/2021 Financial Report (PDF)
2019/2020 Financial Report (PDF)
2018/2019 Financial Report (PDF)
2017/2018 Financial Report (PDF)
2016/2017 Financial Report (PDF)
2015/2016 Financial Report (PDF)
Name
Role
Makoto Kai
President
Hisako Kobayashi
Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair
Akashi Kushida
Secretary, Program Committee Chair
Yukari Seko
PR Committee Chair
Amadou Ouattara
Fundraising Committee Chair
Fumie Saito
HR Committee Chair
Board of Directors
Makoto Kai
Hisako Kobayashi
Akashi Kushida
Yukari Seko
Amadou Ouattara
Fumie Saito
President
Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair
Secretary, Program Committee Chair
PR Committee Chair
Fundraising Committee Chair
HR Committee Chair
Name
Role
Makoto Kai
President
Hisako Kobayashi
Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair
Akashi Kushida
Secretary, Program Committee Chair
Yukari Seko
PR Committee Chair
Amadou Ouattara
Fundraising Committee Chair
Fumie Saito
HR Committee Chair
Board of Directors
Makoto Kai President
Hisako Kobayashi Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair
Akashi Kushida Secretary, Program Committee Chair
Yukari Seko PR Committee Chair
Amadou Ouattara Fundraising Committee Chair
Fumie Saito HR Committee Chair
History
2000 　The name “Japanese Family Services” is officially changed to “Japanese Social Services” (JSS). JSS resumes full-time operations.
1998 　Japanese Family Services resumes part-time operations.
1996 　JFS closes for about one year due to sudden and severe funding cuts.
1990 　JFS registers as a non-profit organization.
1989 　JFS is incorporated.
1989　 Results of a needs assessment conducted for the Japanese speaking community in Toronto indicate a need for professional social services in Japanese.
1988 　Japanese Family Services of Metropolitan Toronto(JFS) holds its first Annual General Meeting.
1987 　A group of human service professionals begins meeting on a regular basis in order to establish a community agency to aid Japanese-speaking people.
