2015 New JETs Depart for Japan
On July 31, the Consulate-General of Japan hosted a pre-departure orientation and reception for the 58 new participants of the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme at the Arts and Letters Club in Toronto. Including those who departed early in March of this year, 60 new JETs were selected for Ontario (excluding the National Capital Region) to work in Japanese public schools and regional government offices.
The new JETs listen attentively to their travel instructions .
Consul-General of Japan Yasunori Nakayama extends congratulations.
JET Programme alumnus Geoffrey Greig shares his experiences.
New participant Samantha Ortibus expresses her anticipation for her journey.
Toronto Star journalist and former JET David Rider gives remarks before leading
the attendants in a toast.
The Consul-General and the new JETs.
New JETs and other guests enjoy the reception.
