Inauguration Ceremony and Reception for the Honorary Consul-General of Japan in Regina
2026/5/9
On May 9th, Consul-General Wajima hosted an inauguration ceremony and reception in Regina, Saskatchewan in honor of the new Honorary Consul-General of Japan in Regina, Mr. André Boutin-Maloney.
In the opening remarks, Consul-General Wajima highlighted Mr. Boutin-Maloney’s contributions to Japan-Canada exchange in Regina. Expressing confidence that Mr. Boutin-Maloney’s extensive experience and dedication would further strengthen the bilateral relationship, Consul-General Wajima presented the official letter of appointment.
Following this, Mr. Boutin-Maloney expressed gratitude to all the people involved, including the Japanese-Canadian community, and conveyed a strong commitment to making further contributions moving forward.
In addition, MP Michael Kram, Member of Parliament for Regina—Wascana, offered warm congratulations and presented a certificate of recognition to Mr. Boutin-Maloney. Finally, the Honorable Todd Goudy, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan, delivered the toast.
In the opening remarks, Consul-General Wajima highlighted Mr. Boutin-Maloney’s contributions to Japan-Canada exchange in Regina. Expressing confidence that Mr. Boutin-Maloney’s extensive experience and dedication would further strengthen the bilateral relationship, Consul-General Wajima presented the official letter of appointment.
Following this, Mr. Boutin-Maloney expressed gratitude to all the people involved, including the Japanese-Canadian community, and conveyed a strong commitment to making further contributions moving forward.
In addition, MP Michael Kram, Member of Parliament for Regina—Wascana, offered warm congratulations and presented a certificate of recognition to Mr. Boutin-Maloney. Finally, the Honorable Todd Goudy, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan, delivered the toast.
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| Remarks by Consul-General Wajima | Mr. André Boutin-Maloney receiving the official letter of appointment |
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| Remarks by Mr. André Boutin-Maloney | Remarks by MP Michael Kram |
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| MP Michael Kram, Mr. André Boutin-Maloney and Consul-General Wajima | Remarks by Hon. Todd Goudy |
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| Mr. Boutin-Maloney, his wife, Mrs. Hiromi Isa and Hon. Todd Goudy |