Riyo Whitney

I am honoured to be serving my third term as governor for the CCCJ. My career has been in Education at all levels from elementary to university, as principal, teacher/instructor, curriculum specialist, educational consultant, counsellor, and more. At CCCJ, I lead the Education Committee and actively contribute to CCCJ by helping to organize speaker series, mentoring programs for young professionals, and participating on ad-hoc committees such as for hiring and elections. In return, I have received invaluable guidance and support from CCCJ to start a new enterprise here in Japan.

As Regional Director of Japan for Ontario Virtual School, I am providing the opportunity for Japanese schools and individuals to innovate and prepare for global citizenship. OVS Japan offers a “double-diploma” program whereby students can obtain the Ontario Ministry of Education graduation diploma alongside the Japanese diploma.

I am also involved in the hospitality industry as my family owns and operates the “Izu Beach House” by ManabiTabi, a rental vacation property.

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