October 7, 2005 Source: University of Toronto:
http://www.news.utoronto.ca/bin6/051007-1689.asp Japanese cherry trees to blossom on campuses Donation of Sakura trees reflects symbol of goodwill, friendship between Canada and Japan
Oct 7/05
by Mary Alice Thring Sakura, the blossoming cherry trees that are the national symbol of Japan, have taken root at the University of Toronto, thanks to a gift from the Sakura Project. A Sakura dedication ceremony to celebrate the gift of 120 trees will be held Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 2 p.m. at the University of Toronto at Scarborough (UTSC), 1265 Military Trail.
ALSO SEE: other stories by Mary Alice ThringThe donation of Sakura trees has been a symbol of goodwill and friendship between Canada and Japan for many years. Their beautiful spring blossoms have inspired essays, stories and haiku and the annual appearance of bloom is cause for celebration and cherry blossom festivals. The Sakura Committee, a committee spearheaded by the Japanese Consulate in Toronto, with the support of local private donors, has undertaken to plant some 3,000 trees across the province in recognition of the business, cultural and academic exchanges between Ontario and Japan. The university has accepted the gift of 70 trees for the St. George campus and 50 for UTSC. Professor David Naylor, president of the University of Toronto and Professor Kwong-loi Shun, vice-president and principal at UTSC, will welcome guest of honour Consul-General Hisao Yamaguchi, chair of the Sakura Committee, as well as other members of the community for the tree dedication ceremony.
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