What were you doing in 1974
when EFC was founded?
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Estonian Foundation of Canada turns 50 this year!
With EFC's anniversary, it's the perfect time to look back. The history of our Estonian community in Canada is vibrant. We have accomplished so much together.
Join EFC in creating a community timeline beginning in 1974!
Do you have a favourite event in the past 50 years? Have you been a part of an organization, summer camp, heritage school, festival, church, confirmation class, Estonian society anywhere in Canada? Do you have a few photos, video clips, old articles or letters to share?
EFC, along with volunteers, will use as many of the materials as possible to create this timeline. Please contact the EFC office if you would be interested in volunteering for this project.
Stay tuned for updates and previews!
Photo credit: Estonian Foundation of Canada archives
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Over the next few months, EFC 2023 scholarship recipients will be featured. Stay tuned as we hear from our next generation! |
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MEET THREE EFC 2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS |
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Indrek Romet
(EFC Blum Scholarship)
University of Tartu & University of Life Sciences, MSc, Environmental Governance
On being Estonian...
"My Estonian identity is not just something I am lucky for and proud of – but it is
also a guiding framework for how I go about my life."
On EFC...
"[EFC] provides essential funding to various Estonians and Estonian-centric endeavours, enabling the continuation of cultural traditions as well as fostering a sense of unity and identity among the Estonians in Canada."
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Kaisa Catt
(EFC Scholarship)
Concordia University, BSc, Computation Arts & Computer Science
On being Estonian...
"By partaking in rituals, festivities, and celebrations associated with my cultural heritage, I am actively safeguarding our legacy and passing it on to future generations, ensuring that the tradition continues."
On EFC...
"Estonian Foundation of Canada is important to the community because it provides opportunities for esto-canadians to celebrate their heritage while doing culturally relevant activities".
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Marc-Andre Perron
(EFC Scholarship)
Toronto Metropolitan University, BA,
Sport Media
On being Estonian...
"Being Estonian means everything to me. It has helped shape the person I am today and has given some of my most enriching experiences of my life."
On EFC...
"Estonian Foundation of Canada is important to the Estonian community because of the opportunities it offers Estonian youth. [EFC] has repeatedly provided financial support for a multitude of youth activities such as language camps as well as Estonian school."
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Donate in 2024
Our community is our mission:
Help EFC sustain Estonian culture, language and heritage.
Let's ensure an Estonian future in Canada!
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CALLING ALL WINTER ENTHUSIASTS |
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ESTO Ski Weekend turns 60 this year! |
ESTO Ski will return to Mt. Tremblant, QC for its 60th anniversary with EFC as a co-sponsor and major funding partner! This weekend will bring together USA and Canadian Estonians from March 7 - 10, 2024. Group events include an après-ski mixer, downhill & cross-country ski races, an awards ceremony, and more. Click HERE for more info. Photo credit: Estonian-American Amateur Athletes
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EFC is also pleased to sponsor Esto Ski Day in Thornbury, ON!
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This event will take place at Georgian Peaks Ski Club on Friday, February 16, 2024. The day will include downhill skiing, a fun race, an awards ceremony and an evening get together. Click HERE for more info. |
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SAVE THESE DATES:
EFC's Rahvajõulupuu / An Estonian Christmas 2024
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Latvian Centre, 4 Credit Union Dr, Toronto, ON
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Thanks to everyone who participated and volunteered at
EFC's Rahvajõulupuu / An Estonian Christmas 2023!
Let's do it again this year!
Photo credits: Peeter Põldre
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Upcoming EFC Funding Application Deadline
Friday, March 1, 2024
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Click HERE for EFC funding information, instructions, and application. |
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2024
January 26 - February 6 Estonian award winning director, Anna Hints' Smoke Sauna Sisterhood is playing at Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema in Toronto, ON. For 50% off tickets, use promo code "EFOC50". - info and tickets
January 31 Alberta Estonian Heritage Society Fourth Annual Photo Contest Deadline - info
February 3 Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir (EPCC) Performance at ST. PAUL’S BASILICA (83 Power St, Toronto, ON M5A 3A8) at 7:30pm - info and tickets
February 10 Jõekääru Volleyball and Summer Camp FUNdraiser Tants / Dance at Tartu College, Toronto, ON at 8pm - info
February 23 Estonian Central Council in Canada and Consulate-General of Estonia Celebration of Estonia's 106th Independence Day, Tartu College, 310 Bloor St. W, Toronto, ON at 6:30pm - info
February 24 Estonian Flag Raising Ceremony at Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto, ON at 11:00 am. Organized by Estonian Central Council in Canada - info
February 25 EV 106 - Estonian Independence Day Concert & Celebration with cold buffet organized by the Toronto Estonian Society, at St. Peter's Church, 817 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, Ontario, at 1pm - info and tickets
February 25 Hamilton Estonian Independence Day Lunch at The Cotton Factory, 270 Sherman Avenue North, Hamilton, ON at 1pm - info
February 25 - March 3 KLENK-IEP will take place on one of the world's largest cruise ships (The Oasis of the Seas) - info
March 7 - 10 ESTO Ski Weekend 2024 - 60th Anniversary Celebration, Mt. Tremblant, Quebec, Canada - info and contact
March 11 - 15 "FILMIST Stuudio" March Break filmmaking studio, ages 12-17, Toronto, ON. Participants form 3-member production teams to produce a 1-3 minute documentary to bring one person's "Mass Flight of 1944" story to the screen, with support of professional faculty. Presented by Estonian Arts Centre. - info and registration details
March 15 - 17 FILMIST Estonian Film Festival presented by Estonian Arts Centre, Toronto, ON. Full schedule coming soon. - info
June 28 - July 1 Seedrioru Suvihari & Laulupäevad Song Festival 2024 - info and contact
June 29 - July 27 Jõekääru Summer Camp - info
July 6 - August 3 Seedrioru Laste Suvelaager Laager - contact
September 13 - 15 (Please note date change) "Nou Pois Äläud III" Tantsulaager/Folk Dance Camp - info
December 14 EFC's Rahvajõulupuu / An Estonian Christmas 2024, Latvian Centre, 4 Credit Union Dr, Toronto, ON
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EFC office at Tartu College:
3 Madison Avenue, Unit G2 Toronto, Ontario M5R 2S2
Monday to Friday 10 am to 4 pm
416-465-5600 info@estonianfoundation.ca www.estonianfoundation.ca
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