The Hamilton Estonian community: “Vital, Rejuvenated, Inclusive.” (2)

This, the third in a series of articles about the Estonian Central Council in Canada (EKN) and Estonian communities from across Canada profiles the Estonian community in Hamilton.

Lia Hess, EKN member from Hamilton was interviewed by Reet Marten Sehr.

9. How can the Global Estonian program “Üleilmse eestluse programm” (to be adopted by the Estonian government at the end of this year) be of assistance to your community?

Too often we hear about talented musicians, theatre groups, speakers, etc. visiting only one Estonian community (such as Toronto). If the other communities, like Hamilton were also made aware of these visits, it might be possible to arrange side trips for them to also visit other Estonian communities. In the past, Hamilton might have become aware of a visiting Estonian talent only after the fact or sometimes with very short notice, making it impossible to organize an event and losing a great opportunity.

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The youngest generation of Estonians in Hamilton.

The Hamilton choir at the last Estonian Song and Dance Festival in 2019.