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Welcome / DobrodošliThe CSHS was formed in 2002 and incorporated in 2003 to coordinate, research, record and preserve the history of Slovenians in Canada.
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Upcoming EventsCSHS will be hosting a luncheon on Sunday January 20, 2019 at the church hall at Brezmadežna. You are welcome to join us and choose from golaš, pečenka or chicken schnitzel.
On Saturday February 9, 2019, the CSHS will hold it's AGM in the auditorium at Dom Lipa at 10:00 am. All welcome. Unveiling of Monument dedicated to Captain JohnOn August 8, 2018 a monument was unveiled at the location where Captain John's Restaurant used to be docked. The monument includes the anchor from the ship Jadran. The event was coordinated by Joe Mihevc, city of Toronto councilor, and his office. In attendance were also the former mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion, and former mayor of Toronto, David Crombie. All three spoke eloquently and supportively about John Letnik's vision of the waterfront and his contribution to the city of Toronto.
2018 CSHS Annual Fundraiser Another SuccessThe second annual luncheon was held on Sunday, January 21, 2018, at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church Hall. The display table was populated with many photographs and documents of a historical nature, highlighting Canadian Slovenian activities throughout the years. Emily Chicorli, our archivist answered questions and encouraged people to have a look and see if they can identify any of the people in the photos. In the kitchen, Maria Soršak and her crew prepared three different types of meals: chicken schnitzel, vampi and golaž. Over 250 meals were sold including take-out orders Thank you for supporting us again this year.
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CSHS WebsiteThe website continues to be updated as information and pictures become available. The GALLERY section is very informative as it provides a brief summary and pictures of what happened during each era. Recently many pictures from Lipa Park in St. Catherines were added to the GALLERY section highlighting their activities for the past 50 years.
We are looking for pictures of early days in Canada, such as depictions of one’s first job, completing the work contract, the start of various Slovenian organizations, etc. When submitting pictures of parents and grandparents from years ago, please provide some commentary to enable better understanding and perspective. CSHS committee member, Jerry Ponikvar, is honoured at the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board's Award Ceremony for Distinguished Service to Catholic EducationJerry Ponikvar was one of four people receiving the highest honour, the Award of Merit for Distinguished Service to Catholic Education. He served as Director of Education for the HWCDSB from 1990 to 1995, providing strong, faith-filled leadership during a time of significant financial restraint and program and facility growth. He not only introduced a number of important initiatives, including the Board’s internship program, the annual parent conference and the establishment of the board’s mission/vision statements, but was involved in the opening of several new elementary and secondary schools. Following his retirement from the HWCDSB, Jerry served on the EQAO Board of Directors and was a founding member of the Permanent Diaconate Diocesan Coordinating Committee and Serra Club.
Pier 21There are some interesting videos and stories on the Pier 21 website about the Slovenian refugees who came to Canada: Visit Pier 21
Some pictures of Canadian Slovenians
To celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary, one of the government’s initiatives was to invite the various embassies to showcase their countries and culture. Friday, June 23 was Slovenia’s day, and the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia welcomed various Slovenian groups and organizations from across Canada, who proudly presented Slovenia in dance, song and food, and by displaying cultural artifacts. The CSHS was pleased to be a participant as well. The event took place in the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa.
Dr. Zvone Žigon (third from the left) from the Office of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia for Slovenians Abroad with some of the CSHS members
Slovenian Ambassador Dr. Marjan Cencen (fourth from the left) with some of the CSHS members
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