Tagged “Education”
Browse Tagged “Education” from the Canadian Macedonian Heritage Society archive, library and community collections.
Creating an Alphabet for Macedonian: Not Quite as Easy as ABC
The Canadian Macedonian Heritage Society hosted a lecture by Christina Kramer at the St. Clement of Ohrid Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral, exploring the development of writing systems and the Macedonian alphabet. Titled “Creating an Alphabet for Macedonian: Not quite as easy as ABC,” the talk highlighted how alphabets evolve and focused on the mid-20th-century standardization of Macedonian led by Blaže Koneski.
YOU (MIGHT) KNOW MORE MACEDONIAN THAN YOU THINK YOU DO!
The Canadian Macedonian Historical Society hosted a lecture by Christina Kramer titled “You (Might) Know More Macedonian Than You Think You Do!” which explored how elements of the Macedonian language persist within the diaspora, even among those who no longer speak it fluently. Through a community questionnaire, Kramer revealed that Macedonian words and phrases often remain embedded in everyday life, especially in emotional or cultural contexts. The talk emphasized the importance of heritage language—how it is retained, used, and passed on—and encouraged reflection on preserving Macedonian identity and linguistic traditions within families and communities.
The DNA Testing Landscape with Murray Maloney
The Canadian Macedonian Heritage Society recently hosted an engaging presentation by Murray Maloney on the role of DNA testing in genealogical research. The session explored how DNA testing can help individuals trace ancestry, uncover family connections, and support family history research, especially when traditional records are incomplete or missing. The presentation also emphasized the importance of combining DNA results with historical records and highlighted key privacy considerations when using genetic testing services
Spero Thompson - JACK LONDON AND THE MACEDONIAN WHO COULD NOT READ
Recently in a local bookstore, I opened a copy of Jack London’s collected stories. Glancing down the list of titles, I smiled in recognition of familiar readings from my boyhood. Coming upon the title The Sea Wolf I stopped, as memories of my Father and the arrogance of my youth came into my mind. Turning to chapter 24 in this particular story, I looked for that special word. My eyes went up and down the pages where ...
2nd Annual Canadian Immigration Celebration Women & their Accomplishments
The 2nd Annual Celebration of Macedonian Immigration to Canada was held at the East York library to honor the diverse professional and personal accomplishments of Macedonian-Canadian women. Departing from the early 20th-century narrative of "bride" immigration, the event showcased women from various regions of Macedonia who have excelled in fields such as engineering, media, international development, and the arts. Featured speakers included Natasha Denkovski, a national-team athlete and MBA; Pobeda Piskaceva, the creator of the Macedonian Edition TV program; filmmaker Sandra Danilovic; fashion designer Maria Lazarova Manceva; and development expert Vera Belazelkoska. The afternoon concluded with keynote speaker Aleksandra Nasteska, an award-winning advocate for sustainability and gender equality, illustrating how these women have moved beyond traditional family roles to drive social change and inspire future generations within both the Macedonian community and broader Canadian society.
Patsy Sider - MY NAME IS MACEDONIA
My birthplace is the village of Nevoliani, Aegean Macedonia My name is Macedonian and in our home, we speak the Macedonian language. My first day in school I will remember it as long as I live. At recess, I speak to my friend the Macedonian language. The teacher hears me that I do not speak the Greek language. The time when I enter the classroom I suffer the Jesus Christ sufferings. He says to me. "You an ...
Patsy Sider - O, BLESSED CANADA
At the Fifth Public School of Florina My teacher said to me with sarcasm. "Your name sounds Bulgarian I will change it to sound Greek" Each Macedonian pupil in school Had a nickname with bright colors. The teacher with unscrupulousness He was using vulgar language. Today I can see clearly the reason The Greek educators were mistreating the children. We were Macedonian Ethnicity People without identification. In the ...
Patsy Sider - HER OPINION
Her high school life Was unbearable. The high school teacher Wanted to brake her morale. He insulted her, chased her out of the classroom often And he was feeling very happy That was his elevation That was his confidence. She was going home with cries She was complaining to her mother And saying, "Go and speak to the teacher For the unjust behavior of his..." Her mother was answering her with sadness "This problem ...
Patsy Sider - THE GREEK PEDAGOGY
That Macedonian girl was seven years old And attended the Fifth Public School of Florina-Lerin. At recess the teacher sent her at home to take some money For her to pay the tuition by installments. In the way, back to school the girl was late And she entered tiptoe the classroom. All of the sudden the teacher Grabbed her by the hair. With the thick stick, she hit the girl on the head. The girl felt dizziness. The ...