George Bunda
Courtesy of West Toronto Junction Historical Society
Tagged “Toronto”
Browse Tagged “Toronto” from the Canadian Macedonian Heritage Society archive, library and community collections.
Vasil Patsko
Vasil Patsko was born in the village of Zhelevo, Macedonia November 28th, 1907 to Done and Sophia (nee Hadjipaul) Patsko. Siblings included Elinka (died in infancy) Louis, Zoya, and Alex. As a young boy, he played music with his father and younger brothers.
Happy 20th Anniversary
Happy 20th Anniversary On November 11th the Canadian Macedonian Historical Society celebrated its 20th anniversary with a wine and cheese night of remembrance. Those in attendance included members of the society, the present board of directors, an...
"Men in White Aprons": A Study of Ethnicity and Occupation A Book Re-Launch and Lecture by Harry Vjekoslav Herman, Ph.D.
On March 25, 2007, the Canadian Macedonian Historical Society hosted a landmark re-launch and lecture for Dr. Harry Vjekoslav Herman’s seminal study, "Men in White Aprons," celebrating an expanded second edition made possible by a generous donation from Helene and Angelo Argiro. This updated volume bridged rigorous anthropology with personal heritage by adding a new section of "Family Stories," documenting how Macedonian immigrants from the Lerin and Kostur regions established a powerful "ethnic niche" in the Toronto restaurant industry. Dr. Herman’s research illustrated a profound narrative of social mobility, showing how the labor-intensive work of owning over 20% of Toronto’s independent diners by 1970 provided the economic foundation for future generations to transition into professional fields, effectively immortalizing the "white apron" as a symbol of sacrifice, entrepreneurship, and Macedonian-Canadian identity.
Video Interview with Alex Gigeroff
Alex Gigeroff was born in Toronto in 1931 to Macedonian immigrant parents from Oshchima and Zhelevo, growing up in poverty in a working-class immigrant neighborhood. Raised speaking the Macedonian dialect of the Lerin-Bitola region, Alex’s life became a remarkable story of educational and professional achievement. He earned multiple degrees from University of Toronto and London School of Economics, including a Ph.D. in criminology, and went on to become a scholar, lawyer, and professor, contributing to criminal law reform in Canada. Beyond academia, Alex was deeply involved in the arts as a painter, sculptor, playwright, and community builder, creating murals, theatre productions, and educational plays. His life reflects the resilience of the Macedonian immigrant experience and the transformative power of education, culture, and public service.
Lecture by Harry Vjekoslav Herman MEN IN WHITE APRONS
Men in White Aprons - Lecture by Harry Vjekoslav Herman A Study of Ethnicity and Occupations of Macedonian Restaurant Owners in Toronto
Opening of the CMHS Resource Centre
Opening of the CMHS Resource Centre The Library is open upon request. Call 416-755-3117 or e-mail at info@macedonianhistory.ca Location: lower level of Canadian Macedonian Place, 850 O'Connor Drive, Toronto - click here to view directions map. For...
The Prize Winning Documentary "The Children of 1948"
The Prize Winning Documentary "The Children of 1948" On Sunday March 13, 2005, the Canadian Macedonian Historical Society presented the new documentary "The Children of 1948". Synopsis: The Children of 1948Fifty-six years ago, one of the biggest h...
"Just Arrived"
"Just Arrived" World Premiere of the Documentary Friday, May 7, 2004 A world premiere screening of the documentary Just Arrived was presented recently by the Canadian Macedonian Historical Society at the North York Central Library. The expectant c...
Doors Open - Toronto Archives
Doors Open Toronto - Toronto Archives May 24, 2003 On Saturday, May 24, 2003 the Toronto Archives held its annual Doors Open Toronto exhibit. Various organizations from the Toronto area, including the Canadian Macedonian Historical Society were in...
