Canadian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce

GLOBAL CROATIAN DIASPORA JOINS FORCES TO RAISE FUNDS FOR EARTHQUAKE RELIEF We are monitoring the situation in Croatia following the devastating earthquake that struck near the towns of Petrinja and Sisak, and caused major damage and loss of life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who died and are injured, all those impacted, as well as with the first responders and volunteers who continue their search and rescue operations. We know that the widespread da...mage to homes, hospitals, kindergartens, churches and other buildings has left many families without water, heat, electricity and shelter. Many of these same families, in the Banovina region, also suffered greatly during the Homeland War. As global Croatian organizations, we stand united with our homeland. In the days to come, we will identify opportunities where our help will be most meaningful. As was the case with the relief efforts during the aftermath of the earthquake in Zagreb earlier this year, all funds raised will be used to help those most affected by the earthquake. In consultation with vetted organizations in Croatia, our representatives will determine how our help will be distributed. Association of Croatian American Professionals Australian Croatian Chamber of Commerce NSW Inc Australian Croatian Chamber of Commerce and Industry South Australia Croatian Foundation of Windsor Croatian Diaspora Congress Crodiaspora Croatian World Congress USA Croatian World Network CROWN Hrvatska Akademska Zajednica Domovine i Dijaspore - HAZUD National Federation of Croatian Americans Cultural Foundation CROATIA MEETING G2 Victorian Croatian Chamber of Commerce Western Australian Croatian Chamber of Commerce Camara de Comercio chileno croatia (CroCham Chile) https://charity.gofundme.com//croatia-earthquake-relief-fu

NORTH AMERICAN JIMMY CHOO FUNDRAISER IN SUPPORT OF THE CROATIA EARTHQUAKE RELIEF FUND JIMMY CHOO in partnership with the Chamber invites you to support the Global Croatia Earthquake Relief Fund and discover both sale and exciting new collections. Visit any North America Jimmy Choo boutique, shop by phone or by virtual appointment from Friday, January 15th to Friday, January 22nd, 2021.... 10% of event sales will be donated to the Global Croatia Earthquake Relief Fund. Shipping is complimentary! Please mention the Global Croatia Earthquake Relief Fund when placing your order to ensure that 10% of event sales support the donation. Visit Jimmy Choo online (https://us.jimmychoo.com/en_CA/store-locator) to find a boutique or outlet in Canada or the United States. If you are not able to visit your desired location in person, please contact them via phone or email for a virtual appointment. Contact us at [email protected] for any further details or questions. Happy Shopping! @tanyagolesic Wanita Plastich Kelava Ivan Grbeši Lilian Alilovic Rob Hudaj John Alpeza

With a new year ahead of us, we welcome the opportunity to create new connections, build upon old ones and embrace the challenges of the previous year to move forward, work together and fulfill common goals. It is in this spirit the BC and Alberta Chapters of the Chamber are pleased to invite you to a Webinar with His Excellency Vice Skracic, Ambassador, Embassy of the Republic of Croatia to Canada Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u Kanadi - Embassy of Croatia in Canada Join... us virtually on January 26, 2021 at 5:30PM (PT), 6:30PM (MT), 8:30PM (EST). Please register via email to [email protected] by Fri, Jan 22, 2021.

Congratulations Dani Kristina! Nominated for Dropout Entertainment's Independent Music Video Awards. Voting open until January 17th https://dropoutentertainment.ca/dropout-canadian-independ/

Home Decor Influencer Opens her Home for Christmas Ana Bacic https://www.croatiaweek.com/popular-canadian-croatian-home/

GOVERNMENT OF CANADA CONTRIBUTES $500,000 TO CROATIAN EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS In response to the devastating earthquakes that hit Croatia a few days ago, fundraising efforts have been undertaken by members of the Croatian community (and friends thereof) around the world (including a number of campaigns within our own community in Canada). We are proud to share the announcement by the Government of Canada of its $500,000 contribution to assist with relief efforts in Croatia.... We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and terrible destruction brought by the powerful earthquake. Canada offers its sincerest condolences to the people of Croatia and stands ready to support them during this difficult time, said François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs. (https://www.canada.ca//canadas-response-to-earthquake-in-c) Thank you to the Government of Canada for its contribution and in particular to MP Bob Bratina for his continuous support of and efforts on behalf of the Croatian community in Canada and abroad. Thank you as well to Ambassador Alan Bowman, Ambassador Vice Skrai, Consul General Ante Jovi and Honorary Consul Majot Hallen for their continued diplomatic efforts on the ground to strengthen relations between Canada and Croatia. We are truly proud of the current strong partnership between Canada and Croatia and appreciative of all those over the years who have contributed to the relationship we have today. This is truly a historic announcement. The Canadian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce is participating in a global effort with other Croatian diaspora organizations to raise funds for the Croatian Earthquake Relief Fund through GoFundMe Charity - please consider supporting: https://charity.gofundme.com//croatia-earthquake-relief-fu Ivan Grbeši Wanita Plastich Kelava Rob Hudaj Lilian Alilovic John Alpeza Embassy of Canada to Croatia and Kosovo Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u Kanadi - Embassy of Croatia in Canada Canada’s Foreign PolicyGlobal Affairs Canada

Crodiaspora raising funds for a brave mother of two in Zagreb

CIBC DONATES $100,000 TO CROATIA EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS In response to the devastating earthquakes that hit Croatia a few days ago, fundraising efforts have been undertaken by members of the Croatian community (and friends thereof) around the world (including a number of campaigns within our own community in Canada). ... We are proud to share the announcement by CIBC of its $100,000 donation to assist with relief efforts in Croatia. "The earthquake in Croatia has created an urgent need for aid and support across the region," said Victor G. Dodig, President and Chief Executive Officer, CIBC. "In the wake of this disaster, we are joining our clients and team members in supporting relief efforts." (https://www.newswire.ca//cibc-donates-100-000-to-croatia-e) Thank you to Victor Dodig and CIBC for their continuous support of the Croatian community in Canada and abroad. CIBC (Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce) is one of the largest banks in Canada. The Canadian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce is participating in a global effort with other Croatian diaspora organizations to raise funds for the Croatian Earthquake Relief Fund through GoFundMe Charity - please consider supporting: https://charity.gofundme.com//croatia-earthquake-relief-fu Ivan Grbeši Wanita Plastich Kelava Rob Hudaj Lilian Alilovic John Alpeza

2020 Women’s Handball Euro: Croatia wins bronze medal Creating a little Croatian handball history along the way https://www.croatiaweek.com/2020-womens-handball-euro-croa/

Thank you Ana Bacic for this throwback article! A time very early this year when along with the MLSE Thiago Freire and the Toronto Raptors we hosted the first Croatian Heritage Night with special guest and NBA-star Dario Šari of the Phoenix Suns. It is this spirit of family, friends and community that we wish you a Happy New Year with much love, health and happiness! Sretna Nova Godina!... http://www.dijaspora.hr/hrvati-u-kanadi-prisjetili-se-/1425

Join us this evening for Ambassador Alan Bowman’s closing remarks at this year’s Week of Women! Together with NDI Kosovo’s Senior Resident Director, Ambassador ...Nancy Soderberg, Ambassador Bowman will share thoughts on why we need to ensure women have an equal and substantial voice in all discussions, including across all levels of government. Tune in today at 17:40 >> www.weekofwomen.org/2020 #WOWKS2020 Week of Women Women, Peace and Security Women, Peace and Security Network - Canada Canada’s Foreign PolicyGlobal Affairs Canada

You will be able to watch Croatia’s historic semifinal match against France at the 2020 European Women’s Handball Championship in Denmark on Friday on Croatian radiotelevision (HRT) https://www.croatiaweek.com/hrt-gets-rights-to-broadcast-c/

There might be a major shakeup at the Volkswagen Group as the automaker prepares for an era of electric mobility. CAR reported Thursday that VW Group is poised to sell Bugatti to Rimac in exchange for an increased stake in the Croatian EV technology company.

If you are Croatian and a football fan you will love this - at the 3 minute mark Seattle Seahawks https://www.croatiaweek.com/video-seattle-seahawks-coach-p/

U srijedu su se predsjednik, potpredsjednik i pravna savjetnica Crodiaspore sastali s novoizabranom predsjednicom kanadskog ogranka Crodiaspore, Anom Katalini.... Ana je roena u Prince George B.C.-iju. Roditelja hrvatskog podrijetla, imala je priliku od malih nogu uiti hrvatski jezik i udubiti se u bogatu hrvatsku tradiciju. Diplomirala je meunarodne odnose na Sveuilistu British Columbia. Zavrila je paralegalne studije prije nego to je zapoela slijediti svoje instinkte i poela raditi u Meunarodnom sudu za ratne zloine poinjene na podruju bive Jugoslavije. Pod vodstvom Luke Mietia, bila je menaderica sluaja i lanica obrane Generala Gotovine. Trenutno ivi u Torontu i radi u podruju korporativnog odravanja i upravljanja. Vrlo je aktivna lanica hrvatske zajednice u Kanadi i iznimno se radujemo suradnji s naom Anom. President, Vice President, and Legal Advisor of Crodiaspora on Wednesday met with the newly elected President of Crodiaspora Canada, Ana Katalini. A first generation Canadian born in Prince George B.C., Ana was fortunate to learn Croatian and about Croatian traditions from her parents. After completing a Bachelors in International Relations at UBC, Ana further completed her paralegal studies and followed her instincts to work as a case manager at the UN War Crimes Tribunal in The Hague where, under the direction of Luka Mieti, she worked as General Ante Gotovinas case manager. Now in Toronto, working in corporate maintenance and governance, Ana is active in the Croatian community. We are looking forward to working with Ana.

Youre invited to be a guest at GMR Toastmasters Club on-line open house, featuring speaker Emily Nichols - "Begin with Beginners Mind" Engaging talk by featured speaker Emily Nichols Experience a sample GMR Toastmasters meeting as a guest Learn benefits of Toastmasters... More than just speeches Opportunity to question members Guests are always free See more

Congrats Dani Kristina! Check out her latest release You Dont Get to Choose, available now on all major platforms

Croatias Mate Pavi wins the US Open Tennis Championships doubles title Fellow Croatian Nikola Mekti finishes second https://www.croatiaweek.com/croatias-mate-pavic-wins-the-u/

KW-Croatian Club Golf Tournament Sunday, Oct 4, 2020

The PANORAMA RESIDENCE 8 Stunning Units for Sale in Crikvenica, Croatia The Panorama Residence contains 8 completed separate air conditioned apartments of either 2 or 3 bedrooms, and an optional penthouse. All pre-wired for todays needs, with satellite television and internet connections and an average of nine electrical outlets in every room, similar to luxury hotel standards. When you are ready to explore the surrounding area, the beach is only a 15-minute walk away, o...r explore the towns shops and restaurants, museums and hiking trails. The nearest airport is 20 minutes (19 km) by car, on the island of Krk. https://croat.ca/the-panorama-residence-8-stunning-units-f/

Congratulations Korta Katarina Recipient of four Silver Medals at Sommeliers Choice Awards!

There will be a Croatian US Open Tennis Championships winner this year in the mens doubles Nikola Mekti will face another Croatian, his Davis Cup teammate Mate Pavi. The final takes place on Thursday ... https://www.croatiaweek.com/2020-us-open-croatian-guarant/

Experience Istria

"Infobip is one of those big companies that no one has heard of but everyone has used. If youve ever received a message from your bank, or from Facebook or Uber, youve used Infobip. The Croatian company provides the messaging platform for some 750 banks, and works with some 650 mobile operators around the world. Silvio Kutic, founder and chief executive, estimates that some 5bn people, or of the worlds population have used the Infobip service, which is still run from Kutics tiny home town of Vodnjan, on Croatias Istrian coast." https://sifted.eu/articles/infobip-unicorn-ipo/

How much do you know about Croatia? Take our Croat Quiz and test your Croatian trivia https://croat.ca/the-ultimate-croatian-quiz/

GMR Toastmasters Club meets virtually every Thursday evening. Practice public speaking, improve your communication and build leadership skills. Contact [email protected] to visit a meeting for free.

An exciting announcement from MLSE - a unique Drive-In experience on the big screen at Ontario Place for some upcoming Toronto FC matches! Toronto FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC on August 21, 2020 LIVE SPORTS & MUSIC ... FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR CAR Torontos newest venue for sports and entertainment this summer. Between August and October they will host fans for Raptors Playoffs games, TFC games, live concerts and special movie screenings. Drive in, get comfy, and enjoy some of the best entertainment Toronto has to offer. https://www.olgplaystage.com/

Congratulations Peter Blazevic!

AND STILL! Stipe Miocic wins with a unanimous decision The Greatest Of All Time

We are very sorry to announce that due to health and safety restrictions concerning COVID-19, we are cancelling this years 18th Annual Taste of Croatia Golf Tournament. The Taste of Croatia is one of our signature fundraisers and has raised funds to support the Croatian-Canadian Scholarship Fund as well as other Chamber initiatives over the years. We would like to thank all of our partners, golfers, sponsors and volunteers for their continued support and understanding. ...We remain hopeful and look forward to returning next year. SAVE THE DATE: Friday, September 10, 2021 Stay well, stay safe and take care of one another

Happy Victory & Homeland Thanksgiving Day Today, August 5th, marks the 25th anniversary of Operation Storm in Knin, Croatia Thank you to our veterans and defenders.

OffCamera 2020 Virtual Art Reception organized by Tatjana Hutinec Virtual exhibition showcasing art by 68 artists from the film business https://www.youtube.com/watch

WEBINAR: Tuesday, August 4th at 18:30 Croatian Time Operation Storm- The decisive battle of the Croatian War for Independence with Ana Katalini, Defence Case Manager for General Gotovina, and Tomislav Z. Kuzmanovi, Defence attorney for General Marka.

Ina Garten Shared the Easiest Appetizer Ever from Her Not-Yet-Released Cookbook featuring DALMATIA FIG SPREAD Barefoot Contessa https://www.thekitchn.com/ina-garten-fig-appetizer-modern-c

Former Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovi has been elected to the International Olympic Committee with 86 votes in favor and three against. Congratulations! https://www.olympic.org//ioc-session-elects-two-vice-presi... https://www.total-croatia-news.com/sport/45091-kolinda

Congratulations to Ivana Glavic from Hamilton, ON Selected the winner of the Most Beautiful Woman in a Croatian National Costume outside of Croatia!

Villa Oliva Experience Istria and Croatia Unpacked featured in Ottawa Life Magazine "Istria a kaleidoscope of colours and a treasure trove of gastronomic delights"

Croatian-Canadian Ivan osi is the name and face behind LjetoINCroatia and one of the best ambassadors of tourism in Croatia In this article he talks about how COVID-19 has affected his business and his plans in Croatia this summer https://www.journal.hr//ivan-cosic-jedan-je-od-najboljih-/

Croatia Unpacked is launching their Summer 2020 Wine Portfolio

Congratulations Nick Mocan, P.Eng! Appointed President, Crozier Consulting Engineers

This past Sunday, Crodiaspora held a virtual debate with the major candidates seeking parliamentary seats in the 11th district of the Croatian parliament, which are meant to represent the interests of Croatians living abroad. This article summarizes the debate in English and provides brief details on the voting process. https://www.croatiaweek.com/video-candidates-seeking-to-r/

Badel Pelinkovac in stock NOW at LCBO at these locations only. Please contact the store to confirm quantity, as this is subject to change. United Stars Corporation http://foodanddrink.ca//product/inventory/searchResults.do

Check out the wide variety of Badel 1862 Croatian wines and select spirits available NOW and coming soon for home delivery from the LCBO including Vigor vodka! Vigor Vodka at LCBO - https://www.lcbo.com//servlet/en/lcbo/vigor-original-vodka Search all BADEL products at LCBO - https://www.lcbo.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lcbo... http://www.unitedstars.ca/products - scroll to Croatia United Stars Corporation

Happy Canada Day

2020 Croatian Elections Notice for voting in Mississauga, ON July 4 and 5, 2020 - 7am to 5pm - Please adhere to physical distancing rules and wear a mask.

Online GLOBAL E&P SUMMIT: Thursday, July 2, 2020 George Kovacic, President of the BC Chapter of the Canadian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce will present, "Best practices to attract IOC investment during COVID-19". For further information or to register please visit: https://www.in-vr.co/

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE MOST BEAUTIFUL CROATIAN IN A NATIONAL COSTUME OUTSIDE THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIA Two Canadian Candidates Ivana Glavic from Hamilton, ON and Christina Grgic from Vancouver, BC As the ladies are unable to travel due to the COVID-19 virus epidemic, this years event will be held live online on July 10, 2020 starting at 8pm on their YouTube channel.

Baka Communications Inc. is Hiring: Content Writer Baka Communications Inc, a leader in wireless communications is seeking an experienced and creative Content Writer to join their team. In this one year contract position you will be responsible for writing well-researched and accurate content for social media, web and marketing materials. You will work closely with marketing and sales departments to ensure content is informative, appealing and accurate so an openness to coll...aboration is important. Please send your resume and samples of your social media work to [email protected] Other responsibilities include: Creating concise, eye-catching content Having excellent writing, spelling, and understanding of grammar Be knowledgable on the latest digital trends and understanding of SEO best practices. Developing content for both print and web-ready marketing materials Experience: Excellent knowledge of Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Google+ and others Understanding of search engine optimization and web traffic metrics Excellent multitasking and problem-solving skills Great interpersonal and communication skills Ability to create compelling copy and content https://croat.ca/baka-communications-inc-is-looking-to-hir/

Help for Main Street Small Businesses to go Digital - the COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the importance of having an online presence to sell goods and services. The Ontario government, in partnership with the federal government, is helping small businesses reach more customers through the Digital Main Street platform. Open the digital road and take advantage of three new programs to support small business:... ShopHERE - provides independent small businesses and artists with a quick, easy and no-cost way to get selling online right away. Digital Main Street Grant - will help main street small businesses be digitally more effective. Through a $2,500 grant administered by the Ontario BIA Association, small businesses will be able to adopt new technologies and embrace digital marketing. Municipalities, Chambers of Commerce, and Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) can apply for a Digital Service Squad grant, which will allow them to establish teams to provide personalized, one-on-one support. Future Proofing Main Street - assists businesses with identifying new markets, pivoting their business model, and developing and implementing a deep digital transformation plan. Learn more here: https://digitalmainstreet.ca/ontario/