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Consular services in Vancouver May 2008NOTICE This is to inform all Croatian citizens that the next consular day will be held in Vancouver on May 24th 2008 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Croatian Parish Heart of Mary, 3105 East, First Avenuv28.04.2008. | Press releases

Consular Day in Montreal April 3th 2008NOTICE This is to inform all Croatian citizens that the next consular day will be held in Montreal, exceptionally, on Thursday, April 3rd 2008 between 12 and 5 p.m. at 750, boulevard Marcel-Laurin, St. Laurent, office 106. 20.03.2008. | Press releases

University School of Croatian Language and Culture, 2008University School of Croatian Language and Culture in Zagreb, June 28 – July 25, 2007 University School of Croatian Language and Culture is jointly organized by the University of Zagreb and the Croatian Heritage Foundation. The school program consists of two parts: the academic program and the Croatian cultural program. The four week academic program comprises of 110 hours of classes that includes 95 hours of compulsory classes and 15 hours of selective classes. They are scheduled Mondays to Fridays in the Student Dorm ‘Cvijetno naselje' in Zagreb. The cultural program is organized by the Croatian Heritage Foundation and comprises of academic lectures and study visits on Croatian culture & history. The students visit museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, concerts, theatre & theatre performances as well as study trips to Croatian Hinterland and Plitvice Lakes. For further information and for the application form, please contact: Note: All applications and deposits are to be received by the Croatian heritage Foundation no later than May 20th, 2008. University of Zagreb University School of Croatian Language and Culture Trg M. Tita 14, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia Tel: + 385 1 4698 103, fax: + 385 1 4698 132, e-mail: croatianlang@unizg.hr, www.unizg.hr Croatian Heritage Foundation Department of Education, Science and Sport Trg S. Radica 3, HR-10 000 Zagreb, Croatia Tel: +385 1 6115 116, fax: +385 1 6111 522, e-mail: lada@matis.hr 17.03.2008. | Press releases

Consular Day in VancouverNOTICE Consular day in Vancouver on March 15th 2008 This is to inform all Croatian citizens that the next consular day will be held in Vancouver on March 15th 2008 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Croatian Parish Heart of Mary, 3105 East, First Avenuve. 29.02.2008. | Press releases

Croatian Heritage Sites on the UNESCO''s List - ExhibitionEMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIA PARTICIPATES IN 'DOORS OPEN' JUNE 2nd and 3rd, 2007 with an exhibition of 'Croatian Heritage Sites' on the World Heritage list of UNESCO The Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Ottawa is participating in the traditional City of Ottawa 'Doors Open' event, where more than a hundred buildings of architectural and historic significance are opening their doors to the community. Home to the Embassy of Croatia, originally built in 1875, was purchased in 1994 with donations from the Croatian community in Canada. In 1999, the award-wining restoration was completed. The City of Ottawa presented the Award of Excellence to the Embassy of Croatia in 2000 for the restoration of the Heritage Building.28.05.2007. | Press releases

Canadina-Croatian Folk Festivals in Windsor and Winnipeg May 19 and 20, 2007Canadian-Croatian Folklore Festival in Windsor and Winnipeg on May 19th & 20th, 2007 On May 19th and 20th, 2007, The Canadian-Croatian Folklore Association organized its annual folklore festival in both the Eastern and Western parts of Canada. Traditional Croatian music and dances were performed by dozens of cultural folklore groups in their rich traditional costumes. Both events drew a large audience of several hundred guests. Croatian Ambassador in Canada Vesela Mrden Korac and First Secretary of Croatian Embassy in Ottawa Antun Mahnic participated at the festivals in Winnipeg and Windsor.22.05.2007. | Press releases

Notice of New Address of the Honorary Consulate of Croatia in Montreal NOTICE OF NEW ADDRESS THE HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIA IN MONTREAL 750, boulevad Marcel-Laurin bureau 106 St. Laurent, Québec H4M 2M4 Telefone: 514 744 0770, ext. #201 Contact: Mrs. Rose Mary Mirizzi Consular days are regularly on every first Friday of the month. 15.05.2007. | Press releases

Director of Trade and Promotion Investment Agency Mr Slobodan Mikac, on business visit to Canada April 20-30th, 2007Director of Trade and Investment Promotion Agency in Croatia, Mr. Slobodan Mikac, on a business visit to Canada on April 20 – 30th, 2007. Mr. Slobodan Mikac, the Director of Trade and Investment Promotion Agency in Croatia and project leader Mr. Kristian Lesar held presentations for the Canadian Business Community, the Canadian Federal and Provincial Government as well as the Canadian? Croatian Community, on business and investment opportunities available in Croatia. The business seminars were held in Toronto on April 23rd, in Ottawa on April 24th, and in Montreal on April 25th. Mr. Mikac met with the Canadian Minister of International Trade, Hon. David Emerson, and Parliamentary Secretary for Canadian International Development Agency, Mr. Ted Menzies. He also attended a courtesy visit with the Speaker of the Senate, Hon. Noel Kinsella. 02.05.2007. | Press releases

Croatoan Concert on April 28th 2007Croatian folklore concert on April 28th 2007 Performed by the Croatian Folklore Ensemble CROATOAN of Ottawa The 29th annual Croatian Folklore Concert, performed by The Croatian Folklore Ensemble Croatoan of Ottawa, was held at the concert auditorium at the University of Carleton on April 28th, 2007. The event was followed by a formal banquet with Ambassador Vesela Mrden Korac in attendance, along with other staff members of the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Ottawa.30.04.2007. | Press releases

Investment opportunities in Croatia Business seminars in Canada, April 23-25, 2007 Investment opportunities in Croatia Business seminars in Canada, April 23-25, 2007 Mr. Slobodan Mikac, the Director of Trade and Investment Promotion Agency in Croatia and project leader Mr. Kristian Lesar will be holding presentations for the Canadian Business Community on business and investment opportunities available in Croatia. The business seminars will be held in Toronto on April 23rd, in Ottawa on April 24th, and in Montreal on April 25th. 13.04.2007. | Press releases