EKN is pleased to announce the following members and Board of Directors as of April 23, 2024.
Reet Marten Sehr – Chair
Kadri Munro – Vice Chair, Treasurer
Lia Hess – Director
Marta Kivik – Director
Andres Kasekamp – Director
Valia Reinsalu – Director
Paul-Erik Veel – Director
The Board wishes to thank Past President Kairi Taul Hemingway for her commitment and service to EKN over the past 4 ½ years, including leading the transition to its new governance model. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Kairi has represented EKN at numerous Stand with Ukraine events, expressing unwavering support of Estonian Canadians for Ukraine in her speeches. Highlights of Kairi’s term include the presentation of EKN Medal of Merit to the late Brian Mulroney, Canadian Prime Minister 1984-1993, and Gold Medal of Merit to Helgi Leesment (Victoria B.C.), at the 75th anniversary celebration of Vancouver Estonian Association. Kairi also served as President of Baltic Federation, and treasurer and secretary of EKN.
The Board thanks Ingrid Soide, (Vancouver) for her many years of service on the board, and as Chair of the Medals of Merit committee.
The Board thanks Urve Tamberg, (Toronto) for her contributions and years on the board, and as member of the governance committee and delegate to the Estonian World Congress.
EKN expresses its appreciation for Marcus Kolga’s years of service to the Council and his internationally recognized commitment to defending democracy and freedom of expression.
EKN will continue to represent and advocate for the interests of Estonian Canadians with all levels of government in Canada, further strengthen cooperation with Estonia, and work together with Estonian communities across the country to preserve Estonian culture, language, and identity.
EKN Board of Directors
2024.04.23.
