Klatsor Toronto

The Toronto chapter of Hamazkayin Armenian Educational and Cultural Society was established in 1969 and the first event held in December, 1969, was dedicated to the composer Komitas. The founding committee members were Apkar Mirakian, Jirair Hovhannesian, Vahe Mardirosian and the late Nerses Gedikian and Shoushig Boyadjian.

Since its inception, the Toronto Chapter of Hamazkayin has grown to become a vibrant presence in the Toronto Armenian community, with over 200 volunteers participating in all aspects of cultural initiatives.

Klatsor, as the chapter was named later, is home to the Hamazkayin H. Manougian library, the Hamazkayin Dance Academy and the Erepuni Dance Ensemble, the Two Masks theatre and the George Sarkissian theatre group, the Arshile Gorky Art Studio, the Kousan and Hye Asdgher choirs, the Pomegranate Film Festival, the Hamazkayin Theatre Hall and the Literary club.

With weekly activities and cultural events that span throughout the year, the Klatsor chapter is the cultural hub of the Toronto Armenian community. In addition to its full plate of events and initiatives throughout the year, which include performances by groups and artists from North America, Middle East, Europe and Armenia, Klatsor contributes to the success of various community events through its cultural programs.