Memorial for Edgar Marten

Sunday, October 30th, 3pm at Tartu College

In Estonian and English

Edgar Marten was a leading figure in the Toronto Estonian community as the principal of the Toronto Estonian Schools for 43 years. He served on many community boards including the Estonian Central Council in Canada and St. Peter’s Estonian Lutheran Church. He has received numerous orders of merit, including the Order of the White Star, Class V from the President of Estonia. Edgar had an oversized influence on many people’s lives, in particular in raising generations of Estonian-Canadians through the Toronto Estonian Schools. For hundreds of young people, he was “Mr. Marten – Koolipapa”. He was instrumental in making sure Estonian culture and language lived on in Canada. Join us and Edgar Marten’s family in remembering our beloved and respected community member.

The memorial event will include:

• Greetings
• Shared memories from family members and Toronto Estonian School teachers and students
• Summary of the school lore collection initiative
• Musical interludes
• Exhibition
• Reception