Tomsak Meets MP Michael Coteau

Community engagement and youth leadership came together in an inspiring conversation at Holy Trinity Armenian Church in Toronto, where the team behind Tomsak had the opportunity to meet with Michael Coteau, Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Woburn. The meeting was a chance to share Tomsak's mission of connecting Armenian-Canadians with their culture, and a reminder of what happens when young people take initiative in their community.

Sharing the Tomsak vision

During the meeting, Tomsak introduced the vision behind the platform a central hub dedicated to promoting Armenian cultural events, community gatherings, festivals, concerts, educational programs, and other initiatives taking place across Canada. The goal is to make it easier for Armenian-Canadians to stay connected with their heritage, while helping others discover the richness of Armenian culture.

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MP Michael Coteau applauds youth-led innovation

MP Michael Coteau was impressed by the initiative and praised the dedication of young people using technology to strengthen community connections. He expressed his appreciation for seeing youth take an active role in preserving and promoting Armenian culture, noting that projects like this help bring communities together and encourage greater participation in cultural life.

Guidance and resources for young leaders

Coteau asked several questions to better understand the project and pointed the team toward government resources that could help Tomsak grow, including youth entrepreneurship programs. The conversation underscored the importance of supporting young leaders who create positive change through innovation and community service.

Growing Canada's Armenian community, coast to coast

By providing a central place to discover Armenian events from coast to coast, Tomsak is helping ensure that Canada's vibrant Armenian heritage continues to grow and reach future generations. This encouraging meeting is a reminder that when young people take initiative, they can make a meaningful impact and inspire others to celebrate cultural diversity across Canada. Explore what's happening near you on our events page, or browse our

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Michael Coteau?

Michael Coteau is the Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Woburn and a long-time supporter of community, youth and cultural initiatives across the Greater Toronto Area.

What is Tomsak?

Tomsak is Canada's directory of Armenian community events — a central hub where you can find, share and join Armenian cultural events, concerts, festivals and gatherings across the country.

Where is Holy Trinity Armenian Church?

Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church is located at 920 Progress Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, in the Greater Toronto Area.

How can I add my Armenian event to Tomsak?

Visit the Submit an Event page on Tomsak to share your Armenian event with the community across Canada — it's free and only takes a few minutes.