Sofia Zacharaki visits Canada for Archbishop enthronement

Greek Minister of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports Sofia Zacharaki is conducting a four-day visit to Canada from September 19 to September 22, 2026. The primary occasion for the visit is the enthronement of the new Archbishop of Canada, Archbishop Apostolos, at St. Nicholas Holy Cathedral in Scarborough, Toronto.

During her trip, Zacharaki will hold meetings in Toronto and Montreal focusing on the Greek diaspora, Greek-language education, and the promotion of Greek studies in Canada. She is scheduled to meet with Ontario Premier Doug Ford and representatives from the academic community to discuss strengthening ties between the diaspora and Greek culture, history, and language.