The Icelandic Canadian Club of Edmonton

The original Icelandic Club of Edmonton was organized in 1933*.  It was formed into the Icelandic Society of Edmonton in 1956*. In 2005 the name of the club was changed to the Icelandic Canadian Club of Edmonton. This change was carried out in conjunction with an update and revision of the bylaws. Its Icelandic name is Norðurljós (northern lights). It strives to keep Icelandic cultural heritage alive through an ethnic choir, language classes, and traditional functions. An annual Icelandic picnic is held in Markerville, Alberta, home of Icelandic-Canadian poet Stephan G. Stephansson. The nearby Stephansson House is a provincial historic site. Icelandic food is sold in the kaffistofa (coffee shop) in the old Creamery, another historic site. Þorrablót is an annual event when Icelandic food and entertainment are featured. During this program, the new Fjallkona (Maid of the mountain) is presented. The Saga Singers perform at many events in traditional Icelandic costumes.
*Thanks to Gunnar Thorvaldsson for the correct dates.

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Last update:  Jaunuary 3rd, 2008
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