The Hellenic Initiative recently announced a fundraising concert in Montreal by Greek singer Alkistis Protopsalti, set to take place on October 25, 2025, at Théâtre Maisonneuve.
The event in Athens brought together influential figures from the Greek and Canadian communities, as well as key partners and sponsors, to highlight the significance of the concert and its philanthropic goals.
Concert proceeds will support critical programs in Greece through this celebration of music and generosity, organized by a volunteer committee chaired by Robert Peck, THI Canada’s Honorary Director and former Canadian Ambassador to Greece, and Maria Xiradaki Fotopoulos, Vice-Chair and Sponsorship Lead, the organization’s Director of Community Development.
In line with THI Canada’s mission to support meaningful change in Greece, a portion of the concert’s proceeds will benefit youth-focused initiatives, including Regeneration and Ecogenia—two dynamic organizations creating opportunities in education, employment, and climate action, particularly in the area of forest management and environmental stewardship. The support for the Greek NGO Emfasis, which works with homeless and marginalized populations in Greece, will continue.
“Alkistis Protopsalti is a musical treasure, whose voice and spirit have captivated audiences across generations. With more than 40 years of artistic excellence and 28 gold and platinum albums, she has brought Greek music to the world,” said THI Canada Co-President Alexander Georgiadis.
“We are thrilled to welcome her to Montréal for what promises to be an unforgettable evening.”
Alkistis Protopsalti on Hellenic Initiative’s fundraising concert
The iconic Greek singer, Alkistis Protopsalti, shared her excitement about the Montreal concert and announced her collaboration with the Socrates-Démosthène III Children’s Choir, which will bring a special touch to the performance.
Protopsalti expressed her excitement for the upcoming performance and announced a special collaboration:
“It gives me great joy to return to a city that embraces both cultural diversity and a vibrant Greek community. On October 25, I will have the honour of performing with the Socrates-Démosthène III Children’s Choir, under the direction of lyric tenor and choir master Dimitris Ilias. It will be a celebration of music, unity, and hope in support of The Hellenic Initiative Canada.”
The Montréal-based choir, founded two decades ago, has built a strong legacy in the community, performing at major cultural events and recording acclaimed children’s operas.
The launch event was a resounding success, setting the stage for a memorable Montreal concert. Tickets for the concert are now available through Place des Arts. For more information, please visit THI Canada.
Alikistis Protopsalti and her influence on the Greek music scene
Alikistis Protopsalti has been in the Greek music scene for over 40 years, with 28 solo albums, all of which have gone gold or platinum. She’s one of the most important Greek singers, an amazing ambassador for Greek music, and the only woman ambassador of Marathon in the world.
Protopsalti first made her mark on the Greek music scene in the late 70s. Since then, she’s collaborated with some of the biggest names in Greek music, like Mikis Theodorakis, Stavros Xarhakos, Dimos Moutsis, Elias Andriopoulos, Stamatis Kraounakis, Nikos Antypas, Stefanos Korkolis, Giannis Spanos, Stamatis Spanoudakis, and even the world-renowned Goran Bregovic.
Her best-of albums have been released in Spain and Israel. Protopsalti has performed at some of the best ancient theatres in Greece, but she’s also had incredible shows in famous theatres all over the world.
