Elena Milenkovski has been dancing in Ensemble Makedonka for over 20 years. Her dance career includes performances across Canada and the United States with her Ensemble members. She has been an active organizer in Ensemble Makedonka’s concerts, fundraising and events. In her spare time Elena enjoys singing to all the songs on the radio and going for nature walks around the city. Elena is excited to take on the role as dance instructor and is looking forward in teaching the new generation of Macedonian dancers. 

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Cveta has danced for Ensemble Makedonka since 2006 and has been teaching the Macedonian Dance School since 2015. She has a bachelor of science in psychology, from UofT, Human Resources Management Certificate from George Brown College, and is currently taking additional courses at Seneca College. During her free time she volunteers at a Toronto hospital, spends time with her partner, and watching the newest Netflix documentary. Cveta is proud to be apart of Ensemble Makedonka because she is excited to pass on a piece of Macedonian heritage. 

Jennifer Raptopoulos was with Ensemble Makedonka for 4 years. She joined Makedonka later on in life as she was a high-level athlete, but she had another passion other than sports, and it was Macedonian folk dancing. Jennifer loved watching Ensemble Makedonka at concerts and at other performance events, so she decided to join after many years of spectating. Jennifer's years with Makedonka were so much fun, and she will never forget her first performance. Unfortunately, her years with Makedonka were cut short due to covid, but she is now putting her love for Macedonian folklore into teaching and helping out our amazing new generation!

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Naumce Trpeski is currently completing his Master of Public Health at the University of Waterloo having graduated from the Life Sciences program at the University of Toronto. He is an aspiring dentist and currently works as a Health Policy Analyst for the Ontario Dental Association. Naumce has been a dancer in Ensemble Makedonka for over 10 years. He is excited to help continue this long standing tradition within our community, and foster a new generation of Macedonian folklore dancers. Naumce has experienced the invaluable friendships, memories, and opportunities that have come out of this group, and can’t wait for the next generation to share those experiences too.

Alexis Jovanovski is currently a full-time student studying to be a teacher in the concurrent education program at York University. She enjoys teaching children and helping them progress, and is passionate about positive motivation as she strives to create an encouraging environment.    

In the spirit of preserving her heritage and culture, Alexis started dancing in Ensemble Makedonka at the age of four. Dancing in Makedonka allowed her to create countless memories and relationships along with many lifelong friends, all while touring numerous cities during her time with the group. Alexis is excited to be a part of this next chapter of Ensemble Makedonka, where she is able to give back to the group and our community by supporting and encouraging this new generation of Macedonian folklore dancers.