On April 19, 2024, the President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda, during a historic visit to Vancouver as part of the 80th anniversary of the Canadian Polish Congress, recognized the work of the M. Kopernik (Nicolaus Copernicus) Foundation for its substantial contribution to the community.
Tony Jochlin, President of the Kopernik Foundation, along with Liz Narodowski, Director of the Kopernik Foundation were in attendance, representing the Kopernik Foundation during President Duda’s visit.
Tony had the privilege of accepting the Polish flag, gifted to the Foundation by President Duda, during this significant event.