May 2023 Canadian Newsletter |
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Dear UCC friends
This past month, as our community celebrated Easter, we thought of our brothers and sisters in Ukraine for whom Easter came this year at a time of war. We think of thousands killed and wounded, the millions of Ukrainians who have had to flee their homes because of Russia’s genocidal war.
This May 18 we will mark Vyshyvanka Day, as well as Crimean Tatar Genocide Memorial Day. This will be an important opportunity to gather together to continue to inform Canadians about the ongoing war, the situation of Ukrainian prisoners of war and Russia’s historical and contemporary attacks on the Crimean Tatar People. Stay tuned for more event listings and resources we’ll be collecting.
Finally, in the coming weeks we’ll see community festivals once again taking place in Calgary, Saskatoon, Edmonton, and British Columbia. Let’s continue to support the many wonderful charitable projects to support Ukraine and Ukrainians and do everything we can as a community to help Ukraine win!
Слава Україні! Героям Слава!
Glory to Ukraine! Glory to Her Heroes!
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Ihor Michalchyshyn
CEO & Executive Director
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Vyshyvanka Day 2023
This May 18 we will mark Vyshyvanka Day, as well as Crimean Tatar Genocide Memorial Day.
This year's celebrations may look different, but they remain an important reminder of the value of identity, culture, and resilience. Ukrainians around the world will come together to commemorate their shared heritage and the sacrifices of those who have fought for it.
This will be an important opportunity to gather together to continue to inform Canadians about the ongoing war, the situation of Ukrainian prisoners of war and Russia’s historical and contemporary attacks on the Crimean Tatar People.
Stay tuned for more event listings and resources we’ll be collecting.
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UCC Meets with Prime Minister of Ukraine |
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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) was very pleased to meet with the Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal in Toronto along with a community leadership delegation. The Prime Minister of Ukraine spoke about the urgent priorities for Ukraine including launching a spring offensive operation against Russian occupying forces and rebuilding of essential services.
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UCC is Hiring Summer Students Across Canada
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress is excited to begin the search for a number of summer staff across Canada, through the support of the Canada Summer Jobs program. Positions will be available in Ottawa and Winnipeg and include a combination of in-person and remote work.
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UCC Parliamentary Internship Program
Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2023 Ukrainian Canadian Parliamentary Internship Program. Applications are due May 15, 2023 at 12:00 midnight.
Watch the March 28th Information Session webinar here.
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UCC Outlines Ukrainian Community Growth in Atlantic Canada
Watch UCC's Mariana Savka, National Outreach and Program Coordinator, on Kontakt speaking about the growth of the Ukrainian community in Atlantic Canada.
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Citadel Theatre (Edmonton, AB) - April 22 - May 13, 2023 | Rice Theatre
The Cultch (Vancouver, BC) - May 25 - June 4, 2023 | Historic Theatre
Persephone Theatre (Saskatoon, SK) - October 11 - 29, 2023 | Mainstage Theatre
Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre (Winnipeg, MB) - November 1 - 18, 2023 | Warehouse Theatre
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The Hnatyshyn Foundation: Ukraine - Heritage, Spirit and Future: A Fundraising Gala
A hopeful celebration of Ukrainian & Canadian artists in concert. The exceptionally gifted winners of The Hnatyshyn Foundation’s cross-Canadian awards program will perform contemporary, folkloric, and classical dance and music for a one-night-only fundraising gala.
Sunday, 25 June 2023 at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre, Ottawa, ON
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BC Ukrainian Cultural Festival
May 6, 2023
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Edmonton Ukrainian Festival
May 26 & 27, 2023
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Vesna Festival 2023, Saskatoon
May 15, 2023
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Calgary Ukrainian Festival
June 3 & 4, 2023
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CUF Hiring for Executive Director
Canada Ukraine Foundation (CUF) is looking to fill the role of Executive Director, who has the energy, enthusiasm, and experience to be the right fit to work with our Executive Committee in order to fulfill our Vision and Mission
Applications due: May 19th, 2023
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'REQUIEM' - PSA for Ukraine |
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UCC is grateful to be included in 'Requiem,' a PSA directed by Oleksandr Hera and produced by Sara Fakhr in support of several organizations dedicated to helping Ukraine. This beautiful video reflects our own mission to support Ukrainian artists in their time of crisis.
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Summer with CUF: Application for Financial Support for Summer Camps for Ukrainian Displaced Children
CUF is pleased to be supporting Summer Camps for Displaced children from Ukraine.
Funding is available for Ukrainian Canadian organizations planning to run summer camps for children residing in Canada on CUAET visa and require funding and assistance.
Deadline: May 15, 2023
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Biking for Ukraine Project / Je roule pour l’Ukraine
On May 1, 2023, Dariy Hrystyuk started the 'Biking for Ukraine Project' where he will cycle from Vancouver (BC) to the city of Lévis (QC), a total of 5,300 km in two months.
This initiative aims to raise funds for the reconstruction of war damage in Ukraine. The goal is to raise $1 per km, for a total of $5,300.
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