June 2022 Canadian Newsletter |
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100 days have passed since Russia launched its full out invasion of Ukraine. Through that time we have all worked very hard to support our sisters and brothers in Ukraine. With every day that passes, Russia’s war grows more brutal. But the Ukrainian people grow stronger. We will continue to do all we can to ensure the victory of Ukraine and the Ukrainian people!
On our National Day of Action for Ukraine events took place in more than 40 communities across the country. Thank you to everyone who organized, and participated and who helped show the strength and unity of our community! Дякую!
On May 18, we commemorated the Anniversary of the Genocide of the Crimean Tatar People. Canada’s House of Commons officially recognized the deportation of the Crimean Tatar people by the Soviet Communist regime in 1944 an act of Genocide – recognition for which the UCC has been advocating for many years. May the Memory of the Victims Be Eternal. Вічная Пам’ять.
Finally, we are so excited to see plans for the XXVII Triennial Congress coming together for October, with registration now open. This will truly be a historic event with essential discussions on Ukraine and our community in Canada. Please see more information below and our website.
Слава Україні! Героям Слава!
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Ihor Michalchyshyn
CEO & Executive Director
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House of Commons recognizes Genocide of Crimean Tatar People
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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) welcomes the unanimous recognition by Canada’s House of Commons that the Sürgünlik – the mass deportation of the Crimean Tatar People from their homeland in 1944 by the Soviet Communist regime – was an act of Genocide against the Crimean Tatar People.
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The motion, introduced by Member of Parliament Yvan Baker (Etobicoke Centre), and adopted unanimously, affirms that the House of Commons:
- Recognizes that the mass deportation of the Crimean Tatars by the Soviet regime in 1944, known as the “Sürgünlik”, constituted a genocide against the Crimean Tatar people.
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Designates May 18th of each year as Crimean Tatar Deportation (“Sürgünlik”) Memorial Day.
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Stand With Ukraine - Blue & Yellow Canada |
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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress is called a National Canada-wide Day of Action for Ukraine.
Many communities across Canada participated by organizing demonstrations in their local areas.
On May 15th, Canada wore their vyshyvanka (Ukrainian embroidered shirts) and turned Canada blue and yellow in solidarity with the people of Ukraine!
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#Vyshyvanka is a symbol of faith, hope, love and indomitability of Ukrainians.
The Ukrainian embroidered shirt is a mandatory element of traditional dress. Vyshyvanka is not only a highly artistic work, but also an integral part of modern Ukrainian identity. Embroidered shirts differ in patterns, ways of cutting, colors according to 16 ethnic regions of the country.
However, among the antique shirts embroidered by hand, it is difficult to find 2 completely identical. This is due to the fact that everyone wanted to have their own special shirt.
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Vyshyvanka became a symbol of political resistance to the invaders. It was buried in the ground, secretly taken out and hidden, if only the national symbol was not in the hands of the enemy.
One of the favorite holidays of Ukrainians – Vyshyvanka Day – every year on the third Thursday in May, Ukrainians around the world and foreigners in solidarity with Ukraine wear embroidered shirts in support of Ukraine.
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UCC-CUF Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal announces Ukrainian Canadian summer camp support program for displaced
Ukrainian children across Canada
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The UCC–CUF Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal announced today the launch of the Ukrainian Canadian summer camp support program for displaced Ukrainian children to attend summer camps in Canada organized by Ukrainian Canadian organizations during the summer of 2022.
The Ukrainian Canadian summer camp support program will cover the cost for children who attend a summer camp in Canada, up to $350 per child per week for up to 2 weeks.
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Ukrainian Canadian Congress XXVII Triennial Congress |
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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) is pleased to announce the opening of registration for delegates and guests to the XXVII Triennial Congress of Ukrainian Canadians, taking place October 28-30, 2022 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. |
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“The Triennial Congress will take place at a time when our Ukrainian sisters and brothers are defending their homeland from Russia’s genocidal war,” stated Alexandra Chyczij, National President of the UCC. “This Congress is an important opportunity for our community to discuss Canada’s – and our community’s – role in support for Ukraine in security policy, military assistance, humanitarian and economic aid and as an advocate for Ukraine’s freedom on the world stage.”
The theme of the XXVII Triennial Congress is Stronger Together. We will focus on the importance of unity in our community and explore the impacts of the war and humanitarian crisis on our local Ukrainian communities, and how we can best support the incoming wave of displaced Ukrainians in Canada.
The deadline to take advantage of the Early Bird Registration Discount is July 31. The UCC is also pleased to offer discounts for delegates and guests for accommodation and transportation that we have negotiated with vendors and service providers.
To recognize the outstanding achievement and contributions of the community leaders in various fields, the following Awards will be presented at the Triennial Congress held on October 28 to 30, 2022, in Winnipeg, Manitoba:
- Taras Shevchenko Medal
- National Leadership Award
- Youth Leadership Award
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Ukrainians arriving in Canada can now apply to receive transitional financial assistance |
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The benefit will consist of a direct, one-time payment of $3,000 per adult and $1,500 per child (17 years and under) for those under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUEAT) Program. |
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UKRAINE HUMANITARIAN APPEAL UPDATES |
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The Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal has been established jointly by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress and the Canada Ukraine Foundation to formalize a coordinated approach in providing humanitarian assistance quickly and efficiently to those in need in Ukraine to address any further aggression by Russia. The main efforts of cooperation are to provide humanitarian assistance/relief in the areas of Assistance to displaced persons, Medical care, Emergency Shelter and Food security.
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With the support of the CUF/UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal and other organizations such as the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America and other partners, every week AICM reaches 25,000 Internally Displaced Persons, and 50,000 vulnerable residents in cities and towns recently liberated by the Ukrainian army from Russian occupation.
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CUF rushed the large shipment to Ukraine and directed it for efficient and strategic distribution by the recently-formed Medical Service of the Plast National Scout Organization of Ukraine, which along with its partner organizations quickly determined four metropolitan areas of focus where the Russian attacks on the country had resulted in major humanitarian need. Dr. Markian Mandziuk, Acting Head of Plast Medical Service, noted, "We have no right to stop, and we will not stop! Plast Medical Service will continue to help the people of Ukraine, for a speedy victory and a better tomorrow for our motherland!"
Ukrainian hospital staffers sent this message about the syringes, for their new Canadian friends: "We are grateful for your help and your caring. These syringes are interesting to use, because we had used simpler ones in our usual work, but we learn quickly and use them to help civilians who now need help."
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42 pallets of medical supplies and life-saving equipment were recently delivered by the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal to Ukraine to meet a broad range of on-the-ground medical needs. This includes patient monitors, defibrillators, ventilators, patient lifts, stethoscopes, medical-grade blankets and a comprehensive array of first aid supplies.
Generous donations of life-saving equipment were collected from the Montfort Hospital, Queensway Carleton Hospital, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, Brockville General Hospital, the Kingston Health Sciences Centre and Healthcare Linen Services.
The collection of donations from hospitals was led by Dr. Tetyana Rogalska, and CUF funded the logistics costs of the movement to Ukraine.
“This lifesaving equipment is in addition to the previous 60 pallets over the past 2 months. We are actively seeking additional donations from hospitals and suppliers across Canada,” said Victor Hetmanczuk, Chair of the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal Committee.
Due to security issues, CUF will not identify the receiving locations institutions in Ukraine.
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Thanks to your generous support and commitment the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal is able to deliver aid and assistance– both in Ukraine and to Ukrainians who have sought refuge in bordering countries.
CUF continues its support for GlobalMedic’s efforts to deliver and distribute emergency family kits and food hampers to people in need in Ukraine and to displaced Ukrainians in Moldova and Romania. Thanks to your generous support, vulnerable people are receiving much-needed frontline assistance.
Thank you! Дякуємо! Merci!
Recently, together with CUF volunteers, GlobalMedic packed 10,000 food hampers, which were then flown to Ukraine.
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SUSK National Congress 2022 |
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The Ukrainian Canadian Students’ Union (SUSK) is delighted to report the successful Completion of the 2022 National SUSK Congress - Youth Razom.
The Board of Directors would also like to take the opportunity to thank the delegates, alumni, supporters, and the Ukrainian community in Edmonton for helping SUSK raise $2,250 over the 'Youth Razom - 2022 SUSK National Congress' for the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal (CUF-UCC).
Press the link below to read the President’s Message reflecting on the Congress.
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Пропонуємо сім’ям 5-денну відпочинкову програму (з четверга по понеділок) на оселі Сокіл при озері Сімко. Проживання і харчування відбуватимуться в існуючих таборових приміщеннях. Відвідувачі матимуть можливість брати участь в організованих програмах спрямованих для цілої сім’ї (фізичні вправи, декоративно-прикладні мистецтва, ігри, спорт, ватри, співи та інші зайняття); або окремі зайняття для дітей та дорослих. Запрошуємо всіх членів УНО приєднатися до заходів та запізнатися з новими членами нашої спільноти. Загалом, у вас буде можливість відпочити, розслабитися, поспілкуватися, отримати нові навички, насолодитися природою, познайомитися з новими друзями, і приєднатися до нової-великої родини.
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Табір для дітей з України |
Запрошуємо Вас долучитися до Спілки Української Молоді. СУМ – це молодіжна організація, з осередками по цілому світі включно з Україною та Канадою. Наша мета – виховувати українську молодь в християнському і патріотичному дусі.
Ми з радістю запрошуємо Ваших дітей брати участь у безкоштовному літньому денному таборі на нашій улюлбеній оселі Веселка, яка знаходиться біля 60 км на захід від Торонто.
Нижче, надіємось, ви знайдете всі потрібні вам інформації для того, щоби зареєструвати вашу дитину на один або навіть кілька тижнів безкоштового денного літнього табору на оселі Веселка.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & FESTIVALS |
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War in Ukraine — An Anthropological Perspective - June 5 |
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You are invited to attend the presentation War in Ukraine — An Anthropological Perspective. The presenters will offer first-hand, insider reflections on Russia’s war in Ukraine through an anthropological lens.
2:00 PM ET (Online)
FREE Virtual Event / БЕЗКОШТОВНО
This presentation is offered in English.
Dr. Tina Polek and Dr. Julia Buyskykh are Ukrainian anthropologists who remain in the area during this horrific time.
Moderated by Anastasia Baczynskyj
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Historians and the War: Discussion with
Prof. Timothy Snyder - June 9
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The next installment of the online seminar series “Historians and the War: Rethinking the Future”, titled "Historians and the War: Discussion with Prof. Timothy Snyder", will take place on 9 June 2022 at 19:00 CET.
The aim of the series is to discuss if and to what extent the war in Ukraine is changing our perception of the past and which new questions for historians it raises.
The invited speaker is 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗻𝘆𝗱𝗲𝗿, professor of history at Yale University and permanent fellow at the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna, author of numerous publications on the history of Central and Eastern Europe and the Holocaust/
The seminar will be chaired by Martin Schulze Wessel, Ludwig Maximilian University (Munich, Germany).
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Governor in Council appointments are public appointments by the Government of Canada to Crown corporations and federal entities (such as boards, agencies and commissions etc.)
We encourage qualified Ukrainian Canadians to put their names forward and to serve Canada and its people.
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