Paul Waldie February 27, 2026 The Globe and Mail The organizer: Bob Leshchyshen The pitch: Raising $150,000 and climbing The cause: Medical services in Ukraine Like a lot of Canadians with Ukrainian roots, Bob Leshchyshen knows that the public…
First Annual Ukrainian Community Night at Scotiabank Arena
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Ukrainian community came together for a historic and inspiring evening at Scotiabank Arena for the First Annual Ukrainian Community Night, held during the Toronto Raptors vs. Chicago Bulls game. The event marked a powerful…
One United Fundraiser: We did not choose fate, it chose us
Edmonton, Alberta was the site of one of eight North American cities to host a community fundraising event titled One United Fundraiser (Єдинозбір)–2026 North American Tour, on January 28, 2026. This fundraising campaign was launched by the Serhiy Prytula Charity…
Winnipeg Jets Celebrate Manitoba’s Ukrainian Roots
Nadia Lemko The Winnipeg Jets paid homage to Manitoba’s vibrant Ukrainian community on January 6, 2026, hosting their second annual Ukrainian Heritage Night during a matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights at Canada Life Centre. The evening showcased the rich…
Merry Christmas from the League of Ukrainian Canadians!
Dear Friends, The League of Ukrainian Canadians warmly wishes you and your families a blessed Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
Celebrating Literary Excellence and Global Leadership: The 2025 Peterson Literary Fund Translated Book Award Gala
On Saturday, November 29, 2025, the Peterson Literary Fund, under the auspices of the BCU Foundation, hosted the distinguished Translated Book Award Gala at Toronto’s historic Old Mill. The annual celebration brought together authors, translators, publishers, philanthropists, diplomats, and community…
Thunder Bay Ukrainians Honoured with Prestigious Award for Community Service
In the heart of Canada, in the city of Thunder Bay, two dedicated representatives of the League of Ukrainian Canadians have received the city’s highest civic honour. Larissa Warywoda, President of the League of Ukrainian Canadians in Thunder Bay, and…
Ukrainian World Congress President Paul Grod Honoured as “Ukrainian Canadian Lawyer of the Year”
Toronto, ON — November 13, 2025 — In a celebration of legal excellence and community leadership, Paul Grod, President of the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC), was awarded the honorary title of “Ukrainian Canadian Lawyer of the Year” during the annual…
Ukrainian-Canadian Community Pushes Ottawa on Family Reunification as MP Dave Epp Tables Petition in Parliament
Nadia Lemko An initiative group representing more than 23,000 applicants under the Ukrainian Family Reunification Pathway has turned to Canada’s parliamentary system in a bid to spur government action. The group, working with families who applied through the Canada-Ukraine Authorization…
AI’s Future in Defence and Education: Ethics, Algorithms, and Autonomy
On Thursday, September 25, 2025, the Ucrainica Research Institute hosted an event featuring Dr. Oleksandr Romanko, who presented on the topic of Artificial Intelligence in defence technology, business, and education — opportunities for Canada and Ukraine. The lecture combined historical…
UWC сongratulates Freeland as Canada’s Special Representative for the Reconstruction of Ukraine
September 17,2025 September 16, 2025. The Ukrainian World Congress (UWC), the global voice of Ukrainian communities in more than 80 countries, warmly congratulates the Honourable Chrystia Freeland on her appointment as Canada’s Special Representative for the Reconstruction of Ukraine. This…