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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council (UCC-APC) was organized in 1974 as a non-profit society. Today it officially represents over 330,000 Albertans of Ukrainian descent before the people and the Government of Alberta.

As an umbrella organization, the UCC-APC:

Identifies and addresses the needs of the Ukrainian community and coordinates its activities

Fosters unity and cooperation among member and non-member organizations

Preserves Ukrainian heritage, history, culture and language through bilingual education, research, cultural exchanges, arts, dance, and other activities

Encourages participation of youth and newcomers from Ukraine in the political, economic, social and cultural life of Alberta and Canada

Promotes linkages between Alberta and Ukraine

The UCC-APC:

Maintains a daily on-line Alberta Ukrainian Community Events Calendar and an informative website

Prepares a bi-weekly e-Bulletin and a quarterly Newsletter

Co-organizes the annual Ukrainian Day festival at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Honors individuals who have previously been elected officials with the Michael Luchkovich Award for their significant contributions and dedication to the betterment of all Canadians

Recognizes outstanding Alberta’s volunteers with its annual Hetman Awards


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