Events

Christmas Day Celebration

On the eve of the celebration of the ancient Ukrainian holiday, Malanka, we invite you to watch the classical Ukrainian movie, Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors, telling the love and tragic story of a Ukrainian Romeo and Juliet, as well as a modern coming-of-age movie, Stop-Zemlia, about Ukrainian teenagers and their worries, hopes, and dreams. Both… Continue reading Ukrainian Film Screening

Job Fair for Ukrainian Newcomers!

Church Service – St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church Outdoor Water Blessing Admission is Charged Food Available

UKRAINIAN JAM A showcase of live Ukrainian music. Event Date: January 29th, 2023 Doors 1:30 P.M. • Music 2:00 P.M. *FREE TO ATTEND* ACUA - 10554 110 Street Edmonton ———————— Насолоджуйтеся живою українською народною музикою в неділю, 29 січня 2023 року! 🇺🇦 🎼 🎻 🎸 🪗 🎹 🎵 🎶 Участь у цьому заході БЕЗКОШТОВНА та… Continue reading Ukrainian Jam • A showcase of live Ukrainian music.

Dr. Dmytro Sherengovsky and Dr. Halyna Protsyk of the Ukrainian Catholic University (Lviv) will cover the following issues in their online presentations: CONTEMPORARY HYBRID WARFARE AND ITS CHALLENGES FOR GLOBAL SECURITY: THE CASE OF THE RUSSIAN-UKRAINIAN WAR What are the main tendencies of contemporary warfare and what is the impact on global security? What are… Continue reading Lecturers from Ukraine on the Russian-Ukrainian War

“Ukraine, Lviv. Coffee, chocolate, cobbled streets, romance and music. Music that conquers hearts and overwhelms with its beauty.” For the first time in Edmonton, one of the top Ukrainian bands will transport you to the atmosphere of a European jazz festival. Harmonizing folk music energy from different continents, cultures and eras—Ukrainian folk, American jazz, blues,… Continue reading Jazz Band from Ukraine: ShockolaD Fundraiser Concert

“Ukraine, Lviv. Coffee, chocolate, cobbled streets, romance and music. Music that conquers hearts and overwhelms with its beauty.” For the first time in Edmonton, one of the top Ukrainian bands will transport you to the atmosphere of a European jazz festival. Harmonizing folk music energy from different continents, cultures and eras—Ukrainian folk, American jazz, blues,… Continue reading Jazz Band from Ukraine: ShockolaD Fundraiser Concert

Do you want to create a bright & beautiful acrylic landscape in one morning? Are you a complete beginner in acrylic painting? This is the class for you – a three-hour class intro to acrylic painting that you will leave with a classic landscape and plenty of knowledge and enthusiasm to continue painting. Oksana will… Continue reading Beginner Acrylic Painting with Oksana Zhelisko

Come to The Buckingham pub on Whyte Ave for some live music, a drink, and a good cause! All of the proceeds will be donated to Ukraine (with a minimum donation of $5 at the door). This United24 Ukraine Fundraiser is hosted by Ukrainian refugee students. The evening will include a silent auction with proceeds… Continue reading United24 Ukraine Fundraiser

In this 1-day workshop, you will be assembling your own mini kilims (carpets). You will learn about the tools used to cut glass, tile and ceramic, how to find your own materials, substrates, adhesives, and general information about creating mosaics from various materials. We will have templates to help guide the process of how to… Continue reading Kilim Mosaic with Theo Harasymiw

Prayer service and Panakhyda March to Red Deer city hall park from St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church Dress warmly Bring Ukrainian flags, candles, and battery lights

Please join us at 6PM on February 24 at the Alberta Legislature. We encourage everyone to wear yellow and blue. Bring Ukrainian signs and flags. It will be a candlelit vigil, so please bring candles or battery lights.

(ENG below) 24 лютого 2023 року приєднуйтесь до української громади Калґарі, щоб відзначити 365 днів опору, відколи росія розпочала повномасштабне вторгнення в Україну. Протягом 365 днів захисники України доводили свою відвагу на полі бою перед обличчям нещадного нападу росії. Протягом 365 днів українське цивільне населення продовжує жити з гідністю та самоповагою, незважаючи на перебої в… Continue reading Stand With Ukraine | 365 Days of Resistance | Candle-lit Vigil

Vigil for Ukraine in Fort Saskatchewan to commemorate 365 days since the war began in Ukraine

Learn the basic techniques of writing pysanky! In this beginner class, you will get an introduction to writing pysanky while you are writing your own pysanky to take home. You will learn the meanings behind the symbols and motifs used in the art of pysanky writing, as well as the basic techniques for writing, designing,… Continue reading Beginner Pysanka Writing with Lyrissa Sheptak

CAMINO DE SANTIAGO A Pilgrimage in Mosaic by Theodora Harasymiw Mosaic and Multimedia Exhibition Opening Reception: Friday March 3rd, 2023 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at ACUA ACUA - 10554 110 Street Edmonton Theo is also including an interactive component to the exhibition for the Opening Reception, so the event will run a little longer… Continue reading Camino de Santiago: A Pilgrimage in Mosaic by Theodora Harasymiw

We invite you to participate in our upcoming Networking Business Event. Location: Platform Innovation Centre (Calgary, Alberta, 407 9 Ave SE), please enter through the West Entrance Date: March 16 (Thursday), 2023 Time: from 6 PM to 9 PM Price of Entry: for UCPBA Members only – $10, regular price – $15 We have invited… Continue reading Professional Networking Business Event

UKRAINIAN JAM A showcase of live Ukrainian music. Event Date: March 19th, 2023 Doors 1:30 P.M. • Music 2:00 P.M. *FREE TO ATTEND* ACUA (NEW LOCATION) 10554 110 Street Edmonton ----------------- Насолоджуйтеся живою українською народною музикою в неділю, 19 березня 2023 року! 🇺🇦 🎼 🎻 🎸 🪗 🎹 🎵 🎶 Участь у цьому заході БЕЗКОШТОВНА… Continue reading UKRAINIAN JAM – УКРАЇНСЬКИЙ ДЖЕМ

UKRAINIAN JAM A showcase of live Ukrainian music. Event Date: March 19th, 2023 Doors 1:30 P.M. • Music 2:00 P.M. *FREE TO ATTEND* Cash bar🍺 ACUA • 10554 110 Street Edmonton ----------------- Насолоджуйтеся живою українською народною музикою в неділю, 19 березня 2023 року! 🇺🇦 🎼 🎻 🎸 🪗 🎹 🎵 🎶 УКРАЇНСЬКИЙ ДЖЕМ Неділя, 19… Continue reading Ukrainian Jam – March 19

Join Aiden Aslin to hear his story of being a British volunteer for Ukraine, fighting and getting taken as a prisoner of war by Russia near Mariupol. Q&A session included. Aiden Aslin is a British-born dual citizen of the United Kingdom and Ukraine who was captured by Russian forces in April 2022 while fighting for… Continue reading A firsthand story from a prisoner of Putin in Ukraine

Viktor Serbulov, National General Secretary of YMCA Ukraine, will describe his first-hand experience providing critical community support through the YMCA during the war in Ukraine. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about what the YMCAs here in Alberta are doing to support Ukraine. This event is free, but space is… Continue reading YMCA Ukraine: The Role of a Charity in a Warzone

Come join us for Ukraine's first Euro 2024 qualification match at the Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex! Doors open at 9:30am. Entrance will be by donation, and proceeds will be sent to UYA soldiers and families in Ukraine (humanitarian fund). Snacks will be provided, beer available for purchase.

Get ready for Easter at ACUA! Food • Ukrainian Easter Supplies• Artisan & Craft Vendors • Art & Ukrainian Goods In addition to the market, ACUA is offering a curated menu of Ukrainian food and other food offerings for Easter! Visit our online food market to place your order. Order here: https://acua-market.square.site/ Order Online: March… Continue reading Get ready for Easter at ACUA!

Hello Everyone! UCPBA Calgary and Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council regrets to inform you that owing to circumstances beyond our control it has become necessary to postpone our Evening with the Premier event, previously scheduled for April 4, until later this year. We will be in touch with ticket purchasers during the week… Continue reading POSTPONED An evening with the Premier

A two day conference at the University of Alberta examining thirty years of Ukrainian immigration to Canada, the current unprecedented migratory flow of Ukrainians displaced by Russia's war on Ukraine, and how recent research on Ukrainian immigration can inform Canadian policymakers and community leaders.

Newly released book that presents “the Ukrainian Nationalist movement during and after WW2 recently researched archival material. “Enemy Archives”, released in February, 2023 is a 1176 page collection of annotated documents, compiled by researchers Lubomyr Luciuk and Volodymyr Viatrovych. Presenting at the Edmonton Book Launch will be Dr. Lubomyr Luciuk. It will take place at… Continue reading “Enemy Archives” Book Launch with Dr. Lubomyr Luciuk

Join our annual Kyiv Konnection Banquet fundraiser with this year's event speakers, Hon. Ed Stelmach, Orysia Boychuk, and Kevin Royle. Presented by the Ukrainian Foundation for College Education (UFCE). Ed Stelmach was Alberta’s 13th Premier, making him the first Premier of Alberta of Ukrainian origin and only the second person of Ukrainian descent to be… Continue reading 28th Annual Kyiv Konnection Banquet

As part of the Indigenous - Ukrainian-Canadian Relationships Building Initiative, join our round table discussion at the Rice Theatre Lobby, Citadel Theatre. The discussion will take place after the Show based on an Indigenous-Ukrainian love story, the First Métis Man of Odesa. However, you do not need to attend the play to join the round… Continue reading Storying Indigenous – Ukrainian – Canadian Relationships

Canada’s House of Commons unanimously recognizes 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. The motion, introduced by Member of Parliament Yvan Baker (Etobicoke Centre), and adopted unanimously, affirms that the House… Continue reading Genocide of the Crimean Tatar People

В четвер 18 травня о 18:00 збираємось всі разом відмітити Всесвітній День Вишиванки і пройтись центром міста ходою у Вишиванках.cСаме в цей день в третій четвер травня щороку тисячі українців по всьому світу святкують та одягають свої найкращі вишиванки. Плануємо зустрітися коло Music Pavilion в East Village де зробимо спільну знимку в формі тризуба. Звідти… Continue reading Vyshyvanka Day March – Calgary

Запрошуємо на ходу вишиванках!

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Gene was a board member of UFCE, an outstanding Albertan who supported countless initiatives to enrich every area of our Province, and a key supporter of our golf fundraiser since its inception. Put Together Your Team and Join Us for a Fun Time! 11:30 a.m. Registration and Koobie on a Bun 1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start-Texas… Continue reading Gene Zwozdesky Memorial Charity Golf Classic – United for Ukraine.

ACUA’s Annual Ukrainian Vintage Fair JUNE 24th, 2023 11AM-3PM The wait is over! ACUA’s Annual Ukrainian Vintage Fair Launch Event is here on Saturday June 24th, 2023 from 11am-3pm! All things Ukrainian Vintage: Ukrainian clothing, costumes, jewelry, pottery, ceramics, embroidery, weaving, carving, artwork, crafts, religious items, pysanky, books and MORE! UKRAINIAN VINTAGE FAIR LAUNCH EVENT:… Continue reading Ukrainian Vintage Fair 2023 – Launch Day

What do you do... When you're an artist who is forced to leave your home? For these artists, the answer to that question is... Continue making art. ACUA Gallery & Boutique has accepted and continues to accept artwork and artisan goods from Ukrainian artists displaced by the war in Ukraine. If you see a round… Continue reading Ukrainian Vintage Fair – Launch Day

UCPBA Calgary is looking for volunteers for its casino, slated for Monday, July 24th and Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 at Cowboys Casino, located at 421 12 Ave S.E. Casino income helps fund UCPBA programming and allows us to offer scholarships and grants to worthy individuals and organizations, particularly at this time when many organizations and… Continue reading Monday, July 24th and Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 Cowboys Casino, 421 12 Ave S.E.

Date: Saturday, July 29 Location: Ukraina Park, Mundare Please note that advance tickets are required for this event. For ticket inquiries, feel free to reach out to: Robert: 780-446-5932 Raymond: 780-603-1776 Bohdan: 780-995-9974

When: August 20, 2023 Where: Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Come and join the BIGGEST Ukrainian celebration in Alberta! We will be celebrating our shared heritage and traditions by opening our hearts to the Ukrainian community. UCC-APC is committed to promoting and preserving Ukrainian culture in Alberta. By uniting as a community, we can strengthen our… Continue reading Ukrainian Day

A festive evening of shared, heritage, delicious dining, and lively entertainment, celebrating the unity between the Ukrainian and Indigenous communities! Event entry is free, and a Ukrainian and Indigenous-inspired menu will be available for purchase throughout the event. To reserve your spot please call 780 656 2229 or email metiscrossing@metis.org.

The event is scheduled for September 2nd at Rundle Park in Edmonton, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. At the fair, you will learn about the various resources and programs available in Edmonton for Ukrainian newcomers. Dozens of different organizations will share useful resources and participate in fair activities with you. Захід відбудеться 2 вересня… Continue reading Ukrainian Newcomers Community Information Sharing Fair – Інформаційний ярмарок для новоприбулих українців

UCC-APC invites you to participate in the raising of the Ukrainian flag. Flag Raising Event, will be held in Edmonton, Legislature-Henry Plaza on September 7 at 11AM. У четвер, 7 серпня о 11:00 біля будівлі Леґістратури відбудеться підняття українського прапора. Приєднуйтеся та вшануйте День українсько-канадської спадщини з нами!

Picnic With The Stars: Nadia Schenk & Mikylie Shapka Exhibition We are delighted to announce our September Signature Artists are painter Nadia Schenk and multidisciplinary artist Mikylie Shapka! Note: This is our first Signature Artist Series Exhibition of the season. Opening Reception Friday September 8, 2023 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Exhibition will be on… Continue reading Opening Reception: Nadia Schenk & Mikylie Shapka Art Exhibition

EURO 2024 Qualifying: Ukraine vs England September 9 2023 (upcoming Saturday). 10am kick-off time. Please join us at the Domivka (9615 153 ave Edmonton). Doors open at 9:30am. Entrance will be by donation, and proceeds will be sent to UYA soldiers and families in Ukraine (humanitarian fund). Snacks will be provided, beer available for purchase.

Great Charity Soccer Match for Victory On September 9th at 6:00 PM, a charity soccer match will take place at Foote Field in the city of Edmonton. The match will feature players from both Edmonton and Calgary. All proceeds from ticket sales and charity auctions with items donated by renowned soccer players from the Ukrainian… Continue reading charity soccer game. Ukrainians from Edmonton vs Ukrainians from Calgary

Join us for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to hear the story of the Russo-Ukrainian War from the perspective of the Indigenous Crimean Tatars, whose land was illegally annexed from Ukraine by Russia in 2014. Hear the history of the Indigenous peoples of Crimea, and the struggle to defend their land, rights, and culture against Russian oppression.… Continue reading Russia–Ukraine War: Crimea and Indigenous Crimean Tatars

UKRAINIAN JAM - A showcase of live Ukrainian music Friday Sept 15, 2023 at ACUA Doors 7:00 P.M. • Music 7:30 P.M. *FREE TO ATTEND* We are pleased to announce that our next Ukrainian Jam, happening Friday Sept. 15 at ACUA, will feature Newcomer musicians from Ukraine! Come out for a relaxed afternoon of live… Continue reading UKRAINIAN JAM – УКРАЇНСЬКИЙ ДЖЕМ

His legacy as an educator, politician and volunteer are renowned but for those that knew Gene, you know nothing could separate this Man from His Music. Join us for a special tribute in honour of Gene Zwozdesky and his most iconic musical accomplishments. Whether you grew up listening to his Kazka children's albums or you've… Continue reading GENE ZWOZDESKY: The Man & His Music

- part of the celebrations of the centenary of St John's Ukrainian Orthodox Parish - Saturday, November 23: afternoon rehearsal & evening dinner and social - Sunday, November 24: Divine Liturgy sung by CYMK Choir alumni and lunch

Saturday, September 23 - Session 1: 9 am - 12N, Session 2: 1 pm- 4 pm Sunday, September 24: 1-4 pm Instructor: Myroslava Oksentiuk Group size: Min. 10 to Max. 15 Cost: $50.00 including all supplies Pre-registration required by September 16, 2023 Call 403 852 8248 to pre-register or for more information

Accordion Concert: Help kick off our accordion season and come to a concert performed by members of the EDMONTON ACCORDION SOCIETY. Sunday, September 24 2:00pm - 4:00 pm Holy Cross Church 9003-153 Avenue Edmonton Benefit concert in support of Ukrainian newcomers. Donations gratefully accepted.

This project is an exhibition of unissued diplomas to students who put their education on hold to protect their country, Ukraine. These diplomas will never be issued, as the students expected to get them died in the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. These students will never became graduates. They sacrificed their education, life goals, aspirations… Continue reading Unissued Diplomas Exhibition

We are excited to invite you to a presentation by our visiting scholar on Russian media in the context of the war in Ukraine. Dr. Yuliya Krylova-Grek is a psychology professor at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy, MacEwan's partner university in Ukraine. She is the author of a methodology for psycholinguistic text analysis. Yuliya… Continue reading Russian media in the context of the war in Ukraine

The Alberta Local and International Education Association (ALIEA) and Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre (URDC) invite you to the premiere of Myrna Kostash: Here The short documentary, produced in collaboration with Kalyna Somchynsky and Lindisfarne Productions, celebrates renowned creative nonfiction writer Myrna Kostash's extensive career and her dedication to exploring the complex relationships that shape… Continue reading Myrna Kostash: Here (Film Premiere)

Out of the Kiln: Sharing Traditions in Clay examines the connections developed between people and cultures through the lens of pottery. Curated by Dr. Larisa Sembaliuk Cheladyn, the exhibit will showcase collections gathered by people and organizations who have a passion for sharing and preserving diverse works in clay. Each piece on display will examine… Continue reading OUT OF THE KILN

Ukrainian Shumka Dancers are thrilled to announce the 3-D screening premiere of Mosquito's Wedding, Thursday, November 9 at the Landmark City Centre Cinemas, in Edmonton City Centre 10200 102 Ave NW. Tickets are $10 for big bugs, and $5 for little bugs (children 10 and under). An original stage production that premiered in 2018, Mosquito’s… Continue reading Shumka’s Mosquito’s Wedding in 3-D

Illia, a native of Chernihiv, was the winner last year of the prestigious Honens International Piano Competition. His recital will feature works by Chopin, Liszt, and the Ukrainian composers Revutsky and Silvestrov.

Ukrainian Professional and Business Association Proudly presents: Our annual P&Bs Edmonton Christmas Social and Guest Speaker Michael Bociurkiw And his presentation: One Time Zone, Two Wars, Global Consequences: the parallels between the wars in Ukraine and Israel-Gaza Meet up with old friends, business colleagues and professional acquaintances to share and celebrate another year past and… Continue reading P&Bs Edmonton Christmas Social and Guest Speaker Michael Bociurkiw

Christmas Pyrohy Sale Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon ST. MICHAEL'S UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX HALL 12918 - 121 street cheddar pyrohy Sweet Cabbage Rolls Sour Cabbage Rolls Nalysnyky doughnuts pies

URDC is excited to invite MacEwan and the broader Edmonton community for a visiting scholar lecture event on the topics of 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲: 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 and 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝗸𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗶𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗿: 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.The two presentations will be delivered by Dr.… Continue reading Visiting scholars from Ukraine, lecture event

Tickets are now on sale for Mountain Malanka - a Ukrainian New Year celebration! Bring your vyshyvanka and jeans for a night of Ukrainian culture, food, music & celebration as we ring in the old new year surrounded by Canada's Rocky Mountains. UFest returns to Jasper for its second year of celebrating rich Ukrainian Malanka… Continue reading UFest Mountain Malanka 2024

MacEwan University is honoured to host an enlightening talk by Dr. Olesya Khromeychuk, a historian, writer, and the Director of the Ukrainian Institute in London, England. Dr. Khromeychuk is a prominent voice in unravelling the complexities of the war in Ukraine, with her academic contributions spanning in-depth analyses of wartime experiences, memory studies, and the… Continue reading Talk by Dr. Olesya Khromeychuk

Art Under Siege: the Legacy of Ukrainian Monumental Art of Alla Horska and Viktor Zaretskiy Presented by Anna Morozova, Graduate Student MLCS February 9, 2024 | 12pm MST | Kule Folklore Centre In person presentation. "The research is based on a study of Ukrainian Monumental art of the 1960s in a close relationship with socio-political… Continue reading Kule Folklore Lunch – Art Under Siege: the Legacy of Ukrainian Monumental Art of Alla Horska and Viktor Zaretskiy

Ukrainian Bilingual Program 50th Anniversary Reunion Zabava Come join us for a night of fun and celebration at the Ukrainian Bilingual Program 50th Anniversary Reunion Zabava! We can't wait to reconnect with old friends, reminisce about the good old days, and make new memories together. The event will be held at Meridian Banquets, located at… Continue reading Ukrainian Bilingual Program 50th Anniversary Reunion Zabava

In partnership with our colleagues at the Національний музей Революції Гідності • Maidan Museum, CIUS is honoured to host the exhibition 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗸𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲, a visual exposition of places of worship damaged and disfigured in Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. These beautifully brutal photographs depict the haunted state of many of Ukraine's churches, synagogues,… Continue reading Exhibit: Destroyed Temples of Ukraine

UCPBA is excited to inform you about the forthcoming Event scheduled for March 7, 2024, at the Calgary Winter Club (Skyline West Room), doors will be open at 6 pm, buffet will be included in the price. All are welcome; this session will be precious for managers/executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Please bring your… Continue reading Science of deal making and wealth creation

Since the start of the Russian war on Ukraine, eight of the UNESCO World Heritage treasures in Ukraine have come under the threat of destruction. In the past two years of escalated war on Ukraine’s territory, 872 cultural heritage sites and 1,907 cultural infrastructure entities have suffered destruction, and damage sustained by over 630 places… Continue reading 2024 Annual Shevchenko Lecture: Ukrainian Cultural Treasures Under Threat from Russian Aggression

14 March, 2024 5-6:30 P.M. MT Rutherford Library, University of Alberta 11208 89 Ave NW, Edmonton Join Maidan Museum (Kyiv) Director Ihor Poshyvailo for the reception of the "...And They Will Rise in Glory and Power": Destroyed Temples of Ukraine photo exhibit, currently on display in the galleria of the University of Alberta's Rutherford Library.… Continue reading Destroyed Temples Exhibit – Reception & Tour

The Ukrainian State and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Times of Russian Aggression: Religious Freedom, National Security, and the Rule of Law Contexts with Dr. Dmytro Vovk 14 March, 2024 7 P.M. MT Telus International Centre, Room 134 University of Alberta 11104 87 St NW, Edmonton In this lecture, Dmytro Vovk will analyze the legal… Continue reading 2024 Bohdan Bociurkiw Memorial Lecture

Just in time for the official start of Spring, the 44th Annual Orchid Fair returns to The Enjoy Centre's beautiful Moonflower Room (101 Riel Drive, St. Albert), March 22 - 24, 2024. The American Orchid Society judged show is the largest of its kind in Canada, with over 15,000 square feet of all things orchid.… Continue reading Orchid Fair Welcomes Spring!

Title: Folklore of Anger: Systemic Vernacular Imperialism and Ukrainian Responses to the Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine by Russia Presenter: Dr. Mariya Lesiv Bio: Mariya Lesiv is an Associate Professor of Folklore and current Head of the Folklore Department at Memorial University. She is the author of The Return of Ancestral Gods: Modern Ukrainian Paganism as… Continue reading 2024 Annual Bohdan Medwidsky Memorial Lecture

📅April 12-14, 2024 📍 Metro Cinema, Garneau Theatre 🎫The UFFE is co-sponsored and free to all registered visitors. Check UFFE's website for movie schedules and tickets - https://www.ukrfilmfestival.com/ Movie list: 20 Days in Mariupol (2023) Do You Love Me? (2023) In the Rearview (2023) Homeward (2019) We Will Not Fade Away (2023) Luxembourg, Luxembourg (2022)… Continue reading Ukrainian Film Festival in Edmonton

Edmonton - Axios Men's Ensemble is honoured to present the world premiere of Ukrainian War Requiem by two-time Grammy nominee Benedict Sheehan, April 14 at 3 pm, at St. Basil's Church (7007 109 street). Following the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Axios Men's Ensemble commissioned composer and two-time Grammy Award nominee,… Continue reading The world premiere of Ukrainian War Requiem

🎉 Save the Date! Wings Night Networking Event 🎉 Join us for a Networking Event at Bank & Baron PUB! 📅 Date: May 1st, 2024 🕟 Time: 4:30 PM 📍 Location: Bank & Baron PUB, 125 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B4 Free entrance! No registration is required! Just drop by and connect with… Continue reading Wings Night – Networking Event

The Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada, St. John's Cathedral Branch will have its library open, on, Sunday, May 12, 2024, following the Divine Liturgy. The library is is open for browsing and borrowing. It has both adult and children's literature and a varied selection of valuable reference material in both the Ukrainian and English and… Continue reading UWAC, St. John’s Cathedral Branch Library

In celebration of their first recording, Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir is thrilled to present Alleluia CD Release Concert. The concert and recording includes highlights Kappella Kyrie has worked on for the past few years, plus new works from their current season. Audiences will hear everything from Artem Vedel’s Нині отпущаєш (Song of Symeon) to… Continue reading Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir: Alleluia CD Release Concert

Gene was a board member of UFCE, an outstanding Albertan who supported countless initiatives to enrich every area of our Province, and a key supporter of our golf fundraiser since its inception. Put Together Your Team and Join Us for a Fun Time! 11:30 a.m. Registration and Koobie on a Bun 1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start-Texas… Continue reading Gene Zwozdesky Memorial Charity Golf Classic – United for Ukraine.

You are invited to attend the unveiling of an Internment monument commemorating the men, women and children jailed as "enemy aliens" during Canada's first national Internment operations of 1914 to 1920. The unveiling and commemorative program will be held on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024 at 2:30 PM. Vegreville Pysanka Park, 4500 Pysanka Avenue, Vegreville, Alberta… Continue reading WWI Internment Monument Unveiling

Join Adult ESL (English as a Second Language) classes designed to help you improve your English language skills in a friendly and supportive environment organized by the Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Seminary. This event is perfect for those seeking to enhance their speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities for personal, professional, or academic purposes. Class… Continue reading Adult ESL Classes

A one-day extravaganza dedicated to the beloved varenyk a.k.a. the Perogy! We’re bringing in some of Edmonton’s premier perogy makers including Saskitoba and Ukraine’s Kitchen to serve you samples of their delicious, dough-wrapped delicacies. This special day of the dumpling will also feature beer for sale from Edmonton Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company, sausage from Dobra… Continue reading Perogy Palooza

Time for TNMK to Cross the Atlantic Ocean for our Edmonton! On August 23rd, we will celebrate Ukrainian Flag Day together with @tnmkongo. At the concert, we will be collecting donations to help Ukraine. This is the main goal, as the charity tour is supported by the Main Intelligence Directorate, and this time we are… Continue reading TMNK – Fundraising US and Canada Tour 2024

📢 Dear Ukrainians, join us for an incredibly important rally and event to celebrate Ukraine’s Independence Day! 🇺🇦 📆 Saturday, August 24 📍 Violet King Henry Plaza (99 Ave) ⏰ Starting at 1 PM ℹ️ Event Program: 1️⃣ Rally 1-1:40 PM Independence Day is a celebration, but unfortunately, it’s also something we continue to fight… Continue reading Independence Day events: Rally, Human Tryzub, Bikeathon, Human chain

Independence Day Concert

The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (Calgary Branch) invites you to a screening of the film "I Believe, I Wait, I Pray", which will take place on September 29 at 3:00 PM at the Cultural Centre of St. Vladimir's Cathedral.

From Alberta Council for Ukrainian Arts and Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre of MacEwan University. Our hit fashion show, Threads That Connect, is returning in September. After our sold out Threads in 2021 we have teamed up once again with our friends at Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre at MacEwan University to bring you another… Continue reading Ukrainian Fashion Show Threads That Connect

A talk presented by a visiting scholar to MacEwan University from Ukraine, Dr. Olha Poliukhovych. Olha Poliukhovych, PhD, literary critic & scholar, is Vice President for Research and Academic Affairs and an associate professor at the Volodymyr Morenets Department of Literature of the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. Dr Poliukhovych is a co-founder and a… Continue reading Understanding Ukrainian Academia During the War and Addressing Global Responses

Ukrainian Resettlement in Edmonton Jennifer Long, PhD, and Sofiia Budianska explored how Ukrainian Canadians supported newcomers to Edmonton and examined their experiences since March 2022. Findings highlight the crucial role Ukrainian-Edmontonians played in bridging settlement service gaps. Impact of Temporary Status on Ukrainian Youth in Canada under the CUAET Program Dr. Jeff Stepnisky, Dr. Elizabeth… Continue reading Ukraine-related academic research at MacEwan University, presentation

The Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada, St. John's Cathedral Branch invites everyone to a book launch by Chrystyna Zorych Holman, author of New Country, New Life; A Family Memoir, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 in the Seminar Room of St. John's Cultural Centre, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Chrystyna has planned book launches in Toronto and… Continue reading Book Launch of “New Country, New Life”

"Роль спільноти Києво-Могилянської академії у збереженні української державності під час війни і шляхи повоєнного відновлення", презентація від Ольги Полюхович (українською мовою). Про Ольгу Полюхович: віцепрезидентка з науково-навчальних студій у Києво-Могилянський Академії, канд.філолог.наук, доцентка Кафедри літературознавства ім. В. Моренця. 3-го жовтня, четвер 18:30 - 19:30 10629 98 St NW, Едмонтон (Українське Національне Об’єднання Канади) вхід за… Continue reading Ольга Полюхович – Роль спільноти Києво-Могилянської академії у збереженні української державності під час війни

The world premiere of Shumka's UKRAINKA: The Four Faces of Lesya Ukrainka celebrates the renowned Ukrainian artist, storyteller, poet, and humanitarian. Lesya Ukrainka led a troubled life suffering from medical ailments that limited her physically, she lived vicariously through her art. She is a legend among the Ukrainian diaspora, and as a woman, is especially… Continue reading Shumka’s UKRAINKA: The Four Faces of Lesya Ukrainka

The HARDKISS is an independent band from Kyiv, Ukraine. Established in 2011. Authorship of all The HARDKISS songs belongs to its founders – Julia Sanina and Valeriy Bebko. The HARDKISS is a mix of seemingly incompatible things: heavy arrangements, melodic parts, profound lyrics and soul vocals of Julia Sanina. The HARDKISS not only performs live… Continue reading A Ukrainian rock band The HARDKISS is coming to Montreal

On, Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at 8 AM, UCC-APC will be celebrating its 50th anniversary, at the Edmonton Convention Centre with a special conference which will be focused on the development of Ukrainian Organizations in Alberta. The themes discussed at this year's conference during break-out sessions will be: - Ukrainian Dance in Alberta: Celebrating Achievements,… Continue reading UCC-APC’s 50th Anniversary Conference

In addition to our regular gallery and boutique offerings, we will host several vendors in our large gallery who will be selling art, crafts, food, and Ukrainian goods. Confirmed vendors include ArtSpaceSol Olha Frolova is an artist from Kyiv, Ukraine, now living and creating in Edmonton. Drawing has always been her hobby and for the… Continue reading Christmas Market

Looking to be charitable & win big before the holidays? Trot on over to: https://fouvs.square.site to get your 50/50 Raffle tickets and support our registered charity today! Proceeds will beef up our visitor center, the Silska Domiwka (Red Barn), at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. Tickets are only available until December 19 with the draw… Continue reading Friends of the Ukrainian Village Society 50/50 Raffle

Caroling Saturday, January 4th at your house! 🎄 Korinnya Ukrainian Folk Ensemble: Bring Ukrainian Christmas Carols to Your Home! 🎶 Korinnya Ukrainian Folk Ensemble is back again this holiday season, bringing the festive sounds of Ukrainian Christmas to your doorstep! If you'd like to experience a special Ukrainian carolling performance in the comfort of your… Continue reading Caroling Saturday, January 4th at your house!

An Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts Signature Artist Series Event Russell Sawchuk’s Pioneer Churches On the Prairies project is dedicated to preserving the memories and images of these pioneer churches. To date 118 places of worship have been documented. The upcoming exhibition Pioneer Churches at ACUA will give viewers a close and personal look… Continue reading UntitledRussell Sawchuk Ukrainian Pioneer Churches Photo Exhibition

Ukrainian New Year's Social Supper & Dance I have attached a poster. Please repeat this advertisement for the months of December and January . Should you have any questions please contact me. Dorothy 780-476-3646 dstachni@telusplanet.net Thank you

After a number of years hiatus, UMSA is organizing another «Young Performers' Showcase of Ukrainian Music», February 2, 2025. Additional information on the UMSA-YMTA Facebood page. This is a recital not a competition. Після багаторічної перерви YMTA організує черговий «Концерт української музики у виконанні юних талантів». 2-ге лютого 2025р. Додаткову інформацію знайдете на ФБ сторінці… Continue reading Young Performers’ Showcase of Ukrainian Music – Концерт української музики юних талантів

Join us on February 20th at the Feigel Conference Centre, MacEwan University, for a special evening hosted by the URDC. This event honours the remarkable efforts of Firefighter Aid Ukraine (FFAU), an Edmonton-based NGO dedicated to equipping and training Ukrainian first responders and supporting healthcare providers. Since 2014, FFAU has delivered over 410 tonnes of… Continue reading Firefighter Aid Ukraine recognition event: Unbreakable Ukraine

The Verkhovyna Ukrainian Song and Dance Ensemble invites you to join us in celebrating a milestone in our journey of honoring Ukrainian culture. We're thrilled to announce our Anniversary Banquet, marking the 65th anniversary of our choir and the 50th anniversary of our Dunai Ukrainian dancers! Stay connected with us on our website (Verkhovyna.ca) and… Continue reading Verkhovyna Ukrainian Song and Dance Ensemble Anniversary Banquet

Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts (ACUA) will be hosting a Pyroghy Dinner in support of Oy Marichka! (Oh Mary!) a Canadian-Ukrainian themed movie while also marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The event includes a special guest performance by tenor Boris Derow and bandurist Oksana Kolomiiec.

February 24, 2025, marks three years since russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. We invite you to join us at an upcoming rally to stand together in unity and call on the world for action Please note: this year’s rally will be held indoors to ensure the safety of attendees amid potential extreme cold. And the program… Continue reading February 24, 2025, marks three years since russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. 

Join Lianna Makuch, MacEwan University’s 2024-25 Gene Zwozdesky Artist-in-Residence, for an open talk exploring the intersections of culture, art, and storytelling. Lianna will share insights into her artistic ethnographic work, including her research in Ukraine both before and after Russia's full-scale invasion, and the profound impact these experiences have had on her creative process. She… Continue reading Crafting Culture Through Storytelling with MacEwan’s Artist in Residence, Lianna Makuch

Join Lianna Makuch, MacEwan University’s 2024-25 Gene Zwozdesky Artist-in-Residence, for an open talk exploring the intersections of culture, art, and storytelling. Lianna will share insights into her artistic ethnographic work, including her research in Ukraine both before and after Russia's full-scale invasion, and the profound impact these experiences have had on her creative process. She… Continue reading Crafting Culture Through Storytelling with MacEwan’s Artist in Residence, Lianna Makuch

Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts Signature Artist Series: “Portrait Over Portrait: Following the Matrilineal Line is an ancestral exploration following Ukrainian heritage in our matrilineal line. We are exploring loved ones from memory, imagining the faces and activities of passed relatives, as well as referencing old photos. Through this work we are making meaning… Continue reading Carmella & Mika Haykowsky: Portrait Over Portrait Following the Matrilineal Line

Join us for a special Zoom webinar, "Bridging Indigenous and Ukrainian Traditions," a key part of the Indigenous-Ukrainian Relationship Initiative Project. This event is proudly co-hosted and will take place on April 10, from 3-4 PM MDT. Hear from Pamela Trischuk on the evolution of Ukrainian gatherings in East Central Alberta, and from Métis architect… Continue reading Bridging Indigenous and Ukrainian Traditions

Shumka is excited to invite you to the inaugural Shumka Dance Festival at Edmonton’s prestigious Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, taking place from Thursday, April 10, to Saturday, April 12, 2025. The festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of Ukrainian dance, showcasing the immense talent, creativity, and dedication within our community.

ACUA’s Annual Easter Market Food • Ukrainian Easter Supplies • Artisan & Craft Vendors • Art & Ukrainian Goods Our Annual Easter Market event features your favourite food, crafts, art, and more to help enjoy and celebrate the holiday, featuring Artists at ACUA such as Dobra Kubasa every dae clay Janice Grabler Janice’s Ukrainian heritage… Continue reading ACUA Easter Market

April 17 – May 31, 2025 Opening Reception Thursday April 17, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. with presentation at 7:00 p.m. ACUA, in collaboration with the Kule Folklore Centre at the University of Alberta, is celebrating the folklore and folk tales of communities past. Folk tales reflect the Ukrainian spirit, including the hopes, dreams, and… Continue reading Wings of Wonder: Artists Reimagine the Ukrainian Folk Tale An ACUA Signature Artist Series Event

 Ліга Українок Канади Едмонтон запрошує Вас на кінопоказ фільму "Люди зі сталі".  2 травня 7 год вечораДім Української Молоді (9615 153 Ave NW, Edmonton AB)  Вхід за пожертву Потужний документальний фільм Сергія Фоменка, що занурює вас у події облоги Маріуполя — з лютого по травень 2022 року. Ця пронизлива стрічка показує жорстоку реальність, з якою зіткнулися… Continue reading Ліга Українок Канади Едмонтон запрошує Вас на кінопоказ фільму “Люди зі сталі”.

Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir is pleased to present their spring concert, Blending of Sounds. Conducted by Dr. Melanie Turgeon, Blending of Sounds will feature world-renowned soloists Kateryna Khartova, Yurii Hryhorash, and Russell Braun alongside a large orchestra for a moving and uplifting journey through the world of classical and Ukrainian choral music. Hear the… Continue reading Blending of Sounds

Join us for a short gathering and drone photo shoot on the field next to the Music Pavilion in East Village. After that, we’ll walk through Downtown wearing our vyshyvankas and traditional Ukrainian accessories. Let’s celebrate our unique Ukrainian culture and share it with Calgarians! Music Pavilion (East Village), Calgary, AB T1V 1K7 🗓️ May… Continue reading Vyshyvanka Day in Calgary!

The Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Elias invites you to an evening of Ukrainian culture, music, and community spirit. Date: Thursday, May 15 Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM | Event runs from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Location: St. Louis Parish Hall – 5011 49 Ave, Bonnyville Program includes: Ukrainian dance performances Snacks and refreshments… Continue reading Vyshyvanka Day in Bonnyville!

Запрошуємо всіх жителів Grande Prairie на зустріч до Дня Вишиванки в парку! Це особливий день — день єдності, ідентичності, сили традицій. Українська вишиванка — не просто одяг, це символ культури та незламного духу нашого народу. Саме тому так важливо зібратися разом, підтримати одне одного й показати канадцям нашу культуру. Одягайте свої вишиванки (якщо маєте), беріть… Continue reading Vyshyvanka Day in Grande Prairie!

Приєднуйтеся до щорічної ходи у вишиванках! Дата: четвер, 15 травня Час: 19:00. Початок: 19:15. Локація: corner of 109th Street and 104th Avenue (поруч із MacEwan University). Йдемо до площі Violet King Henry, де ми об’єднаємось, розгорнемо величезний український прапор і заспіваємо Державний Гімн України Щороку в третій четвер травня українці по всьому світу збираються разом,… Continue reading Vyshyvanka Day in Edmonton

The 30th Annual Kyiv Konnection Banquet is here, and you don’t want to miss it! Our keynote speaker this year is Roman Waschuk, who will be presenting on "Ukraine: Lessons in Societal and Economic Resilience from a Country at War". A seasoned Canadian diplomat and former Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine, international policy expert, and Ukraine’s… Continue reading 30th Kyiv Konnection Banquet, keynote speaker Roman Waschuk

Gene Zwozdesky Memorial Charity Golf Classic – United for Ukraine Event Description: It’s that time of year again! We’re excited to invite you to the Gene Zwozdesky Memorial Charity Golf Classic – United for Ukraine, a community favourite that combines great golf, fantastic food, and an even greater cause. Mark your calendars for Thursday, June… Continue reading Gene Zwozdesky Memorial Charity Golf Classic – United for Ukraine