Volya School of Ukrainian Dance Year End Concert
2024-04-27 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Arden Theatre, 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert, AB, T8N 3Z9, Canada
The Volya School of Ukrainian Dance is proud to present their Year End Dance Concert. Join us for an afternoon of vibrant dance performances, foot-tapping music, and traditional Ukrainian costumes as we display our love for Ukrainian culture. Our talented dancers will transport you to a world of energy and passion as we showcase many traditional dances, including Hopak and Kozachok. This concert is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Ukraine.
The Volya School of Ukrainian Dance serves as the primary training ground for the renowned Volya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble. Our school welcomes students aged 4-18 years and offers comprehensive training in academic-style Ukrainian dance. Our program places emphasis on traditional Ukrainian stage dance, as well as ballet and character dance training. Our dedicated and talented team of instructors, led by the esteemed Artistic Director and State Honored Artist of Ukraine Zhenia Bahri, provide expert guidance to students of all skill levels. Our assistant instructors are also highly skilled and experienced, ensuring that every student receives the individual attention they need to thrive.
The Volya School of Ukrainian Dance is honored to receive support from the Province of Alberta through the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. This support is a valuable recognition of our commitment to promoting and preserving Ukrainian culture through dance. We are grateful for this opportunity to enhance our school and provide even better training to our dancers.

Volya's 16th Annual Spring Awakening Gala
2024-05-11 17:30 | Polish Hall, 10960 104 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 2W6, Canada
Celebrate Volya’s 16th Annual Spring Awakening Gala at the Polish Hall (10960 104 St) on Saturday, May 11th, 2024!
Enjoy a delicious Ukrainian inspired dinner, followed by a performance by Volya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, guest performance by Yuna Volya, and end the evening with live music by Zabava u Koli, and enjoy our silent Auction, 50/50, and more!
Please get in contact with fundraising@volya.org or 780.937.9510 (Call or Text) for questions or concerns!

Tickets are available until May 11: https://shorturl.at/lpFIJ

UWAC, St. John’s Cathedral Branch Annual Members’ Dinner
2024-06-05 17:30 - 21:00 | St. John’s Cultural Centre, 10611-110 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 2Z5, Canada
UWAC, St. John’s Cathedral Branch is holding its’ Annual Members’ Dinner on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Four longstanding members will be honoured and, Feyeria, a bandurist ensemble led by Oksana Kolomiets, will be the featured entertainment. Feyeria’s goal is “…to bring Ukrainian music and song to the world. Today, our song is a weapon on the cultural front”
Members and supporters are invited to join us, show your support for our the honourees and the organizing committee, and enjoy the evening, entertainment, and connect with other members. Please contact Iris (780-918-1118) or Oryssia (780-474-7160) for tickets or pertinent information.
Союз Українок Канади, відділ при Катедрі Святого Івана влаштовує щорічну вечерю в середу, 5 червня, 2024 року. Буде вшановано чотирьох членів, та можливicть послyхати новостворену групу, Феєрія, ансамбль бандуристок під керівництвом Оксани Коломієць. Мета Феиерії «…нести Українську музику та пісню у світ. Сьогодні наша пісня є зброєю на культурному фронті»
Членів і прихильників запрошуємо насолодитися вечором, музики та спілкуватися з іншими членами! Будь ласка, звʼяжіться з Орисію (780-918-1118 або 780-474-7160), за дальшу інформацію або замовити квитки.

Ukrainian Music Society of Alberta's Annual Christmas Carol Concert
2025-01-12 15:00 - 17:00 | St John’s Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, 10951 - 107 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T6R 2H9, Canada
Просимо всіх святкувати разом на «Концерті Коляд» в православній катедрі Св. Івана, організований Українським музичним товариством Альберти.
Виступатимуть різні хори та ансамблі Едмонтону.
Вступ за пожертвами на сиротинці в Україні. Товариська зустріч опісля.
Join us for the Annual Christmas Carol Concert at St. John’s Orthodox Cathedral. organized by the Ukrainian Music Society of Alberta.
Edmonton choirs and ensembles will perform favourite Christmas Carols – Koliady.
Admission by donation to the «Orphanage Project in Ukraine, care of the Western Eparchy» . Tax receipts issued at the door.
Reception after the concert in the Auditorium.
HOSTED by the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada, Western Eparchy.
For more information message UMSA-YMTA on Facebook.

Young Performers' Showcase of Ukrainian Music - Концерт української музики у виконанні юних талантів
2025-02-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Alberta
After a number of years hiatus, UMSA is organizing another Young Performers’ Showcase of Ukrainian Music, February 2, 2025.
Information attached. Please view our FB page UMSA-YMTA for further information.
Після багаторічної перерви YMTA організує черговий Концерт української музики у виконанні юних талантів. 2-ге лютого 2025р.
Інформація додається. Для отримання додаткової інформації перегляньте нашу сторінку UMSA-YMTA у FB.

ПІСНІ СТАРОГО КРАЮ – Songs from the old country
2025-02-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Alberta
Канадська асоціація українців із колишньої Югославії з гордістю оголошує про захоплюючу культурну подію, присвячену багатій спадщині українців із колишньої Югославії. Нещодавно канадський автор Михайло Ляхович, який проживає в Торонто, Онтаріо, опублікував видатну книгу під назвою «Пісні зі Старої Батьківщини». Це видання зберігає 180 традиційних пісень, які наші предки привезли з України, забезпечуючи передачу цієї важливої частини нашої культурної історії майбутнім поколінням.

Vegreville Stands with Ukraine! The war is not over!
2025-02-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Alberta
Community of Vegreville, AB. unites to march & pray for Ukraine. All welcome!
2:30 March north from Rotary Rendezvous Park (50 St & 50 Ave) to Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church (5705 51 St)
3:00 Community Prayer Service with refreshments & short program to follow.
All proceeds donated to ukrainianpatriot.org

Свято Книжки-Поетів/Celebration of Poets
2025-03-09 12:00 - 13:30 | St. John’s Cultural Centre, 10611 - 110 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 1H7, Canada
Усі запрошені на Свято Книжки-Поетів, яке відбудеться в Культурному Центрі Св. Івана в неділю 9-го березня цього року після Служби Божої
(10611 – 110 Проспект/Авеню). Присутні будуть дивитися в відео, яке коротко описує кожного поета відзначеного Відділом Союзу Українок Канади при Катедрі портретами/мозаїками, які висять у нашій залі авдиторії. Слідкуватиме читання уривок поем. Пригостимо кавою. Сердечно вітаємо Вас на це свято.
All are invited to attend a Celebration of Poets which will take place in St. John’s Cultural Centre on Sunday, March 9, 2025 after the Divine Liturgy
(10611 – 110 Avenue NW). Those present will view a video describing each one of the famous poets honoured by the Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada, St. John’s Branch, with a mosaic portrait. Poetry readings of works by Kostenko, Shevchenko and Ukraiinka will follow. Please join us for coffee and literary stimulation!

The Ukrainian Film Festival / Фестиваль українського кіно в Альберті
2025-04-04 08:00 - 2025-04-06 22:00, 2025-04-11 08:00 - 2025-04-14 17:00 | Metro Cinema, 8712 – 109 ST NW EDMONTON, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 1E9, Canada
The Ukrainian Film Festival returns to Alberta. Edmonton and Calgary this year!
We’re back with a new program of six Ukrainian contemporary movies with local and international recognition. This year, the festival expands to both Edmonton and Calgary so more people can join us during this exciting event.
Everyone is welcome and tickets are free! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn something new about Ukrainian life and culture through the art of cinematography.
CALGARY: April 4-6, 2025 | Globe Cinema
EDMONTON: April 11-13, 2025 | Metro Cinema
Save the date and stay tuned for more updates!
https://www.ukrfilmfestival.com/
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Фестиваль українського кіно знову в Альберті. Цього року в Едмонтоні та Калгарі!
Ми повертаємося з новою програмою з шести сучасних українських фільмів, які здобули місцеве та міжнародне визнання. Цього року фестиваль відбудеться в Едмонтоні та Калгарі, щоб більше людей змогли приєднатися до нас під час цієї захопливої події.
Квитки безкоштовні, запрошуємо всіх охочих! Це чудова нагода дізнатися щось нове про українське життя та культуру через мистецтво кіно.
КАЛГАРІ: 4-6 квітня 2025 року | Globe Cinema
ЕДМОНТОН: 11-13 квітня 2025 року | Metro Cinema
Зберігайте дату та слідкуйте за новинами!
https://www.ukrfilmfestival.com/

Показ фільму "Любарт 2024" 5 квітня 2025. Домівка УНО Едмонтон
2025-04-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Alberta
Вже наступної суботи, 5 квітня, о 18:30 в Едмонтоні організацією УНО за підтримки братніх організацій буде проведено показ кінострічки про 5-й батальйон «Любарт» 12 бригади «Азов».
Цей фільм – це історія про шлях славетного батальйону. «Любарт 2024» – це про війну, очима Героїв, які щодня зупиняють ворога.
На цю подію завітає військовослужбовець цього підрозділу , який особисто поділиться своїми думками про цей фільм, підрозділ та війну в Україні
Вхід за пожертвуваннями на батальйон «Любарт» корпусу «Азов»

Beats and Borshch
2025-04-26 19:00 - 23:00 | ACUA, 10554 110 Street Unit 100, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3C5, Canada
This Saturday leave your election angst behind from 7-11pm and support a Ukrainian Canadian film project in Alberta – Dance your worries away with beats by Ukrainian DJ mookanoid and borshch by Saskitoba.
Oy Marichka! a feature film to be filmed in and around Edmonton is the latest project by Edmonton native and award-winning writer/director Darcia Parada @darciaparada While romance, hockey and second chances are featured within the film at its heart it is a love story inspired by Parada’s roots and a tribute to her ancestry. Her Ukrainian grandparents settled in Canada where they made a new home for themselves due to hardships faced in their homeland.
BEATS & BORSHCH
APR 26, 2025 TO APR 26, 2025
An Oy Marichka! Film Fundraiser
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
In the Gallery at Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts
10554 110 St NW Unit 100
Beats & Borshch is a fundraising event in of support Oy Marichka! a Canadian-Ukrainian themed movie from Edmonton native and award-winning writer/director Darcia Parada. Special Guest DJ Mookanoid.
Tickets are free or by donation. Sign up through the Oy Marichka! website or simply show up!
Tickets for the Oy Marichka! 50/50 auction raffle will also be available. Tickets to the raffle can be found on oymarichkathemovie.com homepage.
Food supplied by Saskitoba at $10 per bowl.
DJ Mookanoid is an experienced open-format DJ with a global track record since 2006 when they started with high-energy open-air and nightclub gigs across Ukraine, then expanded internationally as a cruise ship DJ for top-tier lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival and is known for adaptability, crowd-reading skills, and delivering unforgettable sets across all genres.
Film Synopsis
Mary Pekaruk’s mother is at death’s door. She boards a transatlantic flight home but arrives too late. A magpie appears as Mary steps into the role of matriarch. Is it the soul of her mother guiding her? As the family grieves and plans the funeral Mary begs her boyfriend Todd in London to show, but he doesn’t. Home for Christmas, Joe, a widowed pro-hockey player and his son deliver a package from his mother. As Mary fills her mother’s bakery orders, tends to the farm, and revisits her youth and Ukrainian customs her attraction to Joe grows. When Joe leaves, she is torn and confused about her life’s direction. She returns to London, finds Todd with another woman and high tails it back to Canada to reopen her mother’s bakery and a law office. Joe and Luke arrive at the opening with news that Joe has taken a nearby coaching job. The next Christmas Eve Mary hosts dinner for the family who are gathered and the magpie, satisfied, flies away.

From Rapid Response to a Longitudinal Study of War Experiences
2025-10-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Room 11-568, Allard Hall, 11110 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, 11110 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
You are invited to attend this lecture by Dr. Natalia Otrishchenko, visiting scholar from Ukraine, presented in collaboration with the Department of Sociology Speaker Series.
In early 2022, Ukrainian scholars faced a need to react rapidly, both personally and professionally, to the unprecedented reality of a full-scale Russian war of aggression. Natalia will speak about the international documentation initiative “24/02/22, 5 am: Testimonies from the War”—an interviewing project that the Center for Urban History (privately founded academic NGO in Lviv, Ukraine) started with research institutions from Poland, Luxembourg, Germany, and the UK.
In 2024, the project entered the second phase: interviewing the same cohort of people whose stories we recorded in 2022. Although the initiative arose under extraordinary circumstances, it is inspired by many traditions: oral history, trauma-informed and feminist scholarship, Indigenous methodologies, and critical archival studies. Natalia will describe how the rapid response documentation turned into the longitudinal project and emphasise that work within protracted uncertainty should include reflection on future scenarios.
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ShockolaD – Ukrainian Ethno Jazz Live
2025-10-10 19:00 - 20:15 | Betty Andrews Recital Hall, Room 11-150, Allard Hall, 11110 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 1M9, Canada
Renowned across Europe’s world music scene, ShockolaD blends together jazz, folk, funk, and soulful improvisation into a sound that is entirely their own. With deep roots in Ukrainian musical traditions and a fearless approach to experimentation, ShockolaD creates performances that are emotionally charged and musically rich.
On stage, their energy is contagious. Every concert is a journey. With their raw, passionate, and deeply human jazz melodies, the boundaries between styles dissolve, and the connection between artist and audience becomes electric. Expect bold rhythms, unexpected harmonies, and an atmosphere that invites you to feel, move, and listen with new ears.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, this is your chance to experience the sound of openness, freedom, and fearless creativity.

Folklore Lecture Series at the Kule Folklore Centre
2026-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Arts Student Lounge, Old Arts Building & Convocation Hall, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2E6, Canada
“Music & Comics: An intermedia lecture-recital exploring a music-based graphic narrative”
Join us on January 23, 2026, for the next Kule Folklore Lecture with Illia Pokotylo, an
MA graduate in Media and Cultural Studies, MLCS.
How does music influence image and story? In this lecture-recital, Illia Pokotylo will present Borys Liatoshynsky: A Life in Reflections (2025) — a graphic narrative about the Ukrainian composer that he co-created with visual artist Ihor Tvoronovych. The talk will explore how musical ideas can be reimagined through the visual language of comics, using A Life in Reflections as a central example. The presentation will conclude with a live performance of excerpts from Liatoshynsky’s piano cycle “Reflections,” which served as a foundational music piece for the creation of the graphic narrative.
🗓 January 23, 2026
🕙 12 p.m. MDT
📍 Student Lounge, Old Arts Building, University of Alberta
💳Free admission (please register!)
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/music-comics-exploring-a-music-based-graphic-narrative-tickets-1980292955538?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Illia Pokotylo is a recent graduate of the Master’s program in Media and Cultural Studies at the University of Alberta. Originally from Kyiv, he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Ethnomusicology at the National Academy of Music of Ukraine. This interdisciplinary program shaped his initial interest in conducting research on how music — in its broad sense — is represented across non-sounding artistic media. During his Master’s program at the University of Alberta, Illia examined the representation of music in graphic narratives such as comics and graphic novels, which led to the creation of Borys Liatoshynsky: A Life in Reflections.

URDC: 2025 Year in Review Newsletter
2026-02-04 | Alberta
The Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre (URDC) at MacEwan University is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Year in Review Newsletter, highlighting a year of impactful research, innovative teaching, cultural exchange and deep community engagement.
The newsletter offers a comprehensive look at URDC’s work across key areas, including Ukraine-focused research projects, student and faculty initiatives, international collaborations, artistic residencies, and public programming. It also reflects URDC’s ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful connections between MacEwan University, Ukraine, and the Ukrainian-Canadian community, while advancing dialogue on resilience, memory, culture and global citizenship.
Readers will find features on major research initiatives, educational programs such as the Canada-Ukraine Model United Nations and the International Sociological Field School, cultural programming including the Gene Zwozdesky Artist in Residence, and community events that brought together students, scholars, artists and community members throughout the year.
The 2025 Year in Review Newsletter can be found on the URDC website under Resources → Newsletters and Updates. We invite the public to explore the publication and learn more about URDC’s work and partnerships over the past year.
Link: https://www.macewan.ca/academics/centres-institutes/ukrainian-resource-and-development-centre/resources/

screening of 'Horizons of Belonging' in Vegreville, AB
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Vegreville Alliance Church, 4606 55 Ave, Vegreville, Alberta, Canada
screening of documentary film ‘Horizons of Belonging’ followed by Q & A with co-directors & executive producer

Ukrainian Ceramics from Trypillia to the Present
2026-03-21 11:00 - 2026-03-22 16:00, 2026-03-22 12:00 - 2026-03-23 16:00 | Ukrainian National Federation of Canada, 10629 98 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 2N6, Canada
Ukrainian Women’s Organization of Canada in Edmonton, Ukrainian National Federation, Edmonton branch and Ukrainian National Youth Federation, Edmonton branch present an exhibit ” Ukrainian ceramics from Trypillya to the Present”, which takes place on March 21 & 22, 2026 at UNF Hall.
On Saturday, March 21, from 12 PM- 4 PM we will have:
– Pysanka workshop ($15)
– Decorating gingerbread cookies ($10)
– Making a pearl necklace ($20)
– Making small clay ornaments ($20)
For all workshops registration is preferable due to limited seats. Payments required by March 20 by e-transfer at: uwoedmonton@yahoo.ca or cash at the door.
On Sunday you will be able to watch a concert put on by the various young talents of the city.
On Saturday and Sunday you can buy the most delicious babky and pasky for Easter, enjoy Ukrainian sweets from Sviatochna Kav`iarnia and take the pictures at the photo zone.
Don’t hesitate to share this news with your family and friends.

AXIOS Men’s Ensemble: JUNO Celebration & Tour Launch
2026-05-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex (Domivka) Address: 9615 153 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex (Domivka) Address: 9615 153 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
The public is invited to a special evening for Axios Men’s Ensemble and the Tenors & Basses of Pro Coro Canada. Following their recent JUNO Award win for Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble), over 40 male voices will come together to celebrate this prestigious milestone, and to launch their next project. “A Night to Celebrate — From a National Stage to What Comes Next” takes place 7-10pm on May 21, 2026 at the Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex in Edmonton (9615-153 Avenue).
The JUNO is a rare and significant achievement for a community-based choir—made possible by the dedication of its members, supporters, and community. This special evening also marks the official launch of a national tour of Benedict Sheehan’s Ukrainian War Requiem, a powerful and deeply moving work reflecting on loss, resilience, and hope. Funds raised at the event will help to bring this award-winning music to audiences across Canada.
This warm and celebratory evening with the Axios community will include highlights from their JUNO-winning journey, a special excerpt performance by Axios Men’s Ensemble and the Tenors & Basses of Pro Coro Canada, a silent auction and interactive fundraising activities, and a cocktail-style reception with food and bar service.

Calgary Ukrainian Festival 2026
2026-06-06 10:00 - 2026-06-07 18:00 | Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 90 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
✨ Save the date & don’t miss out 16th Calgary Ukrainian Festival!
Here’s everything you need to know:
📍 WHERE
Acadia Recreation Complex
240 90 Ave SE, Calgary, AB
📅 WHEN
June 6th (Saturday): 10 AM – Midnight
June 7th (Sunday): 10 AM – 6 PM
🎟️ ADMISSION
General (13–64): $10
Senior (65+): $5
Youth (6–12): $5
Kids (5 & under): FREE
CUAET holders (Saturday from 6 PM): FREE
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
💃 “ZABAVA” dance event
🥟 Perogy eating contest
🎨 Kids craft zone
🛍️ Ukrainian marketplace
🎶 Live music & traditional dance
🍲 Ukrainian food & drinks

Recentring the Humanities: Ukraine and the World International Symposium
2026-10-28 - 2026-10-30 | Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1N9, Canada
In 2026, the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies at the University of Alberta will mark the fiftieth anniversary of its founding. To celebrate this milestone, CIUS will host an international symposium, Recentring the Humanities: Ukraine and the World.
The symposium will (re)consider the place of Ukraine, Ukrainians worldwide, and Ukrainian studies in a rapidly changing global order, particularly in the context of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. It will examine the conceptual and epistemic shifts in scholarly discourse prompted by Ukraine’s heightened geopolitical and cultural visibility. Bringing together internationally recognized scholars, experts, and thought leaders and connecting several major international initiatives, this symposium will serve as a vital forum for critical debate on Ukraine’s role in shaping contemporary understandings of global history, society, and the humanities.
Registration is now open.
Find out more at cius-50.ca
