Ukrainian Canadian Foundation

2002 UKRAINIAN DAY GIVEN SUPPORT

August 9, 2002

Winnipeg, Manitoba -- The Ukrainian Canadian Foundation of Taras Shevchenko (UCFTS) today announced its support of Ukrainian Day 2002, to be held on August 11, 2002. A grant in the amount of $2,500 will be provided to the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Alberta Provincial Council to defray costs associated with this event.

Ukrainian Day is jointly organized by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Alberta Provincial Council and the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, together with the support and representation of other community organizations. This year the event will commemorate the victims of Canada’s first national internment operation, 1914-1920 and will see the unveiling of a monument in order to commemorate this historic event.

“The Foundation is pleased to support events which raise public awareness and interest in the community life of Ukrainian Canadians in Alberta,” said UCFTS President Andrew Hladyshevsky, Q.C. “Albertans coming together to better understand each other and appreciate the contributions we all make to our society helps us all build better communities.”

In addition to invited guests this days events will include a concert featuring Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian bands, soloists, dancing groups, choirs, singers and musicians from across Alberta and Canada. An artist’s painting exhibit, displays and demonstrations are planned as well as sporting activities for the youth.

A children’s program will also be provided and will include a zoo, balloon animals, face painting and games. The highly successful “Best Dressed Ukrainian costume will once again be held.

The UCFTS was incorporated under an Act of Parliament in 1963, and has grown to nearly $7 million. The Foundation supports projects throughout the country that will enhance the Ukrainian Canadian community. Since 1964-65, the Foundation has provided nearly $4.5 million dollars in support for the work of the community.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Lesia Szwaluk
Executive Director
UCFTS
(204) 944-9128
lesia@shevchenkofoundation.ca

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