News & Updates
The population of Ukraine is larger than Canada and the country is less than half the size of British Columbia. Over 8 million people have been displaced and crossed borders to other countries. An additional 5.4 million evacuated their homes, seeking shelter in other parts of Ukraine, because over 15 thousand apartment buildings have been damaged. This is equivalent to everyone in British Columbia and Alberta leaving their homes. More civilians have been killed in the conflict than currently live in Summerland.
Wish List
• As more families arrive, we will need clothing and household goods.
• Automotive expertise to assist in evaluating, inspecting and locating suitable vehicles.
• Automotive business to provide affordable repair and maintenance assistance.
• Affordable rental housing for short and long-term accommodation.
• Hosts to provide temporary housing.
• Medical providers who will offer physical, dental and psychological support services.
Need for Dental Care
The Sunrise Rotary Club of Penticton and the Ukraine Nightingale Project are asking local dentists to help with emergency care for Ukrainian children whose families have been displaced by the war. UNP has assisted 18 families with 19 children to relocate in the South...
Talking About Ukrainian Newcomers
The Nation Post newspaper runs a conversation about Canadians responding to the influx of Ukrainian newcomers. See: https://nationalpost.com/news/is-canada-ready-for-surge-of-ukrainian-evacuees .
CUAET Program Ending
Article in the Penticton Herald discusses the CUAET program and how it helps Ukrainian families arriving in Canada. See: https://www.pentictonherald.ca/news/article_e030869a-e313-11ee-954d-b780721fc7da.html .
Latest Arrivals
We welcome Vladmir, Evgenila and son to the Okanagan. The family is settling in to their new home.
Dzvinka in the Herald
Penticton Herald writes about Dzvinka: https://pentictonherald.pressreader.com/penticton-herald/20240216/281513641072830/textview .
Family Finds a Home
We are happy to report that with the help of the Penticton Herald and Kelowna Courier... We were able to find a host family for Vladimir, Evgenia and Mykyta. Thanks to all involved.
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