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.

Ukrainian Dancers

Feb 21, 2023 | Media

The Penticton Herald writes about our upcoming fundraising events. See: https://www.pentictonherald.ca/news/article_01797522-acc0-11ed-987d-53d0513824a0.html .

Dental Help

Feb 17, 2023 | Community Support

UNP’s medical lead organized a free dental assessment by a dental hygienists from Interior Health, as well as a lesson in oral care and hygiene. SOSS kindly allowed us to use a classroom so that the the kids from the two families could all be seen together.

Oliver Helping Ukrainians

Feb 16, 2023 | Media

The Town of Oliver is making a special contribution in support of the Ukraine Nightingale Project. See more: https://www.timeschronicle.ca/oliver-council-helps-ukrainians-settle-here/ .

Stories of Ukrainian Refugees

Feb 15, 2023 | Media

The Gobe & Mail has published an informative article highlighting the stories of Ukrainian refugees. The article is available at: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-russia-ukraine-war-refugee-stories/ .