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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.
Local Dentists Step Up
Dr. Azeez Swarup of Okanagan Dental in Okanagan Falls examines Sviataslav Zbrutskyi, 14. Dentists in Penticton, Okanagan Falls, and Oliver have stepped forward to help with emergency care for Ukrainian children whose families have been displaced by the war. In April,...
Nataliia
The Ukraine Nightingale Project is looking for a host family for a Ukrainian woman and her young daughter fleeing from their war-torn country. Originally from Kharkiv, Nataliia and her 10-year-old daughter, Yasya, have had huge upheavals complicated by their concern...
Successful Start for Tour
Photo by Mauricio Lozano Tryzub kicked off their 50th Anniversary tour in the S. Okanagan with two sold out theatres and received standing ovations at both. Next stop is Lethbridge in September.
Dancers Visit Major Sponsor
The cast of Calgary’s Tryzub Ukrainian dance ensemble presented a sold out premiere performance of a multi-city 50th Anniversary Tour, Thursday at the Cleland Theatre in Penticton. We are grateful for the support of a major sponsor, the Penticton Herald.
Let the Shows Begin
The Ukraine Nightingale Project Society is looking forward to two new performances in Oliver and Penticton and, possibly, to sell-out audiences. See the story in Castanet.
Heralding Concerts
Adult troupe of the Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Society presents the premiere performances of a multi-city 50th Anniversary Tour in the South Okanagan May 23 and 25. Proceeds of the performances presented in collaboration with the Ukraine Nightingale Project will help...
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