July 26, 2010 -- On Monday, July 5, 2010, long-time and active member of the Ukrainian community, volunteer and supporter of many charitable causes, Mary Usick passed away at age 95. She was named a UCC-SPC Nation Builder in 2003. | Short Biography

July 22, 2010 -- Ukrainian Canadian Congress President Paul Grod congratulated Archbishop Yurij of Toronto, on his election as Metropolitan of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada at the 22nd Sobor of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada (UOCC) held in Winnipeg from July 12-18, 2010. UCC Media Release

July 21, 2010 -- The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Executive Director, Board of Directors and committees, and coordinate and oversee administrative and programming duties, including office duties, program development and execution. Application deadline: August 15, 2010. Details

July 11, 2010 -- UCC Regina is pleased to announce that Olena Shyian has been hired as our Immigrant Settlement Advisor commencing July 5th, 2010. Details

July 8, 2010 -- The National Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada announces a visual arts competition in honour of the 50th Anniversary of its official publication, Promin. The competition is open to all up to and including age 25. There are 3 categories with cash prizes for winning entries. Deadline is October 30th. Details (PDF) | Registration Form (PDF)

July 8, 2010 -- The Board of Directors of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress will be considering applications at its September 2010 meeting. Applications received by August 30, 2010 will be considered for award at the Triennial Congress in Edmonton this November. UCC Media Release

July 5, 2010 -- Host Families are required for 5 Ukrainian Exchange Students from Ivano-Frankivsk University, Ukraine. The students will be in Regina for about 3 months commencing September 3rd to December 1st. Details

July 5, 2010 -- Two separate awards are being offered: the High School Civil Liberties Award ($500) -- submission deadline October 29, 2010; Civil Liberties Opinion-Editorial Award ($1000) -- op-ed appears in a major Canadian newspaper prior to November 30, 2010. Details

July 5, 2010 -- Ukrainian Canadian Congress President Paul Grod congratulated Orysia Sushko on being appointed to the Order of Canada by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada. UCC Media Release

July 2, 2010 -- UCC-SPC is pleased to announce that Serhij Koroliuk and Nadya Neshcheretna are now Immigrant Settlement Advisors. More

June 24, 2010 -- The dates for this year's AULIC are August 12-15 for a four-day weekend and August 12-19 for the extended session... Instructors selected for the camp are skilled in teaching the language and in sharing Ukraine's heritage and culture. Instructors for 2010 are:... Details

June 24, 2010 -- Regina Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, performing under the stage name Kolos, is currently seeking proposals and applications for the position of Artistic Director / Instructor / Choreographer. Application deadline July 31, 2010. Details (PDF)

June 15, 2010 -- Are you looking for a week away from the hustle of everyday life and/or looking to spend some time in a beautiful, peaceful atmosphere? St. Michael's Camp at Madge Lake, SK is seeking young adults to assist in the implementation of a program for teens. More

June 8, 2010 -- 20-page issue includes: UCC-SPC Provincial 50-50 Lottery 2010; Ukrainian Dance Festivals and Workshops in Saskatchewan; Summer Reading Ideas; UCC Regina Branch to Host First Ukrainian Fall Festival; Ukrainian Studies Courses at STM College. Currently at the printers, Visnyk will be delivered the week of June 14, but you can preview it here.

June 1, 2010 -- On Friday, May 21, 2010, teacher of Ukrainian language and culture, organizer of cultural events, and tireless supporter of community and church organizations, Iryna Lazurko passed away at age 88. She was named a UCC-SPC Nation Builder in 2004. | Short Biography

May 27, 2010 -- The Board of St. Petro Mohyla Institute is pleased to announce that Deborah Ehmann has been appointed to serve as the Executive Director of the Institute, effective May 17, 2010. Details

May 26, 2010 -- ... the Metropolitan Sheptytsky Society of Saskatchewan regretfully must announce that after a 35-year role in managing Sheptytsky Institute for the Eparchy of Saskatoon, management of the Ukrainian Catholic student residence will be assumed by the Episcopal Corporation of Saskatchewan or its designated successor, beginning May 16, 2010. Details

May 25, 2010 -- Bishop Bryan Bayda, CSsR and Bishop Emeritus Michael Wiwchar, CSsR, through the Steering Committee of the Saskatoon Eparchy, invite you to join in the discussion and planning of a new opportunity. Your vision and participation will help design and build a new parish. Your ideas and experience will help develop programs to serve the spiritual and social needs of your family and this new community. Details

May 14, 2010 -- Status: 3 Days per week (based on an 8 hour day); Salary: $14.00 per hour; Deadline for Application: June 11, 2010 Details

May 13, 2010 -- Trident Camp is looking for an Administrator for this summer. The two-week camp starts on July 4th and runs until the 17th and is held at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church Camp at Crystal Lake, SK. Interested persons should contact Paul by email at Paul.Procyshyn [at] Federated.CA or by phone at 306-789-8164 for further details. In the event interested persons cannot reach Paul they can try to contact Vincent at 306-525-2418 or by email at Vincent [at] dbi.ca.

May 12, 2010 -- There are 1.2 million Canadians who trace their roots to Ukraine -- the second largest Ukrainian community outside of Ukraine, with a 120-year distinguished history in Canada. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress represents the interests of this vibrant and active community that closely follows developments in their ancestral homeland, for which they wish nothing more than peace, prosperity, and the ability to pursue a full independent, democratic and dignified existence. UCC Media Release

May 11, 2010 -- You are invited to attend a UNF Daycare Program Information Meeting on May 16, 2010 at Bishop Filevich Catholic School at 2:00 PM. More

May 7, 2010 -- UCC Regina Branch is hosting its first outdoor festival on Saturday, September 11, 2010. The event aims to celebrate Ukrainian culture and recognize its people's contributions to Canadian society at all levels. By providing a free event that is open to the public, the Planning Committee anticipates that relationships both among and between our Ukrainian Canadian community and the community at large will be furthered. More

May 5, 2010 -- Those interested in volunteering at VESNA, which is this Friday, May 7th and Saturday, May 8th in Saskatoon, are requested to contact Marian at 306-384-4828.

May 5, 2010 -- Norquay Rosa Ukrainian Dance Club is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Ukrainian Dance Instructor for Beginner to Senior Levels, starting September 2010. Weekly lessons with approximately 4-5 hours instructional time per week needed, depending on groupings. Experience with a number of different regional dance styles an asset. Wage and mileage rate negotiable. Deadline for application May 31, 2010. Please send resume, including two references, wage required and day(s) of the week available to: Norquay Ukrainian Dance Club, PO Box 433, Norquay SK S0A 2V0. For further information, contact Lilia at 306-594-2114.

April 21, 2010 -- The Saskatoon branch of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress is pleased to present an evening with award-winning author Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch, who will introduce her latest book, Stolen Child, at a Book Reading and Presentation early next month in Saskatoon. Details

April 14, 2010 -- For beginners (age 5-7), juniors (age 8-10) and seniors (age 11 & up). Camp takes place August 16-20, 2010. Students accepted in order of registration. Registration deadline is July 30, 2010. Details and application form (from Events Calendar)

April 14, 2010 -- The Virsky National Dance Company of Ukraine with a cast of 50 professional dancers under General Artistic Director Myroslav Vantukh will perform October 16 through 20 in Saskatoon, Regina, Melfort, Prince Albert and Yorkton.

April 6, 2010 -- St. Michael’s Camp at Madge Lake in Duck Mountain Provincial Park is a Ukrainian Catholic Summer Camp within the eparchy of Saskatoon. We are operated under "The Ukrainian Catholic Church Camps of Saskatchewan Inc” board of directors. We believe in engaging our campers in spiritual, cultural, social, physical, intellectual, moral and recreational activities in order to provide a fun, spiritually nourishing and memorable camp experience. More

April 5, 2010 -- On Friday, April 2, 2010, retired Chief Justice Edward Bayda passed away suddenly in hospital while on vacation in Turkey. Chief Justice Bayda’s name is synonymous with significant judicial issues that faced Saskatchewan. He was named a UCC-SPC Nation Builder in 2008. | Short Biography, link to related Regina L-P article

March 30, 2010 -- The National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy announced its receipt of a digital copy of the historical documents of the Soviet era (1918 to 1991) from the Archives of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU – СБУ). The transfer of previously secret NKVD-KGB files is regarded as a remarkable event and illustrates the need for transparency and the search for a shared historical narrative. More

March 29, 2010 -- ... Harry Kardynal is a retired teacher who started teaching Ukrainian to grade five classes at Yorkdale in January... Story

March 24, 2010 -- 20-page issue includes: Claiming Federal and Provincial Tax Credits if your children dance; Treasures of Ukrainian Easter; Government Receives the First Report of the Sask-Ukraine Relations Advisory Committee; TYC/UOMA Regina 50th Anniversary Celebrations; Congratulations to Speed skating Olympian Lucas Makowsky; UCC National Sports Committee Seeking Members. Currently at the printers, Visnyk will be delivered the week of April 5, but you can preview it here.

March 23, 2010 -- AULIC 2010 will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of this very popular Ukrainian language course. Since AULIC’s extended program had been such a huge success in previous years, we are pleased to announce it will be offered again in 2010! The regular program will run from August 12th to 15th and the extended program will carry on to the 19th. Details

March 17, 2010 -- It is time to gear up and make plans for National Volunteer Week, which runs the week of April 18-24, 2010. This is a great opportunity for us to recognize the hard work and dedication of volunteers. Volunteer Canada has resources available to help you acknowledge this event available at http://volunteer.ca/nvw. Or check with your local volunteer organizations to find out what is happening in your area.

March 17, 2010 -- Martyred nuns examples of the price of principles How strong would your faith be in the face of persecution? That question, expressed in the theme, The Cost of Discipleship in Our Time, will be examined March 20 at a workshop hosted by the Prairie Centre for Ecumenism. March 13 S-P article by Darlene Polachic

March 16, 2010 -- Arts Award: One award of up to $1000 will be granted annually to an individual or group undertaking a performance, video, publication, or exhibition promoting Ukrainian culture. Deadline April 15. Details
   Multimedia Arts Contest: Open to all Saskatchewan children and youth who are of Ukrainian descent. Eight cash prizes. Deadline April 30. Details

March 15, 2010 -- The Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Saskatoon Branch, Inc. has immediate openings for qualified ESL Instructors to plan and deliver English as a Second or Additional Language classes to newcomers to Saskatoon. Details

March 15, 2010 -- The Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Saskatoon Branch, Inc. is seeking supervisors and helpers to assume the responsibility of child minding during ESL classes. Details

March 15, 2010 -- Presented at the Annual General Meeting 13 March 2010 in Regina, the 36-page report outlines activities of the Ukrainian community throughout the province in 2009 and includes a list of projects financially supported by UCC-SPC's Community Development Fund and a 10-page auditor's report. Report (PDF)

For Saskatchewan children (9-13) and youth (14-18) who are of Ukrainian descent. Visual art, poetry and storytelling depicting a Vesna Festival or Spring Celebration theme. Deadline for receiving entries is April 30, 2010. Details

Taras Hryhorovych Shevchenko 
March 9, 1814 -- March 10, 1861 

Poet/writer and artist -- Kobzar of the Ukrainian nation

March 4, 2010 -- UCC is looking for individuals to help coordinate Canadian Ukrainian sporting events in Canada as well as supporting Ukrainian athletes at international competitions. Details

March 3, 2010 -- The Board of Directors is recruiting for a dynamic, results-oriented Executive Director to lead the St. Petro Mohyla Institute. Application deadline March 31, 2010. Details

Lesya Ukrainka (Larissa Kosach) 
February 25, 1871 -- August 1, 1913 

February 22, 2010 -- The Prairie Centre for the Study of Ukrainian Heritage invites you to attend the 2010 Mohyla Lecture on February 26, @ 7 pm, in the Shannon Library of STM College in Saskatoon. Dr. David Marples of the University of Alberta will deliver a lecture on the "Causes of Holodomor-Famine in Ukraine, in 1932-1933". Reception to follow.

February 16, 2010 -- Regina's only Ukrainian language and culture preschool is now accepting registrations for children ages 3-5 years. No previous knowledge of Ukrainian necessary. Classes are Wednesday and Friday mornings at 1106 McNiven Avenue (Selo Gardens). Attend one or both days. Join any time. Call 541-5866 to register, or for more information visit www.sadochokregina.ca.

February 11, 2010 -- Heritage Day is an opportunity to celebrate the architectural heritage and historic places of Canada. The Heritage Canada Foundation promotes the third Monday in February each year as Heritage Day and has long advocated adopting this date as a national holiday. For Heritage Day 2010, Canada's Olympic year, HCF is celebrating the Heritage of Sport and Recreation. More about this year's theme

February 11, 2010 -- Heritage Saskatchewan, the new collective voice of all those who value heritage in Saskatchewan, will stage its inaugural Heritage Sask Forum and Annual General Meeting at Saskatoon's Delta Bessborough, February 19-20, 2010. Tickets are also still available for the banquet on Friday night, featuring Keynote Speaker Arthur Black, and the Forum / AGM on Saturday. For more information on these events, go to the Heritage Saskatchewan website or call their office at (306) 780-9191. Deadline for ticket sales to the banquet is Monday, February 15, 2010.

February 1, 2010 -- Ukraine House, under the patronage of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine and the Embassy of Ukraine in Canada, invite you to the Winter Olympics 2010 in Vancouver, BC. Please visit the "Ukraine House" located at the Ukrainian Catholic Center, 3150 Ash Street in Vancouver from February 12-28, 2010 during the Winter Olympics.
   You can support the Ukraine House in Vancouver by purchasing official Ukraine House 2010 Memorabilia. Pins (at left) -- $5 (available at UCC-SPC), Crests -- $10, T-Shirts -- $20. Order form (PDF)

January 26, 2010 -- From February 12-28, you are invited to visit Ukraine House, St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Centre, 3150 Ash St in Vancouver! "Come Celebrate With Us" Poster | www.ukrainehouse2010.com

January 21, 2010 -- UCC-SPC is currently seeking an outgoing, experienced individual to fill the position of Administrative Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative and clerical duties. This Saskatoon-based term position is part-time, 20-35 hours per week. Application deadline February 1, 2010. Start date February 8, 2010. Details (PDF)

January 13, 2010 -- The Saskatoon branch of the Ukrainian Canadian Professional and Business Association is holding its 9th Annual King of the Kovbasa Challenge February 11, 2010 at the Western Development Museum. Proceeds will go to the Saskatchewan Abilities Council. Entertainment provided by the Yevshan Ukrainian Folk Ballet Ensemble; emcee -- CJWW radio host Steve Shannon. Businesses that would like to be involved can still participate with a prize for our silent auction item -- a great way to promote their business at an event that is sold out every year. Calendar details