This monument to Ukrainian pioneers, officially unveiled and blessed October 22, 2000 in the presence of over 250 people, was a project of the Veselka Prince Albert & District Ukrainian Culture & Heritage Club. It reads:

"Dedicated to all Ukrainian pioneers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries who, with their blood, sweat and many tears carved a lifestyle for their families from what was once the Canadian wilderness.

In this new country the early settlers overcame language barriers, poverty and sickness. Despite these difficulties, they considered Canada to be their "Promised Land" and "New Home". They quickly established schools and churches. Through hard work and many sacrifices they laid a firm foundation for our future generations.

As Ukraine’s greatest poet Taras Shevchenko pleaded: "Learn brothers. Think and learn other cultures. But never forget your own."

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In 1992 our Ukrainian community joined together to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Ukrainian settlement in Canada. This celebration led to the formation of Veselka – The Prince Albert and District Ukrainian Culture and Heritage Club. Our aims and objectives are to promote and foster Ukrainian language and culture and to support Ukrainian youth in their activities.

Spearheaded by members of Veselka, this monument was completed in the year 2000 with the generous assistance of many donors. We gratefully thank everyone."

(Equivalent Ukrainian-language dedication inscribed on other two sides.)

News

Prince Albert Veselka Ukrainian Festival 2010
A Celebration of Ukrainian Culture

Saturday, June 12, 2010
Prince Albert Exhibition Centre

Doors open 5:30 PM -- Musicians' Welcome
Hospodar & Hospodynia's Welcome

Details (calendar listing)

Veselka AGM September 29

September 4, 2008 -- The Prince Albert & District Ukrainian Heritage Club Veselka is holding its Annual General Meeting and Election of Officers on Monday, 29 September at 7:30 pm at the Ukrainian Catholic Knights of Columbus Hall (752 14th St W).

Veselka Club co-sponsors visit of award-winning children's author to Saskatchewan: UCC-SPC's Literatoura 2007

November 22, 2007 (updated) -- Marsha Skrypuch will be conducting public book presentations and signings in Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert for her latest release Dear Canada: Prisoners in a Promised Land -- The Ukrainian Internment Diary of Anya Soloniuk. Details

Prince Albert Veselka Ukrainian Festival 2007
A Celebration of Ukrainian Culture

Saturday, June 9, 2007
Prince Albert Exhibition Centre

Doors open 5:30 PM -- Musicians' Welcome
Hospodar & Hospodynia's Welcome

Entertainment to follow at 7:45 PM

• Ukrainian dancers from PA & District
• Veselka Singers
• Violin Duet
• Tsymbaly

Venues

• Silent auction
• craft displays & sale
• Ukrainian artifacts displays
• Ukrainian taped music
• variety of Ukrainian articles

MC: Peter Abrametz

Menu: Roast beef, chicken, studenets, cabbage rools, perogies, salads, potatoes & gravy, veggies, buns, dessert

Advance tickets (16 & older) $25 each; 12-16 yrs $5 each (accompanied by parent); under 12 years free (accompanied by parent). Book a table for 8 -- $225 (includes price of tickets)

Doors open at 5:30 PM
Bar opens at 6 PM
Banquet at 6:30 PM
Entertainment at 7:45 PM
Dance 9 PM sharp Music provided by Ukrainian Connection

For more information or tickets call Elmer 306-763-3296, Bill 306-763-3372 or Pat 306-929-4887; Floor Store, All Tim Horton's locations, Ben's Auto Glass

Trailer park available on grounds. Make arrangements with PA Exhibition Assn 306-764-1711.

Attn: Visnyk readers re: PA Veselka CD

October 24, 2006 -- Page 19 of the fall issue listed an incorrect phone number to the Veselka Prince Albert & District Culture & Heritage Club. Please call 306-763-2396 if you are interested in purchasing a CD.

Elmer Malec is president

October 24, 2006 -- Elmer Malec returns for another term as President of the Veselka Prince Albert & District Culture & Heritage Club. UCC-SPC extends congratulations to the new president and best wishes to the outgoing president, Ron Adamko.

Veselka elects new executive

Former club President Elmer Malec

September 30, 2005 -- The PA & District Ukrainian Heritage Club ‘Veselka’ held its Annual General Meeting and Board elections on Monday 26 September. The club reflected back on its many activities of the previous year. Sincere thanks go out to Elmer Malec, the out-going President, for his dedication and many volunteer hours. Многая літа!

UCC-SPC also extends congratulations the new President, Ron Adamko. We look forward to working with you.

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Borys Wrzesnewskyj to address Ukrainian community April 17th

April 8, 2005 -- The Prince Albert & District Ukrainian Heritage Club "Veselka" invites you to a brunch and presentation with Mr. Borys Wrzesnewskyj, MP for Etobicoke Centre & Chair of the Canada-Ukraine Parliamentary Friendship Group.    Sunday, April 17, 2005 12 PM Presentation follows brunch.    Mr. Wrzesnewskyj will speak on "Canada and the Ukrainian Community: Meeting our Responsibilities at Home and Abroad."    Poster & Details

2005 Veselka Festival

The Prince Albert Veselka Festival will take place June 11, 2005 at the P.A. Exhibition Grounds. Details will be posted as they become available. For information, call 306-763-2396.

Annual Report

May 8, 2004 —

Activities included:

• Film night
• Trip to the Moose Jaw Spa
• Panakhyda at the Pioneer Memorial
• Veselka Festival
• Food booth at the PA Exhibition
• Food kiosk at the PA Trade Show
• Volunteer appreciation pot-luck

Veselka supports local Sadochok and sponsored bandura and didukh workshops. The club would like to see a Ukrainian-themed park with a museum established. The complex would also include a heritage church.

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Contact Information

437 24th St E Prince Albert S6V 1R9 Phone: 306-763-2396

Past President: Ron Adamko
President: Elmer Malec
First Vice: Ben Hladun
Second Vice: Bill Karpish
Secretary: Caroline Tessier
Treasurer: Olga Thoms

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