{"id":27801,"date":"2026-05-01T14:59:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T14:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/27801\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T14:59:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T14:59:08","slug":"margaret-atwood-to-headline-canada-ukraine-foundations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/canada\/27801\/","title":{"rendered":"Margaret Atwood to Headline Canada-Ukraine Foundation\u2019s"},"content":{"rendered":"

TORONTO, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canada-Ukraine Foundation<\/a> (CUF) will mark 30 years of Canadian generosity in action with a milestone anniversary gala on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Toronto\u2019s historic Arcadian Court<\/a>. The event brings together community leaders, donors and partners for a commemoration that honours three decades of impact while reaffirming Canada\u2019s commitment to supporting Ukraine in its fight for sovereignty, democracy, and freedom.<\/p>\n

For more than 30 years, CUF has been uniting Canadians from coast to coast to coast. Since February 2022, in response to Russia\u2019s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the generosity of Canadians has raised over $100 million in humanitarian assistance, providing urgent humanitarian aid to over 7 million people. This is not retrospective. It is a re-commitment.<\/p>\n

The evening will feature a conversation with one of the country\u2019s most respected literary voices and advocates for Ukraine, acclaimed Canadian author Margaret Atwood. The discussion will be moderated by the Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine, Natalka Cmoc, for an intimate conversation on shared values, power, and identity themes that resonate deeply at this pivotal moment in history.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Canada-Ukraine Foundation\u2019s 30th Anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the extraordinary generosity of Canadians and the impact solidarity can have in times of unjust war,\u201d said Valeriy Kostyuk, Executive Director of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation. \u201cAs Ukraine continues to defend the democratic principles we value so deeply, this anniversary is both a celebration of what we have accomplished together and a recommitment to the work that lies ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n

This moderated discussion of the event is made possible through the support of the Temerty Foundation, the event\u2019s official Conversation Partner. The evening will feature a cocktail reception, dinner, and music, bringing together those who believe in Canada\u2019s role in standing up for Ukraine when it matters most.<\/p>\n

Event Details
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
Time: Cocktail reception begins at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Arcadian Court (401 Bay Street, Simpson Tower, 8th Floor) Toronto<\/p>\n

To purchase tickets or inquire about tables, please contact info@cufoundation.ca or visit the website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

From solidarity to action. Thirty years strong.<\/p>\n

Social Media:\u00a0
Instagram: @canadaukrainefoundation<\/a> \u00a0
Facebook: @cufoundation<\/a>
X: @CUFCanada<\/a>\u00a0
LinkedIn: @canada-ukraine-foundation<\/a>\u00a0
YouTube: @canada-ukrainefoundation2010<\/a><\/p>\n

Media Contacts:
Zai Karim zai@kaphacommunications.com<\/a> – 647-983-6669
Shannon Kenney shannon@kaphacommunications.com<\/a> – 416-770-0359<\/p>\n

About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation<\/p>\n

Founded in 1995 during the 18th Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC), the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) was established to coordinate, develop, and deliver humanitarian assistance from Canadians to Ukraine.<\/p>\n

CUF continues to play a vital role as a national charitable foundation, working to monitor, promote, and support humanitarian aid initiatives. Its mission includes evaluating projects, fostering collaboration among aid providers, setting strategic priorities, and ensuring resources are directed where they can have the greatest impact. CUF also serves as a forum for individuals and organizations\u2014across community, private, and public sectors\u2014committed to supporting Ukraine. In addition to its work abroad, CUF also supports related initiatives within Canada.<\/p>\n

To learn more: cufoundation.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/NewsRoom\/AttachmentNg\/cf65a598-c5ba-4287-8dc4-ffb503dc3c47<\/a><\/p>\n

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