In benefit of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation
Starting in March, a special screening tour of the Ukrainian documentary Second Wind will take place across the country. The film tells the story of five Ukrainian heroes: four veterans with lower-limb amputations and an active-duty servicewoman who climbed Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro.
They journeyed from pain and doubt to self-acceptance, new purpose, and a renewed sense of inner strength. Second Wind portrays not only a physical challenge, but also a profound inner transformation, reminding us that life after injury can be filled with meaning, challenges, and victories.
Screening Dates & Cities:
March 4 — Toronto
March 5 — Ottawa
March 6 — Montreal
March 7 — Winnipeg
March 8 — Regina
March 9 — Saskatoon
March 10 — Edmonton
March 11 — Calgary
March 12 — Kelowna
March 13 — Vancouver
March 14 — Victoria
Following each screening, there will be a live discussion with members of the Second Wind team, including:
• Oleksandr Pedan — producer and host of the project
• Vladyslav “Shatya” Shatil — film protagonist and veteran
The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear personal stories about the journey from injury to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
The Canadian special screenings of Second Wind carry a charitable mission. Proceeds from ticket sales will support the rehabilitation of Ukrainian veterans through initiatives of the Canada–Ukraine Foundation, which funds comprehensive physical and mental health rehabilitation programs for Ukrainian heroes.
By attending a screening, you are not only experiencing a powerful cultural event but also making a meaningful contribution to the recovery of Ukraine’s defenders.
Life goes on. Victory is possible — no matter what. Join us and become part of this history.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation
Founded in 1995 during the 18th Ukrainian Canadian Congress, the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) was established to coordinate, develop, and deliver humanitarian assistance from Canadians to Ukraine. 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—across community, private, and public sectors—committed to supporting Ukraine. In addition to its work abroad, CUF also supports related initiatives within Canada.