Across cultures and traditions, bread is never just bread. It is something we share at the table. Something we offer in times of hardship. Something that reminds us that even in difficult moments, community endures. As many prepare to celebrate Easter, that symbolism takes on a very real meaning in Ukraine.
The Canada-Ukraine Foundation supports partners on the ground like Good Bread from Good People who employ people with disabilities, giving them meaningful work baking fresh loaves of bread every day. They are then delivered by volunteers to communities in Ukraine’s frontline regions, places where access to basic food can no longer be taken for granted.
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Every loaf of bread carries something more than nourishment.
It carries dignity for the person who baked it.
It carries solidarity from those who deliver it.
And it carries hope to the families who receive it.
This Easter, you can help deliver more than bread. Every loaf baked creates dignity for the baker and nourishment for a family. Your gift helps deliver both.
Help support our partners on the ground in Ukraine like Good Bread from Good People who are rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and strengthening communities.
Donate today to Power urgent recovery. Because recovery begins with the essentials. And sometimes, it begins with bread.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
In a community on the outskirts of Kharkiv, Russia’s war shows up daily in unexpected and relentless ways. The power goes out, impacting even the most essential services.
For hours at a time, families are left without light, without heat, without certainty of when it will return. But life needs to continue despite regular power outages because it has to. 🎥 Watch the short video below.
In 2022, this community was partially occupied by Russia’s troops. It was liberated within a month, but the instability never left. Today, outages lasting three, four, even six hours are part of daily life.
At the centre of this community is a House of Culture. Once a gathering place, it is now a critical hub for humanitarian & medical aid, supporting families, children, and those most affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
With support from the CUF-UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, a solar power station now keeps this centre running, even during outages. This is what your support makes possible. People can rely on a place that does not shut down when everything else does.
A special thank-you for our supporters
Donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign before April 9 for a chance to be one of four supporters to receive an autographed copy of Dr. Timothy Snyder’s On Freedom. In addition, one supporter will receive an exclusive signed Ukrainian edition of Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire’s (Retired) personal memoir Waiting for First Light.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
Every day in Ukraine, the phone rings at Veteran Hub.
On the other end may be a veteran looking for rehabilitation or retraining, or a family member trying to support a loved one returning from the front. Sometimes, the caller simply needs someone to listen.
🎥 Watch how this lifeline is making a difference.
Each month, Veteran Hub’s Support Line receives up to 1,500 calls from veterans, service members, and their families seeking guidance and support.
With the support of the CUF-UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, together with the Ukrainian World Congress and Help Us Help, Veteran Hub continues to strengthen its remote services:
Maintaining the Support Line connecting veterans and families with help
Developing a secure CRM system to protect client data
Launching text-based counselling to expand access to support
Researching barriers to services for veterans with imprisonment experience
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
Help ensure every call is answered.
And join us to reach our objective for the $1 million Challenge by April 9 so Ukraine’s recovery moves faster, further, and stronger.
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
This is not a retrospective. It is a recommitment.
On Friday, May 29, the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) will commemorate 30 years of Canadian generosity in action and you are part of that story.
Join us for a defining evening with our guest of honour, Margaret Atwood, one of Canada’s most respected literary voices, in an intimate conversation on democracy, power, and identity at a moment that calls for clarity and leadership.
Since 1995, CUF has united donors from coast to coast to coast. Since January 2022 alone, together we have raised and delivered over $100 million in humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. The country is fighting not only for its sovereignty, but for democratic values Canadians hold dear: freedom, dignity, identity, and the rule of law.
CUF’s 30th Anniversary Gala evening will take place at Arcadian Court in Toronto and feature a cocktail reception, dinner, music, and the company of those who believe in Canada’s role in standing up for democracy in times of crisis when it matters most.
From solidarity to action. Thirty years strong!
️ 🗓 Friday, May 29, 2026 • Cocktail reception begins at 6:30 p.m.
📍 Arcadian Court • 401 Bay Street, Simpson Tower 8th floor, Toronto
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
More than four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the images that first mobilized global support risk fading from daily headlines. New crises fill the news cycle. Attention shifts. But the war continues.
With over three decades of experience working with Ukraine, the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) is uniquely positioned to identify urgent needs while also investing in long-term recovery and rebuilding.
Roman Waschuk, former Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine and CUF Board Member, reflects on why it is essential to refocus attention not only on the challenges Ukrainians face, but also on the stories of resilience and hope that continue to drive the country forward.
Take a moment to watch his video message
Ukrainians have made immense sacrifices and have inspired the world with their determination to defend their country against Russia’s aggression. Supporting Ukraine today means helping a country defend its future.
Canadian generosity helped make a difference during the challenging winter and can continue helping power Ukraine’s recovery efforts through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation.
Help us reach $1 million by April 9 so Ukraine’s recovery moves faster, further, and stronger. We are at almost 45% of the goal, and your support is critical.
A special thank-you for our supporters
Make a donation to CUF’s Powering urgent recovery campaign before April 9 for a chance to be one of four supporters to receive an autographed copy of Dr. Timothy Snyder’s On Freedom. In addition, one supporter will receive an exclusive signed Ukrainian edition of Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire’s (Retired) personal memoir Waiting for First Light.
Recovery. Powered by Ukrainian resilience and your support.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
In hard-to-reach areas across Ukraine, access to medical diagnostics can mean the difference between timely treatment and tragedy. That’s why through the joint CUF-UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal we partnered with BCU Foundation and the Tryzub Gala Foundation, to provide 90 handheld Butterfly iQ+ ultrasound devices and 90 iPads to the Centre for Disaster Medicine of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.
Portable diagnostic devices transforming how mobile medical units deliver care
Using advanced Ultrasound-on-Chip™ technology, each compact system connects to an iPad to provide real-time imaging for cardiac, abdominal, vascular, pulmonary, and musculoskeletal examinations. Healthcare providers can now bring hospital-quality diagnostics directly to patients in areas where traditional medical facilities are damaged, destroyed, or simply too far away.
Critical technology
Years of Russian missile attacks have devastated Ukraine’s medical infrastructure, leaving countless communities without adequate access to diagnostic services. Mobile medical units equipped with these portable ultrasound systems can now reach patients who would otherwise go without essential care, enabling timely diagnosis and ongoing monitoring in field-based settings.
On behalf of the Ukrainian Scientific and Practical Center of Emergency and Disaster Medicine, a division of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, we express our sincere gratitude for the transfer of these portable Butterfly iQ+ ultrasound systems.
These devices will be used both at our institution and distributed among emergency medical centres across Ukraine’s regions. They will be deployed by teams transporting critically ill patients over long distances, enabling rapid diagnostics and timely assessment of patients’ conditions during transport. We are also offering training for medical personnel to ensure proper and effective use.
Thank you for supporting Ukrainian medical professionals and strengthening the capacity of the emergency medical and disaster medicine system in Ukraine.
Vitaliy Krylyuk, MD
Director
This initiative demonstrates how sustained commitment creates lasting impact and exemplifies what recovery looks like in action.
It’s not just about emergency response. It’s about strengthening healthcare systems with the tools and technology that allow communities to diagnose, treat, and heal despite ongoing challenges.
Your support for the Canada-Ukraine Foundation’s Powering urgent recovery campaign can make more projects like this a reality.
Together, we are powering Ukraine’s path forward.
Join us for the $1,000,000 Challenge and help us reach our goal by Easter! Make a donation before April 9 for a chance to be one of five supporters to receive an exclusive autographed book. For details, click here.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the CUF-UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal
Launched in January 2022 as a joint initiative of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation and the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, the CUF-UCC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal coordinates the efficient delivery of humanitarian aid in response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Its efforts support displaced people, medical care, emergency shelter, and food security—both within Ukraine and among those who have sought refuge elsewhere in Europe and in Canada. To date, over $100 million in humanitarian aid has been delivered, reaching more than 7 million people through over 400 projects.
About BCU Foundation
Founded in 2002, BCU Foundation is a registered Canadian charitable organization dedicated to supporting and promoting Ukrainian-Canadian culture, education, and community initiatives. Driven by its motto, “Community Spirit Binding Generations,” the Foundation supports unique and inspiring projects through strategic grants, scholarships, and fundraising events. By empowering the next generation of leaders and preserving a vibrant cultural heritage, the Foundation remains a cornerstone of the community. In 2014, BCU Foundation expanded its mandate to include providing essential humanitarian aid to the people of Ukraine. For more information about its mission and current projects, please visit bcufoundation.com.
About the Tryzub Gala Foundation
The Tryzub Gala Foundation was created by The Myhal Family Foundation who saw a need to unify our community across Canada to celebrate the accomplishments of those who have achieved success in their chosen fields, have worked in support of Ukraine, Ukrainian causes, the Ukrainian-Canadian community and Canada overall. Its aspiration remains to reach the entire Ukrainian-Canadian diaspora to celebrate the recipients, use the raised funds to support numerous causes that reflect the daily lives and interests of Canadian Ukrainians, and continue to assist the needs of Ukrainians who have fled the war. Its partnerships with charitable organizations across Canada enable it to support grassroots charities that would otherwise struggle to meet community needs. The 2026 Tryzub Gala will take place on May 7.
Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction needs due to Russia’s aggression will cost about US$588 billion over the next 10 years, according to the recent Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment by the World Bank Group, the Government of Ukraine, the European Union, and the United Nations. Under Russia’s ruthless attacks, recovery for Ukraine is a daily urgency that cannot wait.
Help us reach $1 million by April 9 so Ukraine’s recovery moves faster, further, and stronger. We are at almost 40% of the goal, and your support is critical.
Recovery is a commitment that requires scale, which can only be achieved together.
Our Powering urgent recovery campaign launched in February supports long-term, sustainable recovery programs across Ukraine.
Through our trusted network of partners on the ground, donations fund urgent, high-impact initiatives in health care systems; physical and mental health rehabilitation for civilians, children and veterans; energy infrastructure; demining efforts; and the economic foundations that allow communities to grow and thrive despite Russia’s ongoing aggression.
A special thank-you for our supporters
Make a donation to CUF’s Powering urgent recovery campaign before April 9 for a chance to be one of four supporters to receive an autographed copy of Dr. Timothy Snyder’s On Freedom. In addition, one supporter will receive an exclusive signed Ukrainian edition of Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire’s (Retired) personal memoir Waiting for First Light.
Recovery. Powered by Ukrainian resilience and your support.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
In Alberta, Ukrainian heritage is not abstract. It lives in prairie churches, community halls, grain farms, and hockey rinks. For more than a century, Ukrainian families helped build towns across the province, shaping Alberta’s identity through their language, traditions, faith, and work ethic.
But this story extends beyond one province. Ukrainians helped shape Canada from coast to coast, strengthening communities from British Columbia, across the Prairies through Ontario and Quebec all the way to Atlantic Canada. Their legacy is woven into the national fabric.
Canadian sportscaster Gord Miller grew up in Alberta surrounded by that history. Though not Ukrainian, he understands how deeply this community’s story is intertwined with Canada’s own. “I’m a human being and I care,” he says. Take a moment to watch his video message.
Alberta’s Ukrainian community helped build a province. Ukrainians helped shape a nation.
As Ukraine defends itself against Russia’s invasion, that shared history carries responsibility. Canadians are supporting humanitarian relief and long-term sustainable recovery through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
Kazka Films has shared the following update regarding the Second Wind Canadian Screening Tour:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Kazka Films had to postpone the film screening tour to May in order to preserve the opportunity for all of you to meet our hero in person and ask your questions after the screenings in your cities. Please find the new screening dates below:
UPDATED Screening Dates & Cities: May 3 – Toronto May 4 – Montreal May 5 – Ottawa May 6 – Winnipeg May 7 – Saskatoon May 8 – Regina (virtual Q&A) May 8 – Edmonton May 9 – Calgary May 10 – Vancouver May 10 – Kelowna (virtual Q&A) May 11 – Victoria
We also want to share some exciting news. Ukrainian veteran Vladyslav “Shatya” Shatilo, the hero of the film Second Wind, has received an official invitation from the Toronto Marathon to take part in this year’s race in May. This is one of the largest sporting events in Canada, traditionally attracting significant attention from the media and the global sports community.
For Vladyslav, this is not just participation in a marathon. It is an opportunity to draw attention to Ukrainian veterans, to demonstrate their strength and resilience, and to remind the world about Ukraine through sport, character, and presence on a major international stage. As part of the race, meetings with national media and local running clubs are planned. We believe it is important to allow this opportunity to be fully realized.
In each city, right after the screenings, the audience will have an opportunity to participate in Q&A session with the film co-producer Oleksandr Pedan and the film protagonist Vladyslav “Shatya” Shatilo – a live conversation about the journey, strength, challenges, and what stands behind the story of the film.
The screenings in Canada have a charitable purpose. Proceeds from ticket sales and special charity auctions will be directed to supporting the rehabilitation of Ukrainian veterans through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation, which provides comprehensive physical and mental rehabilitation for Ukrainian heroes.
Thank you to everyone who has already purchased tickets. Your support is a sign of trust, and we truly value it. All purchased tickets remain valid. If you are unable to attend the screening on the new date, please contact us at [email protected], and we will assist you with a ticket refund.
Looking forward to seeing you in movie theatres across Canada in May!
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.
Four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the images that once galvanized Canadians have been overtaken by a constant stream of global crises.
In today’s 24/7 media cycle, attention shifts quickly. But the war has not.
In a message to Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) supporters, former Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine and CUF Board Member Roman Waschuk reflects on why this moment requires renewed focus.
After four years, Ukrainians continue to defend their country against relentless aggression. They have made extraordinary sacrifices. They have amazed the world with their endurance.
But resilience alone is not enough.
The Canada-Ukraine Foundation brings decades of experience working with Ukraine. As a non-governmental organization, CUF can respond quickly to urgent needs while also maintaining a long-term, multi-generational perspective on transformational recovery.
This is not short-term aid. It is sustained partnership.
Recovery powered by Ukrainian resilience and Canadian generosity.
To donate to our Powering urgent recovery campaign using AMEX, PayPal, or Google Pay, please visit our CanadaHelps page.
About the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
Founded in 1995, CUF has a strong track record of providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the areas of healthcare, education and civil society. CUF collaborates with aid providers in Ukraine, Canada, and beyond to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness of your support.
