Featuring Edward Burtynsky and the Honourable Chrystia Freeland
On June 11, over 250 business and community leaders gathered in Toronto for the 4th Annual Bay Street Fundraising Brunch.
This year’s event was hosted by Bert Clark, Roman Dubczak, Tim Griffin and Anastasia Elia alongside Thomas Robson, raising over $400,000 for the Canada-Ukraine Foundation to support Ukrainians facing unimaginable hardship.
“Over the past four years, the Bay Street fundraising events have raised approximately $1.5 million for CUF, a testament to the generosity and commitment of this community,” said Bert Clark, Event Co-Chair.
“While Ukrainians are fighting for their lives and culture against the Russian oppressors, it is important to keep the issue top of mind with the general public and Bay Street in particular. The Brunch has been a positive way to do that and we are very grateful for the heartwarming support we have received,” noted Tim Griffin, Event Co-Chair.
“The proceeds from today’s brunch will support CUF’s medical projects, including programs to increase Ukraine’s clinical and ICU capacity, as well as infection control and other essential needs. Thank you for helping us make this happen,” added Valeriy Kostyuk, Executive Director of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation.
Guests were treated to a compelling conversation with Edward Burtynsky, internationally renowned contemporary photographer, moderated by the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Economic Advisor to the President of Ukraine and former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Canada. The discussion explored the situation in Ukraine, while also offering guests insight into Burtynsky’s Ukrainian heritage and artistic career.
The Canada-Ukraine Foundation extends its sincere thanks to CIBC, the presenting sponsor, as well as to the Bay Street Fundraising Brunch hosts and all table sponsors and additional sponsors whose generous support made this event possible.
To relive the highlights of the event, we invite you to view the photo gallery here.
Together, we are proving that Canada’s support for Ukraine remains strong. Your contribution can help sustain critical humanitarian and medical initiatives delivered through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation and its partners on the ground in Ukraine. Help us continue this work.
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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.