Born in Vyshyvanka Program
If a person is spared from trouble and misfortune, Ukrainians say they were "born with a shirt on." But if newborn Ukrainians come into the world overseas, far from their Homeland, then their shirt must be embroidered – Vyshyvanka.
Vyshyvanka Day on Parliament Hill
A Vyshyvanka Day reception showcasing a stunning exhibition of traditional embroidered clothing and Rushnyky, featuring pieces from both local collections and those saved from destroyed museums in the liberated territories of Ukraine.
Canada-Ukraine Twin Cities Initiative
Established in 2022 in response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the goal of this initiative is to build meaningful partnerships between Canadian and Ukrainian municipalities by facilitating formal twinning agreements and long-term cooperation.
Every year on Vyshyvanka Day, Vyshyvanka ribbons are being distributed to all Members of Parliament, Senators, Members of Provincial and Territorial Assemblies, and City Councillors all across Canada.
Our team regularly initiates petitions that advocate for the interests of Ukrainians in Canada. These petitions are sponsored and presented by Members of Parliament in the House of Commons.
Our team founded the Vyshyvanka Parade in Toronto, which proceeds from Jane and Bloor to High Park. Every year, thousands of people participate in this annual event, which is now organized by the UCC-Toronto.
Vyshyvanka Channel was a news and information platform designed to improve the media environment of the Ukrainian community by introducing new ideas and engaging formats. Over the course of two years, more than 40 episodes were produced.
Our team encouraged auto enthusiasts in Toronto to come together and organize auto rallies for Vyshyvanka Day. Each year, dozens of cars, bikes, trucks, and RVs took part in the event.
Over the years, we have organized local and national flash mobs that united Ukrainian communities—connecting them in person and online.
Our team recognized the Ukrainian community’s need to purchase new vyshyvankas and gifts for Canadian friends ahead of Vyshyvanka Day events, and organized a free fair to meet that demand.
2017-2018
If a person is spared from trouble and misfortune, Ukrainians say they were "born with a shirt on." But if newborn Ukrainians come into the world overseas, far from their Homeland, then their shirt must be embroidered – Vyshyvanka.
A Vyshyvanka Day reception showcasing a stunning exhibition of traditional embroidered clothing and Rushnyky, featuring pieces from both local collections and those saved from destroyed museums in the liberated territories of Ukraine.