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| Ukrainian Canadian Congress Saskatchewan Provincial Council 1219 8thSt E Saskatoon SK S7H 0S5 Phone: (306) 652-5850 Toll-free: 888-652-5850 Fax: (306) 665-2127 E-mail: uccspc@ucc.sk.ca |
Holodomor
75th Anniversary Commemoration of the Famine-Genocide |
International Year of Languages United Nations Proclamation |
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NewsHolodomor: Praying to end famines
Battleford’s Ukrainian Day Camp
Holodomor Torch in North Battleford: photos
Holodomor Recognition
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April 18, 2008 -- The International Remembance Flame will be in North Battleford on Wednesday, April 30 at North Battleford City Hall, 12 NOON. Hosted by the BUCCC; contact Paul 446-0848 (daytime), Jennie 446-3731 (evening). Canadian itinerary including details for the flame's visit to four Saskatchewan centres: Details |
Employment Opportunity: Summer teaching position for 1 week in North Battleford
January 24, 2008 -- The Battleford's Ukrainian Cultural Council holds a Ukrainian Language and Culture Day Camp every summer for children 5-11 years old... The majority of the students do not speak Ukrainian; however, there has been a recent immigration of Ukrainian families to the area, which may result in some native speakers at the camp. Details
Moleben & film presentation to remember victims of Holodomor -- Famine-Genocide in Ukraine 1932-33
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Under the auspices of the BUCCC, a moleben service honouring the victims will take place at the Slawa Centre on Saturday, November 18 at 4:30 p.m. with celebrants Fr. Janko Kolosnjaji and Fr. Taras Udod. A half-hour film will also be shown. Seven million Ukrainians were starved to death in the breadbasket of Europe
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Battleford’s Ukrainian Day Camp
For Children aged 6-12 years July 17 - 21, 2006 Program: Learning Ukrainian Culture through games, crafts, songs, language and dance. Location: Slawa Centre 792 108th Street, North Battleford Cost: $65/child (Less than Day Care) Contact: 306-446-3731, 306-445-6411, 306-446-0283 Sponsored by: Battlefords Ukrainian Cultural Council
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Activity from November 2004 - February 2005
March 4, 2005 -- Membership: 25 individuals Next meeting: March 13, 2005 Held "Freedom in Ukraine" rally on December 7, 2004. Prayer service led by priests from both Ukrainian parishes. Featured speakers, multimedia presentation depicting events in Ukraine with local press in attendance. Malanka sponsored by Svoboda Dancers was sold-out. Freedom in Ukraine -- a review was presented February 20, 2005 by three election observers from North Battleford, formerly of N.B. and Saskatoon. Meeting with Western Development Museum to discuss installation of an automated descriptive speaker into the Ukrainian House and the Orthodox church. Donated $200 scholarship to Svoboda Dance Festival Association; dance competition takes place April 14-17. Planned activities include: Taras Shevchenko film on March 13, 2005, video nights, barbecue fundraiser at Co-op with Ukrainian seniors, Ukrainian Day Camp July 18-22, 2005. A community choir is starting up in April under the direction of Marusia Kobrynsky. Baba & Gido Dinner Theatre and Dance on April 1 & 2, 2005 is being sponsored by the Ukrainian Catholic Parish of All Saints at North Battleford. Under the direction of Marusia Kobrynsky. |
BUCCC Ukrainian Christmas Draw
| Draw date January 5, 2005. Tickets $2 (Lottery # L04-41NB) 1st Prize: Christmas Food Hamper -- Turkey, Ham, Kubasa, Cabbage Rolls & Pyrohy ($125 value) 2nd Prize: Rustic Willow Bird House ($50 value) 3rd Prize: Christmas Cushion ($25 value) Contact (306) 446-0283 • e-mail |
Holodomor -- 71st Anniversary
Famine-Genocide in Ukraine 1932-33
| Seven million Ukrainians were starved to death in the breadbasket of Europe
-BUCCC, November 2004 |
Paul Kardynal new President of BUCCC
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Annual Report
May 8, 2004 —
- Members of the Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council (BUCCC) attended the performance of Madrigaia, a female choir from Winnipeg. This group sings multicultural songs without music which was held November 14, 2003 in North Battleford.
- On November 26, 2003 at the Slawa Centre (Ukrainian Senior Citizens Hall) some members of BUCCC and a couple of guests viewed a film on Famine Genocide called “Harvest of Despair” to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of forced famine in Ukraine. On December 7, 2003 a memorial service was held in the Ukrainian Orthodox Church to commemorate the Famine of Ukraine.
- December 13, 2003 UCC-SPC held a Board meeting in North Battleford at the Best Canadian Inn meeting room. Senator Raynell Andreychuk was guest speaker at the noon luncheon. Her speech included for support in government and she spoke on the upcoming elections in Ukraine. Presentations from the President Walter Podiluk and Executive Director Marie Prebushewski of Prairie Grassroots Vision International Inc. on the update of PGVI work being done with Pukliaki Collective Farms in agricultural reform in the Khmelnytsky Oblast of Ukraine. PGVI currently is searching partnerships to join them.
- Facilitator Slawko Kindrachuk from Saskatoon did a one-hour presentation on strategic planning process.
- Dinner at “My Friend’s Place” raised quite a chuckle as it is actually the name of a restaurant in Battleford as well as the owner was an enjoyable host. The Mediterranean meal was very delicious and appetizing. Board members then returned to the Meeting Room where BUCCC hosted a Social Evening with a few guests which included the mayor of North Battleford – His Worship Julian Sadlowski was in attendance. Father Janko Kolosnjaji, Parish Priest of the Ukrainian Catholic church led us in singing Ukrainian Christmas carols. The evening concluded with coffee and lunch. Although the weather was cold, it was an enjoyable evening.
- BUCCC donated $200 in awards to Svoboda Ukrainian Dance Festival which was held in April 2004 and was presented by the President Jennie Penzie to Svoboda Dancers.
- Plans are currently underway to have another BBQ at the Co-Op Mall parking lot on June 24, 25 & 26, 2004.
- Another week-long Ukrainian Cultural Day Camp is planned for July 26 to 30, 2004 in North Battleford at the Slawa Centre. It is an educational and fun-filled week for children ages 6 to 12 years with two very talented instructors. It will be an enjoyable week – believe me!
- Karen Pidskalny was in North Battleford on April 21, 2004 at the Slawa Centre. Karen is the Project Coordinator for Saskatchewan Ukrainian Historical Society and its founding conference, entitled “In Baba’s Trunk.” She talked to the local Ukrainian citizens about history that is waiting to be recorded and shared because all too soon it may be lost forever.
- BUCCC Annual Supper meeting and a general meeting is to be held on May 10, 2004 at Venice House Restaurant. Please attend, bring friends, and join our membership in this worthwhile organization. See you there!
Have a wonderful summer holiday!
History
BATTLEFORDS UKRAINIAN CANADIAN CULTURAL COUNCIL
The Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council was formed in 1976.
The seed for the Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council was sown in 1975 during a conversation between John Stratychuk, President of the Provincial Council of the Ukrainian Canadian Committee (UCC) and the UCC North Battleford branch President Alex Balych.
At the time, the UCC was a body formed by representatives of Ukrainian organizations such as the Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood, the Ukrainian Self-Reliance League, the Ukrainian National Federation, Ukrainian Veterans, League for the Liberation of Ukraine, etc. That not all the founding Ukrainian organizations existed in North Battleford prevented the local UCC branch from operating along constitutional guidelines.
However, many people felt they should be affiliated with the highly respected national body of the UCC, but were at a loss as to how this could come about. The Provincial Council took steps to try and evaluate the situation and, along with interested local people, come up with a solution.
On August 4, 1976, at a meeting with about 125 people in the Chamber
of Commerce auditorium, John Stratychuk presented the possibility
of creating an organization of interested Ukrainians instead of
representatives from Ukrainian organizations. At a subsequent meeting
held in the auditorium of the Greek Orthodox Church on August 18,
1976, Mr. Stratychuk explained that the head office in Winnipeg
suggested that a coordinating council or multicultural committee
could be formed to represent UCC in that community. Mr. Stratychuk
proposed that a council be formed with a name to be registered with
UCC in Winnipeg and with paid-up membership fees.
A motion was made for the name of the new organization to be Battlefords
Ukrainian Canadian Co-ordinating Council.
It was further agreed to have a nominating committee comprised of two members from each church and three members at large to pick an Executive.
After a meeting later that month, the Nominating Committee decided on a slate of Officers to be presented at the next general meeting in late September. The slate of officers was presented as:
President- Pearl Balych
Vice-Pres - 1. Eugene Kucey, 2. Orest Woytiuk 3. Nestor Kowalsky
Secretary - Nancy Bobick
Treasurer - Sophia Choma
Program - Jane Lasiuk, Jennie Porochnavy, Sophia Tkatchuk
In October and November, meetings were held at the Chamber of Commerce. John Stratychuk attended to help establish a constitution and to alter the name to Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council.
The Constitution was reread, amended and given to Mr. Stratychuk in January 1977 to take to Saskatoon to the Provincial Council to review.
At a general meeting on February 9, 1977 with 40 members present, the constitution was unanimously accepted. A membership fee was established at $5.00 per person; $10.00 per family $25.00 per organization.
The constitution was presented to UCC National on Feb. 26, 1977. At the June 1977 Annual Meeting held at the Chamber of Commerce, three letters read from Winnipeg, recognizing the Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council as members of UCC. Funds of the former UCC branch North Battleford were transferred to Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council.
New BUCCC Executive:
President - Eugene Kucey
Vice-Pres. - 1. William Lewchuk, 2. Jean Sternig 3. Julian Sadlowski
Treasurer - Sophia Choma
Secretary (Ukrainian) - Vesper Bilokury, (English) - Nancy Bobick.
UCC Provincial Council congratulated the residents of North Battleford for this step forward and wished them the best progress. Alex Balych was appointed as BUCCC representative to the Provincial Executive.
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Contact Information
2220 Douglas Ave North Battleford SK S9A 3M3 • (306) 446-0283 • e-mail
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President: Paul Kardynal Past President: Jennie Penzie Secretary: Audrey Langhorst Treasurer: Evelyn Kardynal Auditors: Sally Mischuk & Kay Markewich |