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What lessons Taiwan is learning from the Russian invasion of Ukraine – National

Canadian veteran Ray Buxton and his Taiwanese wife, Judy, had just moved into their dream home on the southern coast of Taiwan in the summer of 2020 when they heard a deafening roar overhead. “Like a bat of the hell came these two fighter jets,” Buxton recalled. “They ascended up …

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‘Blue Jeans, Burgers and Bevvies’ fundraiser helps Ukrainians settle in Kelowna – Okanagan

With more Ukrainian families moving to Kelowna, B.C., local organizations hope to give them a boost while they get their start in the city. A fundraiser was held Tuesday with the goal of giving back. “Blue jeans, burgers and bevvies” was the theme for a special event Tuesday evening. Hearts …

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Russia summons Canadian diplomat over Joly’s “regime change” statement – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Russia’s Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday it had protested to Canada’s top diplomat in Moscow over comments by Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly about “regime change” in Russia. The ministry said it summoned Canadian charge d’affaires Brian Ebel on Monday and told …

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Craft fairs help Ukrainian newcomers in Winnipeg feel more at home – Winnipeg

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Colorful, meaningful homemade items for sale attracted hundreds of people to a Winnipeg church on Sunday. The craft fair held at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral is much more than just a fair for Ukrainian newcomers in Winnipeg as it helps them …

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EU’s Ursula von der Leyen to promote sustainability, Ukraine aid during Canada visit – National

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in Canada for a short visit aimed at promoting transatlantic ties. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will join von der Leyen at CFB Kingston Tuesday morning to meet with Canadian Armed Forces personnel who have deployed to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees. The …

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A look back at one year of courage, survival and war in Ukraine – National

Thousands dead. Millions forced to flee. Cities and towns reduced to ruins. A world on the brink of deeper conflict. A year after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine, the war on Europe’s doorstep is showing little sign of easing. If anything, Putin’s unwillingness to back down …

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After arriving in Manitoba, Ukrainian family reflects on first anniversary of invasion – Winnipeg

The view outside Lesia Yaroshenko’s home looks much different nearly a year since Russia’s full-scale invasion into Ukraine ripped her family’s life out of place. A horizon filled with deciduous trees dusted by a recent February snowfall now stretches beyond her Winnipeg balcony. “I just had a normal, let’s say, …

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Ukraine seeking Canada’s help to repair rail system ravaged by war – National

Ukraine wants Canada to lend its expertise – and donate crucial railway parts – to keep its embattled passenger and cargo rail system running as landmines and missile strikes threaten to stall the country’s lifeline. The rail system is vital to the war effort, and has been since the first …

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Ukrainian mother given Canada work visa still awaiting approval for 6-year-old son – National

Since packing up a small suitcase and leaving her home in Ukraine with her six-year-old son, Iryna Mishyna has found solace in helping other families in similar situations find some stability. Her own situation, however, is still less than certain. The 35-year-old was granted a temporary visa to work in …

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‘Miracle on ice’: Ukrainian refugees arrive in Quebec City for hockey tournament

A team of preteen Ukrainian refugees that have been scattered across Europe by war arrived Wednesday in Quebec City, where they’ll get the chance to compete in a renowned hockey tournament. The team of 11- and 12-year-olds landed in Montreal before being bused to the provincial capital ahead of next …

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