Kelowna to host solidarity rally in support of Ukraine on Sunday afternoon
Global News
"We want to show to the world and Russia that Kelowna is for Ukraine,” said organizer Denys Storozhuk.
Two days after organizing an impromptu rally for Ukraine on Thursday, Denys Storozhuk of Kelowna says he’s holding another gathering on Sunday.
The rally will take place in front of city hall in Kelowna at 2 p.m.
Storozhuk said around 70 people attended Thursday’s rally in front of city hall despite short notice that it was happening.
He’s hoping that by giving notice one day ahead, a larger crowd will attend on Sunday afternoon.
“We had more people turn out (Thursday) than I expected,” Storozhuk told Global News on Saturday afternoon. “There was basically no warning of the gathering — same as the attack on Ukraine.
“We had this idea a few hours before (the rally) and I was happy to see so many people come.”
Storozhuk said reasons to attend Sunday’s rally include showing solidarity for Ukraine, and how being present can be comforting for those distressed by Russia’s invasion.
“We want to show to the world and Russia that Kelowna is for Ukraine,” he said.
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