Local Ukrainian volunteer organization to mark grim anniversary
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It’s been nearly two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, but the war is far from over.
It’s been nearly two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, but the war is far from over.
According to Ukrainian Canadian Volunteers Association, Russian soldiers invaded Ukrainian Crimea 10 years ago Tuesday and in four days it will be two years since the full-scale invasion.
“Today is such a day and Ukrainian people are still fighting for freedom, justice and peace and we support as much as we can,” said Ukrainian Canadian Volunteers Association member Svitlana Shkyn.
“Canada is my home, and I am very proud to be here. It is my permanent home; it is also a temporary home for so many Ukrainian families, including my immediate family as well here in Penticton.”
The association does not know exactly how many Ukrainian refugees have settled in the Okanagan but according to Shkyn there are a lot.
Liuba Reiko fled Ukraine with her youngest son just over a year ago and is now living in Penticton. Rieko says she fears for the rest of her family’s safety as they are still in Ukraine.
“I won’t be able to rest as I am worried too much until the war is over,” said Reiko.
“Every day I talk to my parents and mom and when they tell me that there are rockets above their house it is really hard to hear that and I am really worried for their safety.”
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