Manitobans set to support Ukraine with rallies on one-year anniversary
Global News
It's been one year to the day since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and Ukrainian organizations in Manitoba continue to support those left behind in a war zone.
It’s been one year to the day since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and Ukrainian organizations in Manitoba continue to support those left behind in a war zone.
Rallies and other events commemorating the anniversary are happening across Canada Friday, and in Manitoba, large crowds are expected to brave the cold and gather at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg.
“It’s been an extraordinary year. No one expected this … so the community has really stepped up to put things in place to support Ukraine, to support the people fleeing,” said Demyan Hyworon of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress.
“There’s a rally at the human rights museum at the Forks. It’s at 6 p.m., and we’re commemorating a year of resistance from Ukraine, of fighting back and being successful.
“We really encourage as many people to come out as possible. This shows everyone — it shows our government — how we’re standing in solidarity.”
Hyworon told Global News that despite temperatures in the -20s, the cold shouldn’t be a deterrent, as the museum — which is free Friday after 5 p.m. — will be open to provide warming and bathroom facilities.
“It’s a perfect opportunity to take the whole family and participate in the rally … and look at a great museum,” he said.
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