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Federal grant helps Ukrainian arrivals in Thompson Okanagan

In 2025, the Thompson Okanagan chapter of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress secured funding from the Canada-Ukraine Foundation’s Wellness Program to assist newly arrived local newcomers.
This grant built upon earlier federal support aimed at helping Ukrainians escaping the conflict that began in February 2022 by enabling their entry into Canada through the special travel initiative known as CUAET.
The Wellness Program is designed primarily for women and children needing trauma counselling, and includes financial help for transportation and childcare during sessions.
Andrea Malysh, president of UCC TO in Vernon, explained that the Wellness Program primarily assists women and children who need trauma counseling, offering help such as funding for transportation to appointments and childcare during therapy sessions.
Thousands of newcomers have made the Thompson Okanagan Region their home and are contributing to the local communities, while UCC TO continues to gather donations for humanitarian aid supporting those affected by ongoing Russian aggression.

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