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Featured Project
On this page a selected CYLC Special Engagement Program (SEP) is highlighted. The CYLC takes great satisfaction in successfully bringing communities together. Via SEPs we facilitate constructive dialogue, strategic planning and community building. Through our projects we bring meaningful change into reality.
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June 16th, 2022
Young Leaders 4 Ukraine
The CYLC hosted its inaugural gala in support of Ukraine, welcoming over 200 guests in-person. The CYLC was also proud to host 50+ Ukrainian-nationals who had recently arrived to Canada alongside our Special Guests:
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His Excellency, the Consul General of Ukraine
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General (ret.) Rick Hillier (fmr. Chief of Defence Staff)
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His Eminence, Bishop Bayda
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President of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (T.O.)
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International and domestic business leaders
*GALLERY BELOW*
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The event was generously sponsored by: Lexus of Oakville; the World Heritage Project; Little Canada; Budds' Chevrolet
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A 19 year-old Ukrainian, forced to flee to Canada, proudly performs the Ukrainian national anthem.
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Over 200 guests co-ordinated their attire to reflect the national colours of Ukraine. The Grand Ball Room was also illuminated in blue and yellow.
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CYLC Founder & National President, Elijah Nikiforuk, announces the initiation of "CURE" (the "Canadian-Ukrainian Relief Effort"), a CYLC Special Engagement Program. CURE made it possible for 50+ recently-arrived Ukrainian-nationals to attend the gala. They enjoyed a four-course meal and a warm welcome to Canada. The evening's festivities enabled the new arrivals to be in community with others and helped to foster positive memories and new friendships.
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Audience learning about the CYLC's Special Engagement Program: "CURE".
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His Eminence, Bishop Bayda of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, prays a blessing over the evening's meal, attendees and the people of Ukraine and Canada.
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His Excellency, the Consul General of Ukraine, delivers a passionate plea for more Western support of Ukraine, urging the audience to not grow numb to the pain Ukrainians are experiencing. He applauds the efforts of young leaders in Canada and around the globe for their steadfast support of Ukrainian youth fighting for their democratic future.
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General (ret.) Hillier, Canada's former Chief of the Defense Staff, and the CYLC's Founder & National President, Elijah Nikiforuk. General (ret.) Hillier was the Keynote Speaker and flew into the GTA from Ottawa to support the CYLC's event.
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General (ret.) Hillier awarded Elijah Nikiforuk with a Commander's Medallion for Leadership. Personalized, one side commemorates General (ret.) Hillier's time as Canada's Chief of the Defense Staff, bearing his signature. The other side bears an engraving of the Vimy Ridge Memorial.
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The CYLC's Founder and National President in discussion with other
members of the Head Table.
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The children of Ukrainian-nationals were also welcomed to join in the evening's festivities. For many of them, the gala's dessert course was the highlight. The CYLC also organized for child-care to be provided as an option for parents.
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Dessert course - Molten Lava Cake. Served with fresh peppermint and strawberry slices.
