Okanagan efforts to support Ukraine continue with donations, equipment
Global News
Kelowna Stands With Ukraine has now made a new Facebook group called Kelowna Ukrainian Refugees.
A local Ukrainian group is continuing its efforts in supporting Ukraine during the ongoing Russian invasion.
Kelowna Stands With Ukraine has now made a new Facebook group called Kelowna Ukrainian Refugees.
“The idea is, we have so many local people asking how they can help refugees, both with accommodation and donations, also helping to find jobs,” said Denys Storozhuk, Kelowna Stands With Ukraine’s organizer.
“And we have plenty of Ukrainians asking about Kelowna and coming to Canada, as well.“
One of Denys Storozhuk’s friends, who is a Kelowna resident, has arrived in Ukraine and joined the Ukrainian military to help defend the country.
“It’s emotional. He could not just sit here and wait,” said Storozhuk.
“He believes that every drop counts. He has some military background. He believes every person can make the difference to break the Russian invasion.“
The man, whose identity is being withheld for his safety, sent a video back to Canada from his arrival in Poland. In it, he thanked all the Canadians who not only outfitted him with military gear, but also sent him with five large bags full of essential military and medical supplies.