Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce

Four Years. One Unbreakable Nation.

Today marks four years since russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Four years of heartbreak and loss.
Four years of destruction aimed at breaking a nation.
Four years of courage that has inspired the world.

Ukraine continues to face relentless attacks on its cities, its energy infrastructure, and its people. Families remain separated. Communities rebuild under the constant shadow of war.

Through fire, through darkness, through bitter cold — Ukraine stands firm.

It stands because of the bravery of its defenders.
It stands because of the resilience of its citizens.
It stands because partners around the world understand that Ukraine’s fight is a fight for freedom, sovereignty, and the rules-based international order.

At Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, we have witnessed the extraordinary resilience of Ukrainian businesses that continue to operate, innovate, and lead — even under the harshest conditions of war. Entrepreneurs, manufacturers, technology leaders, and exporters are keeping Ukraine’s economy moving forward. Economic resilience is national resilience.

As we mark this solemn anniversary, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening Canada–Ukraine partnerships and mobilizing private sector leadership to support Ukraine’s long-term recovery.

We stand with Ukraine — today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes.

Залишилося лише три дні до спеціального благодійного показу документального фільму "My Dear Theo" в Торонто! Деталі кінопоказу: 📅 23 лютого 📍 Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1Y3 ⏰ Двері відчиняються: 6:00 PM ⏰ Початок показу: 7:00 PM Фільм буде транслюватись українською мовою з англомовними субтитрами. 🎟 Квитки за посиланням: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/my-dear-theo-special-film-screening-toronto-tickets-1982309025658 Цей біографічний документальний фільм розповідає історію надзвичайної мужності та любові матері. У лютому 2023 року режисерка Аліса Коваленко виконала свою обіцянку і вступила до Збройних Сил України, щоб захищати свою країну. Вона залишила затишок свого дому заради суворої реальності війни, обмінявши камеру на гвинтівку, але навіть на передовій продовжувала знімати. “My Dear Theo” — це не просто хроніка війни. Це глибоко особистий відеощоденник, адресований її синові Тео — історія болю, надії та безмежної любові. Крізь обстріли та виснажливі зміни Аліса зафіксувала доказ того, що любов сильніша за страх і смерть. ⚡️ Спеціальний показ в Торонто присвячений четвертій річниці повномасштабного вторгнення росії в Україну. Усі кошти, отримані від продажу квитків, будуть використані на нагальні енергетичні потреби України. ⚡️ Ваша присутність — це акт солідарності та реальна підтримка українського народу в боротьбі за майбутнє. 🎬 Не пропустіть цей інтимний і потужний документальний фільм.

Join us this coming Monday!

Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce is honored to support a special film screening dedicated to the fourth anniversary of russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine — a time to reflect, stand in solidarity, and reaffirm our support for the people of Ukraine.

🎬 “My Dear Theo” by director Alisa Kovalenko is an intimate and deeply moving documentary — a video diary addressed to her son, filmed after she joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine in February 2022. Between shellings and exhausting shifts, she captured pain, hope, and boundless love — proving that love is stronger than fear and death.

📅 Monday, February 23
📍 Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
⏰ Doors Open: 6:00 PM | Screening: 7:00 PM
🎟 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/my-dear-theo-special-film-screening-toronto-tickets-1982309025658?aff=oddtdtcreator

⚡ All proceeds from ticket sales will support urgent energy needs in Ukraine.

We hope to see you there. 💙💛

You are cordially invited by the Consul General of Ukraine in Toronto, Oleh Nikolenko, to attend a special charity screening of the documentary film “My Dear Theo,” dedicated to the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Screening details: 📅 February 23 📍 Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1Y3 ⏰ Doors Open: 6:00 PM ⏰ Screening Start: 7:00 PM 🎟 Get tickets or make a donation via the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/my-dear-theo-special-film-screening-toronto-tickets-1982309025658?aff=fbpost

MEGA RALLY – Stand With Ukraine – 4 Years Strong

Toronto’s Global Action Event
📍 This Sunday | 🕒 3:00 PM

Four years of resilience. Four years of courage. Four years of standing up for freedom.

We are calling on our community to come together — families, friends, colleagues — to demonstrate unwavering support for Ukraine and to urge the international community to provide the air defence systems Ukraine needs to defeat russia’s aggression and restore stability and peace to Europe.

Today, more than ever, the world needs to see that Canada still Stands With Ukraine. Our voices matter. Our presence matters. Showing up matters.

United we Stand!

This morning, Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce had the honour of hosting a CUCC Member Breakfast with His Excellency Andrii Plakhotniuk, Ambassador of Ukraine to Canada.

It was an engaging discussion, where each CUCC member had the opportunity to introduce themselves and share their work in Ukraine and in support of Ukraine, with a strong emphasis on advancing Canada–Ukraine trade and investment relations. The conversation highlighted how Canadian businesses are actively contributing on the ground and how expanded trade, investment, and commercial partnerships can play a critical role in Ukraine’s resilience, recovery, and long-term growth.

Ambassador Plakhotniuk shared key priorities for Ukraine at this pivotal moment and underscored the importance of deepening economic cooperation, mobilizing the private sector, and creating new opportunities for bilateral trade.

We sincerely thank Ambassador Plakhotniuk for his time and thoughtful engagement, and the Embassy of Ukraine in Canada / Посольство України в Канаді for their continued partnership, cooperation, and support.

Strong partnerships and open dialogue are essential to unlocking new trade opportunities and supporting Ukraine’s economic resilience 🇺🇦🇨🇦

New Member Alert!

New Member Alert!

We are delighted to welcome МХП as a new member of the Canada–Ukraine Chamber of Commerce.

MHP is an international agri-food company producing high-quality, healthy food products and operating across the full value chain—from agriculture and logistics to food production and retail. With manufacturing facilities in Ukraine and South-Eastern Europe, subsidiaries across the UK, EU, and the Middle East, and exports to over 80 global markets, MHP is recognized by WattPoultry as one of the world’s Top-10 and Europe’s leading poultry producers.

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Kyiv, MHP employs more than 36,000 people globally and plays a key role in strengthening Ukraine’s agri-food sector.

We are delighted to have MHP join the CUCC community and look forward to working together to advance Canada–Ukraine business cooperation.

On Friday, January 23, CUCC—together with UCPBA of Toronto and Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців —hosted a closed-door fireside chat at Ukrainian Canadian Art Foundation - KUMF Gallery in Toronto featuring Сергій Притула, Founder of the Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation, Oleksandr Yarmak, Senior Lieutenant of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and Commander of the Darknode UAS Battalion (412th “Nemesis” Brigade), Paul Grod, President of the Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців, moderated by Roman Waschuk, Business Ombudsman in Ukraine. The event took place as a side event of the One United Fundraiser (Єдинозбір) 2026 North American Tour.

As the war in Ukraine becomes increasingly technology-driven, drone and counter-drone systems are critical to protecting civilians and infrastructure, with Ukrainian innovation emerging as one of the most vital lines of defense.

The One United Fundraiser aims to raise 1 billion UAH to support smart drone interceptor systems and critical equipment. With nearly 198 million UAH already raised in Ukraine, momentum continues to build globally.

This leadership-focused gathering created a trusted space for candid discussion, firsthand insights into wartime innovation, and meaningful engagement between Canada’s Ukrainian business community and leaders. $178,000 was raised during the event in support of Ukraine’s defense and resilience.

The evening served as a moment to reaffirm Canada’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s defense and rebuilding efforts.

#Єдинозбір

As Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid amid life-threatening winter temperatures, millions of civilians are being left without heat or electricity.

Following an urgent call from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, the Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців (UWC) has launched an emergency fundraising drive to help Ukrainians survive one of the harshest winters of the war. Entire cities — including Kyiv — are facing freezing darkness as civilian energy infrastructure continues to be deliberately targeted.

On January 20 alone, more than 5,600 apartment buildings in Kyiv were left without heat or power. Across the country, energy workers are risking their lives to restore electricity under constant threat.

The need is urgent!

Every donation matters — providing heat for families, light for hospitals, and power for communities.

👉 Donate now and help save lives in Ukraine’s darkest hours.

https://www.ukrainianworldcongress.org/uwc-launches-emergency-fundraiser-as-ukraine-endures-extreme-cold-amid-relentless-russian-assaults/

UWC launches emergency fundraiser as Ukraine endures cold As Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine’s energy grid and temperatures plunge to life‑threatening lows, the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) has launched an emergency fundraising drive to help Ukrainians survive one of the harshest winters of the war.

New Member Alert!

We are pleased to welcome Werhun Solutions as a new member of the Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce!

Werhun Solutions specializes in Canadian customs and international trade law, providing tailored legal solutions for small and medium-sized businesses navigating today’s complex and ever-changing cross-border environment.

What sets Werhun Solutions apart is their commitment to truly understanding each client’s needs and crafting customized, practical strategies—both to prevent cross-border challenges and to resolve issues when they arise. Their team is passionate about delivering top-tier legal services at accessible prices, helping businesses grow with confidence.

Whether you are expanding internationally or protecting long-established cross-border relationships, Werhun Solutions works collaboratively with business advisors—including accountants, customs brokers, and corporate counsel—to ensure no piece of the puzzle is missing.

🔗 Learn more about Werhun Solutions: https://werhun.ca/

Welcome to CUCC, Werhun Solutions!

New Member Announcement!

We are delighted to welcome Art Fresh, Inc., a multi-award-winning creative marketing agency that builds brands the market can’t ignore — and can’t replace. With a sharp focus on strategic brand development, Art Fresh helps ambitious companies stand out in competitive markets and turn visibility into measurable growth.

From brand identity and packaging to advertising and digital experiences, everything Art Fresh creates is designed to move the market and drive results. Backed by 20+ years of international experience across European and North American markets, their team partners with startups, scaling businesses, and global organizations to transform complex challenges into clear, high-impact brand and growth strategies.

Art Fresh is proud to join the Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, bringing strategic thinking, creative leadership, and brand-building expertise to our dynamic cross-border business community.

👉 Learn more: www.art-fresh.ca

We’re excited to have you as part of CUCC and look forward to collaborating!

Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce congratulates The Honourable Chrystia Freeland on her appointment as Economic Development Adviser to Ukraine by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

A highly respected leader and consummate professional, Ms. Freeland has long demonstrated principled leadership, deep economic expertise, and an unwavering commitment to Ukraine. We were honoured to welcome her as a keynote speaker at the Rebuild Ukraine Business Conference this past December, where her insights resonated strongly with the business and policy community.

Her appointment comes at a pivotal moment, and we are confident her experience and dedication will make a meaningful contribution to Ukraine’s economic recovery and long-term prosperity.

Link to Chrystia Freeland's keynote speech at the Rebuild Ukraine Business Conference:

🔗 https://youtu.be/rTP0pWSnQUI