rallying in support of Ukraine and democracy!
Join us in rallying in support of Ukraine and democracy!
We will be gathering at the BC Legislature for a series of musical performances and speakers! Bring flags, signs, and other visible signs of your support for Ukraine!
Program Schedule
"British Columbians Standing with Ukraine"
Choirs, Musicians and Performers for a Peaceful World
On the steps and lawn of the BC Legislature
12:30 Opening
• MC Peter Scales.
• "Peace and Prayer Ceremony" with Elder Dianne Sam, the Ukrainian Catholic Priest (name?) and the Revd Ansley Tucker (Dean of Christ Church Cathedral).
The Songhees Nation Dancers apologized, they could not come due to previous engagements.
• National Anthems of Canada and Ukraine (Luna Ukrainian ensemble and others).
• Professor Serhy Yekelchyk representing the Ukrainian community addresses all of us gathered here in solidarity with Ukraine.
12:40 Tatiana Kostour (violin)
12:45 Luna Ukrainian Ensemble
1:00 Raging Grannies
1:15 Balkan Babes
1:30 Kalyna Choir
1:45 Sandee Mitchell (singer)
2:00 Saanich International Folk Dancers
2:30 Trailblazer Dance Group
3:00 Gettin' Higher Choir
3:30 Thomas Redcliffe (guitarist / singer)
3:45 Circle Dance
4:00 Closing by Peter Scales
• Ukrainian Anthem (Recording)