Are there any Ukrainian gatherings in Calgary?
The Ukrainian community in Calgary is one of the most active in Canada. Every week and every month, dozens of events of various formats take place here — from informal “coffee after service” to large festivals and business networking events. Below is a detailed overview of regular and seasonal meetings and tips on how to follow the calendar and get involved.
1. Where to find the event calendar
| Source | What you will find | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Community Calendar UCC-Calgary | Official collection of all community announcements | https://calgaryucc.ca/community-calendar |
| Telegram @UAnewcomers_StStephens | Job openings, charity gatherings, volunteer requests | Search Telegram by channel name |
| Facebook Calgary4Ukraine | Rally dates, humanitarian center needs | https://facebook.com/calgary4ukraine |
| Instagram @yycukrainianmarket | Monthly food fairs and craft markets | https://instagram.com/yycukrainianmarket |
Tip: bookmark these pages — organizers update information daily.
2. Regular meetings (weekly/monthly)
| Event | Format | When | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Agape Coffee | Informal coffee after Liturgy | Every Sunday, 12:00 p.m. | St Vladimir’s, St Stephen’s, Assumption |
| Community Updates (UCC-Calgary) | Project presentations, Q&A | Last Wednesday of the month, 7:00 p.m. | 409 9 Ave NE |
| UCPBA Business Mixer | Speed networking, speakers | First Friday of the month, 6:30 p.m. | Downtown restaurants (location varies) |
| YYC Ukrainian Food & Culture Market | Gastro and craft fair | Once a month, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Various locations in SE/SW |
| Calgary4Ukraine Volunteer Night | Volunteer shift assignment | 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. | Centre for Newcomers |
| Ukrainians in YYC Conversation Club | Live Ukrainian + games | Every Saturday, 4:00 p.m. | Central Library (3rd floor) |
| Barvinok / Tryzub rehearsals | Open rehearsals, recruitment of new members | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. | Tuxedo Park Hall |
3. Seasonal and annual events
| Event | When | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary Ukrainian Festival | First weekend in June | 8,000–10,000 visitors; 300+ volunteers |
| Ukrainian Carol Festival | Mid-December | 12 choirs; charity fundraiser |
| St Vladimir’s Zabava | September | Autumn ball + dance performances |
| Pysanka Exhibition & Auction | Lent | art auction in support of Ukraine |
| UCC Gala & Hetman Awards | March | awards for community leaders |
4. Special meetings in 2024–25
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Meeting with the President of Ukraine
June 17, 2025 — audience of 10 diaspora leaders with Volodymyr Zelenskyy after the G7 summit. - Consular services on the road June 8–9, 2025 — passport and certificate processing by the Consulate General of Ukraine in Edmonton.
- Rallies at City Hall
Every Friday at 6 p.m. starting in February 2022; organized by the UCC Youth Council.
5. How to become a participant or volunteer
- Fill out the form on Calgary4Ukraine (calgary4ukraine.com) — select a role: “volunteer drivers,” “warehouse assistant,” “ESL tutor,” etc.
- Subscribe to the UCC-Calgary newsletter — an event calendar is sent out every Monday.
- Add your event to the Community Calendar at calgaryucc.ca (click “Submit Event”; publication within 24–48 hours).
- Register as a volunteer for the Calgary Ukrainian Festival — the form opens every year in February.
- Come to Agape Coffee after Liturgy — an easy way to meet activists.
6. Frequently asked questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I need to register for Sunday Agape coffee? | No, just come to the volunteer table and introduce yourself. |
| How much does it cost to attend the Business Mixer? | $20 for guests; free for UCPBA members. |
| Are there events for teenagers? | Yes: UNYF (ages 12–17) hosts movie nights and hikes every month. |
| Where can I find information about protests/rallies? | Telegram channel @YYC4UA and Facebook page Calgary Maidan. |
Conclusion
Yes, Ukrainians in Calgary meet regularly:
- Every week — coffee after service, conversation clubs, group rehearsals;
- Monthly — business mixers, food fairs, volunteer evenings;
- Annually — a large festival, a gala concert of carolers, charity events;
- Special events — visits by distinguished guests, consular services, solidarity rallies.
Join us through our official calendars, social media, and live meetings, and you will quickly become part of one of the most active Ukrainian communities in Canada.