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Registration is now open for the Shumka School of Dance 2026–2027 Season. The Shumka School of dance provides classes in Ukrainian regional, character, Royal Academy of Dance ballet and Shumka-style training to youth ages three and up. Students receive structured progressive training from accomplished and supportive instructors, building the essential foundation for youth to discover… Continue reading Shumka School of Dance 2026-27 Season
Join the Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre (URDC) and the Alberta Local and International Education Association (ALIEA) at MacEwan University for a special prescreening of "Gene", a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of Hon. Gene Zwozdesky and his lasting impact on Edmonton and Alberta. Gene Zwozdesky was an outstanding politician and an active member… Continue reading “Gene” – a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of the Honourable Gene Zwozdesky
AGM/Awards Appreciation Event
In 2026, the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies at the University of Alberta will mark the fiftieth anniversary of its founding. To celebrate this milestone, CIUS will host an international symposium, Recentring the Humanities: Ukraine and the World. The symposium will (re)consider the place of Ukraine, Ukrainians worldwide, and Ukrainian studies in a rapidly changing… Continue reading Recentring the Humanities: Ukraine and the World International Symposium
Edmonton’s own Axios Men’s Ensemble, in celebration of their historic Juno award, for Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble) for the recording of their Ukrainian War Requiem, has announced a national tour of nine Canadian cities this November. Composed by two-time Grammy-Nominated Benedict Sheehan, this monumental choral work spans 12 impactful movements that seamlessly blend modern… Continue reading Benedict Sheehan’s ‘Ukrainian War Requiem’ — The National Tour
Founded in February of 1912, the Edmonton United Service Institute was established to help raise awareness about national defence topics among ALL Canadians by conducting educational presentations, events, and symposiums. Annually we host a defence and security symposium open to the public to educate the community on defence and security matters. This year, our symposium… Continue reading Annual Defence and Security Symposium
An annual Christmas tradition, Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyrical nature of classical movement with the strength and power of Ukrainian character dance, leaving audiences exhilarated and entertained. The cast of over 70 features Shumka dancers, youth from the Shumka School of Dance, and beautiful voices from Clara's Dream Choir. Shumka is excited to… Continue reading Canada’s Ukrainian Nutcracker by Shumka