Winnipeg sending support to Sister City Lviv

Winnipeg will be sending financial support to its sister city Lviv, Ukraine.

Mayor Brain Bowman said Thursday as an expression of support and solidarity, a $10,000 contribution will be allocated directly to the needs of people temporarily displaced in Lviv.

“Winnipeg is a city that has deep connections to Ukraine, both as a result of immigration and our Sister City relationship with Lviv, Ukraine that was established in 1973,” said Mayor Bowman in a statement.

“As a result of those deep connections, the news we continue to see about the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine is sparking passionate, empathetic responses from Winnipeggers.

“Residents across our city have grave concern for the people of Ukraine as they make a brave stand against the forces of Russia,” said Mayor Bowman. “Many Winnipeggers have history with Ukraine that is directly connected to times of war and the resettlement of Ukrainian refugees. This brazen attack by Russia is conjuring up very difficult memories and it is for that reason that Winnipeg wants to help make a difference.”

Roughly 100,000 people living in Winnipeg have Ukraine as their ethnic origin.

The Sister City relationship between Winnipeg and Lviv started on Nov. 26, 1973 and next year will mark 50 years.

The City says anyone who wishes to help Lviv and the people of Ukraine can do so through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) and The Canadian Red Cross.

“I hope Winnipeggers will consider making a donation to assist with the urgent needs of Ukrainians,” said Mayor Bowman. “As Mayor, I will continue to explore all options and opportunities that we can be of assistance.”

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