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Russia-Ukraine War
Rally for those impacted by Russian invasion of Ukraine held in Kamloops
A solemn, heartfelt ceremony was held on the Thompson Rivers University Campus today. Around thirty…
Ethnic food sale planned in Kelowna to support Ukrainian families
While the devastating war in Ukraine continues, some Kelowna residents are rolling up their sleeves…
TRU faculty to rally in support of those impacted by Russian invasion of Ukraine
The Thompson Rivers University Faculty Association is holding a rally at the campus tomorrow to…
Russian student in Kamloops gives insight on what’s happening on the ground in Moscow
A communications student at Thompson Rivers University is sharing what her family in Russia is…
Gas prices could hit $2 per litre across Canada this week
The volatile price of gasoline triggered by the Russian invasion of Ukraine has pushed prices…
Ukrainian Kamloops resident working overtime to better protect fellows on front lines in Kyiv, Kharkiv
A Kamloops resident is working long days, coordinating the gathering and shipment of protective equipment…
Kamloops pub’s ‘razzberry Kyiv mule’ well-received after name change
A Kamloops pub’s decision to rename a few of its drinks after Russia invaded Ukraine…
No politics allowed in Kelowna’s Russian and Ukrainian Deli
A Kelowna deli catering to Eastern European tastes – with lots of Russian and Ukrainian…
Actors Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher launch GoFundMe to match $3 million for Ukraine
A Ukrainian actor and her husband are hoping to raise millions to support her home…
Kamloops Ukrainian dancers to bring colour, hope to rallies in support homeland
Kamloops can expect to see Ukrainian dancers in colourful traditional wear at today's rally in…
‘Music gives us hope’: Ukrainian couple from Vernon perform with Okanagan symphony
Ukrainian-Canadian Alex Wedensky says his solo performance tonight with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra is a…
Peachland park lights up in support of Ukraine
Take a stroll through Peachland’s downtown and you’ll be greeted by the colours of Ukraine’s…
Rally for Ukraine planned in Penticton this weekend
People standing with Ukraine are invited to join a second support rally in Penticton this…
Vernon City Hall flies Ukrainian flag
To the sound of the Ukrainian national anthem, sung by a small crowd standing in…
‘I am not OK’: Canadian Ukrainian in Kamloops in emotional pain as Russia invades homeland
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is causing anger, fear and grief among Canadian Ukrainians who…
iN PHOTOS: Rally for Ukraine draws large crowd outside Kelowna city hall
Ukraine’s national anthem, a song that has become one of global defiance amid the Russian…
Views of Ukraine invasion as ‘foggy, noisy, and confusing’ as previous wars: Okanagan historian
Our current views of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are just as confusing as those of…
Vancouver star Ryan Reynolds matching $1 million in donations for Ukrainian refugees
One of British Columbia’s most renowned actors is using his platform and his wallet to…
Canadian telephone companies waive fees for calls, texts to Ukraine
Telephone companies across Canada are waiving long-distance fees for calls and texts to Ukraine. Earlier…
Additional rally to be held in Kelowna calling for support in Ukraine
Canadian-Ukrainian residents will again be rallying outside of Kelowna’s city hall this weekend to show…
B.C. Liquor stores pulling Russian liquor, beer in support of Ukraine
B.C. Liquor Stores are pulling Russian vodka and beer from their shelves as part of…
No major impact on gas prices in Kamloops, Okanagan due to invasion of Ukraine, yet
The Russian invasion of Ukraine won't help the price of gasoline in the long term,…
Rally in support of Ukraine this weekend in Vernon
Vernon residents are rallying to support Ukraine this weekend outside of a Vernon church. The…
Rally in Kelowna to show solidarity with people of Ukraine
Kelowna residents rallied in solidarity with the people of Ukraine as the country was plunged…