Sun, Apr 27th – Charity Event with Dr. Gabor Maté “How to Understand Grief & Support One Another”

The Maple Hope Foundation is sponsoring a charity webinar with world-renowned speaker Dr. Gabor Maté in support of Ukrainian mothers who have lost their children to war. This online event takes place on Sunday, April 27 at 10 AM. Please reserve a ticket in advance using the following link:

Dr. Gabor Maté — How to Understand Grief and Support One Another Tickets, Sun, Apr 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

April Friday Night Supper Rescheduled to April 25th

Important Update: Due to the Easter weekend, our Friday Night Supper has been rescheduled from April 18th to April 25th. We invite you to join us for a delightful Ukrainian dinner. Dine-in and take-out options will be available from 4:00 to 6:30 PM. We look forward to sharing this delicious evening with you!

Hopes and Dreams Gala Benefit Concert – Sat, Apr 26th

On Saturday, April 26th, come to Granville Island Arts Club Theatre (1585 Johnson St.) for a fundraiser that celebrates Ukrainian culture through song, music. From 11 am – 5 pm, enjoy a craft fair, art sale, Ukrainian food and free entertainment. At 7 pm, the gala benefit concert takes place featuring Luba Goy and the fabulous Dovbush dancers with many other great performers.

Tickets are available by calling the Arts Club Theatre Box Office at 604-687-1644 or online at https://tickets.artsclub.com/2024-2025/hopes-and-dreams-a-benefit-for-the-children-of-ukraine/.

All proceeds support traumatized children in Odesa, Vancouver’s sister city.

Our next Friday Night Supper is Apr 25th


Join us for a delicious Ukrainian meal at our upcoming Friday Night Supper on April 25, 2025! We are open for both dine-in and takeout from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Coffee and non-alcoholic beverages will be available at the bar. Credit, debit and cash are accepted for the bar and dinner. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Ukrainian Language Classes For Adults – January 2025

Once again, we are pleased to offer Ukrainian language classes. We are very fortunate to have Alla Dudka as our instructor. Alla has been offering classes for the past two years and we very much appreciate her expertise. Our classes are at a beginner level with the following three options:

  • Beginners level 1: Minimal Ukrainian language experience. Classes will take place on Monday evenings via Zoom.
  • Beginners level 2: With some Ukrainian language experience. The students in this class have participated in 10 to 20 lessons and have some basic understanding. The class will be scheduled for one hour on Monday evenings via Zoom.
  • Beginners level 3: This is an advanced beginner’s class. Students in the class have been participating for one to two years and are comfortable having basic conversations. This class will be scheduled for one hour and fifteen minutes on Thursday evenings via Zoom.

If you are interested in registering for lessons, please email us at info@ivanfranko.ca and indicate the level that you would like to register for.

Weekly Saturday Food Sales

Our Saturday Sales regularly offer perogies (varenyky), cabbage rolls (holubtsi), borscht and Ukrainian sausage. Saturday Sales are open every Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at 5311 Francis Road in Richmond.

For available items and prices, please click HERE. PAYMENT OPTIONSWe accept debit, credit card or cash.

** Please bring your own carry bag for your order. **

Ukrainian Musical Theatre Classes for Children

We are excited to introduce our Children’s Ukrainian Musical Theatre classes! These classes focus on voice training, acting, plasticity, and creative development, and are conducted in both Ukrainian and English.

Class Highlights:
  • Bilingual Instruction: Classes are held in both Ukrainian and English.
  • Parent Viewing: Every two months, parents can attend and observe the classes.
  • Performances: Children will participate in performances for various holidays and special events.
Class Details:
  • Location: Ukrainian Community Society of Ivan Franko, 5311 Francis Road, Richmond.
  • Schedule: Twice a week (Monday and Thursday), from 16:00 to 18:30. Different start times are available for different age groups.
  • Age Group: Classes are available for children aged 4 to 15.

For questions and additional information, please contact Anna Shylova at kinoartann@gmail.com. Use the subject line “Theatre Studio.”

Ukrainian Dance Classes for Children at our Society

We are pleased to partner with Ukraina Dance Ensemble to offer Ukrainian dance classes for children on Fridays from 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm. These classes are offered to children between the ages of 6 and 12 years of age. 

Please click on the following link to register: https://forms.gle/r76zegv3Q7y7N2vv5

For more information, email Yvegeniya Razenkovsa at: bbravecenter@gmail.com