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JOIN THE CELEBRATION
OF THE UNBREAKABLE SPIRIT OF UKRAINE

  • PURCHASE TICKETS

    Tickets are now available for purchase! Choose between our OPENING RECEPTION + GALA ticket, or our STANDARD GALA TICKET, and reserve your seat today.

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    Become a Gala sponsor and help make this incredible event happen! Whether your budget is large or small, we have a sponsorship opportunity for you.

  • VOLUNTEER

    UCAG needs YOU to make this event happen! If you would like to inquire about volunteering at the gala, click the link below and complete the registration form.

OPENING RECEPTION HIGHLIGHTS

(Gala + Cocktail Reception Ticket)

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM, doors open at 4:00 PM

  • Opening Reception: Curated by the Embassy of Ukraine.

  • Keynote Speech: Inspiring words from Saint Javelin.

  • Ukraine’s Achievements: Celebrate progress and resilience.

  • Drones Showcase: Cutting-edge tech on display.

  • Gourmet Hors d’oeuvres: From Full Basket Butcher Shop and Kozak Restaurant.

  • Signature Drinks: Shots of Zirkova vodka and Blue & Yellow liquor.

  • Live Auction: Unique items from Ukrainian veterans.

  • Cultural Immersion: Explore the intricate Vytynanky paper art by Tanya Znak.

  • Creative Art Installations: Marvel at Trees Of Life by Olena Krevenets.

  • Bandura Performance: Hear Ukraine’s iconic 68-string instrument by

    contemporary musicians Georgiy Matviyiv and Mariia Smolinksa.

Gala Night Highlights

(Standard Gala Ticket)

6:00 PM, doors open at 5:00 PM:

  • Dynamic Host: Enjoy an evening guided by Al Murdoch, the iconic voice of the Canucks.

  • Historic Venue: Visit Seaforth Armoury, an iconic location rarely accessible to the public.

  • Gourmet Dining Experience: Savor a three-course meal catered by Salt N Sear, with your first glass included.

  • Exclusive Desserts: Indulge in unique creations from Ukrainian baker Grysh & Ko Catering.

  • Premium Drinks: Sip fine selections from the cash bar by Chaberton Estate Winery and Tinhouse Brewing Co.

  • Powerful Anthem Performance: Hear the 40-member Barvinok Choir kick off the evening.

  • Honored Guests: Meet Invictus Team Ukraine, veterans, and active service members.

  • Distinguished Speakers: Listen to Vancouver’s Mayor, the Minister of Veterans, and Ukraine’s Ambassador to Canada.

  • Captivating Performances: Enjoy music by Kolo Choir and Zeelia Band, with jazz headlined by Taras Luka Quintet.

  • Exclusive Lots: Bid on a staggering array of collectibles and experiences from local businesses and Ukraine.

  • Cultural Fashion Showcase: Admire modern embroidered designs by famed Ukrainian vyshyvanka brand Znak.

  • Stylish Memories: Capture stunning photos with professional photographers against artsy backdrops curated by local designer Olena Krevenets.

  • Moving Art Exhibition: Witness Varta: The Price of Ukrainian Resistance featuring posters and illustrations.

  • Interactive Displays: Explore the Invictus Games exhibition and merchandise.


Seaforth Armory - 1650 Burrard Street, Vancouver BC

Built in 1936, the Seaforth Armoury is a Canadian Forces armoury, and home of The Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, a Primary Reserve Infantry unit. The building was designed by the architectural firm of McCarter and Nairne, and is now listed as a Class A Heritage Building

As well as being the home of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, the Seaforth Armoury is home to The Seaforth Museum, an official Canadian Forces Museum.

*UPDATED TIMES*

February 7th, 2025

Cocktail Reception - 4:30pm - 6pm * LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

Gala Doors Open - 5pm

Dinner and Program - 6pm

WHEN

GALA NIGHT

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WHAT TO EXPECT

THE CAUSE

All funds raised by the evening’s fundraising benefit TEAM UKRAINE’s Adaptive Sports initiatives in Ukraine, as well as the Rehabilitation Program for the Children of Fallen Heroes, UCAG’s humanitarian project on the ground in Ukraine. This program provides free psychological stabilization and grief counselling to children of fallen service members, in a mountain retreat setting.

Celebrate the UNCONQUERED spirit of TEAM UKRAINE with an elegant Gala evening at Vancouver’s historic Seaforth Armoury.

Join the athletes, their team, and special guests for our opening reception, followed by dinner and a night of entertainment benefitting humanitarian and veterans’ causes in Ukraine.

MEET YOUR MC

Al Murdoch, aka “The Voice of the Canucks”

You may know him best as the booming in-arena voice of the Vancouver Canucks and marquee NHL events… Al Murdoch has been a prolific voice actor for over 3 decades on radio & televison commercials, TV network promos, movie trailers and some of the top selling video games. Most recently he can be heard as the in-show announcer for Judge Judy’s new reality court-show Judy Justice on Amazon Prime.

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