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‘It Could Lead to Participation in War’ - Scholz Defends Refusal to Send Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine
Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated Germany's refusal to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine on Monday, stating that the country would not follow the UK and France in providing Ukraine with long-range missiles. Scholz's repeated refusals to send German Taurus missiles to Ukraine come despite domestic pressure and urgent calls from Kyiv, which is struggling to fend off Russia's ongoing invasion.
Bloomberg Philanthropies to Invest in Kyivites Mental Health Needs Original
Bloomberg Philanthropies is poised to help Kyiv. On Feb. 16 the organization announced an investment in the city of Kyiv that will accelerate the digitization of public services to strengthen government delivery during wartime and address residents’ acute mental health needs. The investment of several millions dollars will also connect Kyiv with other cities in a well-established network of mutual assistance.
Ukraine Downs Another Russian Fighter-Bomber SU-34, 10th in Eleven Days
Ukraine’s Armed Forces (AFU) have brought down another Russian Su-34 fighter bomber, the tenth Russian frontline aircraft recently shot down. “Today, February 29, is a date that occurs once every four years, but it is already a familiar day for Russians with the loss of another plane. Minus Su-34 in the Eastern direction!” Ukrainian Air Force commander Mykola Oleshchuk reported via Telegram. “Thanks for the work! Victory on earth is forged in heaven!” he wrote.
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, Map and Update February 28, 2024
Key Takeaways from the ISW: Pro-Russian Moldovan breakaway region Transnistria held the Seventh Congress of Transnistrian Deputies on February 28 and adopted a series of decisions that likely aim to provide the Kremlin with justifications for a wide range of possible escalatory actions against Moldova — actions the Kremlin can pursue both immediately and over the long-term.
In Montreal, Two Years on, Support for Ukraine Grows
On Feb. 21, 2024 the World Ukrainian Congress made an official announcement that over 400 cities would be joining in the Stand With Ukraine global rally. Montreal was just one of those cities and it did not disappoint, considering that temperatures were in the double-digit below zero range. This did not deter both members of Montreal’s Ukrainian community and those who support Ukraine, be they commoner, community activist or politician in making their presence felt.
Brazil Urges 'New Globalization' at G20 Meet Overshadowed by Ukraine
Brazil called for a "new globalization" to address poverty and climate change as finance ministers from the world's top economies met Wednesday, but the Ukraine and Gaza wars risked overshadowing the plea. "It is time to redefine globalization," Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad told his counterparts from the Group of 20 leading economies, opening their first meeting of the year in Sao Paulo.
Ten Years of Heartfelt Singing
This page is also available in / Cette page est également disponible en: Francais (French) Almost a decade ago, La Scena Musicale founder Wah Keung Chan created an unusual alternative to chocolates, cards and flowers: Singing Valentines. On Feb. 14 we conducted the 10th edition of this annual fundraising initiative. It was a great success for many reasons.
Ten Years of Heartfelt Singing
Almost a decade ago La Scena Musicale founder Wah Keung Chan created an unusual alternative to chocolates, cards and flowers: Singing Valentines. On Feb. 14, 2020 we conducted the 10th edition of this annual fundraising initiative. It was a great success for many reasons. Our six singers with their repertoire of 34 songs delivered 40 Singing Valentines to individuals in Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Toledo, Ohio.
Singing Valentines! A Memorable Romantic Experience
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE La Scena Musicale presents Singing Valentines! A Memorable Romantic Experience Montreal, QC, Feb. 11, 2020 – This Valentine’s season, for the cost of a bouquet of flowers, offer a unique valentine! For the tenth year, La Scena Musicale has been providing individuals an opportunity to deliver a unique gift to their loved ones regardless of their location.
Richmond Hill Bringing Downtown Uptown
This page is also available in / Cette page est également disponible en: Francais (French) Richmond Hill, like many of the communities surrounding Toronto, has a diverse population of 195,022 (Statistics Canada, 2016). Visible minorities comprise 59.6% and a variety of linguistic minorities exist within the community. “Seventy percent of what happens at our centre is that we rent out venue space,” says Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Theatre manager Michael Grit.
Aurora Cultural Centre Community-Focused and Volunteer-Driven
The Aurora Cultural Centre (ACC) serves the town of Aurora, population 55,445 (Statistics Canada, 2016). Over 26% of the population is made up of visible minorities, though the town also has a wide range of people who are diverse in other indicators, with many linguistic backgrounds. Like similar organizations, the ACC operates as a not-for-profit organization at arms length from the town council. “Every one of the 12-member board of directors brings a wide breadth of talent to the table.
Brampton | my/maSCENA
This page is also available in / Cette page est également disponible en: Francais (French) Brampton is a growing and diverse community in the west end of the Greater Toronto Area. With a population of 593,638 (Statistics Canada, 2016), it is the ninth largest urban centre in Canada. Its proximity to Lester B. Pearson Airport positions it geographically for diverse programming to a very diversified population where the mean age is 39.
Song of a Nation: The Untold Story Of Canada’s National Anthem
While growing up in the 1970s I assumed that O Canada was our nation’s official anthem. Many others were similarly mistaken. Song of a Nation: The Untold Story of Canada’s National Anthem, by Robert Harris, tells the true story. It is a wonderfully written biography, history and tale that will resonate and tug at one’s heartstrings while revealing fascinating details of Canadian history. Canadians and lovers of music will appreciate it deeply.
Song of a Nation: The Untold Story Of Canada’s National Anthem
While growing up in the 1970s I assumed that O Canada was our nation’s official anthem. Many others were similarly mistaken. Song of a Nation: The Untold Story of Canada’s National Anthem, by Robert Harris, tells the true story. It is a wonderfully written biography, history and tale that will resonate and tug at one’s heartstrings while revealing fascinating details of Canadian history. Canadians and lovers of music will appreciate it deeply.
MCSP présente Caroline Gélinas, mezzo et Martin Dubé, piano
Pour diffusion immédiate le jeudi 22 août à 20h Québec le 12 août 2019 – Musique de chambre à Sainte-Pétronille termine sa saison en beauté en accueillant l’étoile montante de l’art lyrique québécois, le mezzo-soprano Caroline Gélinas et le pianiste Martin Dubé. Nommée « Révélation Radio-Canada Classique » en 2017-2018, Caroline Gélinas a fait ses études au Conservatoire de musique de Montréal et, par la suite, elle a été artiste en résidence à l’Atelier Lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal.
The Riot Ballet: An Ambitiously Creative Project
THE RIOT BALLET A devised, collectively created work by multi award-winning theatre artists from Canada, the US, Ireland, and Colombia: Noah Drew, Emer O’Toole, Catalina Medina and Martin Andrews, with major contributions from Shawn Ketchum Johnson, Shannon Holmes, and Squinky. Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, August 25, 2019 Click to see promo video: The Riot Ballet Montreal, August 2019 – Amid ongoing cover-ups, conspiracies, spin doctors and fake news, how do you pick a side?
Eight professional vocalists interpret the poems of Oleksandr Oles
August 12 – 18, 2019 Temerty Theatre, Royal Conservatory’s TELUS Centre for Performance and Leadership For Immediate Release July 30, 2019 Eight professional vocalists interpret the poems of Oleksandr Oles with art songs by four composers at the third annual Ukrainian Art Song Summer Institute Toronto, ON – The Ukrainian Art Song Project announced that the third annual Summer Institute will focus on the theme of Muse, with eight professional vocalists interpreting the poems of Oleksandr Oles,...
Unbinding Classical Chamber Music…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLASSICAL UNBOUND FESTIVAL JULY 26-28, 2019 Prince Edward County, Ontario Unbinding classical chamber music from its formal attire, and binding it more closely to our hearts and souls.
Carissa Klopoushak: Passionate Collaborator and Performer
Six degrees of separation does not apply to either ethnic or musical communities. Last time I met with Carissa Klopoushak was nearly eight years ago when I interviewed her and her band mates from Tyt i Tam, a Ukrainian turbo-folk band established in 2003, which has recorded four albums and toured Canada, Ukraine and Australia. This time we met at one of her former haunts in Mile End while she worked on her doctorate in violin performance at McGill.
Book Review: Song of a Nation: The Untold Story of Canada’s National Anthem
Song of a Nation: The Untold Story of Canada’s National Anthem by Robert Harris, Toronto: McClelland & Stewart. ISBN: 9780771050923 By William Pawlowsky While growing up in the 1970s I assumed that O Canada was our nation’s official anthem. Many others were similarly mistaken.
Concert Review - Sarah Brightman's HYMN - my/maSCENA
74% Band/Orchestra 4 Choir/Supporting Singers 4 Prime Artist 3,75 User Ratings (0 Votes) 0 On Saturday February 9, 2019, Sarah Brightman launched her Canadian tour in support of her latest and twelfth album HYMN, a 13-track compilation. The venue, Place Bell, in Laval seemed just right, though unfortunately for the promoters it seemed to be filled only to three-quarters to capacity.
Global Giving Trends in 2018
On Nov. 14 the Foundation of Greater Montreal hosted a panel discussion on current trends in philanthropy and giving. Mediated by Karen Macdonald, news director and station manager of Global TV Montreal, the event was attended by representatives from Montreal-based nonprofits.
Concert Review - St. Lawrence Choir’s: Slava! - Glory!
User Ratings (0 Votes) 0 On Saturday November 17, the St. Lawrence Choir performed its Slava! programme at the St Sophie Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral. The programme featured the premiere of two works. Alelouya 2 by Armenian-born Petros Shoujouian, currently of Montreal, and Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal by Larysa Kuzmenko, a Toronto-based composer, pianist and Juno nominee.
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