Voices of Gratitude & Hope

Hear directly from members of our community about their journeys and the impact of our services.

Honouring Community Impact: UCSS Ottawa Recognized for $10,000 Contribution
Jun 01, 2026

Honouring Community Impact: UCSS Ottawa Recognized for $10,000 Contribution

Ukrainian Canadian Social Services – Ottawa Branch is honoured to receive a Certificate of Appreciation from Maple Hope Foundation in recognition of our $10,000 contribution to fundraising efforts supporting bereavement support programs…

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Charity Malanka in Ottawa: $10,000 Raised for “Heal a Mother’s Heart”
Feb 15, 2026

Charity Malanka in Ottawa: $10,000 Raised for “Heal a Mother’s Heart”

On January 17th, the Ukrainian Canadian Social Services (UCSS) - Ottawa Branch hosted a beautiful Charity Malanka in support of Maple Hope…
Dreamers Camp in Drahobrat: Nearly 100 Happy Dreamers!
Jan 13, 2026

Dreamers Camp in Drahobrat: Nearly 100 Happy Dreamers!

Dreamers Camp in Drahobrat!!!!And almost 100 happy Dreamers!!! ❄️🗻🛷🎁🌲❄️An incredible time together!!!!! So much snow, joy, smiles, kindness,…
A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for the “People of Steel” poetry evening
Jun 15, 2025

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for the “People of Steel” poetry evening

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for the “People of Steel” poetry evening on June 15 in Ottawa.It was a small gathering, but the…
Gratitude to Ms. Maryna Popovych for Her Meaningful Role at the 2025 Royal Visit Event in Lansdowne Park
May 26, 2025

Gratitude to Ms. Maryna Popovych for Her Meaningful Role at the 2025 Royal Visit Event in Lansdowne Park

Dear Ms. Popovych:On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for your meaningful…
We are grateful to Maryna Popovych and Ukrainian Canadian Social Services (UCSS) - Ottawa Branch for donating to the second psychological and recreational program for mothers and wives who lost their loved ones due to the war
Jan 01, 2025

We are grateful to Maryna Popovych and Ukrainian Canadian Social Services (UCSS) - Ottawa Branch for donating to the second psychological and recreational program for mothers and wives who lost their loved ones due to the war

We begin the first day of 2025 with a story that inspires kindness and unity. The story is about the Ottawa community that gathered to celebrate the…