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[uglyandtraveling]

Ukrainian Festival 2024 - Toronto Canada (Urdu/ Hindi Vlog)

n this vlog you will see North America's largest Ukrainian Festival, right here in Toronto, Canada! Now in its 28th year, this vibrant celebration of Ukrainian culture takes over Bloor West Village every year, bringing together people from all walks of life to experience the rich traditions, food, music, and dance of Ukraine.

Whether you're looking to explore authentic Ukrainian cuisine, enjoy lively folk performances, or shop for unique artisanal crafts, this festival is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the Ukrainian spirit.

In my vlog you will witness the joyous occasion, celebrating the beauty of Ukrainian heritage in Canada at one of the biggest cultural festivals in North America!

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[dontforgetukraine]

Kyiv Post: The Toronto Film Festival should consider that when a director, having already produced 11 films for Russian propaganda network RT, submits a film that whitewashes Russia's ongoing war crimes in Ukraine, the festival's acceptance and promotion of the film is complicity. Whether unwitting or otherwise, until this film is removed, the Toronto Film Festival is aiding the propaganda arm of the Russian state.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

Given the outrageous cost of rent, real estate, groceries, and every other aspect of life in and around Toronto, it's understandable why so many people have chosen to leave Ontario for other places where pastures are greener — that is, cheaper.

But as hard as it is to get by here, is the city unaffordable enough to push you to relocate to an actual warzone just because existence there is far less costly? Some people are saying yes, it is.

More than 160,000 Ukrainian refugees have landed in Canada since their nation's war with Russia began in 2022, but even with the ongoing invasion, many are choosing to go back to their homeland after finding cities like Toronto too expensive to survive in.

Full article

Tagging: @politicsofcanada

[vintage-ukraine]

Postcard printed by the Association for Liberation of Ukraine, Toronto, 1962

[topbudstore]

Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis: A Step Forward Amid Conflict

Big news by Top Buds from Ukraine: as of August 2024, medical cannabis is officially legal! 🚀 This move allows doctors to prescribe cannabis-based medicines for patients suffering from conditions like PTSD, chronic pain, and illnesses such as Alzheimer’s and epilepsy. This law comes at a critical time as the nation continues to deal with the ongoing war with Russia.

🔹 Why This Matters: With over 90% of Ukrainians showing symptoms of PTSD since the conflict began, medical cannabis is seen as a significant tool to help citizens manage mental and physical health challenges. The law is designed to be very strict, with electronic prescriptions and regulated supply chains. You can only get these medicines from licensed pharmacies, and the entire process is monitored closely.

🔹 What’s Allowed: The legalization is strictly for medical purposes—recreational cannabis remains illegal. The law covers products like oral drops, capsules, and dental pastes, and cannabis is still under tight control.

🔹 The Bigger Picture: This step highlights Ukraine’s commitment to improving healthcare, even amid such trying times. The decision is seen as a win for patients needing better access to treatments, especially for war-induced conditions.

#UkraineNews #MedicalCannabis #CannabisLegalization #UkraineWar #PTSDRelief #CannabisCommunity

[proseoflife]

Нарешті я впала з цієї вежі 😁

Хто не знає, це вежа де тебе піднімають, і потім ти падаєш вниз просто🥲

було страшно і високо (70м висота)

Але я змогла 😂

Наступний по плану Yukon Striker (2 фото) , це американські гірки . Страшно, але дуже хочеться , там теж падіння 70+ м ще й на 90° вниз 😬

[barbi3-bitches]

Please help if you can and share

Thank you your help during this difficult time is incredibly appreciated!! ❤️

[jackiehadel1]

TORONTO, CANADA 🇨🇦 STREET ART: MAKE LOVE NOT WAR

July 2023

[immaculatasknight]

Think critically?

[abitmoredetail]

Virgin Mary #toronto #virginmary #ukrainiancatholic #ukraine #greekcatholic #seatonvillage #leedsstreet

[babakca]

Ukraine  Anniversary Toronto 

[dontforgetukraine]

TIFF: And so it continues...

Update to Russians at War Screenings Effectively immediately, TIFF is forced to pause the upcoming screenings of Russians at War on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday as we have been made aware of significant threats to festival operations and public safety. While we stand firm on our statement shared yesterday, this decision has been made in order to ensure the safety of all festival guests, staff, and volunteers. This is an unprecedented move for TIFF. As a cultural institution, we support civil discourse about and through films, including differences of opinion, and we fully support peaceful assembly. However, we have received reports indicating potential activity in the coming days that pose significant risk; given the severity of these concerns, we cannot proceed as planned. This has been an incredibly difficult decision. When we select films, we’re guided by TIFF’s Mission, our Values, and our programming principles. We believe this film has earned a place in our Festival’s lineup, and we are committed to screening it when it is safe to do so. Effectively immediately, TIFF is forced to pause the upcoming screenings of Russians at War on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday as we have been made aware of significant threats to festival operations and public safety. While we stand firm on our statement shared yesterday, this decision has been made in order to ensure the safety of all festival guests, staff, and volunteers. This is an unprecedented move for TIFF. As a cultural institution, we support civil discourse about and through films, including differences of opinion, and we fully support peaceful assembly. However, we have received reports indicating potential activity in the coming days that pose significant risk; given the severity of these concerns, we cannot proceed as planned. This has been an incredibly difficult decision. When we select films, we’re guided by TIFF’s Mission, our Values, and our programming principles. We believe this film has earned a place in our Festival’s lineup, and we are committed to screening it when it is safe to do so.

While it's great this propaganda film was suspended (not cancelled), TIFF still double downed on their original stance.

What's not great is TIFF's insinuation that the supposed threats they received came from protesters and groups from the Ukrainian-Canadian community.

Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Toronto police had this to say:

Toronto police said TIFF's decision to pause the screenings was "made independently by the event organizers and was not based on any recommendation" from police. "We were aware of the potential for protests and had planned to have officers present to ensure public safety," a police spokesperson wrote in an email. (Source)

So, it smells strongly like TIFF lied about the threats. If there were threats, they should have been reported, and when asked about it the police would hopefully be transparent enough to say they gave the recommendation.

Then there's this. My guess is they can't secure the theater from any sort of disruption, and they see protesting as a threat.

Protest outside media screening Large crowds gathered outside a Tuesday screening for media and industry members to take part in a protest organized by Ukrainian community groups and attended by officials, including Ukrainian Consul General Oleh Nikolenko. Demonstrators handed out pamphlets that criticized the film's attempts to "'humanize' the military of the aggressor country."  TIFF staff did not allow attendees to carry those pamphlets inside, though during the screening at least one woman handed them out to audience members in the theatre. Midway through the film, a man forced his way inside, shouting "You're watching a f--king propaganda film" before he was escorted out by security. (Source)

Meanwhile a statement from the producers of "Russian's at War" was released.

TIFF's decision to pause its screenings of "Russians at War" due to extreme security concerns is heartbreaking for us as filmmakers and Canadian Citizens. Our priority as producers, through this production, has been the safety and security of our courageous director, Anastasia Trofimova, despite her steadfast acceptance of these risks to make her documentary. We had assumed those risks would originate within Russia, not Canada. This is not a win for Canadians, including Ukrainian-Canadians. We condemn Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, Ukraine Ambassador to Canada Yuliya Kovaliv, Consul General of Ukraine in Toronto Oleh Nikolenko, the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, Senators Donna Dasko and Stanley Kutcher, MP Yvan Baker (Etobicoke Centre) MPP Christine Hogarth (Etobicoke-Lakeshore) and other political and community "leaders." Their irresponsible, dishonest, and inflammatory public statements have incited the violent hate that has led to TIFF's painful decision to pause its presentation of "Russians at War". This temporary suppression is shockingly unCanadian. We call on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to fully investigate this affront, from within a sovereign government, to our democratic values and a free media. We are firmly commited to giving Canada the opportunity to watch and reflect upon "Russians at War". We believe reason and truth will prevail. —The producers of "Russians at War" (Source)

Zero self-reflection, as expected.

I find it disgusting when they say "We had assumed those risks would originate within Russia, not Canada" as if what the FSB would do is equivalent to whatever could happen to them in Canada.... As if they'll be treated like how Russia treats Ukrainians, Crimean Tatars, POWs, journalists, political opponents, etc... :)

"Their irresponsible, dishonest, and inflammatory public statements have incited the violent hate..."

Outrage from a people that have currently and historically been victims of Russian propaganda, aggression, racism, and imperialism is not violent hate. People pointing out the propaganda is not hate. The protests at TIFF are not hate. I don't know where the other producers are from, but they sure do play the Russian victim frame of mind well.

Also, the Ukrainian community leaders are not being dishonest, irresponsible, hateful, or inflammatory.

THE PROPAGANDA IS IN YOUR TRAILER.

The people in the film have been MARINATING in it for their ENTIRE LIVES.

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Even though the film has been suspended, the planned protest for the first public screening will still go on. Rightly so.

UCC Toronto: On Friday, Sept 13 we will meet in front of Scotiabank Theatre at 1:30pm for a peaceful protest against TIFF's decision to screen "Russians at War". This is the first public screening of the film and the director and some of the team will be present.

But some damage has already been done.

Headline of an article by Marsha Lederman reads: "Russians at War is an exceptional documentary and needs to be seen"

I will make a separate post about this article here. I started reading it and there is a line that made me gasp and almost fall over.

To be continued...

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Please excuse the transcription of the images. I know they make the post longer, but I'm too aware of images on tumblr not loading. :/ Also, screen readers.

[yz]

The Antonov An-225 Mriya in Toronto’s Pearson Airport, 2014. Destroyed by the Russian invaders in February 2022. Sad.

[recentlyheardcom]

'Russians At War' Director Responds Toronto Fest Protest

Russian-Canadian filmmaker Anastasia Trofimova has responded to a protest at the Toronto Film Festival on Tuesday against her controversial Russians at War documentary ahead of a North American premiere on Friday. Trofimova tells The Hollywood Reporter her first-person film has her talking to ordinary Russian soldiers over seven months in Ukraine to get a perspective no one else, including…

[ashtonderoy]

Overreach Review Audible: Russian Economics & why countries need Stabilization plans?

Written by Ashton Deroy Currency reserves are being withdrawn, Imports are down and exports of Russian Oil are down. It would stand to reason if you studied standard Economic theory. Russia is going broke! That probably isn’t the case. Isolationism isn’t ideally for any country. However if it had to be done somewhere? Russia is one of the better countries for handling this type of isolation.…