June 2 marks the 85th anniversary celebration concert for the Association of United Ukrainian Canadians. The association is the recipient of the New Horizons for Seniors grant from the Government of Canada for its project "Ukrainian Culture through the Generations." The event is at the AUUC Vancouver Ukrainian Cultural Centre at 805 East Pender St. The $23,300 grant is meant to strengthen the senior population, who make up a large portion of the Cultural Centre's users. The focus is on promoting social participation and inclusion among seniors, community engagement and mentoring and volunteering. The AUUC cultural groups encompass the culinary, musical, dance and choral traditions of Ukraine. The AUUC Vancouver is home to the Ukrainian Senior Citizens Club, the Barvinok Choir, the Vancouver Folk Orchestra, the Dovbush Dancers and the AUUC School of Dance. For more information, visit auucvancouver.ca.
