Posts tagged Ukrainian Canadian

Capturing a Legacy

The legacy of Evan Gushul extends throughout southern Alberta. As the son of Ukrainian immigrants, Evan grew up with a profound appreciation for his Ukrainian roots. The Gushul children attended music lessons, Ukrainian language classes, and Ukrainian dance classes, with his parents instilling in him the values of hard work and perseverance. Throughout his life, Evan applied these lessons, forging a storied career of his own.

ArticleHannah YuzwaNovember 21, 2023Galt Museum & ArchivesPhotography, Ukrainian, Ukrainian Canadian, Ukraine, southern Alberta history, Transplanted Sunflowers, ArchivesComment

Escape! Internment in Canada, 1914–1920 with Ben Weistra

In honour of the 100th anniversary of the end of Canada's first national internment operations during the First World War from 1914–1920, we are releasing a video presentation by Ben Weistra about the Internment Camp in Lethbridge, Alberta, focusing on William Perchaluk's tragic story.