A Stand with Ukraine street rally will take place in Victoria on Sunday.
Beginning at 12:30 p.m., supporters will line Douglas Street from the Ukrainian Cultural Centre at 3277 Douglas St. to downtown Victoria. People are welcome to join and participants are encouraged to bring flags and signs.
The event is organized by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Victoria Branch, the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in Victoria, and the UVic Ukrainian Students’ Society.
“Join us in rallying in support of Ukraine and democracy! We will be lining Douglas Street from the Ukrainian Cultural Centre at 3277 Douglas St. all the way downtown! Bring flags, signs, and other visible signs of your support for Ukraine!” reads the event’s Facebook page.
Sunday’s planned street rally comes a week after thousands gathered on the lawn of the B.C. Legislature to show support for Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.
RELATED: Ukrainian journalist describes tense but calm atmosphere in central Kyiv as Russian troops approach
CHEK News
