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This page will keep you informed of the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre's community and cultural events and recreational activities, and other community engagement initiatives, fundraisers and volunteer opportunities. The Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre has an outstanding variety of programs, community and cultural events that offer exciting recreational and volunteer opportunities for community mem

bers of different generations and walks of life. We will be also posting pictures and videos of our unique cultural and community events and recreational activities. For details about our online daily social drop-in programs for Seniors and Older Adults, like Chair Yoga and Exercise, Brain Games, Word Games, Line Dancing, Art Classes, and Technology Workshops, plus rotating special events, register as below:
• Call Anna 647-725-0844
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• Email [email protected]
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Look what blossomed at St. Demetrius!Who says you ever stop creating? Last week, seniors from our apartments and the wid...
06/02/2026

Look what blossomed at St. Demetrius!

Who says you ever stop creating? Last week, seniors from our apartments and the wider community picked up their brushes and proved that the spirit of artistry has no age limit — bringing the centuries-old Ukrainian folk art of Petrykivka to life in glorious acrylic.

Under the warm and patient guidance of instructor Victoriia Andreieva, our artists transformed blank canvases into bursts of kalyna berries, golden sunbursts, rowan branches, and blooming flowers — each one as full of personality as the hands that painted it.

There was laughter around the table, brushes in motion, plates and canvases drying in the sun, and that quiet pride that comes from making something beautiful with your own hands. It was a beautiful reminder that creativity, community, and joy are ageless.

We are pleased to share that the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre has been awarded a Three-Year Accreditation — the highes...
06/01/2026

We are pleased to share that the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre has been awarded a Three-Year Accreditation — the highest level of accreditation awarded by CARF International, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. CARF is an independent international body that evaluates health and human services organizations against rigorous standards of quality, care, and service excellence.

During the survey, our Home was assessed against more than 1,500 internationally recognized standards — among the most comprehensive and respected benchmarks in the health and human services sector.

We are especially proud to share that this marks the fifth consecutive time that our Care Centre has received CARF's highest accreditation distinction.

Reflecting on the conversations with the surveyors, our Chief Executive Officer, Irena Dounets, shared:

"What stayed with me most were not the numbers, but what the surveyors said about our Care Centre during the closing meeting. They described us as 'a microcosm of the larger neighbourhood,' said that 'the focus is truly on the residents,' and called us 'truly the upper tier.' Most meaningful of all, unprompted, they described us as 'a Home with a Heart.'

To hear our own words reflected back to us by those who walked through our doors with fresh eyes and open minds truly meant a lot to all of us. It affirmed something we strongly believe — that the best care is grounded in both competence and compassion, and shaped by dignity, belonging, and genuine human connection."

This recognition reflects the dedication and compassion of our staff, the support of our donors and volunteers, the guidance and leadership of our Board members, the strength of our community partnerships, the trust of our families, and the voices of our residents, who remain at the centre of everything we do.

Дякуємо. Thank you to our residents, families, staff, volunteers, donors, Board members and community partners, for making our Care Centre truly a Home with a Heart.

05/25/2026

What an unforgettable afternoon we had at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre!

We were deeply honoured to welcome Ukrainian People’s Artist Oksana Bilozir and renowned violinist Vasyl Popadiuk for a truly beautiful and moving concert.

We invite you to take a look and share in this unique experience — to feel what we all felt as music filled our Home with beauty and emotion.

Through every song and every note of the violin lived something timeless — the soul of Ukraine, the memory of generations, and the enduring beauty of our Ukrainian spirit and identity.

Long after the final applause, we remained under the spell of this extraordinary perfomance - with memories awakened, and hearts brought close together.

Happy Vyshyvanka Day from St. Demetrius! 🇺🇦Today, our St. Demetrius family came together as one community to celebrate t...
05/22/2026

Happy Vyshyvanka Day from St. Demetrius! 🇺🇦

Today, our St. Demetrius family came together as one community to celebrate the beauty, spirit, and meaning of Ukrainian heritage.

From the joyful visit and parade by the students of St. Demetrius School, to our beautiful Vyshyvanka Day Fashion Show presented by ETNIKA UA by Alla, the day was filled with pride, smiles, and a true sense of togetherness.

Together, our residents, students, staff, Board members, volunteers, and community friends honoured a tradition that reminds us who we are — a community united by culture, kindness, and heart.

At St. Demetrius, we are proud to keep Ukrainian traditions alive and to celebrate them together in our Homes with a Heart.

З Днем вишиванки від Святого Димитрія! 🇺🇦

Сьогодні родина Святого Димитрія об’єдналася як одна громада, щоб відсвяткувати красу, дух і значення української спадщини.

Від радісного візиту та параду учнів школи Святого Димитрія до прекрасного показу вишиванок, представленого ETNIKA UA by Alla, цей день був наповнений гордістю, усмішками та щирим відчуттям єдності.

Разом наші мешканці, учні, працівники, члени Ради директорів, волонтери та друзі громади вшанували традицію, яка нагадує нам, хто ми є — громада, об’єднана культурою, добротою та серцем.

У Святого Димитрія ми пишаємося тим, що зберігаємо українські традиції та святкуємо їх разом у наших Домівках з серцем.

#ДеньВишиванки #ВишиванкаЄднає

05/21/2026

Today at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre, we were delighted to celebrate Vyshyvanka Day — a beautiful celebration of Ukrainian heritage, culture, and identity. Vyshyvanka is a symbol of tradition, resilience, family, and connection across generations.

Seeing our residents, staff and volunteers come together wearing their vyshyvankas brought a wonderful sense of pride and togetherness throughout our Home.

Who are these happy visitors exploring the wonders of Ripley’s Aquarium?Our residents had a truly wonderful day filled w...
05/20/2026

Who are these happy visitors exploring the wonders of Ripley’s Aquarium?

Our residents had a truly wonderful day filled with discovery, laughter, beautiful sights, and special moments shared together. From colourful underwater worlds to the excitement and joy of being out in the community, outings like these bring stimulation, connection, conversation, and meaningful experiences that brighten everyday life.

Thank you to everyone who supports our recreational programs. It is the generosity of our supporters that allows us to organize more bus outings for our residents.

05/20/2026

We invite you to take a listen to this heartfelt message from Bohdan, our family member and nurse, sharing what makes the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre so special to him, why he feels it is the best place for his Mom, and the kind of compassionate, heartfelt care he values most as a nurse — care he sees every day here at the Care Centre.

A truly special tribute from one nurse to all our nurses and PSWs. 💙

What an uplifting Nursing Week we had at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre! We celebrated all those who bring compassio...
05/19/2026

What an uplifting Nursing Week we had at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre! We celebrated all those who bring compassion, comfort, reassurance, and dignity into the lives of our residents every day — our nurses, as well as our PSWs and other frontline staff.

Throughout the week, residents, family members, community partners, and supporters came together to express their gratitude and appreciation in many heartfelt ways.

We extend our deep gratitude to Geriatrx Pharmacy, our Care Champion Sponsor of our employee appreciation activities. As Randy Goodman, CEO of Geriatrx Pharmacy, shared:

“The nurses, PSWs, and other frontline staff at the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre provide care with remarkable dedication and compassion. We’re pleased to support initiatives that recognize their hard work and express appreciation for the meaningful difference they make in the lives of residents and families.”

Our special thanks also go to Direct Denture Services, MedPro, Medix College, HME, and Surge Learning. Their generous donations of gift cards, gift baskets, and delicious treats helped make our celebrations especially meaningful and joyful for our staff.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who made a donation in honour of our nurses and PSWs during this special week of appreciation.

One especially touching gesture came from a family member who wishes to remain anonymous. This family member generously donated 178 beautifully packaged cookies, each embellished with flowers and carrying a heartfelt message of appreciation:

“Your kindness and care are felt every day. Gratefully, a family member.”

One of our staff members, upon receiving the cookies, said, “I am deeply touched to know how much our work is appreciated.” She then gently placed the cookie against her heart and added, “Appreciation from one heart to another — and it goes both ways. This makes all the difference.”

That moment captured the spirit of this week. Our Home is truly a place of kindness, where compassion is given, received, and shared from one heart to another. A Home with a Heart. 💙

We thank our nurses as well as PSW for their outstanding care, compassion and dedication.

And to all our sponsors, donors, families, and supporters — thank you for your heartfelt generosity and support.

05/15/2026

Here is a glimpse of the beautiful performance of Dior Quartet for our residents.
What an exceptionally beautiful and special morning it was - with well- loved classics shared across generations.

A late morning on a beautiful day filled with spring sunshine, warmth, and vibrant energy — what could be better than en...
05/15/2026

A late morning on a beautiful day filled with spring sunshine, warmth, and vibrant energy — what could be better than enjoying a wonderful live musical performance?

Beloved classics, joyful melodies, and uplifting music brought smiles, warmth, and beautiful moments shared together across generations.

We thank Music Toronto for making this morning so special and wonderful!

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