Distance to
Independence Screening

Special screening of Distance to Independence, a documentary about young Canadians and Americans of Ukrainian descent who travelled to Ukraine in 1991 to support its independence. The film draws on participants' personal recollections and archival material, including previously unpublished footage from Donetsk and Luhansk. It is presented for the 35th anniversary of Canada's recognition of Ukraine's independence. The film is in English and Ukrainian with subtitles. The screening is followed by a discussion and Q&A with producers Akim Galimov and Anna Palenchuk. Doors open at 18:00 and the programme starts at 18:30.