Happy Easter from BCU Financial Group!
As we celebrate Easter, we reflect on the values that have always been at the heart of our community: faith, hope, resilience, and care for one another. With proud Ukrainian roots, this season holds deep meaning for us as a time to gather, give thanks, and cherish the traditions that fill our homes with warmth – from heartfelt conversations to the aroma of fresh paska around the table.
This year, we also hold Ukraine especially close in our hearts as the war goes into its 5th year, with continued hope for peace, strength, and brighter days ahead. Easter is the symbol of rebirth, so especially now, faith is strong that good will always prevail over evil.
May your Easter be filled with peace, love, and time with those who matter most. Thank you for being part of our community and for continuing to support one another.
Христос Воскрес!
BCU Financial is honoured to support the 100th Anniversary Celebration of St. Mary The Protectress Cathedral in Winnipeg on November 1st. This remarkable milestone marks a century of faith, community, and dedication, reflecting the enduring spirit of the Ukrainian-Canadian community in Winnipeg and beyond.
The celebration is a testament to the Cathedral’s rich history, cultural heritage, and its role in nurturing generations of parishioners. We are proud to stand alongside the Cathedral and its community as they commemorate this significant achievement and continue fostering spiritual growth, unity, and cultural preservation.
Our sincere appreciation goes to all organizers, volunteers, and participants who made this centennial celebration meaningful and memorable. BCU Financial remains committed to supporting initiatives that honor our heritage and strengthen community bonds.
BCU Financial is honoured to support and celebrate the Praznyk of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Church in Niagara Falls, a cherished annual tradition that brings together parishioners, families, and community members in faith, fellowship, and gratitude.
The Praznyk is an important occasion that highlights the strength of our spiritual heritage and the unity of the Ukrainian community. We are proud to stand alongside St. Mary’s Church as they continue nurturing cultural traditions, spiritual growth, and community connection.
Our sincere thanks go to the parish leadership, volunteers, and all who participated in this year’s celebration. Your dedication helps preserve the values and traditions that bind our community together. BCU Financial remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen and enrich our shared cultural and spiritual life.
Representatives from BCU Financial Group attended the Banquet in Honour of His Beatitude Patriarch Sviatoslav Shevchuk and the Members of the Permanent Synod of the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church, hosted by Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Toronto and Eastern Canada at St. Joseph’s Banquet & Conference Centre.
BCU Foundation Board Chair, Bohdan Leshchyshen, BCU Financial CFO, Paul Cremona, BCU Wealth Manager, Max Trojan and BCU Financial Community Relations & Creative Coordinator, Anna Jacyniak were in attendance at the event that brought together many community organizations and parishes to celebrate!
The Patriarch delivered a message of love, faith and hope for a brighter future for Ukraine, underscored by His key message about Ukraine’s resilience:
“Ukraine stands. Ukraine fights. Ukraine prays!
