Canadians rally in support of Ukraine

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“Sometimes, we receive messages or calls from our friends and relatives asking us to talk about our life here,” added Chavan. “It brings them hope to know that there are some places in the world where people are living without war. While

I am talking to them, they forget for a slight moment the reality in which they are in.”

It has been a conflicting moment for Chavan and Kabanova, as they experience, on one side, the guilt of not being in Ukraine to help, and, on the other, relief of being safe and away from the war.

“Of course we have moments where we feel guilty, because we are in another country, and these atrocities are happening in our own communities,” said Chavan. “That being said, we need to be grateful that we are safe, and use our situation to help in any way we can until everyone is in safety.”

For the past two weeks, major cities around the world have seen rallies of thousands in their streets as a support of Ukraine and protesting the actions of the Russian government. Millions worldwide have taken the initiative to help Ukrainians in any way imaginable. Some individuals are even booking Airbnb lodging they won’t end up staying in to directly support Ukrainians under siege by Russian forces.

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