Kozak Carollers Raise Funds for Multiple Sclerosis

Kozak Carollers Raise Funds for Multiple Sclerosis

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A group of 16 carollers travelled to places in and around Vegreville, Hairy Hill and Two Hills to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) on Saturday, January 4.

Besides great hospitality, the carollers received nearly $4,000 in donations. In return, the local residents heard some of the best male voices who have sung or currently sing with choirs and bands the likes of Axios, Viter, Ukrainian Male Chorus of Edmonton, Flying Kozaks, Millenia and Trubka. The men sang both Ukrainian and English Christmas carols to the delight of their audiences.

This year marked the 30th year of carolling for multiple sclerosis. The initial idea

came from the group Flying Zozaks with Tim Baydala suggesting the donations go to M.S. research, as his mother Molly was afflicted with the disease. Tim and Terry Baydala continue to be the driving and organizational force behind the initiative. Since 1990, through Kozak Carolling, it is estimated that over $75,000 has been raised for multiple sclerosis research.

These Ukrainian carollers traversed the local area to raise funds for multiple sclerosis on Jan. 4

While the size of the group of carollers has varied over the years depending on who could make it, the commitment to the cause has never wavered, and they are truly grateful for all the support they have received over the years.