INSIDE: • Ukraine and the G-7 summit — page 3. • Canada's muiticulturalism policy is challenged — page 8. • Pre-Olympic Sports Jamboree — centerfold. THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY Published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profit association Vol. LXIII No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 75 cents/$2 in Ukraine Marchuk named Ukraine and Russia reach accord on Black Sea Fleet by Marta Kolomayets main base of the Black Sea Fleet of the The same agreement on the fleet's divi­ prime minister Kyyiv Press Bureau Russian Federation and its headquarters sion had been reached during the will be located in the city of Sevastopil. Kravchuk-Yeltsin summit in Massandra; it by Marta Kolomayets SOCHI, Russia - The leaders of The agreement gives each officer, marine will now take effect once the details are Kyyiv Press Bureau Ukraine and Russia agreed to base the cadet and ensign of the Black Sea Fleet the worked out by delegations from both Russian Black Sea Fleet at the Ukrainian KYYIV - By presidential decree, right to choose where he wants to serve. countries. During the talks in 1993, how­ port of Sevastopil during a summit meet­ Leonid Kuchma named Yevhen Marchuk Among other important points in the ever, the matter became deadlocked when ing in this Russian resort town on June 8- prime minister on June 8, announcing his 9, bringing a three-year dispute on the arrangement is the fact that the fleet and its Russia insisted that the Ukrainian navy appointment just minutes after signing the fate of the aging fleet closer to resolution. property are divided 50-50, an agreement leave Sevastopil, giving the Russian forces constitutional agreement with Parliament "We've closed the book on the prob­ reached during previous summits between exclusive basing rights in that port city on at a Mariyinsky Palace ceremony. The lem of the Black Sea Fleet," said Russian Presidents Leonid Kravchuk and Yeltsin in the Crimean peninsula of Ukraine. accord gave the Ukrainian leader the green President Boris Yeltsin after the signing Dagomys, Moscow and Massandra in Now, however, Ukraine was able to light to name a new government. ceremony at the Radisson-Lazurnaya, an 1992-1993. However, the Russian reach a compromise with Russia, keeping "I'm transferring my burden to you," American hotel that opened here last Federation will take over 81.7 percent of its sovereign rights to Sevastopil despite said a smiling President Kuchma as he year. the ships while Ukraine will get 18.3 per­ more than three years of Russian pressure designated Mr. Marchuk, 54, prime min­ "Although some detailed issues cent of the ships - famed but now rusting - and its insistence that the Crimea, an area ister of a government yet to be named. remain, I consider this question solved in in payment for debts to Russia. with a large ethnic Russian population, The appointment comes as no surprise general," added Ukrainian President Russia will use Sevastopil as a base, should be returned to Russia. in Kyyiv's power circles, and already Leonid Kuchma, taking a more cautious leasing Ukrainian property for a yet to be "We are pleased that we could salvage some political observers have predicted approach. specified period of time, and for a yet to what we did after the Massandra sum­ that Mr. Marchuk may be Ukraine's third But only time will tell whether the be negotiated price. Some members of president, following in the footsteps of Mr. mit," said President Kuchma's press sec­ pact, hailed as a major breakthrough by the two countries' delegations told Kuchma, who served as Ukraine's premier retary, Mykhailo Doroshenko. Presidents Kuchma and Yeltsin, will be reporters that it is most likely Ukraine for a year before running for president. The one-day meeting of the two high- implemented and how details will be will get rent in the form of energy sup­ Mr. Marchuk, who strikes a handsome level delegations from Ukraine and ironed out. plies and debt forgiveness. and imposing figure, was officially pre­ Russia included the presidents of both sented to the members of the Cabinet of The 11-point agreement, signed by the "The terminology of leasing/renting, countries, Prime Ministers Yevhen Ministers on June 13, during a session of two presidents after much heated debate, which I failed to hear in the three years Marchuk and Viktor Chernomyrdin, and the acting government, which had states that "on the basis of the Black Sea of the discussions on the Black Sea Fleet, Foreign Ministers Gennadiy Udovenko received a vote of no confidence from Fleet, two fleets are formed: the Black was talked about in Sochi, and this opens and Andrei Kozyrev. Sea Fleet of Russia and the Naval Forces the door for us to view the Russian Black the Parliament on April 4. Days before the summit, it was not of Ukraine. The Black Sea Fleet of the Sea Fleet as the fleet of a foreign coun­ The rest of the government will be clear whether any meeting between the Russian Federation and the Naval Forces named in the near future, "within a week to try," said President Kuchma's national of Ukraine will be based separately." presidents would take place, and, even if 10 days," said Mr. Marchuk on June 14. security adviser, Volodymyr Horbulin, President Kuchma told Cabinet mem­ The agreement also stipulates that "the back in Kyyiv, on June 14. (Continued on page 3) bers on June 13 that "the formation of a new government does not mean you will all have to resign." Indeed, presidential aides have leaked information that most of Think tank honors Kuchma and Bush for statesmanship the current members of the government, by Roma Hadzewycz citation noted that the award "pays trib­ tion of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation among them Deputy Prime Minister ute to your leadership in transforming Treaty and for "successfully negotiat­ Viktor Pynzenyk, Economics Minister NEW YORK — President Leonid your country and guiding it toward an ing the often difficult relationship Roman Shpek and Foreign Minister Kuchma of Ukraine and former U.S. important role in Europe and the global between Russia and Ukraine." Hennadiy Udovenko, will stay on. President George Bush were honored by community of democratic nations." Accepting the New Europe award on "The majority of the members of the the Institute for EastWest Studies on June According to the IEWS, Mr. behalf of President Kuchma, who could government will remain in office," said 6 at a gala at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Kuchma was chosen for the award in not personally attend the ceremonies due President Kuchma, "However, from now President Kuchma received the insti­ recognition of his "artful role" in secur­ to the hastily scheduled summit in Sochi, on, a new era will begin in our opera­ tute's first New Europe Award. The ing the Ukrainian Parliament's ratifica- Russia, with President Boris Yeltsin, was tion," he added. "The service of the pres­ the Kuchma administration's chief of idential staff will soon be reinforced, and staff, Dmytro Tabachnyk. The presenta­ the responsibility for your performance tion was made by William Rhodes, vice- will be serious." chairman of Citibank and a vice-chairman Mr. Marchuk expressed his gratitude of the 1995 EastWest Awards Dinner to the president, thanking him for his Committee, who underlined President vote of confidence during these complex Kuchma's courage in leading Ukraine's times. He promised to exert maximum transition from a Soviet society. effort to keep Ukraine on its path of eco­ Mr. Bush received the Transatlantic nomic reform, while keeping in mind the Leadership Award for "actions which social needs of the population. laid the groundwork for a new and free He said the key principle in forming a Europe while preserving the strength and new government would be professional­ vitality of the Euro-Atlantic relation­ ism, and what he termed "professional ship," specifically his role in the reunifi­ courage" in decision-making, and the cation of Germany, the withdrawal of ability to tackle major problems with a Soviet troops from Eastern Europe and vision of the future. passage of the SEED (Support for East The prime minister said the "salvation European Democracy) Act, which creat­ of the country" lies with a highly profes­ ed enterprise funds for emerging states. sional government of like-minded people Emie Goldschmidt The award was presented to Mr. Bush who understand the tasks at hand. by Donald M. Kendall, former chairman He said he had already reached an President Leonid Kuchma's Chief of Staff Dmytro Tabachnyk (left) accepts and chief executive officer and chairman agreement with Parliament Chairman the New Europe Award presented by the Institute for EastWest Studies from William Rhodes. In the background is Donald M. Kendall. (Continued on page 19) (Continued on page 14) THE UKRAfNIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25 ANALYSIS: Voting in Belarus and the independence of Ukraine Ukrainian troops in Bosnia freed by the member-states. The system simpli­ by Volodymyf Zviglyanich Third, Belarus again confirmed its repu­ fies and quickens the exchange of informa­ tation as the most conservative European KYYIV — Ukraine's Ministry of Two recent events in Belarus - the ref­ tion. Whereas, earlier information was car­ country of the former Soviet Union. Foreign Affairs said on June 6 that all 58 erendum initiated by President Alyaksandr ried by diplomatic pouch between the This reputation was slightly shaken Ukrainian troops with the United Nations Lukashenka and two rounds of parliamen­ member-states, it now can flow through during the brief period of democratic peacekeeping forces in Bosnia have been tary elections - have a direct relation to the computer lines, with exchanges occurring euphoria in 1991-1992. However, every­ released. The New York Times said 43 geo-political situation in the region. First in a matter of hours. The United States cov­ thing soon returned to the starting point. were released as part of a group of 108 of all, they affect Ukraine, as they chal­ ered the $15,000 start-up cost for Ukraine The opposition is virtually non-existent in peacekeepers, which also included forces lenge Ukraine's bid for independence and and will pay for the first year of service. Belarus. Almost all the Belarusian press is from Britain and France. After their imply major corrections of its foreign poli­ (Respublika) under vigilant presidential control. release the soldiers were transported in cy. Some 25 opposition MPs who went on two buses across the Drina river to Malo Tabachnyk and Talbott talk The results of referendum and elections a hunger strike to protest the referendum Zvornik in Serbia and were flown to questions were beaten by the police on Zagreb, Croatia, where the United WASHINGTON — President Leonid The results of the referendum and the the premises of the Parliament. If that Nations headquarters are located. The Kuchma's chief of staff, Dmytro first round of parliamentary elections in had happened in any other country in soldiers were held hostage for more than Tabachnyk, spent a day here on June 7 Belarus, both held in May, are striking transition to democracy it would have a week and were used as human shields meeting with U.S. government leaders in for the almost Soviet-style hyperactivity provoked a corresponding reaction by the after NATO air power had attacked the White House and at the State of the participants in the referendum and world media. The absence of such reac­ Bosnian Serb strongholds. (Respublika, Department, among them Deputy the meager results due to poor voter tion was eloquent proof that in world The New York Times) Secretary of State Strobe Talbott. The turnout of the first round of the parlia­ public opinion Belarus is not associated Ukrainian Embassy Press Service said mentary elections. All four questions of with the image of a democratic country. Kuchma cancels decree on the Crimea Mr. Talbott told Mr. Tabachnyk that the the referendum proposed by Mr. constitutional agreement on the division Lukashenka received the enthusiastic What is Belarus? KYYIV — Ukraine's President of power in Ukraine has been accepted in support of the population. Of those who Leonid Kuchma has agreed to a compro­ Washington as an agreement of historical From the point of view of political participated in the referendum, 83.3 per­ mise offered by the Crimea's Parliament magnitude. The two also discussed the symbolism, Belarus after the referendum cent agreed that Russian should have and has canceled his March decree, implementation of the agreements signed of May 14 is a paradox - an impossible which placed the Crimean government equal status with Belarusian as a state in Kyyiv during President Bill Clinton's but nevertheless existing phenomenon. directly under Kyyiv's control, reported language; 83.3 percent supported Mr. visit in May. Mr. Tabachnyk was in the Belarus, an independent country, with a Ukrainian Television on June 8. The Lukashenka's efforts aimed at economic United States to accept the New Europe constitution, a freely elected president president's move was prompted by the integration with Russia; 75.1 percent award for President Kuchma from the and government whose state symbols and local legislature's decision to cancel a supported the return of Belarus's Soviet- Institute for EastWest Studies in New flag are those of a colony is in fact, a region-wide, non-binding referendum on style state emblem and flag; and 77.7 York. completely dependent formation: the union with Russia and Belarus, which percent favored giving the president the Belarusian Soviet Socialist Republic of was scheduled for June 25. (OMRI Daily authority to dissolve Parliament if it vio­ Inflation on the decline the former Soviet Union. Digest, Respublika) lated the Constitution. Only the results of Taking into account the fact that the KYYIV — The rate of inflation in the first three questions are legally bind­ nation has virtually rejected its own lan­ EU puts conditions on $130m loan Ukraine has steadily dropped since the ing. Earlier the Parliament had voted to guage and accepted the language and, beginning of the year. For May, the fig­ make November 7 - the anniversary of BRUSSELS — Foreign ministers of correspondingly, the culture and mentali­ ure stood at 4.6 percent, down from 21.2 the Bolshevik coup of 1917 in Petrograd the European Union agreed on June 12 to ty of its oppressor-country, Russia, one percent in January. Ukraine's govern­ - a state holiday. back plans to give Ukraine a loan of 100 could presume that Belarus is practically ment had promised the International million European currency units (ecu) At the same time, only 20 of 260 a protectorate of Russia. Monetary Fund to reduce inflation by the (about $130 million), but only if Kyyiv deputies, or 7.69 percent, were elected in Mr. Lukashenka has been tranformed end of June to 5 percent. Forecasters are goes through with its intention to close the first round of the Parliamentary elec­ from the president of an independent predicting that by the end of the year the Chornobyl nuclear facility. The tions. The second round of elections on country into the archetypal though hack­ inflation in Ukraine will be 2 percent and May 28, as was expected, yielded little agreement was signed on June 1 by EU that the monthly decline in production neyed figure of the republican first party President Jacques Santer and Ukraine's results: only 120 deputies, mostly secretary who is a despot toward his sub­ will level off at 1 percent. (Respublika) Communists and Agrarians, made it to President Leonid Kuchma. The deal ordinates and an obedient executor of the includes an additional 400 million ecus IMF releases more money the Parliament, far less than the neces­ will of his bosses, be they Boris Yeltsin sary 172 MPs (a constitutional majority). from Euratom, the bloc's atomic energy or Andrei Kozyrev. KYYIV — The International This gives the president an opportuni­ agency. Ukraine has recently suggested that Chornobyl might remain open if the Monetary Fund released the second half ty to rule by decree, preserving the old The Belarusian scenario of a $700 million line of credit to rubber-stamping Parliament until the G-7 countries, which meet in Halifax, What are the roots and what are the Ukraine on June 9. The decision was election of a new one, which is expected Nova Scotia, beginning June 16, do not consequences of these developments? made because Ukraine has been abiding no earlier than next fall. Even if the come up with the $4 billion that Ukraine One would assume that Russia's activity by its economic reform program as pro­ Parliament had been formed, the balance says it needs to close the complex. aimed at speeding up the re-integration (Reuters) posed to the IMF. Kyyiv now is waiting of political forces in Belarus would not of former Soviet territories has gained for the first tranche of the larger 1.5 bil­ have changed. The president received the momentum in the wake of the October Ukraine linked up with OSCE lion credit it has been promised. (OMRI right to dissolve the Parliament even 1993 showdown in Moscow, when Mr. Daily Digest) before it had been elected and could use Yeltsin and Pavel Grachev forcibly dis­ KYYIV — Ukraine has linked up with Harvest forecast destroyed by drought that power as a means of moral and polit­ solved the Parliament and killed a still the integrated computer system of the ical pressure on a recalcitrant legislature. undetermined number of civilians. The Organization for Security and Cooperation KYYIV —An early summer drought in Europe. The link-up is geared to monitor What's behind the statistics? main proponents of the USSR's restora­ has caused Ukraine to revamp its grain tion, such as Russia's former vice-presi­ more efficiently the treaties and agreements These statistical data show, first of all, dent, Alexander Rutskoi, and the speaker on disarmament of conventional weapons (Continued on page 6) the absence of popular political leaders in of the Parliament, Ruslan Khasbulatov, Belarus; the population simply does not went to the Sailor's Silence (Matrosskaya know for whom to vote. The Organization Tishina) prison, and the Kremlin strate­ for Security and Cooperation in Europe gists started thinking seriously about the THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY FOUNDED 1933 (OSCE), which sent a team to monitor the new state ideology. The ideas of elections, stressed the lack of public infor­ Marxism-Leninism had collapsed. An English-language newspaper published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., mation about the candidates. 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Therefore, the scription fee: $55; $30 for UNA members), and Veselka, a Ukrainian-language children's before the elections," a statement said. ideas of Russian chauvinism were select­ magazine (annual subscription fee: $10; $8 for UNA members). According to a decree issued by Mr. ed as the basis of the new state ideology. The Weekly and Svoboda: UNA: (201)451-2200 Lukashenka before the election campaign That happened before Vladimir (201)434-0237,-0807,-3036 started, each candidate was allowed to Zhirinovsky's victory during the December Postmaster, send address Editor-in-chief: Roma Hadzewycz spend only $55 for the campaign. This 1993 parliamentary elections in Russia amount was not enough even to print changes to: Associate editor: Marta Kolomayets (Kyyiv) when his Liberal-Democratic Party got Assistant editor: Khristina Lew posters. The same decree established a The Ukrainian Weekly almost 25 percent of the seats in the State Staff writers/editors: Roman Woronowycz severe criminal penalty for violators. P.O. Box 346 Duma. Jersey City, NJ 07303 and Andrij Kudla Wynnyckyj (Toronto) The referendum and elections also In December 1992, Mr. Kozyrev, in his revealed that the public is still oriented infamous speech in Stockholm, parodied a The Ukrainian Weekly, June 18,19955 No. 25, Vol LXIII toward the cult of a "strong" leader and Copyright © 1995 The Ukrainian Weekly mistrusts representative powers. (Continued on page 16) No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995

labeled it "epochal," but acknowledged that Ukraine and Russia... it had taken a lot of sweat and round-the- Ukraine looks to G-7 meeting clock work to come up with the final ver­ (Continued from page 1) by Andrij Wynnyckyj money [to fund the closure] would come sion of the agreement on the Black Sea it did, top-ranking officials underscored from, how much and when it would be Fleet, as well as a presidential commu­ Toronto Press Bureau that this would be a "working meeting/' given," the diplomat said. nique, which not only stated that an agree­ with no guarantee of any results. TORONTO - A week prior to the "Because a G-7 official was also pre­ ment on friendship and cooperation is ready "It is necessary for the leaders of these summit meeting of G-7 nations, to be sent," explained the official, "this might to be signed, but also characterized relations two countries to meet more often, so that held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on June 15 have also caused some confusion as to who between the two countries as a "strategic we understand each other better," President -17, an article carried by the Canadian had agreed to what." partnership." Kuchma told the press as he took off for Press agency has created some confusion And yet, Ukraine's ambassador to Sochi. "This is a normal process. It is a pos­ "Our main task is strategic partnership about the industrial nations' position on Canada, Viktor Batyuk, claims that his itive process," he continued. "A problem with Ukraine. We have to begin this part­ the closing of the Chornobyl nuclear country has no expectations as such, only this difficult can hardly be resolved in a nership with a political agreement, which power plant. conditions for carrying through on a single stroke." should be signed in Kyyiv," said President The article, published in the June 10 edi­ request made by other countries. Yeltsin. "I consider this a historic event The two presidents agreed to begin tion of the Windsor Star, quotes a senior Reached by telephone on June 13, because it opens the way to further Russian- holding monthly meetings aimed at con­ official of the Canadian Department of Ambassador Batyuk told The Weekly: "At Ukrainian relations," he added. tinuing talks on the fleet and improving Foreign Affairs describing Ukraine's con­ the request of the countries of Western Ukrainian-Russian relations in general. "A huge step forward has been made ditions for the early closure of Chornobyl Europe, particularly of the European "We have discussed the possibility of in the development of relations between as "unrealistic." Union, President Kuchma formally agreed meeting with President Yeltsin in the Ukraine and Russia," said President The official, who spoke on condition of to close the atomic emergy station by the Crimea as early as next month," said Kuchma. "The knot in relations between anonymity, told the Canadian Press agency year 2000." President Kuchma. First Deputy Foreign the two countries has been untied." on June 9 that "the Ukrainians have very "If others insist that we should shut it Minister Tarasiuk has stated that the meet­ The agreement reached by the two pres­ high expectations from Halifax next week. down earlier, [then] they have to pay for ing may happen in the first 10 days of July. idents allows President Kuchma to claim They think they are going to get a check their insistence," Mr. Batyuk said. "This is Officials on both sides had forecast success in maintaining the territorial for $3.1 billion [U.S.]. That is clearly not the situation: if you're driving an old car, that the Sochi meeting would bring little integrity of Ukraine, which has in the past going to happen." and your rich neighbor or relative doesn't progress, but an 1 lth-hour decision, been threatened when Russian nationalists A Western diplomat based in Kyyiv like the way it looks or smells, they tell reached by the two leaders during a one- have insisted on annexing Sevastopil. said this atmosphere of expectancy could you, 'Look, it would be better if you didn't on-one meeting, proved otherwise. "Today, Ukraine compromised nothing have emerged during a recent visit to drive that thing,' and then you say, 'Well, I Dmitri Riurikov, President Yeltsin's tied to the independence of our state," said Kyyiv by a joint G-7 and European don't have money to buy a better one.' " foreign policy aide, told journalists that Minister Udovenko, as he returned to Union delegation. "Now if this rich relative really wants "the turning point was on the second day, Kyyiv on June 9. On May 16, France's environment min­ you to do something about it, they have to following a face-to-face discussion ister at the time, Michel Barnier, represent­ Ukraine's domestic matter help you. There's no other way," the envoy between the two presidents." ed the EU, and Ron Graham, chairman of said. "We are satisfied with the results of Although the talks in Sochi concerned the Canadian Parliament's Committee on Mr. Batyuk said Ukraine initially also the summit. There were neither winners the status of the Black Sea Fleet - a small Foreign Affairs and International Trade, favored closing the ill-fated plant, but then nor losers," said Russian presidential and aging fleet of more than 300 vessels, appeared on behalf of the G-7. was faced with the reality of its energy spokesman Sergey Medvedyev. "Many the youngest of which is 17 years old - and The diplomat, who wished to remain needs. The power station at Chornobyl pro­ practical issues will be solved in the near the use of Sevastopil as a base, journalists anonymous, related that the present confu­ vides for 5 to 7 percent of the country's future - they simply could not be solved inquired on a number of occasions where sion stems from an EU demarche that was electricity, he said. presented to the Ukrainian government now," he added. the Ukrainian navy will be located. "The problem is that this station has a asking President Leonid Kuchma to close "The meeting was a political step, a First Deputy Foreign Minister Tarasiuk bad name [because of the catastrophic the notorious plant. Mr. Kuchma said the decisive step, which paves the way for slyly answered that "Ukraine's navy will be meltdown there in April 1986], but the facility could be closed by the end of the President Yeltsin's trip to Kyyiv," said located on Ukrainian territory." He added: undamaged units could work for another century, and named the conditions under Mr. Medvedyev. President Yeltsin had "And Sevastopil is a Ukrainian city." 15 years," the ambassador said. "It is actu­ which this could be done. said repeatedly that he would not come Although it is not outlined in the ally in comparable condition or better than "The EU delegation and the Ukrainian to Ukraine until the question of the fleet Ukrainian-Russian agreement on the Black stations operating in Eastern Europe that president's officials appeared to part was solved. Sea Fleet, Ukraine's officials do not dismiss are 10 years old or more, because of all the believing they had an agreement, but when "This is a very important stage in devel­ the fact that Ukraine's navy also will be attention it has drawn," Mr. Batyuk the initial promises were made [by the oping Ukrainian-Russian relations," said based in Sevastopil, a city that has four bays claimed. Ukrainian First Deputy Foreign Minister Europeans to assist in Chornobyl's clo­ Boris Tarasiuk. Foreign Minister Udovenko (Continued on page 17) sure], it was never made clear where the (Continued on page 20) Connecticut chapters of CCRF honor senator and Yale doctors NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The Rosa DeLauro congratulating the hon- and we had no way of knowing whether concerts and special events, which raised Connecticut chapters of the Children of orees and applauding the efforts of the those dreams could be realized....The peo­ over $150,000 for various CCRF pro­ Chornobyl Relief Fund launched their Chornobyl activists. ple of Connecticut believed in our dream." grams. The Connecticut chapters helped campaign for the 10th anniversary of the Following an invocation by Msgr. He added, "Over time, CCRF's chapters in the CCRF to secure a mobile intensive Chornobyl accident with a May 7 gala John Terlecky of the Ukrainian Catholic New Haven and Hartford have become care unit for Kyyiv, and enabled the fund fund-raising banquet to honor several indi­ Diocese of Stamford, the program chair­ some of the strongest links in the backbone to deliver a large shipment of ultrasounds viduals who have made outstanding contri­ man introduced Dr. Zenon Matkiwsky, of our organization." and medicine to Luhanske last year. butions to the humanitarian relief mission. co-founder and president of the CCRF. Dr. Matkiwsky thanked the attendees "We have been especially touched by CCRF representatives and supporters Dr. Matkiwsky began by reflecting on for their support of the 1991 airlift from the response from Connecticut's young from across the state packed the ball­ his first visits to New Haven and Hartford, Bradley International Airport, which was people," Dr. Matkiwsky added. He singled room of the New Haven Lawn Club to when the CCRF began to mobilize its New one of the most successful ever launched out students at Trinity College and Yale honor U.S. Sen. Joseph I. Lieberman and England campaign in 1990. "We had very by the CCRF. He acknowledged many two doctors from Yale-New Haven big dreams for this foundation at that time, local groups that had organized benefit (Continued on page 12) Medical Center, Peter Beardsley and Jack van Hoff, who provided life-saving treatment for the young Chornobyl vic­ tim, Marianka Romanych. In a surprise presentation, CCRF Executive Director Nadia Matkiwsky also presented a spe­ cial award to Maria and Bohdan Antonyshyn, the couple from Orange, Conn., who spearheaded the statewide campaign to finance Marianka's bone marrow transplant, and who provided free lodging for Marianka and her moth­ er during the three years she underwent treatment for leukemia. The banquet opened with welcoming remarks by Roman Hezzey, president of the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Center in New Haven, who introduced the mas­ ter of ceremonies, Orest ("Tom") Dubno, a prominent member of the New Haven community, chairman of the Lex Atlantic Corp., and a member of the CCRF's national board of directors. Mr. Sen. Joseph Lieberman (left) accepts an CCRF's Alex Kuzma applauds Dr. Peter Beardsley and Dr. Jack van Hoff Dubno read proclamations from New award from CCRF board member Andrew after presenting awards to the two leukemia specialists whose treatments at Haven Mayor John DiStefano and Rep. R Kyzyk. Yale-New Haven Medical Center saved the life of Marianka Romanych. THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25 Canadian aid associations reunite Canadian Friends of Ukraine into one coordinating organization ponder decision for reunification by Nestor Gula the Development of Ukraine under the by Andrij Wynnyckyj The $15,000 effort to bring reading rooms, new name Canadian Friends of Ukraine libraries and educational material to TORONTO - A large rift in Toronto's and under a new constitution which will TORONTO - The Canadian Friends of regions where national consciousness and Ukrainian community has been healed. be agreed upon by both sides." At the Ukraine Toronto branch held a subdued and Western-style economic thinking were at Two organizations dedicated to col­ meeting CFR also officially changed its very sparsely attended annual meeting on an ebb focused on Donetske, Luhanske and lecting funds and organizing aid to name to Canadian Friends of Ukraine May 25 at the St. Vladimir Institute in Kharkiv. According to Mr. Kuzyk's report, Ukraine, the Canadian Association for (CFU). downtown Toronto. It was particularly anti- the project garnered the praise of Canadian the Development of Ukraine (CADU) However, several members of CADU, climactic because the organization was Ambassador Francois Mathys and and Canadian Friends of Rukh - Toronto who did not wish to be named, said the party to a recent decision to resolve a major Ukrainian Deputy Minister of Education Branch (CFR), have put aside their dif­ new name was unacceptable and the split in the national effort to assist Ukraine. Valeriy Kravchenko. ferences and united at CADU's general whole reunification process could col­ On May 13, the two splinter groups of Given the large surplus carried over meeting held on May 13. At this meeting lapse. They were incensed that CFR, what had originally been the Canadian from previous years, the CFU appears to it was also decided that the new name which was just one chapter in the nation­ Friends of Rukh, the CFU and the Canadian be quite financially viable, but 1994's net under which the national coordinating al CFR before the 1993 split, should dic­ Association for the Development of deficit indicated that fund-raising efforts body will operate will be the Canadian tate the terms and place conditions on Ukraine (CADU), decided to heal a two- had to be redoubled or new sources of Friends of Ukraine (CFU). To avoid con­ unification. They said that CADU did year rift. revenue found, fusion in the community, local chapters not make any demands from CFR. Bohdan Myndiuk, the CFU president A new executive slate was elected, will not be forced to change their names. In contrast, CADU's general meeting who was elected for another term that consisting of Mr. Myndiuk as president, These two organizations once were on May 13 went by rather smoothly with day, said, "It seems we were more attrac­ Prof. Orest Subtelny, first vice-president; part of a single national organization no great controversies. The members tive when we were fighting; this is most Orest Dzulynsky, second vice-president; called Canadian Friends of Rukh. At the were asked to vote for one of three differ­ disappointing." Volodymyr Molodecky, secretary; and April 10, 1993, annual general meeting a ent names for the revamped and reunited Some lingering doubts about the Bohdan Wynnyckyj, treasurer. motion to change the name was hotly organization: Canadian Association for reunification with CADU also appear to Mr. Myndiuk, also the executive director debated, and in the end a majority of the the Development of Ukraine (CADU), exist, because when the issue of cutting of the Canada-Ukraine Chamber of membership, represented in person and Canadian Friends of Ukraine (CFU) and costs by joining administrative offices Commerce, gave an address as the newly by proxy, decided that it could not asso­ the Canadian Association for Aid to came up, it made some of the 26 mem­ elected head of the CFU, saying the organi­ ciate itself with the name Rukh, as that Ukraine (CAAU). After a bit of debate, bers present queasy. zation faces new challenges, given that the organization had been transformed into a the delegates marked their secret ballots. Nevertheless, in reviewing the organiza­ diaspora's euphoria over the achievement political party in Ukraine. The results were CADU, 12; CFU, 43; tion's financial report, it was evident that of independence had almost entirely passed. At that general meeting the member­ CAAU, 0. costs of staffing the CFU offices, headed However, he said President Leonid ship decided to rename itself Canadian Lesia Shymko, the executive director by executive director Lesia Shymko, con­ Kuchma's assertive independence, the Association for the Development of of CFU, Toronto, said the Toronto chap­ stituted the single largest expenditure improving economic situation in Ukraine Ukraine (CADU). Due to the controver­ ter thinks the membership dues, which ($32,601), out of a budget of just over (he cited statistics indicating 2 percent sy, chapters in Toronto, Montreal, are $12.50 per member (local chapters $100,000. economic growth and 5 percent inflation Oshawa and half of Hamilton did not charge $25 for membership), are exces­ The other major disbursement was the in the past six moths), coupled with news take part in the vote and do not acknowl­ sive and noted that she did not think approximately $21,000 sent off in assis­ that oil fields were reportedly discovered edge what was done at the April 1993 Toronto should pay so much. It was tance of the election campaigns of demo­ near Poltava, with a Calgary-based firm meeting. decided that the question of membership cratic bloc parliamentary candidates in investing $5 million (Canadian) to inves­ Since this split many conversations dues will be brought up when the nation­ the spring of 1994. In hindsight, given the tigate them, all give hope for the coun­ about reuniting had taken place. The first al body of CFU sets a budget. relative lack of success enjoyed by many try's prosperous future. concrete steps towards reunifying the At the meeting a new executive was of the hopefuls thus supported, it was Mr. Myndiuk said the new leadership in two organizations were taken at an extra­ elected: Victor Pedenko, president; Orest judged by those in attendance to have Ukraine brought in by Mr. Kuchma's ordinary meeting of the CFR on January Dzulynsky, first vice-president; Yaroslaw been, at the very least, strategically sus­ administration is young, with the old- 17, when over 90 members of CFR unan­ Semcesen, secretary; Ivan Shlapak, trea­ pect. guard apparatchiks increasingly losing imously gave "the association's execu­ surer. There was no candidate for second The endeavor that resulted in the best ground, and this could only be heartening tive the right to make inquiries about uni­ vice-president, and the position is still results and the most satisfaction was for the CFU as it looks forward to provid­ fying with the Canadian Association for open. Project Rebirth, headed by Ivan Kuzyk. ing further cooperation and assistance. Yonkers group continues to provide emergency medical aid to Ukraine YONKERS, N.Y. - Emergency Medical Aid for Ukraine/Medical Relief Fund celebrated the third anniversary of its inception with a three-pronged collection effort culmi­ nating in the loading of two 40-foot containers (approximately 30 tons) by a large volunteer force. The humani­ tarian medical supplies and technolo­ gy are headed for six hospitals in the Lviv and Ternopil regions. The two containers were provided by Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI), which provides logistical sup­ port for such efforts under the aegis of the U.S. government. Due to past suc­ cesses of EMAU/Medical Relief Fund, an autonomous commission of the Ukrainian American Youth Association Inc., both the U.S. government and MPRI-NIS "Operation Freedom" have referred other groups to EMAU for con­ sultation and advice. With this shipment the total of EMAU humanitarian med­ ical aid exceeds one 100 tons, conserva­ tively valued at over $7.5 million. Rep. Nita Lowey addressed community leaders in Yonkers, N.Y., as they gathered on May 19 near St. Michael's Church to lend a hand in packing three large shipping containers containing medical relief for Ukraine, in particular for Ternopil, the sister city of Approximately 30 SUM-A Philadel­ Yonkers, and for Lviv. Also present were New York State Sen. Nicholas Spano, Mayor Terrence Zaleski and City Council phia Branch youth and adult members along with non-Ukrainian sympathizers President Vincenza Restiano of Yonkers, and Evhen Korniychuk, vice-consul of the Consulate General of Ukraine in New York, as packed several truckloads from three well as numerous Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian community activists. The shipment was the work of the Emergency Medical Aid for different storage sites in Cherry Hill, Ukraine/Medical Relief Fund of the Ukrainian American Youth Association of Yonkers. Weighing 15 tons in all, the cargo included N.J., and then repacked the shipment medicines, diagnostic and surgical equipment and instruments, aids for the disabled and two ambulances. The major portion of into the two large containers waiting at the medical equipment was donated by local hospitals, St. John's Riverside Hospital, Lawrence Hospital, St. Joseph's Medical St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Center and Yonkers General Hospital; the ambulances were donated by Empress Ambulance Corp. in coordination with the Church in Cherry Hill. Bishop Walter Precision Valve Corp. Other major donors were: Star Auto Parts, IBM of Armonk, N.Y., the Yonkers Firefighters Mutual Aid Association (Local 628), the United States Surgical Corp. and Heritage Village Pharmacy, as well as several individuals. (Continued on page 15) No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM

DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETINGS

effort on the district's celebrations of the Syracuse-Utica UNA centennial, which took place in SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse- October 1994. Utica District Committee of the Ukrainian Nicholas Welych, the district treasurer, National Association held its annual meet­ reported on finances. Ivan Pyndus spoke ing here on April 22, under the chairman­ on behalf of the Auditing Committee and proposed that a vote of confidence be ship of Walter Korchynsky, who is the given the outgoing district board. chairman of the district and a UNA advi­ sor. The Rev. Koch then proposed that the entire district board be re-elected to another UNA Secretary Martha Lysko and term, and his suggestion was approved by Advisor Korchynsky attended as repre­ all present. The district officers are: Mr. sentatives, respectively, of the Home Korchynsky, chairman; Walter Rewiuk, Office and the General Assembly. vice-chairman; Mr. Seredowych, secretary; Mr. Korchynsky opened the meeting by Mr. Welych, treasurer; Mr. Pyndus and greeting all present and asking the Rev. Dr. Gregory Hawryshkiw, auditors. Myron Koch to recite an opening prayer. Next, Mrs. Lysko addressed the meet­ The minutes of the 1994 annual meeting ing. She focused her remarks on the were presented by the secretary, Michael importance of enrolling members and on Seredowych, and they were accepted as how to attract members into the UNA, read. especially those who had once been At the Syracuse-Utica District Committee meeting (from left) are: Walter Officers' reports covered all aspects of UNA'ers but, for one reason or another, Korchynsky, Ivan Pyndus, Martha Lysko and Michael Seredowych. the district's activity during the past year. had lost their membership. Mr. Korchynsky highlighted his work in The UNA secretary also reported that younger generation to serve as branch sec­ Following Mrs. Lysko's remarks, there visiting the district's branches and partic­ new UNA membership application forms retaries. She also spoke about the UNA's were many comments and questions from ipating in deliberations in preparation for are being prepared, small branches are publications, including Svoboda and The those gathered at the meeting. Once delib­ the UNA convention in Pittsburgh. He being merged with larger ones, and UNA Ukrainian Weekly, and about develop­ erations had ended, all were invited for also noted that he had expended much officers are attempting to enlist the ments at the UNA resort, Soyuzivka. refreshments prepared by Mrs. L. Welych.

Bachynsky for chairing the event. Mr. Blahitka then reported on the New York The district chairman stated that the Woonsocket financial status of the UNA both on the district level as well as nationally for the NEW YORK - The annual meeting of New York District had enrolled 89 mem­ WOONSOCKET, R.I. — The UNA year ending December 31, 1994. This the UNA New York District Committee bers for a sum of $714,000, realizing its District Committee of Rhode Island and was held at the Self-Reliance hall here, with quota by 59 percent. The average amount Southern Massachusetts held its annual included a discussion of some significant representatives from 11 branches and guests of insurance per certificate was $8,022. meeting on Saturday, April 8, here at St. changes the UNA was in the process of present, including the following members Leading the organizing effort was Michael's Orthodox Parish Hall. making relating to the UNA building, Svoboda, insurance products and of the UNA General Assembly: President Mrs. Bachynsky (Branch 184) with 12 The meeting was called to order by Soyuzivka. Ulana Diachuk, Treasurer Alexander new members. She was followed by: the district chairman, Leon Hardink, who Blahitka, Auditor John Wynnyk and John Pryhoda (Branch 200), 10 mem­ opened the meeting with a prayer. Mr. Blahitka also reported on the Honorary Member Mary Dushnyck. bers; Maria Kulczycky (Branch 8) and Next, a roll call was taken. Delegates scholarships provided by the UNA and District Chairman Dr. Wasyl Luchkiw Olga Liteplo (Branch 361), eight each; from Branches 93, 177, 206 and 241 the Blackstone Valley Ukrainian opened the meeting by greeting all and Eustachia Milanytch (Branch 450) and were in attendance, while Branches 73 National Home over the past year, which presenting the agenda. First, a presidium Mrs. Dushnyck (Branch 293) each had and 122 were not represented. Twenty- included several local scholarships. Mr. was chosen consisting of Mr. Wynnyk, five; M. Klymyshyn (Branch 5) and five UNA members attended the meet­ Blahitka announced that the Blackstone chairman, and Nadia Sawchuk, secretary. George Yurkiw (Branch 130) each had ing. Valley Ukrainian National Home had just donated another $15,000 to the UNA A nominating committee was elected, four; John Choma (Branch 293), M. Theodore Klowan read the minutes of Scholarship Fund. comprising John Choma, Zenovia Hrehorovych (Branch 489), M. the last meeting in English, and the trea­ Zarycky and John Kostiw. Reynarowycz (Branch 158), Iwan Sierant surer's report was read by Janet Bardell. After a question and answer period The chairman then called on Ms. (Branch 86) and Mrs. Zarycky (Branch Next, Dmytro Sarachman reported on with Mr. Blahitka and Mr. Hardink, the Sawchuk to read the minutes of the 1994 327) each had two. local social events over the past year. meeting was adjourned and participants enjoyed a nice collation. annual meeting, which were duly accepted. The following had one member each: District members attended the Garden Thereupon, Dr. Luchkiw gave his Dr. Luchkiw (Branch 16), N. Smith State Ukrainian Festival last June; the report as district chairman. The major (Branch 200), M. Demczur and M. 1995 festival will be moved from June to event of the year was the celebration of Zalipsky (Branch 204), C. Bezkorowajny September, and a trip is planned at that UNA Insurance Sales Offices the UNA centenary, with a liturgy at St. (Branch 256) and B. Chupa (Branch 325). time. The Caravan Festival in Toronto George Ukrainian Catholic Church and a Regrettably, several branches did not enlist may also be of interest this year, Mr. Ukrainian National Association Inc. banquet at the Ukrainian National Home. Sarachman noted. On June 10, a dinner even one new member; this should be cor­ 30 Montgomery St. Speakers included Mrs. Diachuk and Dr. rected in 1995, said Dr. Luchkiw. dance will be held at the Embassy Club (P.O. Box17A) Jaroslaw Padoch, former UNA secretary Dr. Luchkiw also spoke of the 33rd in Woonsocket, R.I. in honor of the 85th Jersey City, NJ 07303 and now an honorary member of the UNA Convention and the participation of anniversary of the Zaporozska Sich UNA Phone:(201)451-2200 General Assembly. During the banquet, district delegates, as well as the attendance Branch and the 100th anniversary of the fax:(201)451-2093 branch secretaries were honored and of district members at the New York-New Ukrainian National Association. vocal ensemble Lastivka provided enter­ At this time, Ms. Bardell introduced tainment. Dr. Luchkiw thanked Barbara (Continued on page 14) several new UNA members from St. Ukrainian National Association Inc. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Parish in 1 Eva Road, Suite 402 attendance. Etobicoke, Ontario After the trustees reported that all was Canada M9C 4Z5 going well in the district, the election of phone: (416) 626-1999 new officers was held. fax: (416) 626-3841 The following UNA members were nominated and unanimously approved as officers for the next year: Mr. Hardink, Ukrainian National Association Inc. chairman; Alexander Chudolij, vice- Benson Manor chairman; Ms. Bardell, treasurer; Yuri 101 Washington Lane, Suite 126A Kalita, Ukrainian secretary; Mr. Klowan, Jenkintown, PA 19046-4232 English secretary; Mr. Laba, Irene Furman and Mrs. Trenkler, trustees; Mr. Phone:(215)887-8823 Sarachman, fraternal activities coordina­ fax: (215) 887-8825 tor. Mr. Hardink then introduced the guest Ukrainian National Association Inc. speaker for the meeting, UNA Treasurer 5691 State Road Alexander Blahitka. Mr. Blahitka opened Parma, OH 44134 his presentation by presenting District phone: (216) 888-4919 Chairman Hardink with a pen/clock desk set to recognize the district's hard work fax: (216) 888-3450 lvIeinbeirs oft]he.UNA'sNew_ УЯ"КРМгіс| at their recent annual meeting, and the 100th anniversary of the UNA.. THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25 A Father's Day remembrance THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY Bohdan Robak, a member of the I became a psychologist. In my profes­ Ukrainian community in the Newark/ sion I learned many approaches to help­ MaplewooaVIrvington, N.J., area, died on ing others. I adopted the approach to psy­ Fleet in murky waters May 13 at the age of 80. His passing was chotherapy of Carl Rogers. Although The West has welcomed the Ukrainian-Russian accord on the Black mourned by his wife, Maria, longtime The focal point of Rogers theory is Sea Fleet, and Ukrainian and Russian government spokespersons have tried to teacher of Ukrainian studies at St. John the that the most important element in psy­ put the most positive spin on it, there is ample reason to temper such optimism. Baptist Ukrainian Catholic School; chil­ chotherapy is the relationship between It should be noted that, at least partially, the agreement was the result of pressure dren, Rostyslav and Roksolana with their the doctor and the person he is working applied by President Yeltsin, as he had refused to sign a bilateral friendship treaty spouses and children; and other relatives. with. A therapeutic relationship is one until the fleet issue was resolved and tightened the economic screws on Ukraine. At memorial services, Dr. Rostyslav based on unconditional acceptance. To his credit, Mr. Kuchma did hold his ground and did not give Russia Robak, a psychologist affiliated with I have come to understand adoles­ everything it wanted. Most notably, he did not give Sevastopil away to Russia Pace University in Pleasantville, N.Y., cence and young adulthood as crucial which wanted that entire city, the Black Sea Fleet's home port, to be under delivered the following remembrance of times in the development of the human Russian control. At least some measure of Ukraine's sovereignty was safe­ his father. We publish it below as a trib­ soul. During this period we seem to need guarded as the bilateral agreement allows the Russian fleet to base its ships in ute to all fathers on Father's Day. to prove to ourselves that we are lovable, Sevastopil in two of the four bays in the port and the agreement actually refers in spite of what we do. When I look back to "the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation on the territory of Ukraine." by Rostyslav Robak on my adolescence, I see myself doing The precise leasing arrangement has not yet been worked out, however. Jesus told us to love one another with­ many things to irritate my father, to make And that's where the problems begin. out conditions. Indeed, to love each other him angry with me. But, like the father of The Sochi accord, you see, noted merely that the main base of the Black Sea even when we may not like each other. the prodigal son, still my father loved Fleet of the Russian Federation and the fleet's headquarters are located in By far the most important parable me. Because of my father's uncondition­ Sevastopil. 'The Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation uses properties of which Jesus told is that of the prodigal al love and acceptance, I was able to the Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopil and other points" to base its "ships, aircraft, son. It is a story of a young man who grow. Perhaps I became a therapist so border forces, and other properties of an operational, military, technical and does everything to test his father's love. that I could practice my father's lessons support nature." No further details are provided about the location, use or cost Still, the father loves his child uncondi­ of love and acceptance. of leasing such properties. These remain to be hammered out in continuing tionally. My father particularly valued My father taught me these kinds of negotiations between the Russian and Ukrainian parties to the agreement. And, sermons about this parable. I came to things. I had learned of these things from if the past is any indication, there are bound to be further sticking points. realize why. Jesus and from Rogers, but my father A bilateral committee composed of representatives of the two states will deter­ Jesus' parable is the story of forgive­ taught me in a way that endures: by the mine the exact allocation of fleet properties between Ukraine and Russia, within ness. In order to be God-like, in order to way he lived. I was blessed that I was able the general parameters of the Sochi agreement (i.e. that fleet properties will be allow others to grow to their fullest, we to learn about love from him for so long. divided 50-50, but that Russia will receive 81.7 percent, while Ukraine will get must forgive others and love them. But still, it was so quickly that he and 18.3 of the fleet's vessels — the latter point provides for Russia receiving the Long ago, my father had wanted me to I ran out of time together. When he was major portion of ships as Ukraine's debt payment). And then there is the matter become an electronics engineer. It would on his deathbed, he was concerned for of divvying up other properties and reaching agreement on "cooperation and have been good for his business. Instead, me. As he was closing his eyes to sleep joint activity of the Russian Black Sea Fleet and the Naval Forces of Ukraine." I chose to become a psychologist. This his last hours of sleep, his last words to Already some national democratic parties have begun questioning the agree­ was something he had trouble under­ me were "Go home and get some sleep. ment, which is to be ratified by the parliaments of Ukraine and Russia. The standing for a long time. Years after I You're not going to get through this oth­ Ukrainian Republican Party says some provisions of the agreement violate the had finished school, he once asked: "Yes, erwise." Even in his death, he was teach­ Declaration on State Sovereignty of Ukraine. As well the URP notes, there is a real but what do you actually do?" ing me. danger that headquartering Russian Black Sea Fleet on Ukrainian territory can lead Nevertheless, he paid for my education Tatu, I will always try to learn love to destabilization in the Crimea and beyond. The Democratic Party of Ukraine says and kept me going through the long years and forgiveness from you. The part of the Sochi agreement is a positive step, but that "the interests of Ukraine were not when, at the end of each school year, I my soul that is your love will always fully taken into account." Rukh notes it is positive that Sevastopil as a whole was would tell him I wanted to drop out. teach me. not transferred to Russian jurisdiction, but it cautions that the agreement "needs some serious details and corrections" regarding basing and leasing arrangements. So, what can be said about the Sochi summit? It was mostly atmospherics, and 56 people have been hospitalized to be sure, however, it should be pointed out that the resultant accord did break Newsbriefs with cholera in this city in southern a long-standing deadlock. Also, it is the first time Presidents Yeltsin and (Continued from page 2) Ukraine, reported the Associated Press on June 14. One-third of the victims are Kuchma met one-on-one and the first time they agreed on anything — this harvest forecasts. The Financial Times in serious condition. The city has institut­ despite the fact that Mr. Yeltsin had expected Mr. Kuchma would be much eas­ reported on June 13 that Petro Sabluk, ed quarantines and anti-epidemic mea­ ier to work with than his predecessor. first deputy prime minister, said harvest sures. Diphtheria and cholera have But the fact remains that much has not changed, yet. Perhaps a good way to forecasts have been downgraded from a appeared sporadically throughout many illustrate this is to note that on June 12, the day Russia celebrated its independence predicted 25 percent increase over last parts of Ukraine and other nations of the anniversary, all the ships of the Black Sea Fleet raised Russian national flags. year's 35.5 metric ton crop. He now region since the collapse of the Soviet From all of the foregoing, it is apparent why numerous observers in Ukraine expects the harvest to be 40 tons. Union. Last year Ukraine reported 800 have noted that the agreement reached by President Leonid Kuchma and Boris Independent analysts believe that even such cases. Mykolayiv is particularly Yeltsin in Sochi has solved very little and, in fact, left many questions in this that estimate is optimistic. (The Financial susceptible to the disease due to an old bilateral relationship unanswered. These questions will pose a problem for the Times) future as negotiations on the fleet continue. Thus, we dare say, the West's gen­ sewage system that leaks raw sewage eral optimism is a tad premature. British study shows cancer increases into the Southern Buh River. (The Associated Press, Respublika) LONDON — Thyroid cancer rates among Ukrainian children were five CIS Socialists form congress times higher in 1993 than in 1986, the year of the Chornobyl disaster, Britain's KYYIV — Socialist parties from і June Imperial Cancer Research Fund said on countries of the Commonwealth of Turning the pages back... June 1. Valerie Beral, head of the chari­ Independent States meeting here have ty's Cancer Epidemiology Unit, said in founded the Eurasian Socialist Congress, і 20 the journal Nature that from 1986 to Interfax-Ukraine reported on June 6. 1989 the incidence of thyroid cancer in Oleksander Moroz, chairman of the 1853 A popular operatic tenor at the turn of the century, children under age 15 remained steady, Ukrainian Parliament and leader of the jllll Oleksander Myshuha was born on June 20, 1853, in Novyi but then began to increase. (Reuters) Socialist Party of Ukraine, was elected =U Vytkiv, near Radekhiv in Halychyna. After completing his chairman. A party plank emphasizes Meshkov has diphtheria studies at the Lviv Conservatory and in France and Italy, he returned to Lviv to debut "integration processes and humanitarian in Stanislaw Moniuszko's "Haunted Castle." SYMFEROPIL — Yuriy Meshkov, cooperation, development and propagan­ Adopting the stage name Filippi, he was highly successful as the Warsaw Grand recently removed as president of the da of a modern socialist alternative." Theater's first tenor (1884-1892), as a guest performer of the Vienna Imperial Opera Crimea, was rushed to a hospital with Socialist parties from France, Serbia, and in European tours that took him to London, Berlin, St. Petersburg and various diphtheria, reported the Crimea's health Spain and Romania sent observers. points in France and Italy. minister on June 10. Mr. Meshkov had (OMRI Daily Digest) He recorded lieder by Felix Mendelssohn and arias by Moniuszko and Charles barricaded himself in his offices after Ukrainian, Russian companies cooperate Gounod with the Gramophone and Zomophone labels in 1911. These albums are now Ukraine's Parliament abolished the considered valuable collectors' items. Crimean presidency in March and initiat­ MOSCOW — The Transcarpathian Following his stage career, Myshuha taught at the Lysenko Music and Drama ed criminal proceedings against the pop­ production group in Dubove, Ukraine, School in Kyyiv, as well as in Warsaw and Stockholm. ularly elected leader for "gross violations and the Light Ml Helicopter joint stock He was also a patron of the arts, assisting in the publication of Ivan Franko's col­ of Ukraine's Constitution and laws." company in Moscow have concluded an lection of lyric poetry, "Ziviale Lystia" (Withered Leaves) and of the journal Minister Yevgeny Korolenko said Mr. agreement to produce two Mi-34 heli­ Ukrainske Mystetstvo. He also supported the Sadovsky Theater. Meshkov was in serious condition but copter fuselages, said the director of the Myshuha died in Germany in March 1922, leaving his entire estate to the Lysenko not in life-threatening danger..(Reuters) Moscow-based company. He added that Higher Institute of Music in Lviv. there would be more cooperation Cholera reappears in Mykolayiv Source: "Myshuha, Oleksander," Encyclopedia of Ukraine, Vol. 3 (Toronto: University of between the two companies in the future. Toronto Рге5^,1Щ)..г , ,,, rr.re , , ,,w ... _r^. ; . vi MYKOLAYIV — One man has died (OMRI Daily Digest) No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18,1995

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

not have money, but at least it could nity, and the office has done so effectively New York and New Jersey residents, do Opposed to closing demonstrate its great interest in solving this in the past. not receive Svoboda on a daily basis, problem). I, along with other members, feel very because of the postal service's poor deliv­ of UNA D.C. office I hope that something can be done strongly that it is very important to have ery, it would be prudent to change Svoboda before the special meeting of the UNA this office in the nation's capital. The into a weekly publication. Dear Editor: General Assembly in November in order Ukrainian National Association, being I strongly urge the UNA General Allow me to express my dismay and to reconsider this decision. It would be a the leading organization in the Ukrainian Assembly to reconsider its decision to liqui­ strong opposition to the recent decision to long-term investment in the development community in the United States, should date the Washington Office. Furthermore, I close the UNA Washington Office. For of American-Ukrainian relations. be able to find the means to continue strongly recommend that Svoboda be a generations, the Ukrainian National funding the Washington Office. weekly publication for the above-men­ Olexiy Haran Association has been on the cutting edge of As to the subscription fees for two news­ tioned reason. New York political activism on behalf of Ukrainian papers, if higher rates take effect many sub­ Annabelle Borovitcky independence. Now that the age-old dream scribers will discontinue their subscriptions, The writer is a Fulbright Fellow at the Youngstown, Ohio has finally been realized, we cannot afford and consequently we might lose sub­ Harriman Institute, Columbia University, to rest. With Congress preparing devastat­ scribers. Since most subscribers to The writer is secretary of UNA Branch and associate professor of political science, ing cuts to U.S. assistance programs to Svoboda, perhaps with the exception of 320. Ukraine, and instability a constant threat in University of Kyyiv-Mohyla Academy. the former Soviet bloc, it is essential that our community have a strong presence in Washington. UHDC deserves Over the years, the skilled, experienced staff at the UNA office in Washington has applause for ads proven its effectiveness in mobilizing the Dear Editor: political resources of the Ukrainian com­ munity, then intervening with the right Morris Prytulak is wrong when he committee chair or member in a timely states in his letter printed in the May 7 manner on behalf of issues important to issue of The Weekly that the Ukrainian Chomobyl "sealer" heads to Ukraine Ukraine's future. The readers of The Heritage Defense Committee wasted Weekly certainly don't have to be reminded money by placing ads in major newspa­ OTTAWA - Willy Nelson is on the Thousands of dollars, to be sure. how important an independent, stable pers. road again. Not the income tax-evading, , Mr. Nelson has paid for the round-trip Ukraine is to America and to all of Europe, Every ethnic group has well-financed whiskered superstar country singer - he airfare (which KLM has discounted to as well. Unfortunately, there are powerful organizations that defend their interests goes by "Willie" anyway - but the can­ half-price) to Ukraine from his own members of congressional committees - and good name. The UHDC should be dle-making, whiskered would-be sealer pocket, while accommodations and particularly many of the recently elected applauded for its efforts in replying to of the stricken reactor at Chornobyl. meals are covered by his Ukrainian hosts. members - who don't see that and need to slanderous articles and TV programs. Since 1993, the 53-year-old man from Foreign Affairs and International Trade be educated. That's where the UNA office Perth, Ontario - a community in the Canada suggested he formally apply for Peter Terrebetzky Ottawa valley - has claimed that he can assistance, but Mr. Nelson declined, cit­ does such a good job. New York I urge the UNA General Assembly to seal the burned-out, now concrete- ing the mounds of required paperwork. find the means to keep the UNA office encased No. 4 reactor and stop it from However, he recently received a $25 open for the critical months ahead, and Saddened by loss either leaking or collapsing. check from a retired chemist, Helen Griff of then at the next meeting formally recon­ For Mr. Nelson, helping the people of Ottawa, who had read about Mr. Nelson's sider the decision to close the office. This of office in capital Chornobyl has become his personal cru­ plans in The Ottawa Citizen. In a letter she is a crucial time in the history of indepen­ sade. "If we can mitigate the effects now, wrote to Mr. Nelson, Dr. Griff supported dent Ukraine, and the resources must be Dear Editor: we can save the children of tomorrow," his claim: "Where water doesn't get, the found to keep the UNA Washington he explained prior to leaving for Kyyiv rust won't start; including oxidation. Wax I was saddened and disappointed to read on June 9. stops water, oxygen and other gases." Office open and functioning. that the Washington Office of the UNA is 4 Mr. Nelson has gone to Ukraine twice Mr. Nelson is also traveling with Andrew Fedynsky to close because of financial restraints at now, at the invitation of the Ukrainian gov­ $10,000 worth of equipment, including Rocky River, Ohio the UNA. ernment, to explain how he can seal the radiation detectors and meters, protective Considering the fine work of the office, reactor with wax. Quite simply, the man gear, water ("all they have is soda water, and the fact that there is no other such with a Grade 8 education hopes to demon­ vodka and beer"), food ("all they have is Let's find a way to objective, neutral agency in Washington strate how simple paraffin can defy com­ salami and sausages") and eight respira­ for us, this may prove to be a most expen­ plex technology. "What has been attempted, tors, donated by 3M. Last fall, when he maintain D.C. office sive cut in the long run. so far, is like dealing with someone with entered the sarcophagus, Mr. Nelson was Is there any possibility that this decision Dear Editor: multiple fractures, and putting a cast over it only wearing a face mask. He later tested could be reversed, or that this bureau could without setting the bone," he said. for a small amount of radiation in his While I understand that financially the be funded by a collective effort of Ukrainian officials in Canada and lungs. Perhaps as odd as his wax-based UNA is in a difficult position now, it Ukrainian umbrella organizations? Public Ukraine seem to have faith in him. sealant claims, was Mr. Nelson's account seems to me that everything should be relations is something we are just begin­ Ukraine's ambassador to Canada, that a physician recently gave him a clean done in order to keep the UNA office in ning to use - positively. What a shame to Viktor Batyuk, considers Mr. Nelson's bill of health, thanks to his smoking habits. Washington. Sometimes one hears that it is let this go; you don't know what you've "selfless efforts" an "essential help...and "Because I have smoker's cough, I was not necessary now, as Ukraine is indepen­ got til it's gone. of great importance to Ukraine." able to get rid of most of it," he explained. dent, and it has its Embassy in the Orysia Tracz Following the Canadian's visit last year, "Smoking saved my life." American capital. However, the Ukrainian Winnipeg V. Tokarevsky, director general of the Fortunately, Mr. Nelson experienced Embassy is restricted in its opportunities; National Academy of Sciences of one of life's lucky breaks. But he will sometimes it is easier for a lobbying orga­ Ukraine's interdisciplinary scientific and need more than serendipity this time nization than official representatives to Disappointed by technical center, wrote in a letter that around at Chornobyl. Mr. Nelson has solve certain questions and to provide con­ "wax-based technologies seem to be very five days to apply his wax-based theory. tacts. Finally, it is clear that persons born assembly decisions useful to solve [the] environmental prob­ On day six, he is expected to share his and educated in the U.S. know better the Dear Editor: lems caused by [the] Chornobyl disas­ results with the National Academy of technology of solving certain questions. ter... We continue to test yours [sic] materi­ Sciences of Ukraine. And, frankly speaking, I think this point is As a branch secretary I am very disap­ als for different purposes inside of the But if his track record is any indica­ underestimated by Ukrainian diplomats. pointed about the recent UNA General exclusion zone [around Chornobyl]...We tion, Mr. Nelson need not worry. Canada To lose the office on Capitol Hill and to Assembly decisions in regard to the are looking forward with the hope that we Mortgage and Housing Corp. has tested lose good connections is much easier than UNA Washington Office and higher sub­ may form an international team of scien­ his wax sealant in three basements and to rebuild and broaden the Ukrainian pres­ scription rates for Svoboda and The tists and engineers to perform the real job discovered that radon gas levels, which ence in Washington in the future. Ukrainian Weekly. at the really contaminated places." leached from the surrounding soil, had I understand that it is easy to count In my opinion, to liquidate completely This year, Mr. Nelson will be a guest of been reduced by between 85 and 92 per­ somebody's money. But according to the Washington Office is a big mistake, the Prypiat Research and Industrial cent. This procedure, in fact, earned him American (or even Washington) standards, and it will have negative consequences Association in Chornobyl. During his week an honorable mention in 1991 from the the $250,000 which the UNA spends annu­ for the future. The Washington Office there, he will use wax to rustproof the steel U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. ally is not such a great sum. Discussing this has played an important role not only for reinforcing rods - which have been Rio Algom Ltd., a uranium mining problem with Volodyrayr Baranetsky, pres­ the UNA and the Ukrainian community exposed to the weather since the April 26, company in Elliot Lake, Ontario, also let ident of the board of directors of the in the United States, but also in assisting 1986 accident and which keep the so-called Mr. Nelson use a wax membrane to seal Coordinating Committee to Aid Ukraine, I our brothers and sisters in Ukraine. sarcophagus that contains the reactor stand­ in radon gas emitted from uranium tail­ learned that he is sure that, with the help of The Washington Office represents the ing. Mr. Nelson believes the wax will seal ings. The company has written in support other organizations, the UNA could try to Ukrainian National Association in the cracks, which allow rain to come in and of his efforts at Chornobyl. find this money. I would like to add that Washington. U.S. foreign policy is not dic­ radioactive dust to get out. But despite his potential for success, there are also businessmen in the Ukrainian tated by the lobbying of foreign embassies, "In doing this, it should seal the reac­ Mr. Nelson is prepared for his critics. "I diaspora who, perhaps, also could help. it is dictated by U.S. constituents. And one tor permanently, and you don't have to feel that if the [Ukrainian] government Finally, Ukrainian diplomats also could of the roles of the Washington Office is to spend millions of dollars to do it either," uses my technology, there will be a lot of express their unofficial view (Ukraine does mobilize the Ukrainian American commu­ he explained prior to his departure. environmentalists out of work." THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25 Canada's multicultural Toronto MP set to challenge multiculturalism by Christopher Guly you are not in the mainstream. policy under debate Remember not so long ago [during the failed 1990 OTTAWA - Sometime this fall, the government constitutional negotiations] at Meech Lake, the first by Christopher Guly member of Parliament for the Toronto riding of York ministers [former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and South-Weston will introduce a private member's bill to OTTAWA - Although Toronto-area Liberal Member the 12 provincial and territorial leaders] defined Canada repeal Canada's 24-year-old multiculturalism policy and in reference to English-speaking and French-speaking of Parliament John Nunziata may find few allies in the replace it with "non-hyphenated Canadianism." Ukrainian Canadian community for his proposed pri­ Canadians. What that says to my mother, who is an Liberal John Nunziata, 40, the fifth of seven children immigrant to this country and who doesn't speak French vate members' bill to stamp out Canada's multicultural­ born to Italian immigrant parents in Revelstoke, British ism policy, he is right about one thing. There is bound and is not fluent in English, is by their definition, not a Columbia, thinks that multiculturalism "ghettoizes, segre­ fundamental characteristic of Canada. to be a lively debate surrounding the merits and demer­ gates, marginalizes and forces people to become hyphen­ its of Canada's 24-year-old design for a national multi­ ated Canadians because of their heritage." Quite simply, Look around Canada and you see multicultural­ cultural mosaic. the MP, who has served 11 years in the House of ism. If Mr. Nunziata is right about Canada's ethnic tapes­ Commons, does not think the Canadian Multiculturalism try, the fabric is already beginning to show a few holes. That's why we don't need a policy to tell us what is Act, introduced by former Liberal Prime Minister Pierre reality. I remember going to a Canadian Ethnocultural In proposing changes to Canada's official multicul­ Trudeau, works. A form of "uniculturalism" might. turalism policy, Mr. Nunziata suggests that it "forces Council event when the leader of our party at the time, Challenging the way Ottawa views Canada's ethnic [former Prime Minister] John Turner, stood up in front people to become hyphenated Canadians because of communities may be largely sotto voce - a sacred cow their heritage." Not necessarily, says Progressive of the group and boasted about how 55 percent of his akin to universal health care - but it certainly is not riding was multicultural. I sat back and thought, Conservative Sen. Raynell Andreychuk of new. Saskatchewan. "I am a Canadian of Ukrainian her­ "You're totally out of it," because every riding is 100 For the past two decades, several debates have percent multicultural. itage," she explained, while attending the May 31 attacked the very fabric of multiculturalism: some Ukrainian Canadian Professional and Business Francophones feel that it threatens their linguistic posi­ Perhaps the popular notion of multiculturalism is Association of Ottawa's "meet your parliamentarians of tion as one of Canada's two official languages, others non-Anglo, non-Franco and aboriginal. Ukrainian heritage" dinner. view it as an attempt by the dominant Anglo-Saxons to Yes, if you're, for instance, of Ukrainian descent. But The senator was not alone. corral ethnic minorities away from any influence or Ukrainians are often cited for the great eggs they paint "I don't believe in all this hyphenated stuff," said power, and some multiculturalism groups themselves at Easter, or their beautiful costumes and what wonder­ Walt Lastewka, Mr. Nunziata's Liberal colleague in the have cited the policy as a way for politicians to curry ful dancers they are. House of Commons who represents St. Catharines, favor and support from the ethnic vote. Ontario. "Whether people call themselves Ukrainian Do you think that Canada's multiculturalism poli­ Now, Mr. Nunziata, a former lawyer in Toronto, cy has hamstrung ethnic groups? Canadian or Canadian Ukrainian, well that's their busi­ wants to fuel a national discussion on the future of mul­ ness," added Oleh Romaniw, president of the Ukrainian ticulturalism. The government backbencher has already I think that it has set up some roadblocks, but the Canadian Congress. "We are all Canadians who make set the wheels in motion. Ukrainian Canadian Congress [UCC] would exist even up this wonderful mosaic." On April 26, Mr. Nunziata shared some of his views without a policy. For example, you have an equivalent UCC support for multiculturalism is as much historic on the subject with the visible minorities committee of group [the Ukrainian National Association] in the as it is pragmatic; the organization receives about the Canadian International Development Agency in United States. $58,000 from the federal government. The country's Ottawa. He decried the way multiculturalism's focus on But in terms of impediments and barriers, I doubt in multicultural policy was first announced by former "egg painting" has "prevented the full integration of all my mind if it has really put up barriers. I take comfort in Liberal Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau at the UCC's tri­ ethnic groups into mainstream Canadian society." To knowing that the only segment of the population that is ennial meeting in Winnipeg in 1971. question Canada's policy was to risk being labeled a growing is the third who have origins other than French But as Mr. Trudeau's successor, Jean Chretien, racist or bigot. or English. Mainstream Canada is being redefined in the attempts to trim Canada's $548 billion national debt, Some of Mr. Nunziata's ammunition came from a boardrooms and in the classrooms. Mr. Romaniw conceded that the UCC might have to recent Decima Research poll, commissioned by the make do with less. "We expect our funding to drop to Do you then favor more of an American "melting Canadian Council of Christians and Jews, which found pot" approach? zero by next year," he said. "But I've always believed that 66 percent of the people surveyed opposed federal that we should be self-sufficient anyway." funding to ethnic groups; two-thirds of the respondents, I want a government policy that will promote, However, the UCC president expects the Chretien however, agreed that a multicultural society is one of emphasize and encourage what we all have in common government to continue funding cross-ethnic and cross- the "positive ingredients" of Canada. as Canadians. One of the reasons why Canadians are racial collaborations. Over the past three years, the This correspondent recently caught up with Mr. reluctant at times to exhibit patriotism is because we are UCC has co-sponsored two events focusing on seniors Nunziata in his parliamentary office, to further discuss told to celebrate our differences. and business issues with the German and Polish the multiculturalism views of the chairman of the So multiculturalism as we know it to be, in your Canadian congresses. (hyphenated) Canada-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship opinion, has failed? Mr. Nunziata might find some comfort in Mr. Association. Romaniw's entrepreneurial spirit. In a separate inter­ Let's be realistic. I would like to think that it was view, he told The Weekly that "one of the things people What essentially is your message? meant to be totally genuine, but over the years it has become a mechanism to garner the quote, ethnic vote. resent about multiculturalism is the government subsi­ That people would rather be referred to as Canadians dization." with a particular heritage, as opposed to being hyphenat­ Should we then revert to the bicultural policy of Yet that might be the extent of where the twain shall ed. One of the by-products of multiculturalism is a the 1960s? meet in this debate. mind-set in Ottawa that if your skin is off-white or if We have one culture: Canadian. I think one of the Despite his accommodations to fiscal realities, Mr. you wear a turban or have a funny-sounding surname, Romaniw remains a loyal disciple of multiculturalism. things people resent about multiculturalism is the gov­ ernment subsidization. If you ask the average Canadian "The Economist recognizes that Canada can become the who these national [ethnic] organizations purport to rep­ first truly modern country in the world, thanks to our resent, in my case, it's my mom and dad. approach to multiculturalism," he said. "Apart from the people of the First Nations, all of us came here from Your private members' bill will essentially elimi­ somewhere else," he added as he looked out the win­ nate a chunk of the Department of Canadian dow at a series of high-rise buildings dotting Ottawa's Heritage. evening skyline. "See those, we built them. Immigrants Look at that, Christopher. We have a minister respon­ helped build this country." sible for Canadian Heritage [Michel Dupuy] and some­ In turn, Canadians who recognize their heritage can one separately responsible for multiculturalism help build another, explained Andrij Hluchowecky, pro­ [Secretary of State Sheila Finestone]. If you're a black gram manager of the UCC-run Canada-Ukrainian artist wanting funding, you don't go to the Canada Partners program. "For Canadians doing business in Council, you go to multiculturalism. If that isn't a barri­ Ukraine, one of the obvious benefits is to have someone er, I don't know what is. who understands the language and knows the culture," he said. "It's unfortunate that people like John Nunziata But some groups, such as the UCC, could counter forget about this." by saying their official status has allowed them, for Orest Dubas, director of the Ukraine-Canada Policy instance, to pursue trade and investment opportuni­ and Trade Center, agreed, suggesting that Canada's ties with Ukraine. multiculturalism policy works two ways. "Internally, it That is not because of this policy of multiculturalism. can help influence Canadian foreign policy. Externally, These organizations will continue to be there. All too it's an understanding of where and what a person's often these groups consist of professional ethnics who roots are." serve themselves, and this whole concept and notion That sentiment was echoed by Sen. Andreychuk. "I makes them important in their own eyes. 1 don't know am proud of my heritage, of who I am," said Canada's who they are serving, because, as I said, my parents former high commissioner to Kenya and Uganda. "If don't need [Canada's] policy of multiculturalism to we don't know our roots, we won't be able to know guarantee them any rights. We have the Canadian where we go from here." Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which guarantees them Ukraine's ambassador to Canada, Viktor Batyuk, protection against discrimination on the basis of their explained that his country understands the importance of ethnic origin. (Continued on page 18) MP John Nunziata (Continued on page 18) No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 INTERVIEW: How Canadian are Ukrainian Canadian culture and dance? by Andriy Wynnyckyj The writing about it, the thinking about it, the doing it, Toronto Press Bureau the cultural context etc. Dance is a huge part of the human experience, and a particularly significant one for PART I Ukrainians. Prof. Andrij Nahachevsky is the head of the Huculak A country like Hungary, which has about 8 million Chair of Ukrainian Culture and Ethnography at the people, has an institute devoted to music and dance. University of Alberta. He is also the director of the They have about five or six professional scholars, they Dunay dance group in Edmonton. have an archive of about 130,000 dances filmed since He was in Toronto prior to a three-month trip to Kodaly and Bartok's days. There's nothing like that in Ukraine that began on May 16. The trip is being funded in Ukraine, a country of 52 million. part by a grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities So you're going to go to the Ternopil region and Research Council, and is part of a three-year research watch things that are comparable to Shumka, stage project, "New Ethnicity in Ukrainian Canadian Dance." shows, that kind of thing? Give us an idea of the focus of the project you're I will go to stage shows, but I'll be concentrating my currently working on» study on non-stage events. Dances at weddings, dances at parties, social events. I'm trying to figure out what Ukrainian dance is in Canada. In particular, I'm interested in how our dance Is that a way of going to the purest source of what here is a function of the Canadian experience. ethnic dance is? I'm focusing on western Canada, the Prairies, and No, actually, it's not pure. In some sense, it's less I'm also focusing on the part of dance that symbolizes pure. For instance, when you're dancing with your girl­ ethnicity. Dance has many functions in human society, friend, and you have a choice to do some local variant of and one of them is to identify a group. the kolomyika and the polka, if the polka is the latest I've been collecting information on Ukrainian and sexiest trend, you're going to choose the polka. Canadian dance for years now, and this will be my first Thus recreational dance is rarely authentic, because chance to examine the original form as it is, and was, you're not trying to be Ukrainian, you're trying to trap practiced in Ukraine. up your girlfriend, or celebrate a wedding, or whatever. So you're going to do a comparative study? In any case, ethnic identification is not your main mes­ sage. It's a three-way comparison. I want to spend about When you do stage dances, that's a purification three months in and around the town of Borshchiv, process. And yet, at the same time, it's a bastardization. Prof. Andrij Nahachevsky south of Ternopil. I'm going there in part because that's It's like with folks songs that are made into opera or where my grandfather came from. I've done some inter­ poetry. In one sense, it's a form that becomes purified In order for the dance community to get better in views with him and people in Canada who came from by the hand of a master. In another sense, it's also dead Canada, we have to become more grounded in historical there, so I have information about what Canadians from - it has been taken out of the environment where it origins, but also to be looser in our creative explo­ Borshchiv did in the 20th century, and now I want to thrives and evolves. rations. The better we know the village stuff, the more know what Ukrainians who stayed there did at the same But I'm very much interested in both forms - both freely we can range outward from it, with less inhibi­ time. the stage form and the social dances. tion. I'm sure it changed a lot, but this is something that Frankly, I'm going to go to discotheques too, and Who is the intended audience for your study? needs to be studied clearly. It's a triangular comparison clubs. I'm going to try to find out what rock and roll - what's there now, what's here now, and what used to means to [Ukrainians]. To an 18-year-old Ukrainian, The dance community certainly. Also the Ukrainian be, the common source. what does rock and roll mean? What does a kolomyika "intelligentsia" in Edmonton, you know, the people who What's interesting is that I'm pretty sure I can prove mean? What does stage dance mean? What does ball­ "set policy" for what the Ukrainian community sees that Ukrainian dance has turned more Ukrainian in the room dancing mean? I'm not sure if in the town of from its artists. emigration. The function of ethnic identification Borshchiv there will be an example of all of the above, But primarily I want to reach the non-Ukrainian audi­ increases when you're in a minority culture and an eth­ but all of them potentially have to do with how individ­ ence. nic group. In some sense, this goes against the idea of uals express themselves. To explain what it is they're seeing when they assimilation, of a cultural melting pot, and yet it's going In the end however, my main focus will be on those watch Shumka? in two directions at the same time - I think I can prove dances that have something to do with ethnicity. that Ukrainian dance was Canadianized an awful lot. A little bit, but my main motivation is a frustration And that's an affirmation of a distinctly Canadian Are you going to examine generational differences with the constant questioning of "what is Canadian cul­ identity. That's what makes [dance in Canada] different in dance? ture?" from what emerges in Ukraine. Certainly it has to be a historical study. I want to doc­ People say, "We're not Americans, we're The stuff that's done by [Ukrainian Canadian dance ument things, try to put myself in people's shoes. I also Canadians." So what is Canadian culture? Is it Bob and group] Shumka was clearly invented in Canada. That want to trace the various aspects of dance back until Doug Mackenzie [satirical characters popularized by kind of thing was never done in Ukraine. I would argue they reach a common ground in my great grandfather's Saturday Night Live]? What is ethnic, and is that for­ that this is true of every other dance group that's active generation. eign? in Canada as well. And one of the easier ways to map change is to ask That seems to be a point of attack in Canada at Any group that's creating anything is doing so out of an 80-year-old, a 60-year-old, a 40-year-old, a 20-year- the moment. the Canadian context - our sense of theater entertain­ old, and then take a look at what you've got. ment; of what is exciting, what is boring; what is sexy, Definitely. Both federally, and provincially in But as I've said before, the principal way I want to how a female is supposed to move; what is proper, what Alberta. It's not a matter of just cutting multicultural arrive at an understanding of the essentially Canadian is gross - all of that is born of our Canadian values. programs to save money. First of all, the savings are not form of Ukrainian dance is by going to its ostensible great, and so the issue is not the dollars. How is all that demonstrated through a trip to point of origin. So I'll be going to about five areas in What opponents of multiculturalism seem to be say­ Ukraine? Ukraine. ing is that diversity and tolerance are not a priority for In addition to Borshchiv, I'll also be going to I want to go to a place where people haven't been us. It's a message that "what we want is for you to toe Toporivtsi, in Bukovyna. Smoky Lake [a town in influenced by a Canadian ethos. Brazil would have been the line and be normal," because diversity is too hard to Alberta, populated largely by Ukrainians] is mostly peo­ good, but Ukraine is the source, and it also has changed manage. And I've got a problem with that. ple from Toporivtsi. I've studied people in Smoky Lake, an awful lot. So if I can demonstrate how Canadian Shumka is, now I want to do Toporivtsi. I also have a great desire to document the forms and maybe Canadian policy makers won't be pleased, but styles of dance in Ukraine, because no studies have ever That's Kostash country, right [home of Myrna they'll be faced with a solid argument. been published. Most of the other Eastern European Kostash, best-selling Ukrainian Canadian author of The Royal Bank [the major sponsor of Shumka's countries have had hundreds of thousands of dances "All of Baba's Children"]? latest tour] seems to agree that it's mainstream recorded. That's right. And that involves some of what I want Canadian. That seems hard to believe. No Ukrainian study of to examine. Because this involves some of what has Sure. And that's how Shumka got them to sign on, by dancing has been published? Nothing in the late 19th become part of Ukrainian Canadian mythology. marketing themselves as very Canadian. and early 20th centuries with all those populists There are obviously some things that I don't want to In the dance world, there's the classical dance, ballet around? [denigrate], but there are others that need to be looked at and so forth; there's jazz dance, which has risen from its so that we can break free, change the conceptual image In the 1930s, Roman Harasymchuk did a lot of work status as "the stuff done by black artists"; and then we work with as artists. in compiling descriptions of kinds of dance, and he pro­ there's everything on the periphery, whether it's Irish, vided his own analysis of how they developed and so The dominant mythology holds that village dance is Ukrainian, Italian, or what have you. on. But this was never published in Ukrainian. It was eternal and purely Ukrainian and ideal, and that's the We need to change this "us versus them" arrangement. printed in Polish in 1939, but it is not generally known goal. Anything other than this "truth" is wrong. or used. Nobody in Ukraine is doing anything about it. People like Shumka already don't think that's the So Ukrainians have to reduce people's paranoia I would also like to give a kick start to choreology in case. But most of us have to get over these kinds of that we're taking over their lives. Ukraine. I'm not sure exactly how and where yet, but I notions. If we dispel чоте of these romantic concep­ That's right, it is their life. You don't have to make a know some people I can work with. tions, 1 mink Ihts wi . ~ett:' a,;ov .13 to be active Canadian culture. ,Vc r /ea'Jj' 7ч; /e 've - ' of 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18,1995 No. 25 AFTER A SLOW START, 1995 UKRAINIAN PRE-i by Roman Woronowycz before they enter worldwide competition in 1996." Mr. Chyzowych emphasized that the money will SCORES HORSHAM, Pa. — Not until after the last point not go to waste. "It will not go back to Kyyiv where was scored, and the victors received their medals the bureaucrats might get their hands on it," he said. and trophies was it certain that the Memorial Day Soccer He also underscored that the fund-raising effort is Pre-Olympicr Sports Jamboree held at the Men GP W T L Points Medal a diaspora-wide affair. "We are trying to get as much Ukrainian-American Sports Center Tryzub near 1. Lev, Philadelphia 4 3 1 0 7:1 Gold* financing as possible to create a pool of money by Philadelphia would be a success. In the end every­ 2. Tryzub, Philadelphia 4 3 1 0 7:1 Silver which the diaspora can show its support," said Mr. one was satisfied. 3. Levy/Kryla, Chicago 4 2 0 2 4:4 Bronze Chyzowych. "We want to make sure the entire dias­ Most importantly the Regional Ukrainian 4. Lytsari Khrysta, Glen Gove 4 1 0 3 2:6 pora gets credit for what we are doing." Olympic Committee of Philadelphia, which co-spon­ 5. Chemyk, Detroit 4 0 0 4 0:8 Unmistakably, the teams, which paid to play, sored the event with the Tiyzub Sports Club, raised * Awarded based on total goals differential the $10,000 it set as a goal to support Ukraine's showed widespread support for the cause. Even a Men over 35 1996 Olympians heading for Atlanta, Ga. soccer team of seminarians from St. Josaphat After the first day of the jamboree, held in Monastery of the Basilian fathers in Glen Cove, 1. USC, New York 2 2 0 0 4:0 Trophy Horsham, Pa., skeptical voices could be heard N.Y., took part. The Lytsari Khrysta (Knights of 2. Karpaty, Toronto 2 1 0 1 2:2 Trophy announcing the competition a failure. The best Christ), many of whom are from Brazil, unfortu­ 3. Tryzub, Philadelphia 2 0 0 2 0:4 spring day thus far had attracted far fewer specta­ nately, could not copy the success of their tors than had been expected to this multi-city Brazilian professional brothers who won the Volleyball showcase of North American Ukrainian amateur World Cup in 1994. sports talent. Also going down to defeat was the Zhupan soccer Men Medal I On Sunday, however, throngs of people arrived team, a group of boys in the under 16-year-old age 1. Tryzub, Philadelphia Gold to fill Tryzubivka to capacity on a cold, rainy day, bracket from Lviv, Ukraine, who lost 2-1 in an exhi­ 2. Levy, Chicago Silver as if to prove the cynics wrong, and to watch bition game to a non-Ukrainian team from Fox 3. Sitch, Newark, Bronze teams from Philadelphia, Detroit, Chicago, Chase, Pa., who were 1994 Pennsylvania state cham­ SUM, USA (tie) Toronto and New York compete in soccer, volley­ pions. 4. Ukrainian Cultural Center, Warren, Mich. Bronze The woes of the losers aside, some disappoint­ ball, tennis and golf. Women Medal ment did exist because several clubs from the East Jaroslaw Kozak, vice-president of the 1. Levy, Chicago Gold Coast did not register teams. "It was disheartening Ukrainian-American Sports Center and director of I 2. Ukrainian Cultural Center, Warren Silver to us that the clubs and youth organizations within Tryzubivka, said that 1,500 people ended up L_3. Tryzub, Philadelphia Bronze watching the 350 or so participants who had regis­ a 100-mile radius showed up in small numbers," tered for the various events. And even though the said Mr. Kozak. "The Midwestern clubs were the cost of the three-day celebration of athletics came majority. They deserve thanks." Tennis to $30,000, money was still raised for Ukraine's The facilities and the Tryzubivka estate at (Medal winners only listed) Olympians. which the seminarians and the other athletes par­ 1. George Sawchak, Tryzub, Philadelphia Gold "We made money," said Mr. Kozak. "Our goal ticipated were top notch. "The place hasn't looked 2. George Hrabec, KLK, Boston Silver was $10,000, and preliminary indications are that this good since 1988," said one athlete. (In 1988, 3. Alexander Terleckyj, Levy, Chicago Bronze we are going to achieve our goal." Tryzubivka hosted similar games commemorating Alexander Olynec, Tryzub, Philadelphia (tie) For the 220 Ukrainian Olympians currently the millennium of Ukrainian Christianity.) scheduled to participate in 28 sports in the Mr. Kozak agreed. "We have 38 acres here at Summer Games of 1996 that could be the addition­ Tryzubivka, and they were looking better than Golf al financial push needed for them to properly ready ever," he said. (Medal winners only listed) themselves for competition. Ihor Chyzowych, Asked if he and the organizers were happy with 1. George Baer, Tryzub, Philadelphia Gold president of the Regional Ukrainian Olympic the weekend's results, Mr. Kozak answered, 2. Bohdan Aniuk, Tryzub, Philadelphia Silver Committee of Philadelphia said, "We want to "Absolutely, an event like this rejuvenates you." 3. Oleh Kinal, Chernyk, Detroit Bronze make sure the 220 prepare themselves this year Following are the results of the competitions.

Lytsari Khrysta and SUM, USA, play soccer on a beautiful Saturday afternoon.

Jaroslaw Kozak (left), vice-president of the Ukrainian-American Sports Center, and Dior Chyzowych, president of the Regional Ukrainian Olympic Committee of Philadelphia. Detroit Chernyk soccer players relax after their game. No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18,1995 .YMPIC SPORTS JAMBOREE FINISHES STRONG

'* л ' - - *s'- • Tennis awards ceremony. From left: George Hrabec, Boston KLK (second place); George eh Kinal (left), Detroit Chernyk, and winner George Baer, Philadelphia Tryzub, await Sawchak, Philadelphia Tryzub (first place); Alexander Olynec, Philadelphia Tryzub, and their turn at the first tee in golf tournament. Alexander Terleckyj, Chicago Levy (third place tie). 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25

warned that Chornobyl has just begun to Planning a trip to WEST ARKAI Connecticut chapters... take its toll on the affected region. 2282 Bloor St. W., Toronto, Ont., Canada M6S 1N9 (Continued from page 3) "We Americans are a restless, impa­ tient people. We crave instant results. University, the Veselka Dance Ensemble, UKRAINE? Gifts Unfortunately, Chornobyl is a long-last­ which had raised $8,000 for a blood ana­ Ukrainian Handicrafts ing, unfinished disaster. 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SPORTSLINE СОЮЗІЄКА • SOYUZIVKA "Vic Diamond" enters Following his meteoric rise and the win Ukrainian National Association Estate of the Philadelphia featherweight PAL Boxing Hall of Fame Foordmore Road Kerhonkson. New York 12446 novice championship, he moved to the 914-626-5641 FAX 914-626-4638 by Walter Karpinich lightweight division (135 pounds). The shift brought him to South Philadelphia's PHILADELPHIA - Boxing fans in the Passyung Gym and to Mickey Diamond, a Are you looking for a convenient retirement residence Philadelphia area might recall the name of former boxer-turned-trainer, who became Viktor Lietkewycz, a talented boxer who Vic' s career-long manager. The highlights for youself and/or a family member? competed under the professional name of of his spectacular amateur days include If you are a member of the Ukrainian National Association and in good health "Vic Diamond." 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A match er, sister and mother came to America in widely promoted by James Coletto in Marta Lopatynsky, M.D. 1951 and settled in Philadelphia. which Vic Diamond fought Marcel Bizien At the age of 16, and full of youthful ended in a draw in Union City, N.J. A tele­ OPHTHALMOLOGIST enthusiasm for the sport of boxing, he vised rematch with Marcel at New York's joined the 26th Police Athletic League Madison Square Garden, in a preliminary Boxing Club. Despite his mother' s strong bout before a championship fight of Jose Announces her association with D. Benedetto, M.D. providing objections, he began training under Charlie Torres, gave Viktor nationwide exposure. comprehensive eye care including routine eye examinations, Grassburg in the featherweight class (126 pounds). (Continued on page 15) medical, surgical, and laser treatment of ocular diseases. Surgery for cataracts, corneal transplants and surgery for nearsightedness. 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ment crisis last year. їШОл Marchuk named... Born on January 28, 1941, in the vil­ Dear subscribers and UNA members! (Continued from page 1) lage of Dolynivka, Kirovohrad region, Mr. Marchuk studied to be a teacher and S Are you aware that, thanks to the UNA "Fund for Rebirth of Ukraine," Oleksander Moroz that a government pro­ a lawyer. ~ much has already been accomplished and many other projects are still in gram for implementing reform would be In 1963 he began working in the KGB ~ L_^ ^ progress in the establishment of an independent, democratic, law-abiding submitted to the Parliament not in two network, at the Council of Ministers of ^o НЇ^ Ukrainian state? months' time, as stated in the constitution­ al agreement, but in a few weeks, so that the Ukrainian SSR, rising through the So far the fund has expended the sum of $544,000 towards many worthwhile undertak­ the legislature could review it before ranks to become the first deputy head of ings, namely: recessing for summer holidays on July 14. the Committee on State Security (KGB) of the Ukrainian SSR. Our fund granted a scholarship for one student from Ukraine to study at the Harvard Mr. Marchuk, who has been part of Ukrainian Summer Institute in 1994. This project is sponsored by the Education Fund of President Kuchma's team since being In June of 1991 he was named a state the Ukrainian American Professional and Businesspersons Association of New York named deputy prime minister last July, minister of defense, national security and and New Jersey. has also been in the administration, rising emergency situations, and in November of that year he became the head of the If you feel that the UNA'S active role to the top of the government in the last 11 months. Security Service of Ukraine, the succes­ in the rebirth of Ukraine is effective, sor organization to the KGB. then we ask for your support and gen­ On October 31 of last year he assumed the posts of first deputy prime minister Mr. Marchuk is married and has two erous donations in order that we may sons. He speaks Ukrainian, Russian, successfully continue our task. and chairman of the President's Coordinating Committee to Fight English and German. Please make your checks payable to Corruption and Organized Crime. He The Ukrainian National Association - Fund was also asked by President Kuchma to On June 13 Ukrainian Television an­ for the Rebirth of Ukraine, 30 Montgomery head the Ukrainian delegation to the nounced President Leonid Kuchma's sec­ Street, Jersey City, NJ 07303. Black Sea Fleet negotiations with Russia, ond move as he reorganizes his Cabinet: the and traveled often to Moscow to discuss dismissal of Deputy Prime Minister Ukrainian-Russian relations with his Volodymyr Plitkin, who was in charge of counterpart, Oleg Soskovets. construction and transport. Mr. Kuchma has Mr. Marchuk also served as Ukraine's stated his intention to reduce the number of Re: Mail delivery of The Weekly special envoy during Crimea's govern­ deputy prime ministers from eight to three.

It has come to our attention that The Ukrainian Weekly is often delivered late, the Modified American Plan (two meals a or irregularly, or that our subscribers sometimes receive several issues at once. New York day) to attract younger people and children. (Continued from page 5) Also, UNA districts should sponsor bus trips to Soyuzivka as part of their fraternal We feel it is necessary to notify our subscribers that The Weekly is mailed out Jersey organizing meeting held last October activities, she said. Friday mornings (before the Sunday date of issue) via second-class mail. in Jersey City, at which 40 percent of the participants were from New York. Mr. Blahitka raised many vital points If you are not receiving regular delivery of The Weekly, we urge you to file a In reporting on the preparations for the concerning the UNA's financial opera­ complaint at your local post office. This may be done by obtaining the U.S. Postal 100th anniversary event in New York City, tions: subscription fees for Svoboda and The Ukrainian Weekly, higher costs for Service Consumer Card and filling out the appropriate sections. Mrs. Bachynsky expressed her apprecia­ tion to her committee, especially to Ms. postage and paper, UNA investments, the Sawchuk, program chairman, as well as UNA building, Soyuzivka expenses, the Dr. Luchkiw, S. Kosovych, Mr. Choma Fund for the Rebirth of Ukraine, etc. and UNA executives. Mr. Blahitka advised secretaries to Reporting next was the treasurer, Mr. study for licenses in order to work as pro­ Choma, who enumerated the details of fessional insurance salesmen. He conclud­ scope traaoel foe the district's finances. The head of the ed that an influx of new members could 1605 Springfield Ave, Maplewood NJ 07040 Auditing Committee, Michael Spontak, help alleviate the UNA's problems. commended the treasurer and other dis­ Mr. Wynnyk averred that the UNA has 201 378-8998 or 800 242-7267 trict officers for their diligence. He pro­ to increase revenue and decrease expenses. The most popular of tours: IVANO HUTSULKA FRANKTVSK, the majestic Carpathians posed a vote of confidence for the board, Local branches should contribute more to with their colorful Hutsul folklore, LVIV, which was given unanimously. the growth and prosperity of the UNA and Lufthansa Airlines the 19th century gem of western Ukraine All inclusive DELUXE Tour and KYYIV, in all its.golden-domed glory. At this point, the Nominating ensure the furtherance of fraternal and 14 days Optional: 3-day stay in TERNOPIL or community life, he added. LUTSK Committee headed by Mr. Choma present­ from $2000 ed the following slate, which was elected Following the presentations by the unanimously: Dr. Luchkiw, chairman; Mr. executives, a discussion ensued concern­ A very comprehensive tour of western HISTORICAL Ukraine: KYYIV, LUTSK, LVIV, Kostiw and Dr. Dmytro Bodnarchuk, vice- ing the $1.80 Contributions Fund, the TVANO FRANK1VSK, CHERNIVTSI, chairmen; Ms. Sawchuk, secretary; and Book of Facts about the UNA, which is CASTLES VINNYTSIA and ODESSA, with over If additional cities visited en route. I"he Mr. Choma, treasurer. Committee chair­ to be printed, the Toronto and Cleveland Lufthansa Airlines sensation of our 1994 program! Alt inclusive DELUXE BUS Tour persons are: press - Walter Lewenetz sales offices, the mailing of UNA publi­ 19 days from $2500 (Ukrainian) and Ms. Dushnyck (English); cations, and other matters. program - Sam Liteplo; organizational - In delineating a plan of activity Dr. A perfect ending to the above tour: Relax Шт HISTORICAL ' '•';:<"~y£ ~^Kyyiv4_J^^ aboard an 11 day deluxe CRUISE from Marion Klymyshyn and Olga Liteplo; Luchkiw stressed the paramount need for ODESSA, around the Crimean Peninsula: more members, with each branch trying CASTLES + Cruise YALTA, SEVASTOPOL, and up the members-at-large - Roman Forostyna, !^Є^!^\ Dnipro River through KHERSON, Ivan Darmohid and Maria Szeparowycz. to enroll at least five new members, a Lufthansa Airlines ZAPORIZZIHA, KREMENCHUK, All inclusive DELUXE BUS Tour % bus trip to Soyuzivka, visits to branches, •Ukraine <£/ ?J KANIV to KYYIV. Auditing Committee members are: Mr. 29 days ^%^.;;. from Ч200 Spontak (chair), Mrs. Zarycky and Taras district committee meetings four times a Schumylowych. year and continued aid to Ukraine. Just right for visiting relatives and friends PODOLANKA in IVANO FRANKIVSK, TERNOPIL, In her remarks, Mrs. Diachuk initially Ms. Dushnyck reminded all that LVIV, and KYYIV - yet enjoying full action letters should be an ongoing pro­ Air Ukraine group services with SCOPE thanked the district and Mrs. Bachynsky for All inclusive Tour a well-prepared observance of the UNA's ject, especially in connection with such 17 days 100th anniversary, but she noted that, for issues as defamation by "60 Minutes," such a large center as New York, the event where the defense of Ukraine is neces­

Most spectacular music event in Eastern should have been better attended. sary. KYYIV MUSIC Europe, over 15 concerts in all. Symphony The president detailed the organizing Dr. Luchkiw called for a moment of orchestras of Kyyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, FESTIVAL Donetsk, Odessa; chamber ensembles, activity 1994, noting that its results could silence in memory of Michael Juzeniw, soloists PLUS the best known choirs: Lufthansa Airlines Kyyiv State Capella Dumka, Odessa Opera have been more positive. A main con­ long-time secretary of the New York Sep 30 -Oct U, 1995 Choir, Lviv Trembita and more. cern now is the search for younger and District Committee, and proposed that a 12 days from 4490 more qualified branch secretaries and the donation be made from the district in Mr. Juzeniw's name to the Plast Foundation. ROXOLANA AIR merging of smaller branches with larger TOUR HOTEL Roxolana ones, she added. Mrs. Diachuk revealed Ending on a positive note, Dr. Luchkiw VISA that the UNA is planning a new stream­ presented Mrs. Diachuk with six new Air Ukraine lined membership application form. applications. In conclusion he thanked all Every Wednesday all for only $1099 (Jul Aug Sep) 8 days The UNA president added that a special for their past and anticipated participation, committee had been formed to study ways and invited them to a repast. LOURDES З нагоди 400-ліття and means to popularize Soyuzivka, such The Rev. Roman Kilar led the gather­ Берестейської Унії as extending the season and implementing ing in a closing prayer. m PILGRIMAGE Lufthansa Airlines Escorted Tour Ш Escort: Kvitka Semanyshyn SEND THE WEEKLY TO UKRAINE To order an air mail subscription to The Ukrainian Weekly for addressees in Ukraine, send AIR ONLY to LVIV, IvFRANKlVSK or KYYIV ліг иьаь* fro,,, $700 $125 for subscription fee and postage costs to: Subscription Department, The Ukrainian tO LVIV Via LH, KLM and Lot (JFK or Newark dprls) from $850 Weekly, 30 Montgomery St., Jersey City, NJ 07302. No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 15

Equipment provided to Ukrainian hos­ Yonkers group... pitals in Lviv, Kyyiv, Ternopil, Sambir, (Continued from page 4) Zaporizhzhia, Pustomyty, Vynnyky, Berezhany, Pochayiv and Chortkiv Apple Computer in Ukraine Paska of Philadelphia and the Rev. include: ventilators, EKG monitors, C- is looking for a few adventurers! Martiniuk, pastor of St. Michael's arm and portable x-ray machines, arthro- Ukrainian Catholic Church have provided If you've thought about working in Ukraine, Apple would like to scopes, laparoscopes, dialysis machines, ample loading space for three EMAU ship­ talk with you about a position at our Ukranian Headquarters in Kiev! eye surgery microscopes, pediatric rigid ments. bronchoscopes, endoscopes, colposcopes Finance Manager The six-month collection saw a concen­ and pacemakers. Orthopedic, cardiac, trated effort by local coordinators Roman Responsible for financial management and reporting, and maintenance of anesthetic and surgical supplies (espe­ Dashawetz, co-founder of EMAU; Anna operating controls. Need: Accounting degree, good communication skills. cially sutures) have allowed target hospi­ Dashawetz, executive director, Aid to tals to sustain an acceptable level of nec­ Ukraine UAYA; Zoryana Kovbasniuk, Software Development Manager essary surgery. Central Jersey coordinator; and Dr. Peter Responsible for directing workflow, recruiting, training and maintainance of EMAU members Mr. Dashawetz, Ms. Kozicky, co-founder of EMAU, schedule and quality control for Ukrainian programming team. Bethlehem, Pa. region. The group solicited Dashawetz and Patrick McDevitt were to' travel to Ukraine to evaluate the March 6 donations by hospitals and medical supply For these or other positions please drop us a note and current resume! firms in the Delaware and Lehigh valleys, shipment's allocation and proper use. New and the Newark, N.J., and Hartford, Conn., orthopedic and pediatric equipment is to Apple in Ukraine, PO Box 470, Brockton, MA 02403-0470 areas. Supplies and technology were be set up in the Hospital for Invalids and e-mail: < [email protected] > assigned to specific hospitals and divisions Repressed in Vynnyky, and the Lviv after assessment this past summer on a Regional Children's Hospital, Specialized major mission by EMAU members to both Chornobyl Problems. Plans will be made Lviv and Ternopil. for a major cardiac surgery mission tenta­ tively planned for this summer. DRUGS & MEDICAL SUPPLIES To date, EMAU has built up a dona­ In addition, EMAU coordinator and FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN UKRAINE tion pool of over 25 hospitals and over a. co-founder Dr. Orest Kozicky is prepar­ dozen medical supply firms. EMAU is ing a significant shipment from the AVAILABLE THROUGH: consolidating its donation efforts to tar­ Yonkers area in the near future. HERITAGE VILLAGE PHARMACY get specific hospitals rather than use a EMAU Medical Relief Fund relies Bazaar Building one-shot approach that creates uncertain­ heavily on donations by hospitals, med­ Southbury, Ct. 06488 ty at the donor hospitals. This method ical supply firms and specialists of med­ • GUARANTEED DELIVERY TO THEIR DOORSTEP also allows for constant reassessment of ical materials and equipment, however, it • FAST AND EFFICIENT SERVICE AND AVAILABILITY needs and a building of confidence in the needs financial support to continue its • UKRAINIAN-SPEAKING PHARMACIST-CONSULTANT local Ukrainian population toward these comprehensive medical aid to Ukraine. hospitals' abilities to provide consistent All administrative and travel expenses Place your free telephone call to: care. are paid for by members out of pocket. EMAU missions, now numbering Donated funds are used to purchase pedi­ 1-800-RX- UKRAINA seven over the past three years, have atric medications to treat leukemia and completed very important "firsts" in other cancers, as well as antibiotics for (1-800-798-5724) helping modernize the Ukrainian medical surgical patients both adult and pediatric. FAX 203-264-6150 system. These include prosthetic hip EMAU carries out unannounced inspec­ surgery, video gastro-endoscopy, high tions to guarantee the appropriate chan­ JAROSLAW AND LESIA PALYLYK, PROP. tech laparoscopic surgery, and special­ neling of donated medical supplies and ized anesthetic management. Specialists equipment so that contributions are not in these areas have been organized by wasted or black-marketed. To all members of UNA Branch 444 EMAU to travel, at their own cost, to EMAU is appealing for financial sup­ specialized hospitals in Kyyiv, Lviv and port for the people of Ukraine, both adults Saskatoon, SK S7H 3T1 Ternopil. They have shared medical and children, in need of care. Please send As of July 1,1995 the secretary's duties of Branch 444 knowledge and techniques with donations to: Medical Relief Fund SUMA in Saskatoon, SK will be assumed by Mr. Al Kachkowski. Ukrainian counterparts, and more impor­ (Yonkers), Federal Credit Union We ask all members of this Branch to direct all correspondence regarding mem­ tantly, equipment and supplies have been (Account No. 6514), 301 Palisades Ave., donated by EMAU for the continuation Yonkers, NY 10703. Donations are tax- bership and insurance, as well as their membership premiums to the address list­ of their newly acquired skills. deductible. ed below: _~~-— Mr. Al Kachkowski Lietkewycz served out the remaining 126 Simon Fraser Crescent months of his two-year stint at Fort Sill, Saskatoon, SK S7H 3T1 (Continued from page 13) Okla., where he continued as head coach Res. Tel: (306) 374-7675 and trainer of the Fort Sill Boxing Team. Though the decision was close, it went in Off. Tel.: (306) 373-6228 His team won the 4th Army Team cham­ Marcel's favor. During Mr. Lietkewycz's pionship in Fort Hood, Texas, and sent Fax# (306) 373-6228 four-year boxing career, before Uncle Sam claimed his services, he fought a total of 59 two contenders for Olympic tryouts. One fights; giving him a record of 53 wins and of the proteges won the Olympic gold. six losses. Reflecting on his boxing career, Mr. Though he stepped out of the boxing Lietkewycz said: "Boxing and Mickey TO ALL UNA MEMBERS: ring in 1961, he did not leave the sport of Diamond, my manager/trainer, in many Kindly be reminded that your dues (premiums) for insur­ boxing. Once a member of the U.S. Army, ways, were good to me: they kept me out ance coverage are payable on the first day of the month, and Mr. Lietkewycz made use of his boxing of trouble. Mickey Diamond was a great experience and skills. In his new capacity trainer, and I applied his teachings to the not at the end, as some assume. as coach of the 1st Cavalry Division men I trained with great results." Then, By paying promptly to your Branch Secretary, you will help Boxing Team in the 8th Army, he took his as an afterthought, he added: "Boxing him/her remit the monthly collection to the Home Office jn a was always on my mind, my thoughts team to the second place in a tournament timely fashion. against the 7th Division Boxing Team. and in my dreams, and I missed it when I was away from it. Through boxing, I met During overseas duty in South Korea, HOME OFFICE OF UNA. Mr. Lietkewycz was appointed assistant many decent people; even to this day coach/trainer under Fatatoga Brown. many remain my friends. Boxing taught Together they trained the 8th Army team to me habits, like keeping fit, for example, represent the U.S. Army in the all Pacific which I still maintain." boxing championships against Okinawa, After his discharge from the military in HURYN MEMORIALS the Philippines, Hawaii and Japan, in 1963, Mr. Lietkewycz pursued education in For the finest in custom made memorials installed in all cemeteries in the Okinawa. The team carried away 14 tro­ engineering and drafting and has worked New York Metropolitan area including Holy Spirit in Hamptonburgh, N.Y., phies, as well as the team championship for several companies as an instrumenta­ and was rated as the best team ever to par­ tion designer. Presently, he, his wife Anna, St. Andrew's in South Bound Brook, N.J., Pine Bush in Kerhonkson and ticipate in such a tournament. and their son and daughter reside in Glen Spey Cemetery, Glen Spey. Following his return to the States, Mr. Allentown, Pa. We offer personal service and guidance in your home. For a bilingual rep­ resentative call: HURYN MEMORIALS Need a back issue? P.O. Box 121 If you'd like to obtain a back issue of The Ukrainian Weekly, Hamptonburgh, N.Y. 10916 Tel. (914) 427-2684 send $2 per copy (first-class postage included) to: Fax. (914) 427-5443 Administration, The Ukrainian Weekly, 30 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N.J. 07302. 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE / 8, 1995 No. 25

249-0 to prepare for a national Russian Voting in Belarus... referendum on uniting Russia with (Continued from page 2) Belarus. Duma Deputy Sergei Baburin, an extreme nationalist and the leader of Russian nationalist and called for support the Russian Public Union, proposed that of the Russian "democrats." In April he the referendum take place on December denied the hard-line politicians, such as 12, the same day as parliamentary elec­ Mr. Zhirinovsky, a monopoly on national­ tions. The communist newspaper Pravda S U ZI ism by asserting tha: Russia would be pre­ described the referendum as the first step pared to use force to defend the interests toward rebuilding the Soviet Union. On of ethnic Russians living in the "near May 18, Belarusian TV reported that abroad." That claim by Mr. Kozyrev Russian and Belarusian customs officials merely codified a policy espoused by the had begun working together to bring the Russian leadership end outlined in its mil­ two countries a step closer to a customs itary doctrine nearly two years earlier. The union. deliberate mixture of ethnicity and citizen­ ship is gravely analogous with Hitler's In the past, Moscow has paid lip-ser­ policy regarding the protection of the vice to Belarusian pleas for closer rela­ rights of Sudetten Germans, which led to tions, deeming them to be desirable in the annexation of Czecho-Slovakia in theory, but too expensive to apply in 1938. practice. However, the campaign for December parliamentary elections in Moscow's activity toward reintegra­ Russia has inspired Kremlin leaders to tion of former Soviet states, with the push more actively for closer integration three Slav states plus Kazakhstan at its with this country. In an attempt to capi­ core, as foreseen by Alexander talize on widespread mass nostalgia for Solzhenitsyn, got a boost after the elec­ the "stable" life of the former Soviet SOYUZIVKA tions of Leonid Kuchma in Ukraine and Union, in a rare TV address, President Mr. Lukashenka in Belarus in July 1994. KOOLZAK GRAFIKA Yeltsin on May 24 promised much closer After all, "restoration of broken ties" political and economic ties between with Russia was a key component of 1995 Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan. their election campaigns. After the referendum in Belarus, the It is no accident then, that the Foreign VOLLEYBALL TRIPLES Kremlin started playing the "good Belarus/ Intelligence Service (FIS) of Russia, bad Ukraine" game. 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June 21 -July 4 Lviv • Frankivsk • Yaremcha • Ternopil/Pochayiv • Kyyiv • Kaniv Belarus was praised for its integration route as Mr. Lukashenka. Fortunately, move. Belarusian Radio on May 19 3. July 5 -July 18 Lviv • Drohobych/Nahuyevchi • Frankivsk • Kolomyya • Kyyiv • Kaniv nothing similar has happened in Ukraine reported that the Russian Energy so far save an unsuccessful attempt by 4. July 19 - Aug 1 Lviv • Uzhorod • Drohobych • Ternopil/Pochayiv • Olesko • Kyyiv • Kaniv Ministry is ready to supply Belarus with Mr. Kuchma to give Russian the status of 5. July 26 - Aug 8 Lviv • Frankivsk • Chernivtsi • Kam • Podilskyj • Vinnytsia • Kyyiv • Kaniv energy at "negotiated" rates rather than "official language." 6. Aug 2 - Aug 15 Lviv • Ternopil/Pochayiv • Frankivsk • Karpaty • Kyyiv • Kaniv world prices, and Russian Energy That caused a furor in Moscow. Minister Yuriy Shafranik was quoted as 7. 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$055МауІ-МауЗО cooperation with Belarus to the State First Main Directorate of the KGB (under Duma for ratification on May 18 - only Kruchkov) dealing with foreign intelligence, New York • Kyyiv "--^^ ! Chicago • Lviv • Kyyiv — >$680 $750 $770 four days after the referendum. The described the activities of Directorate "A" Air Ukraine New York • Frankivsk — Mayl- June 21- Augl- treaty was ratified on Ma> 24 by a vote abroad in his book: "Iz Zhizni Nachalnika June20 July Зі Sept 19 of 333-1. On May 19, the Duma voted Razvedki," Moscow, 1994, pp. 61 -62. No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 17

Poland via Belarus. The development of stronger ties with tion with international organizations, partic­ Voting in Belarus... Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan have the Visegrad countries - Poland, the ularly in gaining membership in the EU. If (Continued from page 16) created a customs union which should be Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia - this new and encouraging direction of is a major step towards Ukraine's mem­ Ukrainian foreign policy gains momentum considerably less than the world price of followed by the creation of a committee bership in European institutions. So far and is supported by decisive practical $80. Mr. Serov linked the price of gas to on mutual protection of borders. As a Ukraine's activity in this direction is far actions, it would signify Kyyiv's under­ Russia's use of military bases in Belarus matter of fact, Ukraine appeared under less than the potential benefits that it standing that its strategic priorities and part­ by pointing out that Minsk is not charg­ the tacit (and sometimes open) pressure could bring to Ukraine. ners are in the West rather than in Eurasia. ing Russia for leasing facilities that of the newly created intergovernmental bodies inside the CIS. Indeed, Mr. The Atlantic scenario, including would cost about $340 million annually. Conclusion In another move, the Belarusian gov­ Chernomyrdin urged Ukraine to join the Ukraine's eventual membership in the ernment has agreed to include 12 customs union on May 16, while signing European Union and NATO, is the most Recent events in Belarus have called Belarusian gas and oil enterprises in the an agreement in Moscow on the creation desirable though remote strategic goal for into question its political and economic joint Russian-Belarus energy concern of joint customs posts with Kazakhstan. Ukraine. A tour of Latvia and Estonia, independence. At the same time, they Slavneft. However, this could raise the Politically Mr. Kuchma now stands which Mr. Kuchma chose to make before have prompted Ukraine to better under­ question of the costs of such "negotiated" against Nursultan Nazarbayev, an adherent traveling to Minsk, suggests the new direc­ stand its strategic priorities and the allies prices to the Russian budget. of a Eurasian union, the "integralist" tion in which Ukraine is searching for part­ it needs to preserve its independence. Lukashenka, and the Primakov-Kozyrev- ners to join the Atlantic club. During these Continuing to pay lip-service to its The lessons for Ukraine Yeltsin team. Who is on his side? Probably, visits Mr. Kuchma declared Ukraine's desire to be friends with Russia, Ukraine desire to reconsider what for many other Belarus has demonstrated in practice Mircea Snegur, president of Moldova, and recently has turned decisively toward the former Soviet states appears to be the what the slogan of the "restoration of bro­ Geidar Aliyev, president of Azerbaijan. At West. irrefutable appeal of closer political, eco­ ken ties" with Russia really means. Herein the CIS meeting in Minsk, Ukraine led a For the West and the U.S. particularly, nomic and military ties with Russia. lies the major lesson for Ukraine. Belarus group of republics, including Moldova, the new internal political divide on the ter­ has virtually lost its language; it has Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan, which In Riga, the capital of Latvia, President ritory of the former Soviet Union signals returned to Soviet-era state symbols and refused to sign agreements on closer politi­ Kuchma and Latvian President Guntis the appearance of an alternative to the holidays; its economy now is an appendage cal and military integration championed by Ulmanis said in a joint Latvian-Ukrainian "Russia-first" policy that was embraced by to Russia's (another question is for how Moscow. But will this informal alliance sur­ statement: "Threats and political pressure the major Western democracies after the long); and its political independence is part vive and manage to withstand Russia's from a bordering state prompt many coun­ break-up of the Soviet Union. During his of the problem rather than the solution. increasing pressure? Again, as was the case tries to want to join reliable and stable recent state visit to Ukraine, President Bill The events in Belarus signify a strate­ in its centuries-long history, Ukraine is political alliances to ensure statehood and Clinton unequivocally stressed that preser­ gic victory for Russia. Russia gets the involved in a search for strategic allies. development." This is the strongest official vation of a strong, independent and demo­ most obedient political satellite in Europe declaration by the Ukrainian president, cratic Ukraine is one of the major strategic Kyyiv reaction without any serious obligations on its implicitly suggesting that Kyyiv, like the priorities of the U.S., and a prerequisite for side. Russia peacefully increases its bor­ One could assert that the events in Baltic states, might eventually try to join maintaining stability in Europe. ders - the main idea of the "reintegra­ Belarus and Russia's reaction to them the NATO as a form of guarantees against Now Ukraine has a chance to increase tion" scenario. At the same time, Russia have had a sobering effect on Kyyiv's increasingly hostile and intolerant Russian its strategic partnership with the U.S. and receives a huge market for its goods that quest for strategic allies. The directions policy toward the countries of the "near the West, and to shift the balance of their cannot compete on the Western or even in which Ukraine might search for its abroad." Needless to say, this has caused assistance from a potentially hostile and East European markets. strategic partners are as follows: Eurasia, dissatisfaction on the part of Moscow. anti-Western Russia to its side. In the With the aim of avoiding gas trans­ implying the "restoration" of broken ties, On another occasion, Mr. Kuchma told wake of Belarusian developments, portation fees through Ukraine to Europe, first of all with Russia; the Visegrad reporters in Riga on May 23, "It is nonsense Ukraine appears to have adopted the Russian Prime Minister Viktor states; and the Atlantic. The example of today for Ukraine to be nonaligned. We are Visegrad-Baltic view that the best protec­ Chernomyrdin has concluded a multi-bil­ Belarus demonstrated to Ukraine the not Switzerland." This line of argumenta­ tion against an increasingly chauvinistic lion-dollar agreement with Poland for "future in the past" that will follow tion was continued in Estonia, where both and imperial Russia is a clear-cut construction of a pipeline from Russia to should it opt for the Eurasian scenario. sides expressed a desire to increase coopera­ Western-oriented foreign policy.

condemned the bilateral agreement. For Ukraine and Russia... example, the Ukrainian Republican Party President Leonid Kuchma's (Continued from page 3) has said that the document is not in Ukraine's national interests, and that the - known by their Russian names as Official State Visit to the United States Parliament should not ratify. Karantinnaya, Yuzhnaya, Sevastopol skaya "Having Sevastopil as the main base of and Streletskaya. Ukraine's officials have the Russian Black Sea Fleet may be a desta­ suggested that two bays will be given to the bilizing factor not only in the Crimea, and Russians for harboring their fleet, and the fact that Russia will control some of the Ukraine will keep two for its naval force. bays and properties of the Black Sea Fleet "Where Ukraine bases its navy is a in Sevastopil may turn a republican city into Ukrainian matter and not subject to bilater­ a Russian-controlled territory." Only al discussions," said Minister Udovenko Sevastopil and Kyyiv have this status, after the Sochi summit. which provides that they are responsible "The issue of the location of the directly to central authorities in Kyyiv. Ukrainian navy is outside the scope of the The Democratic Party of Ukraine, documents signed in Sochi. It is strictly a while acknowledging the importance of domestic matter. This is our territory, and the treaty for Ukrainian-Russian rela­ we will locate our fleet wherever we tions, said in a press release that "the believe necessary," said Mr. Doroshenko. agreement falls short of considering all Earlier, there was talk of Ukraine basing of Ukraine's national interests." its navy in Donuslav and Balaklava, on the Vyacheslav Chornovil, the head of Crimean peninsula, but lately, according to Rukh, said the accord must be reviewed National Security Adviser Volodymyr because it omits such important details as This unique video highlights President Kuchma's official state visit to the United States. The Horbulin, talk has focused on Kyyiv as the the terms of leasing the Sevastopil base. events covered are greeting at J.F.K. Airport, Press Conference - J.F.K. Airport, gala banquet at Ukrainian naval headquarters. "These problems must be decided on the Marriott Marquis in New York, St. George Church visit, speech at the United Nations, Reception at "Other countries have their naval basis of international law," said Mr. the Embassy of Ukraine in Washington; official state presentation, treaty signing and state dinner at headquarters in the capital of their coun­ Chornovil. "A positive aspect of this agree­ the White House. tries, why shouldn't we," he said on June ment is the fact that Ukraine did not turn Price: $30.00 U.S. 14, during a press briefing. over the city of Sevastopil to a foreign $40.00 Canadian Significant questions remain unanswered country, and now the path is open to sign To order call: 1-718-275-1691 after the summit, despite the positive spin the friendship and cooperation agreement." put on events by politicians, the friendly Mr. Horbulin, speaking to journalists, or send in your order to the following address: relations between the two presidents, who summarized the Sochi talks: Ukrainian Television Entertainment kissed three times and hugged at their first "First of all, the summit in Sochi P.O. Box 740232 meeting, and the relaxed atmosphere relieved the tensions in Ukrainian-Russian RegoPark,NY 11374-0232 between the two leaders and their prime relations and this is very important. ministers, who chatted at pool side at the "Secondly, a joint position was reached luxurious Radisson-Lazurnaya on June 9. on the division of the Black Sea Fleet, long The Presidium of the Supreme Council a thorn in relations between the two coun­ of Ukraine, on June 13, instructed its tries. Committee on Defense and Security Issues "Thirdly, the delegations were able to Shipping/Handling U.S. Canadi to review the documents signed in Sochi discuss other problems, such as economic $4.00 $6.00 and to present a report on its position relations between Ukraine and Russia." $2.00 $3.00 regarding ratification of the Sochi docu­ He added, "the summit allowed the Price No. of copies Shipping & Handling Total ments. Presidents Kuchma and Yeltsin have entire diplomatic and political world to (_ said the two countries' Parliaments should breathe a sigh of relief, underscored by the Enclosed is our check i_n )th e amount of $_ made out to: Ukrainian Television Entertainment ratify the agreement. fact that we have gotten numerous com­ * Only for New York State residents. Some national democratic parties have mentaries from nations around the world." 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 No. 25

treat multiculturalism as a tool, a mecha­ Canada's... nism by which Canada and Canadians can СОЮЗІЄКА • SOYUZIVKA (Continued from page 8) access opportunities throughout the world. multiculturalism. "If you are a Hungarian Because Canada cannot afford to be isolat­ ed multiculturally." Ukrainian National Association Estate living in Ukraine, you will be able to attend schools and read newspapers in your native Mr. Lastewka, who chairs the newly Foordmore Road Kerhonksoa New Yak 12446 formed Canada-Ukraine Friendship 914-626-5641 FAX 914-626-4638 language," he said. "Multiculturalism is a means of expressing the vitality of a nation. Group, says that of some 40 parliamen­ Although one national identity is very tary members, only eight or nine claim SOYUZIVKA SUMMER PROGJIAMS 1995 important, as it is in Canada, eliminating Ukrainian heritage. Friday, June 30,10 p.m. Dance "Lvivjany" multiculturalism would be just like elimi­ "They might have a lot of Ukrainians nating multi-religions and insisting that peo­ in their ridings, or know of someone who Saturday, July 1, 8:30 p.m. Concert ple subscribe to one religion instead." is of Ukrainian descent," explained the Vocal-Instrumental Ensemble "Lvivjany" rookie Liberal MP. "But they all recog­ Olya Chodoba-Fryz - vocalist Mr. Dubas said that by supporting mul- Andrij Stasiw - pianist ticulturalism the federal government nize that Ukraine is a developing nation 10 p.m. dance "Tempo"; "Fata Morgana" "ensures that people aren't assimilated," which can offer many opportunities for while strengthening their own identities. Canada to become involved." Sunday, July 2, 8:30 p.m. "Fata Morgana in Concert" Tool or not, Sen. Andreychuk consid­ 10 p.m. dance "Fata Morgana"; "Tempo" "It can help provide a liaison when it comes to trade, foreign investment and ers multiculturalism a part of her identi­ Saturday, July 8, 8:30 p.m. Concert immigration," said Mr. Dubas, who edits ty. "My Ukrainian descent is who I am "Promin" - Vocal Ensemble the quarterly Canada-Ukraine Monitor. "I and allows me to be a good Canadian." "Homin Stepiv" - Bandura Ensemble 10 p.m. Dance - "Vidlunnia" Saturday, July 15, 8:30 p.m. Concert-Cabaret One of the reasons that I'm introduc­ "Ukrainian Souvenir Toronto MP... ing this bill is to focus on public opinion 10 p.m. Dance - "Ukrainian Souvenir' (Continued from page 8) and get people talking about it. If more Saturday, July 22, 8:30 p.m. Concert Who do you expect will oppose you people talk about it, it is more likely to Ensemble "Veseli Halychany" from Ternopil in this [anti-multicultural] campaign? change. If there is much support for gov­ 10 p.m. Dance - "Luna" ernment policy, then this whole exercise People who have some self-interest. will reaffirm that support. Saturday, July 29, 8:30 p.m. Concert You won't get Sheila Finestone support­ "Dumka Choir" from New York I had a number of colleagues in the 10 p.m. Dance ing my position, and you won't get some last Parliament come to me and say, members [of Parliament] that have eth­ "John, we know you're right, but we Saturday, August 5, 8:30 p.m. Concert nic-sounding names, because they are a can't afford to alienate or be perceived to Ensemble "Kobzari" bit concerned about their political alienate the ethnic vote." Bandurists from Detroit futures. 10 p.m. Dance - "Vodohraj" Do you have many ethnic voters in Saturday, August 6 - UNWLA Day How about the prime minister [Jean your riding? Chretien] who served in Trudeau's Saturday, August 12, 8:30 p.m. Concert Cabinet when the policy was first A good percentage. "An Evening of Contemporary Ukrainian Songs" introduced? And how do you define the ethnic Lidia Hawryluk, Oksana Borbycz-Korduba, Oles Kuzyszyn, vote? Bohdan Kuzyszyn, Yurij Turchyn. In fact, he believes that, ultimately, 10 p.m. Dance - "Luna" we're moving in the direction that I'm I see myself falling into the same trap. Saturday, August 19, Concert suggesting. Non-French, non-English. Soyuzivka Dance Camp Recital. Instructor: Roma Pryma-Bohachevsky; "Lviviany." 10 p.m. Dance - "Burlaky" 11:45 p.m. crowning of Miss Soyuzivka 1996 Thinking about buying a home? Sunday, August 20, 2:15 p.m. Concert Maria Krushelnycka - piano The Ukrainian National Association Lidia Shutko - violin offers its members Saturday August 26, 8:30 p.m. Concert Vocal-instrumental Ensemble "Vidlunnia" 10 p.m. Dance - "Vidlunnia" • Low Fixed-Rate Mortgage Loans bAB0R DAY WfiiiGBND • For i- to 3-Family Owner-Occupied Homes Friday, September 1,10 p.m. Dance - "Lvivjany" • Quick Appraisal and Approval Saturday, September 2, 8:30 p.m. Concert Ukrainian Youth Ensembles from Toronto • Low Closing Fees Male Choir "Orion" Female Choir "Levada" • Fast and Friendly Service Concert-Marching Band "Vanguard" Musical Director and Conductor - Wasyl Kardash 10 p.m. Dance 'Tempo"; "Fata Morgana" Thinking about refinancing? Sunday, September 3,2:15 p.m. Concert Ukrainian Youth Ensembles from Toronto 8:30 p.m. Concert - Vocal-Instrumental Ensemble "Lviviany" Take the right step. 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Stepember 1-14 Oleksander Tkachenko - Mixed Media; ZAKARPATSKA, IVANO-FRANKIVSKA Water Colors, Ink, Gouache and Oil. LVIVSKA and CHERNIVTSI OBLAST Marika Sochan -Tymyc - Jewelry. KOSHERLAND RAHWAY Travel Steven MUSEY EL INCA IPS. Yevshan - Music. Brooklyn, NY Rahway, NJ Millviile, NJ Union City, NJ Ihor Diachenko - Koolzak Grafiks - Apparel 718 438-8922 908 381-8800 609 825-7665 201 974-2583 Elia and Ihor Bilinski and other artists - Glass Paintings AUTHORIZED AGENTS No. 25 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 1995 19

The Ukrainian president characterized Think tank honors... receiving the New Europe Award as "a (Continued from page 1) great honor and a great responsibility — UNA OWNED for now I have to confirm my reputation of PepsiCo Inc., and chairman emeritus of as a good politician." IDEAL STARTER HOME the IEWS. Mr. Kendall headed the 1995 Mr. Kuchma underlined that he has one EastWest Awards Dinner Committee. goal: to promote a "civilized, peace-loving, Some 600 persons attended the awards prosperous and dignified country." He also dinner, which was preceded by a cocktail noted that Ukraine's aim is to create a state reception for a select group of guests. in which the people's economic freedom is Among them were diplomats, politicians, guaranteed by political rights. scholars, businesspersons and representa­ A special message was delivered during tives of Ukraine, as well as a contingent of the dinner by Ruth Harkin, president and Ukrainian American community activists CEO of the Overseas Private Investment from the Ukrainian Congress Committee Corp., who noted "it is astonishing how far of America, the Ukrainian American Ukraine has come" and lauded the "eco­ Coordinating Council, the Ukrainian nomic commitment of the Kuchma team." National Association, the Ukrainian Ms. Harkin announced that a $250 million National Women's League of America and private investment fund had been created to the Children of Chornobyl Relief Fund. guarantee American business investments Ukraine's delegation, headed by Mr. in Ukraine and seven other newly indepen­ Tabachnyk, consisted of Deputy Prime dent states. Minister and Minister of Foreign [The Washington Times reported the Economic Relations Serhiy Osyka; Dr. next day that more than half of the $250 Yuri Shcherbak, ambassador to the million will go toward Ukraine, Belarus United States; Anatoliy Zlenko, perma­ and Moldova, with the remainder target­ nent representative to the United Nations; ed toward Estonia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, SINGLE FAMILY • TWO BEDROOM • CAPE COD and Presidential Adviser Dmytro Vydrin. Lithuania and Russia.] 50x100 LOT Catalyst for change A salute from Bush CLIFTON, N.J. The Institute for EastWest Studies was President Bush, too, referred to founded in 1981 as a transatlantic part­ Ukraine in his award acceptance speech, nership intended to serve "as a catalyst to as he graciously offered a "salute [to] our build sustainable democratic market soci­ friends from Ukraine" and noted the eties in Central and Eastern Europe and "bright future" of Mr. Tabachnyk. to facilitate their achieving peaceful and After stating that he is proud of the productive interstate relations together "leadership role my team played" in the CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR SCHOOL/SHOPPING CENTERS with full integration into the community collapse of communism, President Bush of open societies." went on to state, "I salute every represen­ AND ALL MAJOR ARTERIES The institute, now entering its 15th year tative of Eastern Europe here." of activity, considers itself a private He went on to underline that "Ukraine European-American "think and action has been able to avert conflict among eth­ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT tank" that conducts programs of public pol­ nic groups, notably in the Crimea," and he icy research and analysis. It has a network lauded its choice of dialogue over con­ STEPHANWELHASCH of centers in Warsaw, Poland; Prague, the frontation in dealing with sensitive issues. Czech Republic; Budapest, Hungary; He also praised Ukraine for denuclearizing. 1 (800) 253-9862 Kosice, Slovakia; and New York. Leonid Kravchuk, Mr. Bush continued, had The IEWS holds an annual EastWest pledged at Camp David to rid Ukraine of Awards Dinner to recognize individuals nuclear weapons, "now his successor is who have made contributions to the trans­ doing that." President Kuchma's actions, IN NY ONE NIGHT ONLY! formation of post-Communist societies. he added, "underscore Ukraine's resolve to Previous honorees include President Arpad build a stable society." JULY 5 • ери • TOWN HALL Goncz of Hungary, President Michal Kovac The former president concluded his — 43rd St Є 6th Ave in Manhattan— of Slovakia, Prime Minister Jan Krzysztof remarks by emphasizing that "America Bielecki of Poland, Foreign Minister must continue to lead. We must not fail to Eduard Shevardnadze of the Soviet Union, lead, to stay involved, to stay engaged." Deputy Prime Minister Anatoly Chubais of The dinner came to a close with remarks Russia, United Nations Secretary General by John Edwin Mroz, founder and presi­ Javier Peres de Cuellar and Sen. Daniel dent of the Institute for EastWest Studies, Patrick Moynihan. who said, "tonight is a watershed." Its mes­ ШгШЯшГк. sage, he noted, is "that it is not just President Kuchma's message President Kuchma and others in the region In Ukrainian, Mr. Tabachnyk read the — we all must stay involved." beginning of the acceptance speech pre­ He then raised a toast "to all who have pared by President Kuchma, and his worked to transform Eastern and Central remarks were translated into English. Europe," as well as to the two award recipi­ WESTERN CANADA'S BRILLIANT (The remainder of the speech was read ents, and shared his wish "that we continue by President Kuchma's interpreter.) to be involved in this transformation." OTryzub Ukrainian Dancers Q & THE ACCLAIMED VOCAL DUO Dai'ka & Slavho

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