CTV News | May 7, 2022 From the very beginning, the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers was built on the idea that community takes care of its own. One early visitor, Anastasiia Klymenko, arrived in Edmonton having fled Kyiv on the second day of the conflict — and by her
SAIT Janice Krissa-Moore started the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers in Edmonton as what she thought would be a two-week crisis response. A year later, she and her daughter Jorgia were running a store with a year-long lease, supporting over 400 families and up to 1,000 visitors per week, with
MacEwan University | March 16, 2023 MacEwan University officially announced a partnership with the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers and Firefighter Aid Ukraine, providing a larger space just north of MacEwan’s campus to house the store’s growing operations. By that point, the Free Store had already seen over 5,000 visits
CTV News Edmonton | December 31, 2022 What started as a two-week idea turned into an eight-month community institution. The Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers temporarily closed its doors at its original 10137 104 St. location at the end of 2022 as it prepared to move into a larger space
CBC News | May 2024 After helping around 20,000 Ukrainian newcomers get on their feet with clothing, household goods, diapers, and toiletries, the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers evolved into something even bigger — a full community hub. Opening May 4, 2024, the space now offers painting, dancing, cooking, counselling,
CBC News | March 2023 The Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers outgrew its original Edmonton location and moved into a bright new space at 105th Avenue and 108th Street — made possible through a partnership with Firefighter Aid Ukraine and MacEwan University. Co-founder Janice Krissa-Moore called it a place to
Last week, local Edmonton business owners gathered to watch their big moment on national television — and what a night it was. The team behind DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen, the beloved Ukrainian food business built right here in Edmonton, hosted a viewing party for their appearance on Dragon’s Den, CBC’s hit
This summer, downtown Edmonton is alive with the sounds of Ukrainian music as Don’YA Kitchen hosts a series of Ukrainian DJ day parties right on Jasper Avenue. These vibrant events have been drawing crowds, offering a unique cultural experience that blends music, food, and community. For many in the Ukrainian
DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen is a cozy gem in Edmonton serving up authentic Ukrainian flavors with heart. Known for its warm, friendly atmosphere, guests are always greeted by DON’YA team, who takes the time to carefully explain each menu item. Their famous Rohalyky with apple filling have won rave reviews—so much
SAIT Janice Krissa-Moore started the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers in Edmonton as what she thought would be a two-week crisis response. A year later, she and her daughter Jorgia
MacEwan University | March 16, 2023 MacEwan University officially announced a partnership with the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers and Firefighter Aid Ukraine, providing a larger space just north of
CTV News Edmonton | December 31, 2022 What started as a two-week idea turned into an eight-month community institution. The Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers temporarily closed its doors at
CBC News | May 2024 After helping around 20,000 Ukrainian newcomers get on their feet with clothing, household goods, diapers, and toiletries, the Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers evolved into
CBC News | March 2023 The Free Store for Ukrainian Newcomers outgrew its original Edmonton location and moved into a bright new space at 105th Avenue and 108th Street —
Last week, local Edmonton business owners gathered to watch their big moment on national television — and what a night it was. The team behind DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen, the beloved
This summer, downtown Edmonton is alive with the sounds of Ukrainian music as Don’YA Kitchen hosts a series of Ukrainian DJ day parties right on Jasper Avenue. These vibrant events
DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen is a cozy gem in Edmonton serving up authentic Ukrainian flavors with heart. Known for its warm, friendly atmosphere, guests are always greeted by DON’YA team, who
What do perogies, community, and second chances have in common? At Don’ya Ukraine’s Kitchen in Edmonton, everything. Born from a Free Store for Ukrainian newcomers, this heart-filled food venture now
By Scott Messenger From war-torn Ukraine to Edmonton kitchens, DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen is more than a restaurant — it’s a story of survival, community, and entrepreneurship. Co-founded by NAIT grad
