Dr. Oleksandr (Sasha) Kondrashov
Introduction:
British Columbia, Canada, is home to a vibrant Ukrainian community that has established numerous churches throughout the province. These places of worship serve not only as spiritual centers but also as hubs for cultural activities and community gatherings. The Ukrainian churches in British Columbia belong to various denominations, including Ukrainian Catholic, Ukrainian Orthodox, and Evangelical Faith. This article provides a comprehensive list of Ukrainian churches in BC, organized by town, along with their addresses, phone numbers, and website/Facebook pages when available.
| Town | Church Name | Address | Phone Number | Website/Facebook |
| Chilliwack | Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Demetrius | 9502 Victor St. Chilliwack, BC | (604) 858-5040 | https://www.uocc.ca/parish/st-demetrius-parish/ |
| Coldstream | St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Ukrainian Catholic Church | 10110 Middleton Drive, Coldstream, BC V1B 2L1 | (250) 549-1327 | https://www.stnicholascenter.org/gazetteer/1270 |
| Grindrod | Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church | Carlin St. & 3rd Avenue, Grindrod, BC | (250) 549-1327 | https://grindrod.nweparchy.ca/bulletins/ |
| Kamloops | Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church | 109 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops, BC V2B 3E8 | (250) 376-3690 | https://kamloops.nweparchy.ca/ |
| Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints | 1044-8th St., Kamloops, BC | (250) 318-5480 | https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsUOCC/ | |
| Kelowna | Dormition of The Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Church | 1091 Coronation Avenue, Kelowna, BC | (250) 860-7295 | https://kelowna.nweparchy.ca/ |
| Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Sts. Peter and Paul | 1935 Barlee Road, Kelowna, BC | (250) 545-6373 | https://www.facebook.com/stspeterandpaulkelownachurch | |
| Mission | Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Mary the Protectress | 33059 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Mission, BC V2V 6X6 | (604) 820-9795 | https://www.uocc.ca/parish/st-mary-the-protectress-parish/ |
| Nanaimo | St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church | 4016 Victoria Avenue, Nanaimo, BC V9T 2A4 | (250) 758-4714 | https://stmichaelnanaimo.ca/ |
| New Westminster | Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral | 501 – 4th Ave, New Westminster, BC | (604) 522-7711 | https://www.heucc.co/ https://newwestminster.nweparchy.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/holyeucharistcathedral |
| Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Kyiv Patriarchate) | 304 – 8th Street, New Westminster, BC | (604) 291-2001 | https://www.facebook.com/UkrainianAutocephalousOrthodoxChurchOfStsPeterPaul/ | |
| Parksville | St. Mary the Protectress (Pokrova) Ukrainian Orthodox Church | 594 Karis Way, Parksville, BC | (250) 298-9417 | https://www.facebook.com/p/St-Mary-the-Protectress-Ukrainian-Orthodox-Church-100064467198769/ |
| Penticton | Holy Resurrection Ukrainian Catholic Church | 361 Wade Avenue, Penticton, BC | (250) 860-7295 | https://penticton.nweparchy.ca/ |
| Prince George | St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church | 2413 Devonshire Crescent, Prince George, BC | (250) 562-3237 | https://princegeorge.nweparchy.ca/ https://sgparish.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/ParishPG |
| Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Michael | Prince George, BC | (604) 515-9419 | https://www.uocc.ca/parish/st-michael-parish-2/ | |
| Richmond | Dormition of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Church | 8700 Railway Avenue, Richmond, BC | (604) 448-1760 | https://easternchurch.wordpress.com/ |
| Surrey | St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church | 10765-135A St. Surrey, BC | (604) 581-2768 | https://www.facebook.com/UkrainianOrthodoxSurrey/ |
| Exaltation of the Holy Cross Ukrainian Catholic Church | 13733 – 108th Avenue, Surrey, B.C. V3T 2K6 | (604) 484-2982 | https://crossparish.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/crossparish/ | |
| Vancouver | Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church | 550 West 14th Avenue, Vancouver, BC | (604) 879-5830 | https://www.stmarysbc.com/ |
| Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral | 154 East — 10th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. | (604) 876-4747 | https://uocvancouver.com/ | |
| Ukrainian & Slavic Full Gospel Church | 3195 Carolina Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3T7 | (604) 876-8484 | N/A | |
| Vernon | The Assumption of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church | 4100-27th St. Vernon, BC | (250) 558-1992 | https://www.facebook.com/vernonukrainianorthodoxchurch/ |
| St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Catholic Church | 2210 – 40 Avenue, Vernon V1T 8Z9 | (250) 549-1327 | https://vernon.nweparchy.ca/ | |
| Slavic Christians of Evangelical Faith | 2306 40th Ave. Vernon, BC | (250) 545-3679 | https://www.vernonslavic.org/ | |
| Victoria | St. Nicholas The Wonderworker Ukrainian Catholic Church | 1112 Caledonia Avenue, Victoria, BC | (250) 384-2292 | https://www.facebook.com/stnicholasvictoria https://www.stnicholasparish.org/ |
| Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. George | 1100 Colville Rd, Victoria, BC | (250) 381-1352 | https://www.uocc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/StGeorge1.pdf https://www.facebook.com/St.George.Victoria/ |
Conclusion:
The Ukrainian churches in British Columbia play a vital role in preserving and promoting Ukrainian faith, culture, and traditions in Canada. These places of worship offer spiritual guidance, support, and a sense of community for Ukrainian-Canadians and their families. By connecting with these churches, individuals can deepen their faith, participate in cultural events, and maintain ties to their Ukrainian heritage. For more information about Ukrainian churches in British Columbia, please visit the following websites:
Ukrainian Churches in BC – Nash Holos: https://www.nashholos.com/ukrainian-churches-in-bc/
Ukrainian Canadian Congress – British Columbia Provincial Council (UCC-BCPC) – Churches: http://www.infoukes.com/uccbc/churches.htm
These resources provide additional details and contacts for Ukrainian churches throughout the province, helping community members and visitors find a welcoming place to worship and connect with their Ukrainian roots.
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