Standing Free Event
Schedule
Mon Mar 03 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
VIFF Centre | Vancouver, BC

About this Event
Standing Free Event
Welcome to the Standing Free Event!
Join us for an inspiring evening featuring live Ukrainian music, thought-provoking panel discussions with industry leaders, and the highly anticipated Canadian premiere of Standing Freeβa powerful short documentary from Ukraine.
Guests will have the opportunity to browse exclusive Ukrainian collectibles, culminating in a silent auction. Proceeds will directly support critical Ukrainian initiatives, including the 95th Air Assault Brigade, Rose on Hands (NGO), Ukrainian Patriots (NGO), and the final production expenses of Standing Free.
Having captivated audiences in Germany, Austria, Colombia and beyond, Standing Free is now set for its Canadian premiere on March 3 at 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC.
The event will also feature an engaging panel discussion on countering information warfare across borders.
Agenda
π: 06:30 PM
Doors Open
π: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Opening Live Music: Taras Luka
π: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Silent Auction - Fundraising for Ukrainian Armed Forces and NGO's
Info: Through a silent auction funds will be raised and donated towards: The 95th Air Assault Brigade, Rose on Hands (NGO), Ukrainian Patriots (NGO), and the final production expenses of Standing Free.
π: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Red Carpet & Photo Booth
π: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Info: A panel discussion aimed at answering: How to fight the informative war? The panel will feature Marko Zolotarov - a Ukrainian-Canadian Diplomat, Kateryna Svitlychna - a Ukrainian film producer, and another special guest! Through this panel discussion, the audience members can have a better understanding of how to support and uplift through informative means.
π: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Standing Free Short Documentary Screening
π: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Q&A with Director Maxim Khomenko
Where is it happening?
VIFF Centre, 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 23.70
