UKRAINIAN-CANADIAN PARLIAMENTARY DIPLOMACY: NAVIGATING THE CHALLENGES OF THE ONGOING WAR WITH RUSSIA

This article examines the importance of Ukrainian-Canadian parliamentary cooperation during the ongoing war in Ukraine with Russia, focusing on the challenges faced and the role of Canadian Parliament in addressing the situation. The implementation of the "Parliament and Accountability of the Security Sector in Ukraine" (PASS Ukraine) project has fostered closer ties between Canadian and Ukrainian Members of Parliament (MPs) and facilitated communication channels. Furthermore, the article highlights the significance of the Ukrainian topic in Canadian Parliament speeches. It notes that Ukraine has been a recurring subject of discussion, particularly during critical moments in Ukraine's history, such as the Russian invasion in 2014 and the ongoing war. Canadian MPs have expressed their support for Ukraine, condemned Russian aggression, and advocated for measures to protect Ukraine's sovereignty and assist in its recovery. The article underscores the breadth of topics related to Ukraine that have been addressed in Canadian Parliament speeches. These topics include humanitarian assistance, economic support, political reforms, and the promotion of democracy in Ukraine. The active engagement of Ukrainian Canadians in advocating for Ukrainian issues has further contributed to the prominence of the Ukrainian topic in parliamentary discussions. The article suggests referring to official records, transcripts, and speeches available through the official website of the Canadian Parliament for a comprehensive understanding of the discussions and importance of the Ukrainian topic in Canadian parliamentary debates. It concludes by emphasizing the ongoing attention given to Ukraine within the Canadian Parliament and the commitment of Canadian MPs to supporting Ukraine's stability, democracy, and territorial integrity.