The Toronto Ukrainian Festival Organizing Committee is pleased to announce businessman and  philanthropist James Temerty, C.M., as the Festival Parade Marshall for 2009. Mr. Temerty joins the ranks of other marshals such as former Prime Minister the Right Honourable John Turner, Rock ‘n’ Roll Legend Randy Bachman, Senator Raynell Andreychuk and MP Gerard Kennedy.

His long list of accomplishments include serving as Chair of the Royal Ontario Museum Board of Governors, during which time he played an instrumental role in bringing to Toronto the exhibitions: “Legacy in Gold, Scythian Treasures from Ukraine”, and “Mysteries of Ancient Ukraine: The Remarkable Trypilian Culture”.  These two outstanding exhibits were sponsored by his company Northland Power Inc.  James Temerty was invested as a Member of the Order of Canada in May 2009.

In its 13^th year, the Toronto Ukrainian Festival, September 18-20, 2009 continues to be one of the most anticipated events of the season. Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s Largest Ukrainian Street Festival. This is your opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture and hospitality at its best.

For more information, contact Ola Cholkan at 416-410-9965 or visit www.ukrainianfestival.com

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James Temerty and Canada's General Governor Michaelle Jean

Four Points Sheraton to be Host Hotel at the Toronto Ukrainian Festival in Bloor West Village

The Festival Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that The Four Points Sheraton Lakeshore will be the 2009 Host Hotel for the Toronto Ukrainian Festival, September 18 – 20, 2009. The hotel is located at the foot of Windermere Ave. on Lakeshore Blvd. West facing Lake Ontario. It is a 20 minute walk up Windermere Ave or a short 5 minute bus ride to Bloor Street West Village and the Festival site.

The Valhalla Inn, which is closing in August, has served as the Festival host hotel for many years. “We thank their management for hosting our many performers and Festival attendees so well over the years” said Olya Grod, Festival Vice President.

The newly and beautifully renovated Four Points Sheraton is located at 1926 Lake Shore Boulevard West. For more information about the hotel and to make an on-line reservation, visit www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=0906240674&key=65D72 or by calling 416-766-4392. Just ask for the special Toronto Ukrainian Festival rate which will be available until August 18, 2009 Single/Double Rooms range from $125 to $145 plus taxes.

In its 13^th year, the Toronto Ukrainian Festival continues to be one of the most anticipated events of the season. Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s Largest Ukrainian Street Festival. This is your opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture and hospitality at its best.  For more information about the Festival, visit www.ukrainianfestival.com or contact Olya Grod at 416-410-9965.