Toronto Ukrainian Canadian Conservatives Meet Finance Critic at Fundraiser

Raya Shadursky

TORONTO–December 12 was a special evening at the home of Ihor Ihantowycz and Dr. Marta Witer.  The Toronto couple hosted a fundraising reception for Jurij Klufas, Conservative Party of Canada candidate in Parkdale-High Park. 

Attendees had an opportunity to meet the Party’s Finance Critic, Monte Solberg. Mr. Solberg outlined the Conservative Party’s objectives in assisting small businesses and re-generating the economy.  He stated that though Canada is a great country, it could be still greater and provide greater wealth to each citizen

Mr. Solberg also stressed the need to attract immigrants to Canada who could work in the trades. In addition, he outlined the Conservative Party’s policy to help new immigrants establish their professional status or upgrade their skills to Canadian standards.  Mr. Solberg emphasized the need to keep trade and communication open with Ukraine, arguing that a strong Ukraine is an asset to both Europe and Canada.