Saskatchewan Polytechnic recently announced that it is launching a $2 million international initiative aimed at supporting the reintegration of women veterans in Ukraine.

Funded by Global Affairs Canada, this five-year project will help female veterans transition to civilian life through targeted employment programs, entrepreneurship training and psychosocial support.

The Women Veteran Reintegration in Ukraine Project (WVRUP) was announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney, during the 34th anniversary of Ukrainian Independence Day on Sunday, Aug. 24.

The project will be delivered in partnership with the Women’s Information Consultative Center, Ukraine’s Ministry of Veteran Affairs and Ukraine’s State Economic Service.

“We are honoured to support the Government of Ukraine in empowering the

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