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Urhobo Progress Union - Canada Chapter

Building a Strong Urhobo Community in Canada

Uniting Urhobos across Canada through culture, support, leadership, and service.

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Urhobo cultural celebration in Canada

Our Vision

Preserving Heritage, Inspiring Generations

Building an inclusive Urhobo community that keeps our heritage alive.

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Our History

Rooted in a Legacy Since 1931

Carrying forward a proud Urhobo legacy of unity, culture, and service.

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Message From The President General

Urhobo Progress Union Worldwide

On behalf of the Urhobo Progress Union Worldwide, we extend warm greetings to all sons and daughters of Urhobo across Canada.

U.P.U Canada stands as an important part of our global family, carrying forward the values of unity, cultural pride, service, and progress that have guided the Urhobo nation for generations.

As you build community, preserve our heritage, and support one another in the diaspora, may this chapter continue to shine as a bridge between our roots and the future we are creating together.

President General

Urhobo Progress Union Worldwide
President General of UPU Worldwide
Evelyn O. Akpojiyovwi, National President of U.P.U Canada

Welcome Message

Welcome To U.P.U Canada

It is my honour to welcome you to the official home of U.P.U Canada, a national body committed to unity, heritage, service, and progress.

Our chapter exists to bring Urhobos across Canada together, preserve our culture and language, support our members, and strengthen the bonds that connect us as one people.

As we continue to grow, we remain focused on empowering families, youth, women, elders, and new immigrants while contributing meaningfully to the multicultural fabric of Canada.

Evelyn O. Akpojiyovwi, PMJF, SM, FDES

National President, U.P.U Canada

What’s Coming Up

Upcoming Events

U.P.U Canada Cultural Day

ANNUAL CONVENTION 2026

July 31st - Aug. 2nd

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U.P.U Canada Youth Forum

Youth Leadership Forum

September 12, 2026

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U.P.U Canada Community Gala

Community Gala Night

October 18, 2026

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Latest News

U.P.U Canada national body announcement
April 2025

U.P.U Canada Becomes A National Body

U.P.U Canada continues its growth as a formal national body within the global Urhobo Progress Union framework.

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Community Update

Strengthening Urhobo Connections Across Canada

New programs and gatherings are helping members connect, support one another, and preserve Urhobo identity.

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U.P.U Canada youth engagement
Youth & Culture

Empowering The Next Generation

U.P.U Canada is committed to youth engagement, cultural education, leadership, and identity development.

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Community Impact

Serving Our People, Strengthening Our Future

U.P.U Canada supports Urhobo families, youth, women, elders, and new immigrants through cultural programs, community engagement, settlement support, leadership development, and meaningful partnerships.

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Culture

Preserving Urhobo language, traditions, and identity.

Youth

Creating space for leadership, mentorship, and belonging.

Families

Supporting connection, settlement, and community wellbeing.

Partnerships

Working with cultural and civic organizations across Canada.

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