From Saskatoon to Ukraine: Volunteering on The Front Lines

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While we reflect on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it's important to highlight those doing what they can to help. Nick Bettin is a building maintenance technician from Saskatoon who volunteered to help Ukraine. He joins the show to share why he volunteered in the rebuilding effort and what it was like working on the ground, sometimes dealing with a dozen missile strikes in one day.
24 Feb 11AM English South Africa News Commentary

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