Walter Warywoda has been president of the League of Ukrainian Canadians – Thunder Bay Branch for more than 10 years, leading initiatives to promote the Ukrainian culture to Ontarians and organizing pysanky workshops, koliady fundraisers, and Malanka events. He coordinates the use and maintenance of the "Karpaty" summer camp and recreation property. He is working with the provincial and federal governments to streamline the arrival of Ukrainians and matches newcomers with hosts, supporting them through financial and clothing donations, employment, social services, and language lessons.