{
  "id": 17770969,
  "title": "Helping Mom out? How to send money to Ukraine from Canada",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/helping-mom-out-how-to-send-money-to-ukraine-from-canada",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-02T08:15:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euromaidan Press",
    "slug": "euromaidan-press",
    "url": "https://euromaidanpress.com/2026/11/02/helping-mom-out-how-to-send-money-to-ukraine-from-canada/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Andrew's mother in Lviv suddenly requires funds for a new washing machine. Living in Canada for five years, Andrew is concerned about sending money quickly and affordably. Various options exist, but reliability and ease of access are crucial. He chooses Meest Canada as his service provider. Meest sends the transfer in US dollars to PrivatBank, which deposits the money in his mother's account the following business day.\n\nFor example, if Andrew transfers funds on Monday, his mother can access them on Tuesday. Conversely, a Friday transfer will allow her to receive the funds on Monday, as only business days count. Meest Canada's service is straightforward: one bank, one currency, and no hidden fees. After initiating the transfer, the recipient can collect the money at a branch or via the app, with a waiting period of up to 30 business days.\n\nThe commission depends on the amount transferred. For amounts up to $100, the fee is $6, between $101 and $200 it's $10, and from $201 to $500, it's $12. Higher amounts incur fees ranging from $16 to $22, and transfers over $1,000 attract a 2% fee. This transparency allows Andrew to see the total cost before visiting the office.\n\nTo send money, Andrew visits a Meest Canada office and fills out a form with his identify details. He presents his ID to comply with anti-money laundering regulations. Crucial is ensuring his mother's name matches her passport exactly. Upon completion, he receives a 6-digit control number and a receipt. He shares these details with his mother, along with the transfer amount and his last name, keeping the receipt for his records.\n\nThere are two ways for his mother to collect the funds: through a bank branch or via the Privat24 app. The former involves presenting her passport or PrivatBank card along with the transfer number, the sender's name, the amount, and currency. The latter allows her to access her funds online, at ATMs, or through phone calls. If residing in a rural area, she should call ahead to confirm sufficient cash availability. Additionally, Meest Canada provides other services, such as parcel delivery, facilitating international transactions.",
  "summary": "That's pretty much what the best way to send money to Ukraine looks like: one bank, one currency and no surprises. You just send the transfer, and the recipient can receive the money at a branch or in the app.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}