Canada
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Fil-Core gala recycles Philippine gowns and parols, to support victims of abuse
Dec 15, 2018by Christine Santos, ABS-CBN News In Toronto, a Filipino association for caregivers held a gala night showcasing gowns and parols made of recyclable materials. Fil-Core has been helping women who were abused by their employers and... -
“The New Filipino Kitchen” book celebrates the art–and stories–of Philippine cuisine
Dec 8, 2018A new book, “The New Filipino Kitchen,” recently had its launch in Vancouver....Read More -
Filipino-Canadian artist launches new kids’ coloring book exploring Philippine culture and history
Dec 8, 2018by Christine Santos, ABS-CBN News TORONTO — Family and friends showed support for Filipino Canadian artist and educator Eric Tigley at the launch of his second book, entitled Hoy! A Philippine Islands Activity. With over 60 pages... -
The cast of “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” comes to Vancouver
Dec 4, 2018VANCOUVER — The cast of FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano entertained thousands of Pinoys as they staged their first ever show in Vancouver. Despite the cold weather, kababayans lined up as early as 6AM to grab the best seats as... -
Holiday cheer at the Vancouver Christmas market
Nov 28, 2018VANCOUVER — The annual Christmas market recently opened to the public with new attractions for families to add to their holiday traditions. Now on its 8th year, the annual Vancouver Christmas market is back, and it’s bigger... -
In Vancouver, free pilot English language class geared for Filipino caregivers
Nov 28, 2018Filipino caregivers in Vancouver are now able to get help in reviewing for their English Language Test, thanks to a free class taught by a volunteer teacher. This is the pilot English language class for caregivers... -
Caregivers propose new federal immigration status program for overseas workers in Canada
Nov 25, 2018VANCOUVER, CA — Caregiver organizations across Canada have crafted a new federal caregiver program that will give landed status to caregivers and their families as soon as they arrive in Canada. To protect caregivers already working here under... -
Vancouver “poverty challenge” cancelled due to welfare concerns
Nov 16, 2018VANCOUVER — Mable Elmore took part in the welfare food challenge last year, where participants cannot spend more than $19 on food during the week of the challenge. The $19 is the money left over from the... -
ABS-CBN journalist Jeff Canoy named 2018 Marshall McLuhan Fellow
Nov 12, 2018ABS-CBN broadcast journalist Jeff Canoy is on a two-week tour of five Canadian cities, after being chosen as the 2018 Marshall McLuhan fellow, an award given yearly by the Canadian embassy in the Philippines to an... -
“First Love” screens in Canada
Oct 29, 2018Aga Muhlach and Bea Alonzo fans gathered at the Bell Performing Arts Center in Surrey, British Columbia to see the premiere screening of the movie, “First Love.”...Read More
