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2020-08-06
Canada sending up to $5M in humanitarian aid to Lebanon after Beirut explosion
Posted by: Donna
Canada will provide up to $5 million in humanitarian assistance to help Lebanon and its people recover from the devastating explosion in Beirut. An initial $1.5 million of that funding will go to the Lebanese Red Cross to provide emergency medical…
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2020-07-10
Philippines top broadcaster ABS-CBN denied new licence
Posted by: Donna
One of the Philippines’ largest broadcasters, ABS-CBN, has been refused a new licence after being forced off air in May. On Friday, an overwhelming majority of a parliamentary committee rejected as “undeserving” ABS-CBN’s request for a 25-year extension of its…
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2020-06-30
LIFESTYLE: Plants that are actually easy to keep alive, according to experts
Posted by: Donna
(CNN Underscored) If you’re stuck inside, as so many people are, self-quarantining due to the spread of coronavirus, it can be difficult to occupy yourself and not go crazy. But whether you want to work out, play board games or practice self-care, there are tons of things…
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2020-06-12
ART: Celebrating Philippine Independence Day through art: Reflections on a revolution that ended colonial rule
Posted by: Donna
This Friday, June 12, marks 122 years of Philippine independence from the Spanish Empire. In 1898, the Philippine Revolution helped end more than 300 years of colonial rule which saw the introduction of Christianity and the seizure of lands in…
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Widespread mask-wearing could prevent COVID-19 second wave: study
Posted by: Donna
LONDON — Population-wide face mask use could push COVID-19 transmission down to controllable levels for national epidemics and could prevent further waves of the pandemic disease when combined with lockdowns, according to a UK study published Wednesday. The research, led…
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2020-05-05
Philippines’ ABS-CBN goes off air following National Telecommunications order
Posted by: Donna
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, May 5) — For only the second time in its history, ABS-CBN has gone off the air. The National Telecommunications Commission ordered the giant broadcast network on Tuesday to stop operations due to the expiry of its…
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Canada and international partners launch the Coronavirus Global Response
Posted by: Donna
COVID-19 is a global pandemic, spread by a virus that knows no borders. No country will be able to fully recover until we beat it all around the world. We must work together, and Canada is contributing to this fight.…
Read More..2020-04-24
Support for students and new grads affected by COVID-19
Posted by: Donna
Post-secondary students are feeling the economic impacts of COVID-19. Many students were preparing to start a summer job in May, and are now worried about how to pay rent and cover basic living expenses, while recent graduates are struggling to…
Read More..2020-04-22
Prime Minister announces further support to help Canadians in need
Posted by: Donna
Canadians across the country are continuing to face challenges during this difficult time, particularly those who are most vulnerable to the health, social, and economic impacts of COVID-19. For many Canadians who were already struggling, it’s even harder now, and…
Read More..2020-04-21
Prime Minister announces support for Indigenous businesses
Posted by: Donna
Indigenous businesses provide jobs, goods, and services to communities, and are an important part of the Canadian economy. Right now, they are facing challenges and economic hardships due to COVID-19. That is why the Government of Canada is taking action…
Read More.. 2020-06-12
ART: Celebrating Philippine Independence Day through art: Reflections on a revolution that ended colonial rule
Posted by: Donna
This Friday, June 12, marks 122 years of Philippine independence from the Spanish Empire. In 1898, the Philippine Revolution helped end more than 300 years of colonial rule which saw the introduction of Christianity and the seizure of lands in…
Read More.. 2020-05-05
Philippines’ ABS-CBN goes off air following National Telecommunications order
Posted by: Donna
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, May 5) — For only the second time in its history, ABS-CBN has gone off the air. The National Telecommunications Commission ordered the giant broadcast network on Tuesday to stop operations due to the expiry of its…
Read More..2020-05-05
Canada and international partners launch the Coronavirus Global Response
Posted by: Donna
COVID-19 is a global pandemic, spread by a virus that knows no borders. No country will be able to fully recover until we beat it all around the world. We must work together, and Canada is contributing to this fight.…
Read More..2020-04-24
Support for students and new grads affected by COVID-19
Posted by: Donna
Post-secondary students are feeling the economic impacts of COVID-19. Many students were preparing to start a summer job in May, and are now worried about how to pay rent and cover basic living expenses, while recent graduates are struggling to…
Read More..2020-04-22
Prime Minister announces further support to help Canadians in need
Posted by: Donna
Canadians across the country are continuing to face challenges during this difficult time, particularly those who are most vulnerable to the health, social, and economic impacts of COVID-19. For many Canadians who were already struggling, it’s even harder now, and…
Read More..2020-04-17
Prime Minister announces expanded access to Canada Emergency Response Benefit and support for essential workers
Posted by: Donna
The Government of Canada is taking significant and decisive action to support Canadians and businesses facing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic. No Canadian should have to choose between protecting their health, putting food on the table,…
Read More..2020-04-09
Winnipeg company going all-out to build instant isolation rooms across North America
Posted by: Donna
Winnipeg’s Price Industries is working on supplying a product that helps create a safe space for patients in places like hotel rooms , easing the pressure on health facilities across North America struggling to stay ahead of the COVID-19 health crisis. The…
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2020-04-06
PRESS RELEASE : Canadians can now apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit
Posted by: Donna
April 6, 2020 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada The Government of Canada continues to take action to support Canadians and their families impacted by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development,…
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2020-03-24
PRESS RELEASE:Canada’s plan to mobilize science to fight COVID-19
Posted by: Donna
March 23, 2020 The Government of Canada is supporting our country’s researchers as they do critical work to protect the health and safety of all Canadians, and people around the world, during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Prime Minister,…
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2020-03-24
PRESS RELEASE:Prime Minister announces support for farmers and agri-food businesses under Canada’s response to COVID-19
Posted by: Donna
March 23, 2020 Canadian farmers and food businesses work hard so Canadians have quality food on their grocery store shelves and kitchen tables. In these times of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to make sure that they are…
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2019-11-19
COMMUNITY: Paul Ong concert with WSO raises $25k for Sistema Winnipeg
Posted by: Donna
Accompanied by the prestigious Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO), local singer Paul Ong’s annual charity fundraiser saw a whopping $25,000 donation to Sistema Winnipeg, a daily music program offering intensive music education for inner city children. The sold-out event held Nov…
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2019-09-09
Kidney Walk this weekend draws hundreds
Posted by: Donna
Hundreds joined this year’s Manitoba Branch Kidney Foundation Fundraiser held at St Vital Park today, Sept 8, 2019. Prior to the walk, there was acknowledgement of event sponosrs led by Vickar Automotive Group, presentation of top fundraisers and kidney donor…
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2019-07-24
Advocates appeal to keep Filipino bilingual program from folding
Posted by: Donna
Supporters of the first Filipino bilingual program in Canada are hoping it doesn’t have to fold. For the program to continue this September, it needs at least 20 students in Kindergarten and Grade 1, and another 20 students in Grades…
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2019-07-08
COMMUNITY: BIBAK Manitoba celebrates International Grand Cañao
Posted by: Donna
Hundreds joined the members of BIBAK Association of Manitoba in the first International Grand Cañao held at the Victoria Hotel and Convention Centre this weekend. Cañao is a popular traditional feast celebrated in the Philippine Cordillera for good harvest and …
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2019-06-02
COMMUNITY: First National Fil-Can Event kicks off Philippine Heritage Month Celebration
Posted by: Donna
Prior to the official adoption of Canada’s Parliament declaring “June as Filipino Heritage Month”, there has been various celebrations of Filipino culture and heritage for many years in Manitoba. This year, it was made more significant as Filipinos across Canada,…
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2019-05-27
COMMUNITY: 33rd Teddy Bear Picnic draws thousands
Posted by: Donna
Rain or Shine, teddy bears and other stuffed toys had a great time outdoors at the 33rd annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic held Sunday at Assiniboine Park. Over 50 tents provided a fun, entertaining and educational experience for the whole family. Volunteer health…
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2019-05-07
COMMUNITY: Fil-Can Author Shirley Camia releases new book
Posted by: Donna
Confronting grief and despair in the loss of her mother, Filipino-Canadian poet and author Shirley Camia announced on CKJS 810AM today the release of her newest collection of poetry, Mercy, as an elegy dedicated to her mother. Shirley’s mother died at the…
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2019-05-06
COMMUNITY: Retro fever hits Winnipeg with Philippines Retro King Bennie Almonte
Posted by: Donna
This weekend in Winnipeg, dozens of dance lovers from the Filipino community hit the dance floor grooving into “Just got Lucky”, “Head over Hills”, “Ring my Bell” , “I’m so Excited”, “Name Game” to name a few, in one of…
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2019-04-05
COMMUNITY: Pinoy family owners led ribbon cutting as Max’s officially opens today in Winnipeg
Posted by: Donna
Big fans of “Sarap to the Bones” chicken can now enjoy all the tasty home-style meals from The House That Fried Chicken Built’ in full swing. Max’s Restaurant Winnipeg officially opens its doors following Grand Opening Blow out today hosted by…
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2019-03-26
Trudeau reaches out to Pinoys in Winnipeg; talks about federal budget on CKJS 810AM
Posted by: Donna
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau talked about the newly-tabled federal government’s budget for 2019 and how it impact Manitobans and Winnipegers as he reached out to the 50 thousand strong Filipino community on CKJS 810 AM today. Speaking on “Good…
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