Maria CJ De Villa Life appears normal at FCT with its community events and its recent 2019 Spring Gala. And that may be exactly the way the FCT Board would like it to be. But simmering behind the scenes for almost 20 months, is the unsettled questions with the $678,000 worth of “payables” that President and CEO Mary… Read More »
BY BABY K. JIMENEZ Ready to fight, one on one or all against one, Pambansang “Kabit” Yam of HALIK fame is ready to defend herself on and off the boob tube. The Kapamilya series ‘Halik’ has definitely become a chartbuster – it has consistently ranked among the top five shows nationwide. What else could top a tale… Read More »
Maria CJ De Villa A number of members of The Filipino Centre Toronto (FCT) is losing patience with its Board Members for failing to face the membership and explain the $678,000 worth of “payables” that President and CEO Mary Ann San Juan presented way back in the September 7, 2017 at the membership meeting, subsequent to the $5.9 million sale of its… Read More »
by Baby K. JimenezS Been busy doing the rounds at a frenetic pace concert after concert the past few weeks. Martin Nievera live on stage quipped: “Local producers please, talk among yourselves on scheduling shows..” I share the same sentiment – it hurts the PInoy/Torontonian pocket to buy tickets to shows only one week apart from each other.… Read More »
By Edwin C. Mercurio Lake Sebu, South Cotabato – Vying for the distinction of being the most Original Pilipino Music (OPM) is the lumad music of the south Cotabato tribes in Mindanao, Southern Philippines. The melodies emanating from the tribe’s integration with nature and the spirit world have been given that unique distinction by the Santa Cruz Mission… Read More »
Downtown Hamilton The ideal candidate(s) should have experience in the hospitality service industry. A passion for people and a desire to make guests feel welcome, excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, superior customer service instincts, physically energetic and active, and must be professional, dependable and trustworthy with attention to detail required. General Duties include: 1.) Coordinating Reservations,… Read More »
By Edwin c. Mercurio SPADINA, TORONTO – On the eve of Family Day celebration Sunday, February 17, Care Workers and their advocates drafted and signed a Petition to the House of Commons amid fears that new legislation would create unfair treatment, injustice, exploitation and family breakdown after years of separation. Care Workers for over a century, have come… Read More »
By Edwin C. Mercurio Oaks St, Toronto (CRC)- The memory of an Asian looking man begging for food and another brown woman who was extending her arm begging for change along Queen St, Toronto inspired me to write this story. The urge to investigate homelessness challenged me more when I saw a homeless person sleeping in the streets… Read More »
There are a lot of successful Filipino Canadians in Canada. We probably know some of them but are not aware of what they went through to get to where they are now. Their story would be interesting to know and would be helpful to those of you who are new to the Country. Fortunately, we know of one… Read More »
By Butch Galicia An FB friend posted: I dreamed of a very bright white light enveloping me. Then I saw a flight of golden stairs. I climbed it, but the steps just kept coming. Everything got brighter, as blinding as the summer sun. I kept climbing, wanting to be at the summit. Will someone please tell me what… Read More »