Congen: In bidding each other adieu, let’s ‘unite for a cause’

In what better way could a grateful community remember its sterling moments with the congenial Alejandro Mosquera, Philippine consul general in Toronto? Celebrate with ConGen Mosquera his commencement march as he ends in June his tour of duty in Toronto; but in a singular occasion that would mark a glaring spirit of bayanihan (collective cooperation) and unity –… Read More »

Cha-cha tempo rises

Despite denials by officials and allies of the Arroyo administration, it is becoming obvious that they will move heaven and earth to push through with amending the 1987 Philippine Constitution. It is no secret in the House of Representatives that Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s son, Rep. Mikey Arroyo, has been making the rounds of congressmen’s offices or meeting with… Read More »

Separated Husband Wants to Marry

Q. I am a new permanent resident. I came to Toronto with my daughter with a “Separated” status. My ex- wife and I have been separated for 10 years but with no legal papers. I have a live-in partner who I left back in Manila. Could you please advise as to my options how I can bring her… Read More »

Filipino oppression through the centuries

“Your heart will tell you that you can’t let it go and that you have to challenge the oppressor.” Pura Velasco, Toronto Star, April 3, 2009 Her face dominated the front page of the Toronto Star on April 3, 2009 as she expressed her jubilation over the announcement that the Ontario Government is going to introduce legislation to… Read More »

How to Change Your Partner?

“Something is wrong with my husband Doc. I don’t know how to change him. He’s annoying. Is there any way I can change him?” In my practice, I’ve met many people trying to change their partners for whatever reason. They want their partners to change their attitude, their style of communication, their personality. They want others to change… Read More »

Pulling our legs again

Either way you look at the announcements of Philippine House Speaker Prospero Nograles and Rep. Luis Villafuerte that they are resigning their leadership of Lakas and Kampi, respectively, to hasten the merger of the two administration parties, it definitely does not bode well for the opposition in the 2010 presidential elections and in the battle for charter change… Read More »

The Main Ingredient

THE UN-COMFORT ZONE with Robert Wilson In 1907, during a major league baseball game, second base was stolen 13 times by the winning team. The catcher for the losing team, Branch Rickey, was unable to pick off even a single runner. That record stands to this day. It also spelled the end of Rickey’s career as a baseball… Read More »

Pride in being Filipino – What does it mean?

A week ago the Philippine Reporter celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gala event. Several Filipino organizations shared the joyous occasion. The Hon. Mayor of Toronto, David Miller was the main speaker. He underscored the contributions of the paper to the culture growth of one of the most multi cultural cities in the world – Toronto There was… Read More »