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Movie: IN THE CLAWS OF A CENTURY WANTING (Sa palad ng dantaong kulang)

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Filmmaker Jewel Maranan observes the contradictions in this changing landscape and their effect on the lives of various characters who share the same fate. Vancouver,B.C. Jewel Maranan captures everyday violence in struggle for survival in Tondo By Ted Alcuitas Monday, May 6, 2019 – 6:00pm Cinematheque (1131 Howe St.) Extreme poverty and the struggle to

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Shirley Camia releases fourth book, ‘Mercy’

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“Ethereal and elegant, Camia’s reflections are grounded in grief as they do the aching, earth-shattering work of mourning and moving forward”. (Photo supplied) Poet confronts despair in loss By Ted Alcuitas Shirley Camia has always been exploring grief and loss in her poetry beginning with her second book, The Significance of Moths (Turnstone Press, 2015)

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Asian Canadian artists exhibit works

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Esmie Gayo McLaren’s “Just Breathe” collection is a conglomeration of images of home and travel. (Provided) Vancouver, B.C. Press Release Celia Leung, Esmie Gayo McLaren: “Just Breathe” Art Exhibition April 8, 2019- Scenes, Sounds, and Scents in Romantic Watercolours Dates: May 1 – 31, 2019 Reception: May 4, 2 – 4 pm Location: Jeunesse Gallery

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Gemma Dalayoan gets Distinguished Alumni Award

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Gemma Dalayoan is honoured by the University of Manitoba for astounding community service. (Photo: University of Manitoba) Winnipeg,Manitoba Recipient for Community Service By Ted Alcuitas Retired educator and community advocate Gemma Dalayoan has been chosen one of five Distinguished Alumni Awards  for 2019 by the University of Manitoba. The 77-year old finished her BEd/83, MEd/90

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Victoria’s Bayanihan Community Centre celebrates 50 years

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Opened on November 3, 2001, the Bayanihan Community Centre and now debt-free is facing a crossroads. (Positively Filipino) Victoria, B.c. Can the envy of others continue after 50 years?   Analysis By Ted Alcuitas For some, it is still a dream while others have come and gone. But for the Bayanihan Community Centre in Victoria,

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Breaking: Alberta announces Filipino heritage program in schools

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Premier Rachel Notley (right)celebrate with members of the Filipino community at the Pacific Hut Restaurant in Calgary to announce the launch of the program. (Photo: Rachel Notley Facebook) Alberta Magkaroon na ng Filipino language and culture By Ted Alcuitas Alberta will be the second province in Canada to implement a Filipino heritage program in their schools next to Manitoba.

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Artist Jay Cabalu finds expression in his art

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“De Los Reyes” Collage on Panel, 6′ x 4′ David Koppe Photography  Vancouver, B.C. Updated: January 25, 2019, 5:26 PM Lack of representation in society drove artist to find meaning in his work By Ted Alcuitas (Editor’s note: In his artist statement on Facebook, Cabalu bemoans the lack of representation that immigrants face in this country.

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Food blogger tries package food to cook

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What’s in my Mouth By Monica Urrutia Checking out Hello Fresh This review will be different from any others I have done so far as I am reviewing a meal experience that you cook yourself. For full disclosure, I am not a customer nor do I have anything invested in the company. We received a

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Book review: Vincent Ternida’s The Seven Muses of Harry Salcedo

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[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″] [et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Vancouver, B.C. Updated: September 18, 2018, 6:00 PM  The book is an honest and endearing tale… The Seven Muses of Harry Salcedo By Vincent Ternida Published by Ricepaper Magazine Review By Carlo Javier ‘An honest and endearing tale of a third culture Filipino-Canadian’s (mis)adventures in family, religion, relationships,

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Golden Balangay Awards presents Outstanding Pinoys

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2018 Awardees. From left, Mike Cruz (Excellence Award in Sports & Fitness), Mel Galeon for Fv Foods (PCCT Business Excellence), Paulina Corpuz (Pinoy of the Year), Jane Manalang Paguio (Entrepreneur of the Year), Ma. Eleanor Mescallado-Kalash (Excellence Award in Arts & Culture), Rosemer Albovias Enverga for the late Senator Tobias Jun Enverga (Posthumous Lifetime Achievement

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