2nd update:Nov. 12, 2022, 8:50 P.M. Updated: Nov. 12, 2022, 1:38 P.M. Vancouver, B.C. Press Release Designer Jaki Penalosa weaves a spell in Vancouver The creative artistry of renowned designer Jaki Penalosa mesmerized fashion enthusiasts during ILUSTRADO: A Night with Jaki Penalosa, held at Royal Palace Banquet Hall last October 22. Attended by more than […]
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Vancouver, B.C. Manny Jacinto to appear in Star Wars movie franchise, Zenia Marshall stars in One of Us is Lying Season 2 By Charmaine Y. Rodriguez TWO Canadian actors of Filipino descent are in for exciting times as they are cast in separate TV series. Manuel Luis Jacinto, a Canadian actor born in Manila, Philippines, will
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Vancouver, B.C. “The Radical Centre” with C.E. Gatchalian November 9 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Free ‘I’ve never had a strong sense of self, and it’s still something I’m working on. This lack of self has manifested itself in a number of ways. As extreme shyness. As narcissism. As obsessive-compulsive disorder. As uncritical
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Updated:November 10, 2022, 8:22 P.M. Funeral arrangements Paulina’s family would like to thank everyone for their outpouring of love for Paulina, as well as the care that was given to her by the Toronto EMS team, Toronto Fire Services, and healthcare professionals at Sunnybrook Hospital during her last hours. They would also like to thank
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Vancouver, B.C. Brings power of dance and of Filipinas Mildred German Vancouver, BC – “We Don’t Dance for Nothing” has been described as “a love letter to Filipina Domestic Workers of Hong Kong”. The film was Honorable Mention, Best Documentary at the recent DOXA Documentary Film Festival 2022 (May 5-15, 2022), and is back again
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada’s most beautiful season is here and for families, especially newcomers in the country, it’s the best time to update your family photos By Charmaine Y. Rodriguez Filipino-Canadian photographer Raymond Lopez says it is the busiest season for photographers because “the colors and feels of autumn” just make everyone want to take
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Vancouver, B.C. Vancouver author and playwright recognized for work C.E. ‘Chris’ Gatchalian is one of the recipients of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia’s Arts and Music Awards. These one-time awards recognize individuals, groups, and organizations throughout British Columbia who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, creativity, community engagement, and commitment through fostering and mentoring others in
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Vancouver, B.C. “…rich memories of ‘home’, ‘migration’, and ‘survival…” “With complicated, entwined, and rich memories of ‘home’, ‘migration’, and ‘survival’ with uncertainty and limited means, and adding the notions of karton (in English, carton; also famous for Balikbayan Boxes) symbolizing the world economy, the supply chain, and the systemic racism in the global labour practices,”
Khim Mata Hipol wins prestigious award. (Photo: Scott Little Photography) Updated… Vancouver, B.C. Khim Mata Hipol was “shocked” on hearing he won the award The annual Audain Travel Award provides $7,500 to young artists enrolled in a full-time fine arts program. By Mildred German Filipino artist and 4th-year Emily Carr University (ECU) photography student Khim
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Updated:October 18,2022, 12:o8 P.M. Vancouver, B.C. Keeping January’s legacy alive ten years after her murder The tragic death of January Marie Lapuz ten years ago in 2012 shocked her family and communities. A local support group responds with actions to cherish her legacy and to highlight the struggle of immigrant transgenders of colour. Mildred German
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