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Exclusive: Why was Narima Dela Cruz not invited by Rey Fortaleza?

Narima Dela Cruz could be the first Filipino city councillor in the suburban city of Surrey.   Updated… Bakit hindi inimbita si Narima Dela Cruz? Vancouver, B.C. By Ted Alcuitas A prominent candidate for Surrey City Council and the one most expected to win a seat was not in a forum of Filipino-Canadian candidates. Narima […]

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Toronto: Paulina Corpuz hopes to be first Filipino councillor

Well-known community advocate  Paulina Corpuz aims to be first Filipina councillor. (Facebook)   Scarborough, Ontario Only two candidates remain in running after changes   By Ted Alcuitas Voting day: October 22, 2018 · I am Paulina Corpuz. I came to Canada in 1993, with my 11-month old child, reuniting with my husband who came before

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Breaking: Vancouver candidates Jojo Quimpo and Hector Bremmer faces allegations

Jojo Quimpo is being accused of supporting cyberbullying by MetroVan Inpependent News publisher Steve Marshall. (Facebook) Vancouver, B.C. On the hot seat By Ted Alcuitas On the eve of the Vancouver vote this Saturday, October 20, two candidates with links to the Filipino community are in the news that questions their integrity. Council candidate Jojo Quimpo

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Breaking: Politics in the North: Nurse Rommel Silverio reelected in Yellowknife, Edwin Castillo fails in 1st try

Silverio won a second term as city councillor for Yellowknife.(Facebook) Candidates profiles Rommel Silverio My name is Rommel Silverio. When I came to Yellowknife in the 1990s, I was working three jobs to cover costs, including cleaning at Stanton. I decided to go back to school and garnered a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. I now manage

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“Hindi tayo ganoon…, ” VP Leni Robredo told audience

Vice-President Leni Robredo spoke to a capacity crowd of The Philippine Bicol Association of B.C. at Burnaby’s Hilton Hotel. (All photos by PCN.com) First update:..9:30 AM, October 17, 2018 Burnaby, B.C. Vice-President appeals to kababayans not to forget their motherland Analysis By Ted Alcuitas For those who expected a ‘lively’ event, the much-touted Gala Dinner

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Winnipeg mother issues urgent appeal to help daughters go to Ireland for world karate championships

Winnipeg, Manitoba Tulongan natin ang Igne sisters By Ted Alcuitas A Winnipeg mother is asking for support to send her two champion daughters to Dublin, Ireland as part of the Canadian National Team at the WKC World Karate and Kickboxing Championships in Dublin, Ireland on October 27 to November 2, 2018. Lee Angela Igne, Grade

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Jocelyn Curteanu seeks third term in Whitehorse

Curteanu is an energetic advocate for building a diverse, inclusive and sustainable community. ( Provided)   Press Release “Jocelyn Curteanu has proudly served as a voice for the people of Whitehorse since 2012. In her two terms, she has been an energetic advocate for building a diverse, inclusive and sustainable community.  Curteanu is pleased to see

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Politics: Can this black-belter be Winnipeg’s emerging politician?

This martial artist could be Winnipeg’s next Filipino woman in politics. (Facebook) First update:  October 13, 2018, 3:53 PM. Second Update: Oct. 13, 2018, 8:00 PM Winnipeg Will martial arts expert Kelly Legaspi be Winnipeg’s next school trustee? By Ted Alcuitas In the game of politics, you need a thick skin in addition to brain

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Pamulitika: Walo ang tumatakbo sa British Columbia

City of Kitimat’s Edwin Empinado is seeking a third term as councillor. (Facebook) Updated: October 13, 2018, 9:33 AM British Columbia Eight Filipinos seek seats in municipal elections By Ted Alcuitas A total of eight candidates are vying for seats across the lower mainland. Edwin Empinado is seeking a third term as a City councillor

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Kaunaunahang konsehal? Narima Dela Cruz poised to be first Filipino Surrey City councillor

Dela Cruz could make history if she makes it to Surrey City Council on Saturday . (Facebook) Narima Dela Cruz on the cusp of victory in Surrey By Ted Alcuitas “Salamat po sa lahat ng naninindigan, tumutulong at nagtitiwala sa ating pagpupugay at patuloy na paniniwala at pagdakila sa lahing Filipino! “ Just eight days

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