Celebrating democracy and heritage is nothing short of an electric trend for Filipino Canadians this year. The Philippine general election in May, the 43rd Canadian federal election in October, and the Filipino Heritage in June 2019 will test the Filipino citizenry of its social and community engagement.
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Canadian Parliament Declares June as Filipino Heritage Month
In a unanimous vote of 290 in favor and none against, the House of Commons of the Parliament of Canada adopted on Tuesday, 30 October, Motion 155–declaring the month of June of each year as Filipino Heritage Month throughout Canada. The private member’s bill was authored by MP Salma Zahid who represents the Scarborough Centre district in the Greater Toronto...
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Distinguished Overseas Filipino Individuals and Organizations to Receive Presidential Awards
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Public safety minister eyes steps to strengthen oversight of the RCMP
The federal public safety minister says he is “deeply committed” to enhancing oversight of the RCMP by strengthening the role...
Canada pledges funds as G7 develops response to famine fallout from Russian invasion
Canada has pledged 50 million dollars to prevent Ukrainian grain from going to waste today as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau committed to working with G-7 nations on further measures to halt the famine caused by the Russian invasion