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QUEBEC CITY, June 1, 2014 / CNW Telbec / – The Minister of International Relations and Francophonie, Christine St-Pierre , will lead a multi-mission within the framework of the 7 th Conference of Heads of […]

Association des enseignants canadienne philippin Québec a célébré aujourd’hui le 18e anniversaire de l’Association ici à Montréal . Nouvelle série de conseils d’administration pour 2014-2016 nous sommes intronisé par Mme Natalie Pelausa , QACFT président de 2002 à 2004 . L’induction d’officiers a eu lieu au Grand Hall, 6767 Centre communautaire , de la Côte -des-Neiges , Montréal , Québec , Canada . M. Joseph Gonzales a été le premier président élu mâle depuis que l’organisation a commencé . D’autres dirigeants ont été les suivants , V.P. pour administration Josefa Nicolas , V.P. pour Merlita Ballesteros , Secrétaire Nenita Licyayo , Sous-Secrétaire Melanie Somejo et trésorier Elvira Estopa . Adjoint . Trésor Valentina Datu – Lee , vérificateur Eppie Gevero , Directeur de la Communication Jean Linden , directeur d’adhésion Leah Baldelovar et Gliceria Ducyugan , administration de référence et de documentation juridiques Elma Bulatao et Irene Quizon , administration de services d’éducation Josie Fely Caro et Jennifer Ronsales , administration de jeunesse et des Sports Trans Liganor et Rainier Omayao , administration avec Portfollo Iliminda Slawick et Flora dela Cruz .
Mme Elsa Montealegre – QACFT président 2012 – 2014 donne son discours de bienvenue . Elle a cité que « Aucun homme n’est une île . ” Est-ce vraiment vrai , car sans amis et la coopération entre les membres; aucun président ne peut faire bouger les choses . But et objectifs pourraient n’ont pas été atteints . ”

M. Joseph Gonzales donne son discours d’acceptation . Disant: «Je ne peux pas faire cela tout seul et je dois être dans ce voyage avec les gens qui comptent – ma famille , Ruby et Jewel qui ont résisté tranquillement par moi ( loyal et de confiance ) où je les ai pris ; mes amis qui n’ont jamais cessé de croire en moi ; mes non- amis qui contestent ma patience et tester mon endurance . ” En effet, les inductions des officiers a été un succès et avec le président élu nouvellement actif de l’association qui est entièrement pris en charge non seulement par ses collègues enseignants, mais aussi d’autres dirigeants de la communauté sûrement les buts et les objectifs de l’Association seront à atteindre.

Quebec Association of Canadian Filipino Teacher celebrated today the 18th anniversary of the Association here in Montreal. New set of Executive Boards for 2014-2016 we’re inducted by Ms. Natalie Pelausa, QACFT President 2002-2004. The induction of officers was held at the Grand Hall, 6767 Community Center, Cote des Neiges, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Mr. Joseph Gonzales was the first male President Elected since the organization was started. Other Executive Officers were as follows, V.P. for Administrative Josefa Nicolas, V.P. for Merlita Ballesteros, Secretary Nenita Licyayo, Assistant Secretary Melanie Somejo and Treasurer Elvira Estopa. Asst. Treasure Valentina Datu-Lee, Auditor Eppie Gevero, Director for Communication John Linden, Director for Membership Leah Baldelovar and Gliceria Ducyugan, Directors for Referral and Legal Documentation Elma Bulatao and Irene Quizon, Directors for Educational Services Josie Fely Caro and Jennifer Ronsales, Directors for Youth and Sports Trans Liganor and Rainier Omayao, Directors with Portfollo  Iliminda Slawick and Flora dela Cruz.

Ms. Elsa Montealegre – QACFT President 2012 – 2014 gives her welcome address. She quoted that “No man is an island.”  Is really true, for without friends and cooperation among members; no president can make things happen. Goal and objectives could have not been achieved.”

Mr. Joseph Gonzales gives his acceptance speech. Saying, “I cannot do this alone and will have to be in this journey with people that matter – my family, Ruby and Jewel who have stood quietly by me (loyal and trusting) wherever I took them; my friends who never ceased believing in me; my non-friends who challenge my patience and test my endurance.”  Indeed the inductions of officers was a success and with the newly active elected president of the association which is fully supported not only by his fellow teachers but also other leaders of the community surely the Association’s goals and objectives will be achieve.

Big yes is the ultimate response. Himamat is set on May 2, 2015.

For four (4) years of waiting, Glan-School of Arts and Trades – Association of High School Alumni and Himamat Organizers confirmed that […]

Sanchez Peak, GenSan’s Highest

by Ariel Lalisan

NOT VERY far from the urban center of General Santos City, one can experience adventure and fun with nature and enjoy a breathtaking sight of the cityscape from a lofty vantage point. I joined my mountaineering friends (Team Bundol Mountaineers, UGTAS, and Wasalak) in a trek to Sanchez Peak via Balakayo Trail and then traversed to Amsicong and Kalaja, Falls, and finally, exited to Cassava, Polomolok, South Cotabato.

Getting There
I prepared a two-day itinerary for this outdoor adventure. We hired a multicab from Lagao Terminal to Conel at Php 20 per head. At Conel, we took a single motorcycle that charged Php 100 per head. The road is very rough, I understand, but the price is still a bit too high. We tried to haggle and we were able to lower it down to Php 80.

The motorcycles took us to Balakayo, where the trek started. It took us roughly two-hours to reach the peak. The first part of the trail was very steep until you reach the  cross-road to the 5th Mountain Adventure Park, where you could ride the zip line and cable cars for a fee. It wasn’t part of our itinerary, though, so we continued on.
We stopped by one of the peaks because it was too misty that time, we couldn’t see the trail very well.

Mt. Matutum can be seen from that point on. It’s beautiful shape stands out from the surrounding landscape.

Sanchez Peak is a good site for relaxation. You can see the whole GenSan area and the towns of Alabel, Malapatan, Glan, and Maasim, which surround the Sarngani Bay. It has a wide area for camping. The owner of the land collects Php 15 from trekkers. They also sell potable water at Php 20 per gallon.
Sunset, City Lights, and the Sunrise at Sanchez Peak
The perfect time to start the trek to Sanchez Peak is in the afternoon so that you will be welcomes by the wonderful sunset. In our case, we left Lagao at about 1:00 PM.

We were lucky to still be able to watch the beautiful view of the setting sun, which Sanchez Peak is known for, despite the bad weather in the past weeks.

And of course, everyone was caught in awe when GenSan started to light up as the night crawled. Looking at the whole city and its bright lights is one of the most relaxing things you could do. If you are in need of inspiration and some quiet time, Sanchez Peak is just so perfect for you.


One more thing you would love about Sanchez Peak is to wake up to a beautiful morning. I would run out of adjectives to describe how great it felt to be like standing on top of the world.
From Sanchez to Kalaja

According to some friends who frequent the area, there is a shorter and an easier to route to Sanchez Peak as an alternative to Balakayo. The Balsinang trail would only take trekkers about an hour to reach the peak. I have yet to try it. Yes, one day, I will.




From Sanchez Peak, we trekked to Amsicong and Kalaja Falls. It took us two hours to reach our destination through a challenging river trail. If you have been reading my blog, I had once visited Amsikong and Kalaja Falls. Team Wasalak led us in this part of the trail.
Itinerary
Day 1
12:30 PM             Assembly at Lagao
1:00 PM                ETD Motorcycle from Lagao to Balakayo
1:25 PM                ETA at Balakayo
1:30PM                 ETD Trekking from Balakayo to Sanchz Peak
5:00PM                 ETA at Sanchez Peak
6:00PM                 Tent Pitching / Preparation for Dinner
7:00PM                 Dinner
8:00PM                 Happy Hour/Camp Socials
Day 2
6:00AM                 Wake Up Call / Preparation for Breakfast
7:00AM                 Breakfast
8:00AM                 Break Camp
8:30AM                 ETD Trekking to Amsicong and Kalaja
10:30AM              ETA at Kalaja
11:00AM              Preparation for Lunch / Swimming
12:00NN               Lunch / Swimming
1:30PM                 ETD from Kalaja to 2nd Camp Site
2:00 PM                ETA at camp site
2:30PM                 ETD from camp site to cave
3:00PM                 Cave exploration
4:30PM                 Homeward Bound
 

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Ariel Lalisan
I’m a teacher by profession. When I’m not in the classroom, I’d be in the mountains, exploring the wonderful creation of God. I’m also into photography, writing, filmmaking, song writing, and name-it-i’ll-do-it. This blog is a proof that I love everything I do.

Name: Irene Khate Pastores Ibarra
Age: 20
Address: Notre Dame Ile Perrot QC
From Solano, Nueva Vizcaya Philippines
Pastry Making Graduate at Lester B Pearson School Board

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QUÉBEC, May 28, 2014 / CNW Telbec / – After having had the blur on the question of the sale of Hydro-Québec, the Liberal government finally listened to reason and has flip-flopped. The Prime Minister has indeed […]

Congratulations to all Gingoognons!

The launching of the Abtik Pinoy Project of Mayor Marie Guingona and Inauguration of Balay Pangarap – Gingoog City Youth Home, the first in the entire Region 10. All […]