Month of June is the celebration of Filipino Heritage Month in Canada from coast to coast to coast. Motion 155 authored by MP Salma Zahid of Scarborough Ontario, co-authored by MP Anthony Housefather of Mont Royal Riding in Montreal, was unanimously approved by the House of Commons in recognition of the growing to a million Filipinos contribution to Canada today. Hardworking and responsible service working people, creative and resourceful in […]
This was one week before I changed robe for good and received the Sacrament of the Holy Orders in Rome. The mere presence of the beloved Pope draws one closer to God. His words touch the depths of our soul and bring us face to face with eternity. To the left is the portrait of the Saint in meditative prayer (I used soft oil pastel on Canson paper, framed and presented personally to the Holy Father. The light and shadows […]
The recent visit of U.S. President Barack Obama to the Philippines has alarmed various militant groups that prompted them to stage protests on the day to demonstrate their opposition to the alleged American dominance over our lands. They believe it will create more economic and security problems to our country. Many protesters, as seen on TV, strongly denounced the agreement signed by the two nations on enhanced defense cooperation by shouting sharply and loudly while pushing the barbed wires blocking the […]
QUEBEC CITY, April 29, 2014 / CNW Telbec / - A new tool is now available to assist in the search for missing persons with cognitive problems. Through consultation diverse backgrounds, those police sectors, health, accommodation and caregivers, this prevention tool may be used to help locate seniors who are missing their environment and have memory loss, among other things, to prevent the serious consequences that can result in their disappearance. The Agency for Health and Social Services of the National Capital, […]
Toast of Honorable Barack Obama, President of the United States of America: During the state dinner [Delivered at Rizal Cermonial Hall, Malacañan Palace, on April 28, 2014] Thank you so much. Magandang gabi. [Applause] President Aquino; distinguished guests: On behalf of my delegation and myself, I want to thank you for the magnificent welcome today, and thank you for your gracious hospitality this evening. Mr. President, I am deeply honored to receive the Order of Sikatuna. I accept it in the spirit […]
MONTREAL, April 28, 2014 / CNW Telbec / - In this day of national mourning, the CSST invites employers and workers across Canada to observe a minute of silence in tribute to those who lost their lives or were injured at work. She also took the opportunity to unveil the results of occupational accidents and occupational diseases in the last year and remember the importance of making all workplaces are safe. Note that the Quebec flag outside the headquarters of the CSST, Bourdages […]
