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This page aim to facilitate quick information exchange through the community as they become available. The postings will be updated every month or as may be deemed necessary. Media participation definitely encouraged from all members social groups.

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Press Release: 

The Philippine Consulate General in Toronto kindly requests your   organization to disseminate the attached press releases among your members and, if possible, upload them on your website.


Philippine position on Bajo De Masinloc and Waters Within the Vicinity. click here JSVP-05-2012

Discontinuance of Extention of Green Machine Readable Ready Passports (MRRP) click here JSVP-04-2012 

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Donna Tiqui-Shebib Visits HFCC Board 
The first Filipino provincial candidate to grace Hamilton introduced herself as a professional law practitioner serving the City of Hamilton. Her office is at 20 Hughson Street South, Suite 406, addition to accepting legal aid work and performing pro bono work, Donna Tiqui-Shebib donates her time and talents to local charities, and firm sponsorship of community-based, non-profit sports organizations

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Japanese calamity Relief Fund.
Hamilton Filipino Community Centre Officers presenting a $500.00 cheque to 
the president of Japanese Cultural Centre Hamilton as contribution to the Japanese fund raising drive last April 13, 2011. 

Picture L-R. Joe Monaco, Josie Monaco, Cely Villabroza, Bonner Villabroza, Mitch Kawasaki (Japanese Cultural centre President),  Rey Viquiera and Gaspar Aberilla.

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Hamilton celebrates SANTACRUZAN 2010

SANTACRUZAN 2010.....another successful cultural event!

Thank you to the organizers and the Community of Love of Hamilton for their continued dedication & support in celebrating this cultural event. And a big thank you to the participants and the parents that took their time and effort in getting their beautiful children ready for this celebration. There were lots of food for everyone to enjoy after. Again it was held at St. Margaret Mary.
 
By:  Ruby Sarmiento Amog
Advocate for the Elderly, the Women & Children
Serving the Hamilton Community, National & International

 

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The PCA Dinner Dance fund raiser for the HFCC Calamity Fund. The event was on Friday Oct. 9th at Michelangelos Banquet Centre. Click above to view slideshow of the affair.

FCAN GOLF 

FCAN Presidential Golf Tournament at Rolling Meadows July 18, 2009

During the golfing season the St. Catherines group always find the time to extend an invitation to the Hamilton and suburb duffers to join them in their tournaments. Link on the topic above to view slideshow of one of the events.

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Winner: RUBY SARMIENTO AMOG (Volunteerism)

YWCA Hamilton 2009 Women of Distinction Awards
An event recognizing Exceptional Women in the Hamilton community
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009, Hamilton Convention Centre


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Ruby is making a difference by volunteering in her community. She has shown her dedication by creating, participating or adapting programs to meet community needs. She has also demonstrated the strength and resolve to weather the challenges facing her community. Never bound by anyone's definition of volunteering, she forges new ground by refusing to believe that there are limits to how we can share skills and care for others. She has also demonstrated extraordinary leadership in improving the lives of women and girls in Hamilton in several areas.

The Filipino community of Hamilton congratulates Ruby for receiving this award.

 

 

2009 PBA WINTER LEAGUE OPENING


PHILIPPINE BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION (PBA) OF HAMILTON
19TH SEASON WINTER LEAGUE OPENING
Sunday, January 18TH, 2009

By: Ruby Sarmiento Amog
Zonta Club of Hamilton II, Zonta International
905-575-5628, ruby@mountaincable.net

HAMILTON — Today’s youth is the foundation of our society, so we look to our children to herald a brighter future. The occasion was marked by performances from the Filipino community. Overall, the event was received as a great success. The guest speaker, Russ Powers, Dundas Councilor and Representative for the City of Hamilton Municipal Council, greeted and congratulated the community. Mr. Powers greatly supports the youth of PBA. Ruby Sarmiento Amog, Fundraiser and Organizer, acknowledged the youth division and their efforts. Ruby continues to fundraise for their uniform, registration and travel expenses. Mrs. Amog also announced and invited the youth to participate in the Literacy through Sports Program in collaboration with The Glob Youth Centre, SISO and McMaster University. The goal of this program is to provide educational skills, while satisfying the youth’s desire for sport and recreation. This program is free of charge and open to newcomers regardless of athletic or academic ability. If you are between the ages of 7 to 25, male or female, and of Filipino heritage, you are eligible to register for this BASKETBALL sports program.

Pavielyne Carandang, Miss Philippines Hamilton 2008 was in attendance and tossed the game ball. CONGRATULATIONS go out to the newly elected officers of the PBA and to its President, Bobby Aviguetero. The divisions are as follows: a) Men's Open Division (16 yrs. of age and over) limited to 16 teams only; b) Senior Division (30 and over); c) Master Division (40 and over); d) youth division (Mosquito, Pee-Wee, Bantam and girls).

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HFCC SPONSORED
ST. JOHN BOSCO CHORALE FUNDRAISING CONCERT
BY: ROLLYCAB - PHOTOS BY: TALIBA STAFF


Hamilton, Ontario (November 14, 2008) Another successful event was held in Hamilton Filipino Community Centre chaired by fundraising expert Ruby Sarmiento Amog on Friday, November 14, 2008. The fundraising concert for St. John Bosco Chorale filled up the centre with an overcrowding attendance of more than 200 people.

The St. John Bosco Chorale came to Canada on October 17 from the Philippines through the invitation of the Annunciation of our Lord Parish priest Father Gary Schlack. The St. John Bosco Chorale was formed in Makati, Philippines in November 2000. The group, through the leadership of its conductor, Lester Delgado, performed internationally on concert tours; Hong Kong in 2004 and 2005 as well as in Europe (Germany, Belgium and Austria) last May to June 2007. Their repertoire consists of classical to sacred songs, international songs, Filipino locale songs and traditional, kundiman and/or folk songs from the different part of the country.

The group of nineteen performers has brought happiness to the different parishes in Mississauga, Hamilton and Brantford during their one month visit in Hamilton. Their theme “Go the Distance” aimed to help churches fundraising to get the youth back to their parishes and show-case the Filipino talents. That night was an extraordinary performance for this group since the Hamilton Filipino Community Centre actually fundraised to help offset their travel cost. The HFCC fundraising net revenue was $1000.00 and was donated to the group. One of the HFCC’s Affiliated Association, the Filipino Association of Burlington donated $150.00 presented by its President, Josie Tejada. Miss Philippines Hamilton 2008, Pavielyne Carandang was also present. It was a stunning emotion from the crowd to hear wonderful voices.

Once again great participation by the Hamiltonians, the sponsors, donors and the fundraising committee, Ruby was very thankful to all. For the other part of Greater Toronto Area, should you wish to hear the St. John Bosco Chorale, Ruby can be reached at 905-575-5628.

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Captions:
001 - The St. John Bosco Chorale of Manila, Philippines sings for the Hamilton Filipino Community

002 - The St. John Bosco Chorale (L-R: 1st row - Conductor Lester Delgado, Anna Balatbat, Mae Lagman, Karen dela Luna-Ogbac, Soprano Alvin Selfa, Violinist Rechelle Alcances, Lesley Faye Verayo, Ada Balatbat, Maribeth Florea, Cellist Herrick Ortiz; 2nd row - Jess Taburnal, Rico Ogbac, Dax Arellano, Kelvine Maglaya, Louie Pena, Graenald Enero, Kenneth Laurente, Vince Olandesca, RJ Baris) with the HFCC Fundraising Committee (L-R: Jun Policarpio, Joe Monaco, Rey Viquiera, Sally Viquiera & Ruby Sarmiento Amog)

003 - The St.John Bosco Chorale after the concert at the HFCC, with Ms. Ruby Sarmiento Amog, Chair, HFCC Fundraising Committee

004 - RJ Lingao Lingao, local talent singer, 3rd place winner of the recent Novo Ecijano’s Golden Singing Contest

005 - The St.John Bosco Chorale after the concert, with Miss Philippines Hamilton 2008 Pavielyne Carandang

006 – SJB Conductor Lester Delgado receiving the cheque for $1000.00 (HFCC fundraising net revenue) presented by Dr. F. Cabilan, HFCC Chairman of Board

007 - Diane Vidallon, local talent singer, grand prize winner of the recent Novo Ecijano’s Golden Singing Contest

008 - Filipino Association of Burlington donated $150.00 presented by its President, Josie Tejada to SJB Conductor Lester Delgado

009 - Ignited Youth Ministry Band (JIA Community Church), local performer
 

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PIBNA TOURNAMENT 2008
AUGUST 30 & 31, 2008

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PBA HAMILTON TEAMS PLAYED WELL IN PIBNA TOURNAMENT 2008

The PBA (Pilipino Basketball Association) Hamilton competed at the basketball tournament during the recent 32nd Philippine Inter-City Basketball of North America in Ottawa, Ontario last August 30th & 31st, 2008. The following three teams made it to the quarter finals, the 5’10 and under team, the Master team and the 11 and under team. The 11 and under team surprised everyone with their tough and intense performance. The Men’s open team put forth their best efforts. The event allowed players to show off their skills on an international level. Thank you to all the teams, sponsors, supporters, families & friends for their continued support.

By: Jun Policarpio, President, PBA Hamilton

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On its 7th year, Hamilton MardiGras Carnival is a multi-cultural extravaganza that invited people of all ethnicities to join in the creation of one truly unforgettable community experence. The Hamilton MardiGras Carnival began at Bayfront Park on Friday, August 8. The evening was marked by highlight performances from the Filipino community. Pavielyne Carandang, Miss Philippines Hamilton 2008, greeted all those in attendance, and Romeo LingaoLingao and Krystal Valencia sang for the audience, Romeo in English, Krystal in Tagalog. On the following day, the MardiGras parade ran from John St. to Bayfront Park, attracting a large and diverse turnout. The Filipino float, which was in first position, had the honour of being the only float designated to just one community. New migrants, infants, children, senior citizens, and performers participated in the Filipino float. Overall, the event was received as a great success and reservations for next year are already being planned. Special thanks go out to Bernadette Ling, President of Hamilton MardiGras, for affording the Filipino community the opportunity to participate in the two day event; to my committee Rey Viquiera, Lito Carandang, Joe Monaco and Sally Viquiera for their time and support in preparing the Filipino float, thanks to Fil Santos as well; and to DJ Jooce, who volunteered his time and talent to make the celebrations all the more memorable.

By: Ruby Sarmiento Amog
Board of Directors, Fundraising & Special Projects
Hamilton Filipino Community Centre

If music be the food of love, play on...
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THE JUANA TEJADA DECISION

Read this document on Scribd: PRESS RELEASE Approval - July 18 2008 FINAL

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Board members reviewing Financial Statement

General Membership Meetings Agenda:

1. Review and approval of last year's minutes
2. Report of the President re: last year's business performance
3. Financial report - Treasurer
4. Presentation, review and approval of Audit report
5. Presentation and ratification of amendments to HFCC constitution and by-law
6. Other business
7. Questions and answers period.

Light snack and coffee was provided.

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Vart Garing audited the books of the HFCC and presented the financial statement to the board and all those present.

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Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently.

Fel Marpa Webmaster

RED CARPET GALA

This red carpet GALA is happening Sunday, May 4th, Carmen's Banquet & Convention Centre. Doors open at 5:30pm, pageant to commence at 6:30pm. Please arrive by 6:15pm. This event is SOLD OUT! Thank you to everyone for your support! This will definitely be one unforgettable event!

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#5 NIKKI
#2 SANDY
#4 TIFFANY
#3 JUNE
#6 PAVIELYNE
 
#1 AYEZA
 
#7 VANESSA
 

 

The first meeting (March 16th the photoshoot) and introduction of the contestants, the photographer, the choreographer as well as the videographer, has all the makings of a memorable pageant. With support from corporate sponsors and other benefactors there is no doubt that what we will witness, will be talked about for a long time. An exciting lineup of activities will be held throughout the course of the presentation.

For details of the event SOUVENIR PROGRAM ADVERTISEMENT AND FOR TICKETS click and download, print and share the Information below.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FLYER

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Fel Marpa Webmaster

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the heart that loves is always young.

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ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
at the Halton Regional Police Service Headquarters

DOWNLOAD POSTER

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A CELEBRATION OF ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH

PRESS RELEASE:

This family event is intended to celebrate Canada’s Asian Heritage through the Asian Culture. There will be a formal ceremony, refreshments as well as the opportunity for the public to casually experience Asian photo exhibits, artwork, cultural pavilions, dance and entertainment.

VIEW DETAILS

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Click on above topic to view message to all potential BUSINESS VENDORS.

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If you wish to know the mind of a man, listen to his words.

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YOUNG ASIAN CANADIAN IDOL SINGING COMPETITION

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A CELEBRATION OF ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH


PRESS RELEASE:

The Canadian Multicultural Council- Asians in Ontario in cooperation with the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario is launching a series of competitions in its search for a Young Asian Canadian Idol 2008

VIEW EMAIL FILE HERE

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Click on above topic to view Email message to all potential contestants.


To All Friends in the Filipino Community:

You may wish to listen to the 9 Finalists of the Young Asian Canadian Singing Competition on the website of Toronto Sun.

Visit www.torontosun.com and click the upper left hand side on the Young Asian Competition symbol. You can listen to all the 9 finalists and if you wish you can vote on the contestant that impresses you.

Three from the Filipino Community made it to the Finals:

1. Beautiful and talented 20 year old University of Waterloo double major student Stephanie Cansino who sung the song Hero.
2. Young 14 year old with an amazing voice Candace Santos (view video below) performing I Still Believe popularized by our very own Lea Salonga on the Broadway hit Miss Saigon, and
3. Showman 16 year old high school student Vincent Villanueva who essayed his own version of Me and Mrs Jones to the Final.

If you want to know more about all the contestants, please watch out for the Toronto Sun issue of March 15 where they will be featured in an Asian Heritage Month Supplement.

The Young Asian Canadian Singing Competition was organized by the Canadian Multicultural Council Asians in Ontario (www.cmcasians.com) in cooperation with its Title Partner, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and its Media Sponsor, the Toronto Sun in celebration of the Asian Heritage Month of May.

The Final Competition will be held on May 17, 2008 at 7:00 pm at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (Sheppard and Markham). You will be amazed with the singing talents that we have in this diverse community of Toronto.

Enjoy

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I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I'm not.

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Link picture above to ELTP website

Hello,

My name is Ursula Durkalec, I work at The Centre for Skills Development & Training in a program called Career LINC Enhanced language Training. I was wondering if through the HFCC you see members that are new to Canada and might be interested in our programs.

Say what??

ELT Program Document

Click on above topic to view the open Email sent to the HFCC.

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Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners.

LIHAM BALITA ..... It is here the July 2008 ISSUE now online
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I have received a lot of requests to publish this PCA official newsletter for quite some time now, so here I am with my first edition ever. No wonder I was very reluctant to do it because its a time consuming tasks to present a reasonable issue.

The other reason is it takes away lot of megabytes from my other websites just when I have a reliable supplier of very interesting materials for my hometown.

For December 2007 issue link here.

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In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling..

FAB THE NEW KID IN THE BOARD

 


The revived Filipino Burlington Association finally sent their representative to the HFCC Board of Directors. Danny Tejada the better half of President, Josie, will be the official representative of this association. Danny will participate in the monthly BOD meeting where community events are being coordinated to avoid duplication and garner support from everyone. Link to FAB page here.

Remember the three R's:
Respect for self; Respect for others; and Responsibility for all your actions.

FILIPINO SCHOOL Contact: Estela @ (905) 573-9481
Books
Classes are on Fridays @ Blessed Sacrament school from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Enrolment is now on going, please pass this information along to parents with schoolage children.

Say what??

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A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.

LANDSLIDE RELIEF UPDATE

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The fund raising initiated at the Filipino Community Centre last Sunday, Feb 26, 2006 has netted the HFCC Calamity Relief Fund more than $6,386.17 up to May 1st and some more donations are expected. Many thanks to all the donors, the volunteers, the food providers and intertainers for the days event, far too many to mention. You know who you are.

Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams don't have much.

 
Committee Members to be divided into groups for the purpose of looking into:
1. Demolish building and rebuild
2. Sell - move to a new place
3. Stay as is

Members
1. Bonner, Project Leader
2. Jun Policarpio
3. Joe Monaco
4. Jim Ravarra
5. Erica Villabroza


Dr. CABILAN: Thanked everyone who attended the Ato Ato Dance. A cheque for $500.00 was donated to HFCC.

REMINDER:
Organizations have to renew their registration every 5 years. HFCC did not renew in 2005 and will have to be reinstated.

FILCRAH:
At last count have 119 retired members from Canadian work force and honorary members - reached retirement age but continue working

. Activities include trips, casino, and a 4 day trip to Minneapolis .

. Main goal is to keep the retirees active mentally and physically, and be involved in the community.
. $10.00 annual membership fee

Living on Earth is expensive,
but it does include a free trip around the sun every year

DANCE LESSONS AT THE HFCC

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Every 1st & 3rd Sunday of the Month at 03:00 pm Line Dancing lessons at the HFCC. $2.00 Admission fee/person sponsored by FILCRAH.

Willie Boado would like to teach the basics of ballroom dancing every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This will be arranged with Josie. Renters have priority over those using the building for practices.If there are renters, the group will cancel practice.

Dr. Cabilan mentioned that Linda Mercado would like to teach line dancing as well.

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don't speak unless you can improve on the silence.

 


The Tango

A study shows the sultry Argentinean dance is better than walking for overall fitness and health Charlie Brown's canine companion, Snoopy, exuberantly proclaims: "To live is to dance; to dance is to live."

It appears his words were more prophetic than comic-strip creator Charles Shultz realized. There's evidence that dancing as exercise is better for the aging body than even walking is.

McGill University researchers have discovered that the sultry and complex dance moves of the Argentinean tango provide more than good exercise, "they also improve balance.

"Our findings suggest that tango may be better than walking for improving the execution of complex tasks and the ability to move within a restricted area with- out losing one's balance," says Patricia McKinley, professor at McGill's School of Physical and Occupational Therapy. "An added benefit of tango is that its movements are performed to music, which is known to facilitate performance of ambulatory activities."

The findings come from a study that involved 30 Montreal seniors, aged 62 to 90 years. All were healthy but had experienced a fall within the past year and developed a fear of falling. Half of the seniors were given tango lessons, while the others were assigned to a walking group, each group meeting for two hours twice a week. Motor and cognitive skills were evaluated before and after the 10- week program.

The tango group showed more improvement in balance, posture and motor coordination as well as cognitive gains. The dancers proved better at standing on one foot, turning in a confined space and performing a complex task while walking. Memory testing, however, was inconclusive, perhaps, McKinley speculates, because the sample size was so small.


Lower prices on the way

With three new cruise ships in 2005 following on the heels of the boom that ended in 2004, and another six due for service in 2006, travellers can expect more choice with good prices than ever before

 

Life may not be the party we hoped for,
but while we are here we might as well dance.

E-MAIL D'-WEBMASTER

 

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