Publisher's Note

Publisher’s Note
Belated Happy Labor Day to all. Colors are changing around us, a sign that summer is over and fall is here to stay for a while. My 13 year old daughter and my 5 year old son are very much excited that school will soon start. We have to make sure that our children are safe [...]
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NEWS FROM October 2019

SARAH GERONIMO – THIS 15 ME LIVE IN CALGARY

By CK
September 22, 2019 was a big day for the FILIPINO community. All roads lead to Grey Eagle Casino and Event Centre. The date was marked in their calendar because they will witness another great performance from none other than the popstar royalty, Sarah G – This 15 Me Concert Tour in Calgary. Along with [...]

Pursuing Unity

By Consuelo (Chit) E. Munar

Unity is strength…where there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. – Mattie Stepanak
In October,1945, the United Nations, an international organization dedicated to world peace and stability was officially established. Over 51 countries around the world signed in the Declaration of the United Nations, the text having been drafted [...]

Celebrating outstanding volunteers for seniors The Government of Alberta is recognizing nine individuals and organizations for making a difference in the lives of Alberta seniors and their communities.

For more than 20 years, the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards have recognized volunteers and groups that dedicate their time and talents to make life better for Alberta seniors.
The recipients of the Alice Modin award will also be recognized. Thirty years ago, Modin campaigned to launch a seniors’ day in Strathcona County, paving the way for [...]

Erwinism: A Whip to the Fire

By Erwin Maramat
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift of God, which is why we call it the present.”
― Bill Keane

“Never mind those thermal jackets, I don’t want steaks fresh off the fridge.” Imagine the lives of hominids prior to the discovery of fire or if you lack the penchant [...]

Anne Curtis hurt whenever asked about having a baby

In show biz, a typical progression of questions an actress in a romantic relationship gets during interviews goes something like this:
1. Has your boyfriend proposed marriage? (Or are you already living together?) 2. When is the wedding? (What’s taking you so long?) 3. When are you trying for a baby? 4. When are you going [...]

Only winner from the Philippines

MAJA SALVADOR WINS BEST ACTRESS AWARD IN 1st ASIA CONTENTS AWARDS
Maja Salavador bagged the first ever Best Actress award for drama in the 1st Asia Contents Awards held in in Busan, South Korea, for her portrayal of the lead character in the hit Philippine TV series, “Wildflower.”
Salvador, who is also the lone winner [...]

Life in the Barrio

IN THIS CORNER:

By: Tigs Tidalgo
The chapel bell rang ferociously. It was Sunday morning and a beautiful day. The barrio folks were summoned to the church. This mass was special. They had a priest this time. They usually had their local ‘kagawad’ leading the service in lieu of a priest. Father Nene was already in [...]

Benefits and Privileges of a Solo Parent in the Philippines

If you are one of the 20 million single parents (or caregivers) in the Philippines, then you are responsible for raising the 60 million kids that make up the next generation of Filipinos. Today’s parents have driven the global statistics of single parenting up to an all-time high, and it has become acceptable to take [...]

Golden Generations Hold Computer Training Sessions

by Connie Kriaski
The Golden Generations Seniors Club of Calgary headed by Mr. Ben Balaong conducted a Computer Training Sessions at the Marlborough Park Community Center. The 1st batch of training sessions from Septermber 26, 28 and 29, 2019 from 1-5 pm and they had 12 laptops and 12 Ipads to be used for [...]

Youth Employment Centre connects 150 youth to job opportunities with leading Calgary employers

Today The City’s Youth Employment Centre (YEC) will give 150 Calgarians, ages 16 to 24, an opportunity to connect with leading employers. CERT Logistics, Cintas, Fairmont Palliser, Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire, TELUS, The Source and Walmart will be conducting pre-scheduled job interviews throughout the day.This opportunity is held in partnership with Opportunity for [...]