Filipino Journal Manitoba Edition January 05 - 20, 2016

January 5-20, 2016 • Volume 30, Number 01

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Look dad, no hands! Princess Abby was grinning from ear to ear during a bright sunny Sunday at Westview Park (also known as Garbage Hill) as she slid down on a toboggan accompanied by her father, Jeffrey dela Rosa. The extremely mild winter weather has been great for enjoying the outdoors.

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QPAM “Kapit-Bisig” at Winnipeg Harvest

Top Honours for Just-In Couture

WAAY Youth Hoops

QPAM kicked off the new year with their “Kapit-Bisig” efforts at Winnipeg Harvest. Members of QPAM, FCTPAM and PCBGI once again came together to help support the volunteer needs at Winnipeg Harvest during the holidays. QPAM was also part of last month’s volunteer effort at Winnipeg Harvest with RBC and the Manitoba Filipino Business Council.January 5-20, 2015

Justin Merluza of Just-In Couture captured two awards at the 2015 Wonderful Wedding Show with “Best Booth of 2015” and “Best in Table Escape” at the Wedding Show’s Inspiration Gallery. The “Best Booth” is voted by all participants, vendors and exhibitors while the “Best in Table Escape” is voted by visitors to the Wonderful Wedding Show.- January 20-February 5, 2015

WAAY Basketball League capped off their 2015-15 season on the final championship weekend at Tec Voc School. In the Tykes division championship game, Nash Matias (#2, Team Red) playing against Charles Grande (#6, Team Blue).- April 5-20 ,2015

Hé Ho! Bon Festival!

Whiteout Is Back!

The largest kitchen party is on and everyone is invited! “Hé Ho, Bon Festival!” is the popular shout-out phrase at Winnipeg’s annual winter festival featuring French-Canadian culture, music and food. The Filipino Journal custom made Philippine capote was borrowed by Francis Natividad during his visit to Voyageur Park on Louis Riel Day. Make sure to soak in all the fun at Festival du Voyageur during its final weekend which ends this Sunday, February 22. Just a last minute tip, “Hé Ho” is pronounced as “hay ho”. Enjoy Festival du Voyageur!- February 20-March 5, 2015

Ryan Reyes is ready for the Winnipeg whiteout set to invade MTS Centre during Game 3 of the best-of-seven series against the Anaheim Ducks.

That’s right, the Winnipeg Jets are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a 19 year absence! The Winnipeg Jets clinched a wildcard playoff spot after the second last game of the season thanks to the help of the Calgary Flames defeating the defending Stanley Cup Champions, LA Kings. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal.- April 20-May 5, 2015

RAW:Almond Pop-up Cooking up a storm in the RAW:almond kitchen! Dinner on the frozen Red River in the dead of winter was our city’s best kept secret until the Toronto Star and New York Times wrote about it. Chef Norman Pastorin from Cornerstone Bar & Restaurant was one of 31 chefs to grace the kitchen during the 2015 edition of RAW: almond river pop-up restaurant at the Forks.- February 5-20, 2015

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Red River Ice Capades

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Lots of excitement and happiness on the Red! Twins, Jeree and Jelee Lagac (seated on the toboggan) celebrated their 4th birthday on a sunny day on the Red River Mutual Trail with their sister, Jieanne (standing left) and brothers, Jieno (seated on the left) and Jeloy (standing on the right).

“The Hole Idea” is one of the 2015 Warming Huts found at the Forks along the Red River Mutual Trail.- March 5-20, 2015

Abigail Legaspi is cooking up a storm at Winnipeg’s first community food centre. The NorWest Co-Op Community Food Centre celebrated its grand opening last week for residents in the Inkster neigbourhood. It’s the first of its kind in Western Canada and fifth in Canada and will provide local residents with greater access to healthy food through free community meals, community gardens, cooking classes and groups, community engagement and volunteer opportunities.- March 20-April 5, 2015

City Hall marks 117th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Mayor Brian Bowman, wearing a traditional Barong Tagalog and councillors raised the Philippine flag at Winnipeg City Hall marking the 117th anniversary of Philippine Independence, while celebrating the long history of the Filipino community in Winnipeg dating back to the early 60’s. From left-to-right, Julie Javier, Tony Antonio, Mayor Brian Bowman, Letty Antonio, Councillors Jason Schreyer (Elmwood-East Kildonan), Ross Eadie (Mynarksi), Devi Sharma (Old Kildonan), Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) and Brian Mayes (St. Vital). Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal.- June 20-July5, 2015

Rocksteady Magic Show The Rocksteady concert turned into a oneact magic and comedy show featuring Julia Clarete and Danny “Not Armani” Medina Sr. as the willing magic assistant from the audience. Clarete invited Medina up to the stage and called him “Tito Danny Not Armani” as he walked on stage with a Armani-like leather jacket. The Julia Clarete magic show ended with Medina holding the mic as she made a $50 bill disappear into her bra. Photo by Alfred Gaddi | Filipino Journal- December 5-20, 2015

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PNoy’s Canadian Visit President Aquino enjoying a Canadian kelesa ride in Ottawa.Philippines’ President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino arrived on May 7 for a 3-day state visit to Canada. President Aquino arrived in style for an official welcoming ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa. Photo by Chris Wattie | Reuters. May 20-June5, 2015

Blackjack PBA Champs Blackjack! Blackjack-Vickar edged out Loralee to take the Men’s Open A Final championship title at Garden City Collegiate last month with a 65-58 win. Jeff Salamat was named Men’s Open A division MVP for the regular season. Jeff Munoz was the MVP Finals awardee and Rodel Aaron, Joseph Medrano and Ryan Capina were the all-star players. Visit page 6 & 7 for complete PBA Winnipeg league and championship results. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal. June 5-20, 2015

Let’s Go Fishing Anglers from the Bacoor Association held their 6th Annual Bacoor Fishing Derby last weekend at Selkirk Park. Over 90 anglers lined the banks of the Red River to compete in the annual fishing event for cash prizes and bragging rights. The derby also raises fund for the association’s Youth Bursary Program. Congratulations to Ferdinand Balite for claiming the championship trophy for an impressive 22 catches during the derby. Happy fishing!- October 5-20, 2015

VIVA AKLAN, VIVA STREET FESTIVAL Viva Aklan! The Aklan Ati-Atihan Association of Manitoba captured Best Float and Best Tent awards at the 2015 Manitoba Filipino Street Festival. Dressed in traditional Aklan Ati-Atihan costume, Aireen Miaral danced along the McPhillips parade route under overcast skies. The rain, thundershower and lightening didn’t dampen the spirits of the festival attendees and headline performer, Jericho Rosales. Over 50 Filipino community organizations too part in this year’s Manitoba Filipino Street Festival. Photo by Ron Cantiveros.- September 5-20, 2015

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Folklorama: See It All

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Have you seen it all? 43 Folklorama pavilions over two weeks including the traditional Philipine folk dance called Maglalatik? Both Philippine pavilions - Pearl of the Orient (Week 1) and Nayong Pilipino (Week 2) offer two interpretive dances to the popular folk dance featuring clapping coconut shells. Performers from Magdaragat’s Pearl of the Orient pavilion are featured in Week 1 of Folklorama. Photo by Joseph Orobia | 4th Break Photography.- August 20-September 5, 2015

Gerald Anderson and Liza Sobrano played to a throng of fans at the Star Magic All-Star basketball game and halftime show at Investors Group Athletic Centre. Gerald Anderson was joined by fellow Star Magic talents as they played against Sarte Heating & Cooling Team Tropas. Not to be outdone, Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil entertained the crowd in an energetic halftime show. Photos by Star Roxas | Filipino Journal.- November 5-20, 2015.

MFBC Best In Business

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The Manitoba Filipino Business Council handed out its annual business awards earlier this month at the Delta Hotel. From feft to right: Community Contribution: Large Business- Larry Vickar, Vickar Automotive Group; Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Melissa Cadelina and Rebecca Coutu, EveryLine Designs; Community Contribution: Small Business- Jeffrey Reyes, Step-UP Waste Management Solutions; MFBC President, Hipolito Alibin Jr.; Outstanding Small Business: JOCRI Windows & Doors; Outstanding Large Business: RBC Royal Bank and Business Executive of the Year: Dale Voluntad, RBC Royal Bank. Photo by Alfred Gaddi | Filipino Journal- November 20-January 5, 2015

There’s always time for great family photos at the lake. The Dahonog-Cabungcal family pitched their tent to kick off the Learn to Camp weekend at the Wasagaming Campgrounds located in Riding Mountain National Park. Riding Mountain National Park is approximately a 3-hour drive northwest of Winnipeg. The annual Learn to Camp weekend gives new campers an insight into enjoying the great outdoors with family and friends. Photo courtesy of Parks Canada.- July 5-20, 2015

The Manitoba Filipino Street Fesitival has a new queen and two princesses. Danica Cuaderno (middle) was crowned 2015 Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival on Sunday night during the 3rd annual Search for the Festival Queen pageant. Cauderno was one of twelve contestants vying for title of Queen of the Festival. Jenica Reyes (left) and Marydelle Soliman (right) were selected as the 1st and 2nd Princesses respectively.

The 2015 Manitoba Filipino Street Festival and Parade is on Saturday, August 22 at Garden City Shopping Centre. The parade on August 22, starts at 9am and runs from Northgate Mall down McPhillips to Garden City Shopping Centre. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal- July 20-August 5, 2015

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PegCity Basketball representing Winnipeg at the FBA-NA intercity tournament in Chicago during the annual Labour Day long weekend. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, volunteers and PegCity faithful for representing Winnipeg. Photo courtesy of Arsenio DelaCruz | FBA-NA Winnipeg.September 20-October 5, 2015.

The NBA was back in Winnipeg and featured Canadian basketball star Andrew Wiggins from the Minnesota Timberwolves.

It might have been a preseason game but the basketball faithful enjoyed the game as it was the NBA Finals. Photos

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BAON Manila Nights Filipino pop-up dinner guest chef Yana Gilbuena serving up a delicious course of Lengua Kare-Kare: beef tongue served with maple-roasted peanut butter burry and topped with crispy deep-fried tripe. The monthly Manila Nights Filipino pop-up dinner is a collaboration project of Chef Allan Pineda and Filipino chefs in Winnipeg. The Filipino Journal is excited to have Chef Allan Pineda as our newest contributing writer and expect more amazing Filipino food adventures. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal.- August 5-20, 2015.

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opened skating trails, the Forks is also home to a small toboggan hill and great for the babies and toddlers. There is a 1km on-land skating trail at the Forks that starts from the Rink Under the Canopy Ron Cantiveros and through the Forks site. Trails ron@filipinojournal.com connect from the hockey rink at Festival Park Stage, the pedestrian rail bridge and back to the canopy.

Garbage Hill offers a wide Skate rentals at The Forks Market range of runs for everyone to are also available.

Get out an enjoy winter! enjoy. There are several small and easy hills perfectly designed for babies and toddlers. The big hill is where most of the action and fun happens. Most of it's fun, and for the time I was there shooting, there were a fair amount of epic wipeouts and the occasional tobogganer getting bowled over by other tobogganers.

Other toboggan hills in Winnipeg include Civic Park (901 Kimberley Ave.), Victoria Jason Park (255 Redonda), Harbourview Recreation Complex (1867 Springfield Road) A short run on the toddlers slopes at and Westview Park (aka Garbage Garbage Hill.

Hill, 1 Midland Street).

If toboggan hills aren't your thing, several city parks are home to winter slides. There are winter slides at St. Vital Park, Crescent Drive Park, Kildonan Park, Bunn's Creek Park, Fraser's Grove Park, Waterfront Drive and Whitter Park. With the exception of Waterfront Drive and Whittier Park, all winter slides have night lighting and warming areas.

While the Forks is known Even the teenagers and big kids can have for the skating rings and newly fun with snowracers on the big hill.

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t's winter and it's time to have a blast! From epic toboggan hills and frozen ponds, there's no shortage of winter activities for the entire family in Winnipeg.

Grab you snow pants, mitts and hot pockets and embrace the beauty of winter.

It's officially known as Westview Park and I grew up calling it "Garbage Hill." The park is located north of Polo Park Shopping Centre and was once a city landfill that is now one of several tobogganing hotspots in Winnipeg. The north side of Westview Park is where all the action happens. Old rubber tires line the metal fence on the north perimter of the park and act as cushions in case tobogganers feel a need for racing down the hill without brakes.

Thanks to El Nino and a very mild winter in Winnipeg, the park was busy last weekend with hypercharged kids rushing down the hill in toboggans, plastic sleds, snow racers and flat pieces of cardboard. Kids and teenagers raced down the slopes as parents watched as they sipped on mugs of warmed beverages.

Cabungcal family tobogganing at Victoria Jason Park.

Fun on the toboggan run at the Forks.

Lim family outing at Gargbage Hill.

Rose Domingez and friends skating along the 1km Forks skating trail on the pedestrian rail bridge.

It’s heads up for Joshua Yvan and Ivan Agbay flying down the slope in “Superman Style”.

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An evening to remember

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ast December 20, 2015, marked the day the world renown and award-winning University of the Philippines Concert Chorus (UPCC) – or simply, “Korus” – was in Sacramento, California on the first leg of its U.S. Winter Tour. As usual, Korus presented a repertoire of music that made the audience call for an encore.

And for those who have seen them perform in Sacramento two decades ago, and two years ago, their recent performance brought back fond memories of their ability to awe the crowd with their vibrant musical form.

I remember their first sojourn into Sacramento in 1996 when my wife Dolores – who was then the Chairman of the Filipiniana Foundation and UPCC’s Sacramento coordinator -- and about 20 couples and I waited for their arrival at our home.

They arrived in two buses, one containing the 40 performers and the other containing their luggage.

In spite of the long travel from Washington State where they started their tour, the young U.P. college students looked refreshingly full of energy. After a welcome reception they were assigned to their host families during their stay in Sacramento.

Their performance at the Luther Burbank High School Auditorium was roundly applauded by the mostly FilipinoAmerican crowd. A few days later, Dolores, who was then a member of the Board of Directors of the Sacramento Philharmonic Symphony, brought the UPCC performers for a joint performance of Korus and the Philharmonic Symphony and guest conductor, kabayan, Maestro Eugene Castillo.

Their maiden performance in Sacramento was a success due in part to the conductor, Prof.

Reynaldo T. Paguio, whose adept orchestration of the performance was lauded resoundingly.

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back in Sacramento for another outstanding performance. With their successful performance in Sacramento in 1996, the turnout grew bigger.

In 1999, Prof. Paguio passed away following a surgery and from complications of diabetes.

We didn’t know what happened to UPCC after Prof.

Paguio’s death. But we heard that they continued to perform in some cities near Sacramento, to wit: Vallejo and Union City.

In 2013, Dolores and I attended a conference of the Northern California Sister Cities of which Dolores is Chairman of the Sacramento-Manila/Pasay City Sister Cities.

We met Dr. Rozzana Aliga, the UPCC coordinator for Vallejo, who mentioned that UPCC was going to perform in Vallejo. Their next performance was in Union City.

Dolores found an opening in the UPCC’s schedule and suggested that they perform in Sacramento after their performance in Union City. Dolores linked with Vice Mayor Jim Navarro, the UPCC coordinator for Union City, and they worked out a schedule. They agreed that UPCC would come in and out of Sacramento on the day of the performance, which was December 29, 2013. However, there was no venue yet. Ant the event was only six weeks away!

Fortunately, Dolores was introduced to Fr. Phil Ganir, a Filipino priest at Saint Ignatius Parish Church. It didn’t take too long to get Fr. Ganir to agree, after all Dolores and I have been loyal supporters of the Saint Ignatius Parish School where our two daughters graduated and where our five grandchildren are now going to school. We got the church as the venue for the concert… at minimal cost!

That was the time when Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda hit Tacloban City hard. Upon the recommendation of Dolores to the Board of Directors of Eskwela Natin (Our Filipino School), of which she was the President, the proceeds from the concert were donated to the typhoon victims through three non-profit relief organizations, to wit: Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), Red Cross Sacramento Chapter, and the Catholic Relief Services.

The concert was well attended. After a short reception

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for the performers, they headed back to Union City. We wished they could have stayed longer and there were families who were willing to host them. But time was short.

This year, they came back and stayed longer… one week!

There were eighteen performers including the conductor, Professor Janet “Jai” Sabas -Aracama.

There were five host families from Sacramento and another five from Davis. They’re part of the Davis Yolo Pinoy Group, which former mayor of Davis Ruth Asmundson organized.

To my knowledge this was the first time that Sacramento and Davis community groups had worked jointly in a project of this kind. The reception committee was delegated to the Davis Yolo Pinoy Group of which a member, Dr. Rich Naval, is owner of Bravante, a St. Helena winery that caters to a select number of highend restaurants in the Bay Area.

In addition to their concert, the UPCC performed at the Blessed Sacrament Cathedral and in several “Simbang Gabi” masses that included St. Paul, Divine Mercy and the St. Maria Gorretti Catholic Church, which was officiated by Bishop Jaime Sotto. They also participated in Maharlika Lions Club’s caroling project in several homes.

After the 5:30 AM “Simbang Gabi” at St. Maria Gorretti, the host families gave a despedida party for the performers at the beautiful country estate of Lito and Dr. Malu Bautista in Elk Grove. The others in attendance were hosts Pete and Vicki Lumbang, host Ludy Garrucho, Ludi Lapus, Joseph Stayner and Fely Villanueva, and Dolores and myself. Hosts Bert and Julie Melliza couldn’t make it due to prior commitment. We drove the performers to Vallejo where the Union City group was waiting to bring them to their next stop.

And now it’s time to say goodbye to a wonderful group who dedicated themselves to sharing the rich culture of the Filipino people. And in recognition of their talents, they received awards from all over the world, including the Grand Prix at the 6th International Krakow Choir Festival in Poland on June 14, 2015. Indeed, they have represented the Philippines

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superbly as its ambassadors of goodwill.

The parting hugs and kisses evoked a poignant mixture of sweetness and sadness. As we savor the sweet success of the Korus performance, we also felt a tinge of sadness that they’re leaving. But we also know that they’d be back to Sacramento.

And when they do, we’re ready to welcome them back to our homes.

But for now, au revoir.

And to the Ad Hoc Committee who made it happen, kudos and more power to you!

Dolores V. Diaz (Chair), Ruth Uy Asmundson (Co-Chair), David Yolo Pinoy Group, Johnny Abilay, Myrna Agbunag, Fred Aquino, Mark and MaryAnn Bamba, Raul Bernaldez, Josie T. Canlas, Joe and Gladys Carrasco, Perry Diaz, Didi Loteyro, Pete and Vicki Lumbang, Bert and Julie Melliza, Ramon and Celsa Taraya, and Zenny Yagen.

And to the Host Families who lovingly cared for the Korus performers during their stay in Sacramento, a BIG THANK YOU. Paul and Marisa Agnew, Ruth Asmundson, Lito and Malu Bautista, Ludy Garrucho, Dan and Ludi Lapus, Pete and Vicki Lumbang, Alita and David MacKill, Bert and Julie Melliza, Rich Naval, and Rebecca Neumann.

Last but not the least, SPECIAL THANK YOU goes to Joseph Stayner and Fely Villanueva for handling and transporting the luggage from the San Francisco Airport to Davis, and then from Davis to Sacramento, and finally to Vallejo.

SPECIAL THANK YOU goes to Raul Bernaldez for setting up the sound system and lighting. He was also the official photographer and responsible for updating the Facebook account of Eskwela Natin.

SPECIAL THANK YOU goes to Bing and Lynn Ventura for letting us use their 15-passenger van for transporting the performers.

Not only did the Korus make lovely music, they brought out the lovely music of togetherness amongst the members of the Filipino-American community in Sacramento and Davis. The concert was indeed an evening to remember.

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South Korea, GermanFilipino firms decline DOTC offer

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he Metro Rail Transit (MRT) is left uncertain of its maintenance after the South Korean firm, Busan Transport Corp, backed out of a new deal while the previous contractor, Schunk Bahn-und Industreitechnik-Comm Buolders and Technology Philippines (SBICBT JV), declined a one-month service extension.

According to the South Korean firm, they were awarded the contract without public bidding before Christmas day.

It is said that they informed the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) that they only wanted to serve as technical adviser in the three-year maintenance contract.

Apparently, Busan wanted out because they were worried with lawsuits that the company may face after an existing “emergency” is claimed by DOTC. DOTC is said to reject the cancellation of the South Korean firm since it has the expertise for the service.

The Busan deal was supposed to replace the previous six-month maintenance contract with the Germ-Filipino firm.

Meanwhile, SBI-CBT JV declined the month long extension due to DOTC’s failure to pay in full. According to Roehl Bacar, representative of the previous contractor, the firm was only paid P28 of the agreed amount of P131 million for the six-month deal.

The SBI-CBT JV has filed charges of neglect and misconduct to several MRT 3 executives before the Office of the Ombudsman for the balance of P102-million. They are also planning on pressing charges against DOTC and other MRT officials.

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Barangay Antonio celebrates the annual Christmas Party with lots of fun and food!

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he Barangay Antonio headed by Tony & Letty Antonio celebrated its 2015 Christmas Party on December 27, 2015 at the North Centennial Recreation &

Leisure Centre at 90 Sinclair Street with 68 family members including extended families. The joy of the Christmas spirit is in every hearts and the love of God was felt by everyone. The head of the Barangay

started the celebration with a prayer of thanksgiving to our Almighty God, for the bountiful blessings, the good health, the love shared by each and every member of the clan, but most of all the respect for each one. Tony & Letty together with Harold, Jimmy, Gina & Anthony prepared some gifts and endless games for the kids & even adults which continued until the final hours of celebration. As seen on pictures, the Antonios were joined by the families of Algabre, Ramos, Velasco, Rodriguez, Barawid, Bernal & Aliga. Missed during the event were the families of Ariel & Eloisa Fernando, Stanley & Alice Uy & Arnel & Rhea Dela Torre.

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My Bucket Lists from 2016..

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New Year promises some changes in our lives, a yearning to achieve some goals which we have decided to do better this time of the year. And as we look forward in the coming days, we have a bucket of list which we try to work on, let alone to wish for its realization. And we have asked some prominent individuals in our community to share with us their lists of what they want to happen.

Ofting the bucket list, Larry Vickar, CEO and president, Vickar Automotive Group, defines his wish to the ongoing perennial statements of sincere desire, he writes: "They are to have more humans around the globe to live in a world where they are free of the fears of hunger, terror, natural disasters and in peace with and close to the ones they love in a home that they feel comfortable in good health." He continues: "Let us who have so much work a little bit more diligently than we have in the past years to help make the above wishes become fact.

"Thanks for your wishes," Jean Guiang-Santoro,O.M., sends an email from Windsor, Ontario.

"I wish the same for you; may the New Year bring success to your business and paper. I wish you all the best specially for your health.

Regards and God bless, from both of us." Jean moved to Windsor after her marriage to Conrado Santoro.

For Mar & Vangie Mance, Life of Peg and president of UST Alumni Association of Manitoba:: “ To stay as healthy as ever; to have our own small business grow and continue the blessings; and to have the majority of the world’s poor get out of poverty.”

“To help and encourage more people; to stay healthy; and to expand my business globally,” Greg Michael Carlos writes.

New Year’s Bucket list of Rev. Msgr. Samson

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ravelling to distant places, trying deathdefying stunts and eating exotic food are only a few of the items usually listed in a bucket list. But have we ever tried listing simple things that can give us a spiritually enhancing experience as well as benefit not only ourselves but also other people?

Our bucket list for this Year of Mercy: 1. May we be one in love and in service 2. May we be merciful 3. May we live in peace based on justice and love 4. May we continue to hand over the Legacy of Faith and Legacy of Love of God to our younger generations 5. May families find time to pray together

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6. May we always thank God for the gift of migration 7. May we all mature in faith 8. May we be friendly with one another – especially when driving 9. May we think less of ourselves and more of others – let us park our cars properly 10. May we be good stewards of God’s gifts to us – let us use our credit cards wisely May God bless our families with prosperity, constant growth in love, harmony and true joy – now and forever.

- Rev. Msgr. Enrique M. Samson, Jr. St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church Parish Priest

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Multi-family Christmas eve celebration DELICIOUS MANGO ICE brings our rich cultural heritage alive! CREAM! Now available at MERRY CHRISTMAS!!.It was and lots and lots of food (noche families- Medina, Licmo, Lagac, Lucky Supermarket! an exciting and crazy Christmas buena). Merry Christmas , Cantiveros, Natividad, Mendoza,

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ur delicious mango ice cream is now available in the freezer section at Lucky Supermarket. This ridiculously fun co-marketing project between the Filipino Journal and Cornell Creme took about 18 months to complete.

From idea/concept, formulation, taste testing, mango sourcing and production (and even more taste testing), it's finally available for everyone to enjoy. Cornell Creme produces farm-fresh perfectly handcrafted Manitoba ice cream.

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This can be especially difficult when you are still looking for your first quality job in Manitoba. Here are five ways to gain experience in the Canadian workplace, put your skills out there, and get your foot in the door, even while looking for full-time relevant employment.

1. Volunteer. One of the best ways to get work experience is through volunteering. Be strategic about your career plans and look for volunteer opportunities that align with your short and long-term employment goals. In addition to staying active and meeting new people, volunteer experience can also help you to get valuable employer references. Plus, because you are actually in the workplace, you are more likely to hear about job openings that you can apply for.

2. Intern. Consider applying for internships that are relevant to your professional experience and longterm plans. Be aware that many internships are unpaid and require significant time commitments from the intern. However, the benefits are similar to those of volunteering: interacting with other professionals

in the workplace, gaining handson experience, and making new contacts.

3. Freelance. Look for freelance opportunities within your field of expertise or that fit your career goals. While freelance work may not be long-term or high pay, it can help you to make new contacts, stay current in your field, and get referrals. It may also lead to longerterm contracting work or even fulltime employment.

4. Promote. Consider creating a blog or personal website where you can discuss developments in your field and showcase your expertise—for example, articles that you write or samples of your work. Share links to your work on social media, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and other platforms potential employers or clients may

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visit.—Or find relevant industry blogs or online forums you can participate in. An online portfolio or skills-based website is a great way to demonstrate your talent and show current field knowledge.

5. Network. Stay active in your community as much as you can. Potential network contacts, employers, referrals, and clients are all around you. Take time to reach out and introduce yourself and what you have to offer. Networking can lead to opportunities that you wouldn’t have heard about any other way and help you to make new friends. Networking is also an opportunity to practice communication skills, which are highly valued in the Canadian workplace.

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by Gem and Lita Anis

Ski Frost Fire

Gem with Jer, Mer and Cassy in front of resort day lodge.

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inter always reminds me of the Christmas song by American crooner Tony Bennett "I love the winter weather. I've got my love to keep me warm". However, I've got my alpine skiing instead to keep me warm! Snowfall is a sign to trade in my sunglasses for ski googles and get ready with my ski gear - skis, boots, poles, gloves, and toque to hit the slopes of a ski resort to relax and enjoy that feeling of spiritual freedom . Avoid being a couch potato - it's time to get outdoors and enjoy winter!

Beckoning is the Frost Fire Mountain Alpine Ski Resort, a little but great ski and snowboard resort in North Dakota located near the town of Walhalla, the 2nd oldest town in the state with a population of 996. Ski resort in North Dakota!

Yes, one of the flattest states in the United States has some really great skiing. North Dakota shares the international peace gardens with our province Manitoba.

Carved into the heavily wooded Pembina River gorge in northeastern part of the "Peace Garden" state, Frost Fire has a vertical rise of 350 ft. and a

summit elevation of 1,350 ft. with the longest run of 2,600 ft.

(972 meters). Started in 1976 Frost Fire has 10 ski trails (runs) - two for beginners, four for intermediate skiers and four for experts that are serviced by one double chairlift, one triple chairlift and a "magic carpet". Replacing the obsolete rope tow, the magic carpet is a conveyor belt installed at the level of the snow pulling the skier uphill at a slow speed.

Perfect for the kids the carpet just let the beginner to just shuffle on and shuffle off without worrying about getting drag around.

Like any ski resort Frost Fire has terrains for all abilities or skill levels with each trail marked with a sign that shows how difficult the particular run is: three different colours are used to rate the difficulty - green, blue and black, i.e., green circle, blue square and black diamond. The green circles (Appleton Meadows, Yarrow, Lion's Tooth) popular for beginners are the easiest; blue squares (Prarie Smoke, Spiderwort, Chicory) for intermediate skiers are more difficult; and the black diamonds (Wild Columbine, Oxeye, Old Man's Beard) for advanced skiers are rated the most difficult.

Besides skiing Frost Fire is also great for snowboarding and tube sliding. Hop on you snowboard or your tube and off you go. The tubing area is fun for all ages. No skills are needed just sit on the tube and tube down the hill. Enjoy the ride, then get a ride back to the top of the slope.

How much will it cost you to experience Frost Fire - fullday ticket from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM is US$40. for adult (13 yrs. old & over); US$30. for child (age 6 to 12); age 5 & under ski free; age 62 & over US$10. off on Thursday; US$10. military discount. Half-day which starts at

1:00 PM is US$35. for adult and US$25. for child.

Amenities such as ski school for ski and snowboard lessons, rental shop, lockers, and food services are available. You don`t have to bring your brown bag: you can order beer battered walleye or breaded chicken breast on a bun or a de luxe bacon cheeseburger served with seasoned fries from the Frost Fire Grill at the day lodge that can be washed down with coffee, tea, soda, beer, and wine.

Frost Fire is popular not only for winter activities but also for its summer musical dinner theatre on weekends of late June and almost the whole month of July. The outdoor amphitheatre overlooking the Pembina Gorge has featured such classics as Fiddler on the Roof, Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, West Side Story, Oklahoma, Godspell & Joseph & the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

How to get to Frost Fire - from Winnipeg take Pembina Hwy 75, then right to Hwy. 14 to Winkler, left to Hwy 14 to Winkler, left to Hwy. 32 until the US border and 7 miles (11 kms.) more west of Walhalla on country road #55 . Border opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM. Before leaving make sure you have your VALID PASSPORT! ( Frost Fire Ski & Snowboard Area, PO Box 711, Walhalla, ND, Tel. 701-549-3600)

Third Best Show in our Sixteen--Year History! Canad Inns Winter Wonderland

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ild December temperatures made it very easy for over 70,000 Winnipeggers to visit the sixteenth year of Canad Inns Winter Wonderland. This number represents our third best show since its inception in the year 2000.

Canad Inns Winter Wonderland is proud to announce that as a result of the success of this year’s show, $16,000 has been donated to two local Winnipeg charities that provide support to young people in our province KidSport Manitoba and the Red River Exhibition Foundation.

This means the cumulative contribution made by this event to local charities is now upwards of $273,000.

“Canad Inns Winter Wonderland remains a very popular destination for families during the holidays. We have seen kids and parents, alike, marvel at the lights, hop out of their cars

Triple chairlift on Prairie Smoke Trail.

Gem and son Jer on the top of Frost Fire.

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To take their annual holiday photo or grab their skates and hit the rink. Whatever their reason for coming, families make Canad Inns Winter Wonderland an important part of their holiday tradition. We, along with Canad Inns, are pleased to be a part of their celebration at a very special time of year,” said Garth Rogerson, CEO at the Red River Exhibition.

Special thanks goes out to Canad Inns Destination Centres, Red River Co-operative Ltd., Pepsi and Battlefield Equipment for their continued support.

Produced by the Red River Exhibition Association, Canad Inns Winter Wonderland is Manitoba’s largest drive-thru holiday light show and provides a brilliant presentation of over one million lights in 26 different theme areas. The 2.5 kilometre route was open nightly from December 4, 2015 to January 2, 2016. (except Christmas Day when the Park was closed). Next year’s event runs December 2, 2016 to January 7, 2017.

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Pia Wurtzbach dreams of working with 007

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eigning Miss Universe Pia Alonzo-Wurtzbach expressed her desire to do a movie project with agent 007, aka James Bond. The actressbeauty queen revealed her wish in an interview as she officially started her reign as Miss Universe with an appearance on “Good Morning America” last Monday (Tuesday, Philippine time).

During the interview Pia also said it would be difficult for her to share the Miss U title with Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutiérrez.

Her comment was in reply to a statement made by the pageant’s former owner Donald Trump, who said he would have declared Ariadna and Pia as co-winners if he were in Steve Harvey’s shoes.

Steve Harvey moved on from Miss U brouhaha

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uring the coronation night in Las Vegas last December 20, host Steve Harvey first proclaimed Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez as Miss Universe 2015, only to return on stage to say that Miss Philippines Pia Wurtzbach is the real titleholder. Harvey confessed he only realized his mistake when he saw the confusion backstage.

Thus he decided to correct his announcement on live television because it was the right thing to do.

While the host of the “Steve Harvey Morning Show” revealed that he has moved on from the

incident, he admitted that he still feels bad for Miss Colombia. He said he tried to reach out and talk to her but haven’t gotten a response.

But even if he feels sorry for Miss Colombia, Harvey maintained that Wurtzbach deserves the crown simply because she got all the votes and the points.

Kinsfolks surprise Liza Soberano with debut party

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ctress Liza Soberano’s Some of the beneficiaries include and the rescue and healing of siblings flew in from the the abandoned kids, breast marginalized children.

US to give her a surprise cancer patients and survivors, party for her 18th birthday. The bohemian-themed party was held at the Club Balai Isabel in Batangas a day before her birthday on Jan. 4. Only family members, on-screen partner Enrique Gil, and a few close friends attended the event.

In a previous interview, the ABS-CBN actress said she wanted to celebrate her debut with charity events. The teen actress, with the help of her talent manager Ogie Diaz and other sponsors, organized a series of charity events late last year.

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ctor Rico Yan died on March 29, 2002 due to hemorrhagic pancreatitis while on vacation at Dos Palmas Resort in Palawan. Yet his words live on in his notes to former girlfriend Claudine Barretto, who posted two old “love” notes from Rico on her Instagram account on Sunday, January 3, and Monday, January 4. In her captions on the two posts, the actress said she had posted these notes to make her former boyfriend's fans happy.

In 2006, Claudine married actor Raymart Santiago but they separated in 2013 after she accused him of physical violence. The actress is currently on her showbiz comeback when she starred in “Etiquette for Mistresses” with Kris Aquino, Kim Chiu, Iza Calzado, and Cheena Crab.

2015 a colorful year for entertainment industry

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he AlDub tandem of Alden Richards and Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza was easily the top choice for 2015. Alden and Maine finally met on October 24 at an event called Tamang Panahon, which registed a record 41 million tweets on Twitter. The two have also been featured of various endorsements, and recently appeared in the movie My Bebe Love.

The movie A Second Chance starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo made a mark in 21015.

The film earned a record-breaking P556 million worldwide eight years after the success of their first movie One More Chance.

In June, former child actor Jiro Manio was found roaming around the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Actress Ai-Ai delas Alas came forward to help, with the actress taking responsibility for his treatment in a facility.

Philippine beauty pageant contestants recorded a historic winning streak in 2015. On October 8, Ann Lorraine Colis won the Miss Globe title; Trixie Maristela was declared Miss International Queen on November 6; Cindy Pacia Madduma won the Miss Scuba International pageant on November 28; and on December

5 Angelia Ong won Miss Earth. In December, Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach became the 3rd Filipino to win the Miss Universe title after 42 years.

The end of the year was capped by the Miss Tourism Queen of the Year International crown won by Leren Mae Bautista on December 31.Meanwhile, Neil Perez won the title of Mister International 2014 in February, while Reniel Villareal made it to the top 10 when the competition was held in Manila last November 30.

Celebrity babies born in 2015 include the daughter of actress Melissa Ricks, Cristine Reyes’ daughter with fiancé Al Khatibi, the daughter of young actress Empress Schuck, the daughter of Jennica Garcia with husband Alwyn Uytingco, Bianca Gonzalez-Intal’s daughter, and the daughter of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera.

In March, El Gamma Penumbra emerged as the champion of Asia's Got Talent, while Gerphil Flores placed 3rd.

In November, Filipino-Australian Cyrus Villanueva won the X-Factor Australia talent show. Filipino girl group 4th Impact made it to the Top 5 on X-Factor UK for their powerful performances.

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Fit & Fab for Sport Takes it to the Next Level

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he 3rd Fit & Fab for Sport Fashion Show took place November 14, 2015 at the beautiful new MercedesBenz Winnipeg dealership. Cofounders/Co-directors Jeremy Dick & Joan Presto teamed up with Mercedes-Benz Winnipeg and Brenda Bourns of Event Strategy Productions for this edition to take the event to another level. And that they did; Vintage Bling Jewelry, dEdiger Designs, Aldo Formal Wear, LBS Yoga & Athletic Wear, Mad About Style and Tharnzie Boutique, and Julie Pedersen Muckies were showcased in front of a sold out crowd and the event raised close to $6,000 for KidsSport Winnipeg.

The dealership was transformed into a fabulous elegant venue and runway complete with valet parking, a Mercedes-Benz Pixels & Giggles photo-booth, a wine & beer bar and hors d’oeuvres

by Stellas.

Virgin Radios’ Chrissy Troy was the MC for the evening and speakers included former Bomber Doug Brown and Olympic Medallist Desiree Scott.

In addition to the Presenting All Star Sponsor Mercedes-Benz Winnipeg, the event was also partially sponsored by Creative Audio, WRE Development Ltd, 24/7 Intouch, Glendale Golf & Country Club, Tutti Frutti, and Rob-Lyn Financial. The organizing Committee would like to thank everyone involved for their support and generosity.

Female models showcasing Vintage Bling Jewelry.

Black Caviar Productions and part of the organizing committee take to the Pixels & Giggles photo-booth

The male models outfitted in Aldo Formal Wear.

Co-founders/Co-directors Joan Presto (outfitted by Tharnzie and Vintage Bling Jewelry) and Jeremy Dick (outfitted by Aldo Formal Wear) with the MC Chrissy Troy.

The Mercedes-Benz Winnipeg dealership was flipped into the perfect venue for the event.

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The only way of depriving ISIS of recruits is to design a program that will attract thousands of Syrian, and Iraqi fighters and refuges death; light, rather than darkness; to return to their respective tolerance, rather than bigotry. We homeland and build their homes are locked in a debate about the and till their land. unwinnable war without end in the Middle East wherein Canada The U.S. led Marshall Plan that deployed some of her war assets was undertaken after WW II in those war torn region. was successful in rebuilding Europe. Such similar plan could As a Canadian, I was thinking be recreated and spread the cost about a solution – a solution equitably among peace loving that has been tried and tested participating nations.

by Allied Forces after WW II. Instead of an army of soldiers Canada must rediscover her with tanks, Canada and her North true identity as peacekeeper and American and Western Allies peacemaker the world knew dropped anchor off the coasts of before. That what Canada did is Iraq, Libya, and Syria. Instead always good and right. of guns and bullets, soldiers from dozen nations, bring with About the Author: Bob had been them bulldozers and construction writing for the Filipino Journal materials and equipment. since 1988 but hibernated for a long while to recover his health Canada will take the lead to from Leukemia. He spent five years rebuild what were destroyed. in the Philippines to fully recover America, Europe, including and pursued the commercial France, Germany, and Great cultivation of Cassava for various Britain, Saudi Arabia and the industrial usages: food for human Emirates with their petro dollars consumption, feeds for livestock, shall contribute to help fund a and fuel (biofuel) for the seven year project. Unarmed transportation industry. In 2008, young able bodied Arab Moslems, he assisted a Venture Capitalist Arab Christians, and Arab-Jews set up a medium sized distilliry

Open Letter to Premiere Trudeau 01 January 2016 Dear Prime Minister Trudeau: I send this correspondence from a perspective of a Christian. I am an immigrant from a Pacific Rim country, currently residing in the Territory of Nunavut; but I used to live in the Prairies for 23 years.

New Year is upon us. Christians searches inwardly for goodwill.

What is happening around seems dark, we have an uncertain world. It bewilders the Christians because Christians are “people of the light”. Supposedly the era of colonialism is over, but there are residuals of colonialism that are bent in bringing the world into darkness – the darkness of spawned conflicts in the Middle East, the region where Christ was born.

The recent political exercise affirmed the national conversation that Canadians renounced the tired foreign policies of maintaining war assets in the Middle East.

Canadians desire to speak of making life better, rather than

will be hired to help rebuild that were destroyed, and bring back the ravaged nations of Iraq, Libya, and Syria from the darkness of internecine fighting into the light of peace and harmony.

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plant in Negros Occidental, which process Cassava chips into food wine.

In the 90s, Bob, propelled a Winnipeg based accredited firm as the number one exporter of Canadian Commodity to the Orient. In the same period, he assisted the Royal Canadian Mint secure a niche market with the Central Bank of the Philippines deliver blank and stamped coins which is now in current circulation. Canada’s Twonie, is the Philippines’ ten peso coin.

Furthermore, he helped initiate the recruitment of 200 Filipino Nurses direct from the Philippines in late 1990s.

Currently, Bob, sits as Memberat-Large, City Council, City of Iqaluit (Public Safety Committee), and Director, Governance Council, Worker’s Safety & Compensation Commission, Northwest Territories and Territory of Nunavut. In 2010, Bob and his wife, Judy Grace, decided to build a house in the Arctic, its design is inspired by a Nipa Hut concept. Judy Grace recruited a number of Filipinos; some are Winnipeggers, to work in the Territory of Nunavut.

Prior to his migration to Canada in 1987, Bob, served as Technical Assistant to the Constitutional Commission in 1986 that drafted the current Philippine Constitution.

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China occupies Panganiban Reef

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he Panganiban (Mischief) Reef, which is just 135 nautical miles away from Palawan, is reported to be under China’s submarine harbor construction by the Kalayaan Atin Ito (KAI) movement.

KAI has just ended its nationwide and territorial campaign, highlighted by the “Freedom Voyage”, to rally against China’s invasion of the country’s maritime domain.

The report needs further validation according to Kalayaan Mayor Eugenio BitoOnon. The route taken by the volunteers during the voyage was nowhere near the said reef.

Bito-Onon added that China is continuously strengthening its presence on Panganiban Reef.

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One Big Party on Euclid

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he more the m errier is a very good mantra for the officers and members of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival and Filipino Seniors

Group of Winnipeg as they held their joint Christmas parties and also celebrated Aida Champagne's birthday last month.

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he Winnipeg Jets are hoping for better things in 2016 and are hoping to turn the page as they approach the first half of the season . After making the playoffs last season, the Jets now find themselves near the bottom of the standings. The emergence of netminder Connor Hellebuyck has been one of the few bright spots for the team but the lack of discipline and troubles on the road have been the reocurring storylines.

After dropping a tight contest against the St. Louis Blues, the Winnipeg Jets responded with a 5-2 drubbing of the New York Rangers at the MTS Centre. The top line was on fire as Bryan Little scored twice in the first period and Blake Wheeler had four assists in the game. Connor Hellebuyck turned away 26 of 28 shots outduelling Henrik Lundqvist for the win.

The Jets set out on a quick two game road trip in Alberta facing off against two teams

near the bottom of the standings.

Winnipeg fired 45 shots against the Edmonton Oilers goaltender, Cam Talbot, but could only get one past. Talbot made save after save and the Teddy Purcell scored twice in the opening frame to lead the Oilers to a 3-1 victory.

The following night, the red-hot Calgary Flames took advantage of a fatigued Jets squad to win their tenth straight game. Flames Johnny Gaudreau had a hat trick in the 4-1 win. Tyler Myers scored the lone Jets goal.

Two games at home was what the doctor ordered for the Jets. Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins visited the MTS Centre but was shut down

by Hellebuyck. Bryan Little scored on a penalty shot in the first period and Hellebuyck recorded his first career shutout for a 1-0 win. Two nights later, Jacob Trouba had two goals in the first 40 minutes and was more than enough to stop the Detroit Red Wings 4-1. Little added two

assists and Pavel Datsyuk scored the lone Wings goal.

Winnipeg's road woes continued as they set out on a gruelling five game road swing in eight days. On New Year's Eve, the Jets ended 2015 on a low note falling to the Arizona Coyotes 4-2. Ex-Jet Shane Doan scored twice for the Coyotes and Adam Lowry responded with a pair of goals for the Jets. Doan became the franchise's all-time leading scorer surpassing Jets legend Dale Hawerchuck.

The Jets won the first of two games in California to snap their six game losing skid on the road.

Drew Stafford opened the scoring against the San Jose Sharks shorthanded and Joel Armia tallied his first career goal. A couple powerplay goals sealed the deal to give the Jets a 4-1 win over the Sharks. Winnipeg couldn't carry over the momentum over the following night, as they looked sluggish against the Anaheim Ducks. Kevin Bieksa and Rickard Rakell both had a goal and an assist to give the Ducks a 4-1 win.

Michael Hutchinson stopped 31 of 35 shots in the loss.

The Winnipeg Jets (18-192) close out their road trip in Nashville followed by a stop in Dallas. The Jets will then play host to the Buffalo Sabres and will mark the return of Evander Kane.

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Connor H ellebuyck continues t o impress f ans i ncluding t his breakaway s top against Darren Helm of the Red wings.

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Horoscope Intensity is going to part of the picture now and in the coming six weeks. Try to focus on what is useful and take things slowly. This week could be a turning point in making an important decision that could have a major outcome.

The start of the week could have you facing a conflict that is hard to fix. A stubborn attitude will do you no good unless you are willing to compromise. Go out with some of your friends if you’re feeling down and low. It might be a good idea to talk to them to give you a new perspective.

At the start of the year, you may feel upset that things aren’t going according to plan. Your desire to try new ideas and explore opportunities may be conflicted by important responsibilities. Disappointments caused by delays will come your way but you’ll do just fine with the help of your willpower.

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This week’s outcome could affect your willpower to stick to your New Year’s resolutions. Try to be patient though things may tend to subject to delays. By doing so, things will get as much done as you’d hope. This week will also encourage a positive change in a relationship.

It could be easy to get lost at your objectives this week.

You may have to be particularly businesslike if you want to get things done. Get a new outlook on a relationship that’s important to you now.

Things may get a bit unsettled just as you’re getting in the zone.

You may have to review your plans and be realistic for 2016. A rift in the romance sector could prove disappointing this week.

Try to be less adventurous for now and stay with things that are easy to manage.

This week, you’ll have a great determination to overcome obstacles in your way. You’ll have the opportunity to review plans and take a new perspective at deals or ideas that interest you. However, try to avoid any commitments now. It could save you a lot of hassle.

While your mental strength is strong, you could still experience some setbacks. Essential projects and ideas may be subject to complications and delays, but you can begin with the groundwork that is related to a creative project. It will be a good time to make a new start later this month.

Taking a step back or two might be important for you to forge ahead. This week could halt certain plans. Don’t be disappointed with the lack of progress. Take this as an opportunity to review your goals and missions for 2016.

It may not be clear to you but this is a week of new beginnings and new decisions. There may be delays in you travel zone and may need to check things before you get going. You can avoid unnecessary complications by getting your act together.

Some plans may be delayed this week. You can still achieve a lot during this time even though things may be at a standstill.

The week ahead could encourage you to review your motives and organize your priorities. You’ll see things fall into place much more easily.

Your travel and adventure sector is in the zone. It’s a great time to book flights and explore different places.

Whatever you’re planning, check the details twice or thrice to avoid hassles. Also, try to avoid signing any contracts or deals. The terms and conditions may change quickly.

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Winter is Here: Skating at The Forks in Arctic Glacier Winter Park Now Open The moment Winnipeggers have been waiting for is finally here – there’s ice at The Forks! The Canopy Skating Rink, a portion of Arctic Glacier Winter Park, is ready to be skated on.

“It’s time to strap on the skates now that we have our rink,” said Paul Jordan, Chief Executive Officer, The Forks. “The Canopy Skating Rink is open with more to come in the weeks ahead.”

Skating is just a portion of what happens in Arctic Glacier Winter Park at The Forks. Amenities

that are still to come (weather permitting): 1 km of on-land skating trails, toboggan hill, professionallydesigned snowboard fun park, and the Great-West Life Snow Lounge — where skaters can hang out near The Port and take a breather on a couch or chair made entirely of snow.

Winnipeggers still need to wait for the Red River Mutual Trail to ice over before they start skating on it. There are still sections of open water, which has to freeze solid before the Red River Mutual Trail is

open to the public. Crews from The Forks will begin building as soon as possible, starting west of the Hugo access point where sections of the Assiniboine River have frozen. An announcement will be made the moment the trail is open, until then The Forks asks that you remain off the ice for your safety.

Arctic Glacier Winter Park attractions are FREE and will be open as they become available from now until March, weather permitting.

Skate rentals are now open, and available at Iceland Skate Rentals located in the tower atrium at The Forks Market. Rates are $3 for children and seniors and only $5 for adults. Skate trainers are also available for $2.

More information on Arctic Glacier Winter Park can be found on our website at www.theforks. com/agwinterpark The Red River Mutual Trail is not yet open for the season, but check our website for updates http:// www.theforks.com/rivertrail

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Group A celebrates its annual Christmas Party

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elicious food, entertaining games, bingo, exchange gifts... the yearly annual get-together of Group A never disappoints. Held at Gem and Lita Anis’ residence on December 26th, members shared special dishes, gifts, prizes and laughter for a wonderful Christmas celebration. Group A is composed of various families that include Cantiveros family, Carol Castro, Carrie and Orly Barroga, Gem and Lita Anis, Lucille Nolasco and nephew Gabriel Calayag, Carolina and Dominic Rodriquez, Laddi and Julie Vila, Julie and Mar Javier, Jean Guiang-Santoro, Aldrin and Miriam Deuna, Ruwiz Mercado, Josie Capulong & her son, Charles; Angeline, Peter and baby Clark

Nepomuceno, Arlene and Adlen Grute and Ruwiz Mercado. This year Nards and Cherry Maranan as well as other guests, Ceasar and Zali Rivera, and Denden and family decided to join the fun.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2016 from Group A.

Just relax, wacky games would follow...

January 5-20, 2016

Bulacan Association of Winnipeg holds "Paskuhang Bulakenyo" New set of officers inducted

“For the past years, the new Bulacan Association of Winnipeg, through the previous leaders, the association has been active in helping the community back home. We have donated computers to the public schools, conducted community outreach to home for the aged and the homeless children; we extended a helping hand during the calamities in the Philippines; we have sponsored a concert which featured “Koro Bulakenyo in Winnipeg, these were only a few of the many projects that the association had been achieved,” a welcome speech of Clarita OrtegaNazario, outgoing president, at the Christmas Party held recently at Mangkok International, Main st.

The new set of officers include: Venancio Domingo, president; Michael John Maglinao, vice president; Azelle Santos, secretary; Gladys Martin, asst. secretary; Roffie Domingo, treasurer;Leonardo Linag, auditor; Jessie Faustino, pro; Ariel Cruz and Jeff Figueroa, sgt. at atrms.

Town representatives include: Marissa Calvadores, San Miguel; Dexter Santos and Crys Martin,

Malolos; Karl Kristian Paraiso, Sta. Maria; Jimmy and Emmy Nucom, Calumpit; Ariel Cruz, Guiginto; Dong Valenzuela, Plaridel; Joyce Ortega; Norbert and Fred Esguerra, Pulilan; Carolina Raymundo, Hagonoy; Felino de Jesus, Bulacan; Boyet Nicolas, Angat; Julie Javier, Valenzula; Paul Danied Abarientos, Marilao; Lucille Nolasco, Pandi; Michelle Moya, San Rafael; Rowena Culalic, Paombong; advisers: Albert Capiral, Obando; Lito Bautista, Baliuag; and Paquito Pacheco, Balagtas.

Prizes were awarded to the winners and the public dancing followed. Azelle Santos and Gladys Martin were the emcees.

Special guests table: Tony & Letty Antonio, and members: OFSAM and MaCCFA.

This is what Group A...happiness is...!

The newly inducted officers, town representatives and advisers of the Bulacan Association of Winnipeg with MP Kevin Lamourruex, and the outgoing president, Clarita Ortega-Nazario.

Waiting for the exchange gifts to begin...

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Officers,including the newly elected president, Venancio Domingo; outgoing president, Clarita OrtegaNazario, members and guests - MP Kevin Lamouruex and his wife Cathy; Cindy Lamourouex; Tony & Letty Antonio, president of OFSAM and MACCFA; Aida Champagne, president, FSG & MFSF, of the Bulacan Association of Winnipeg.

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Jose “Pepito” G. Magpayo, a prominent media man and a community leader and the Filipino Journal Alberta Associated Editor, writes 30 his playing field in the mass media without any reservation. The Alberta Filipino Journal has lost a media man whose commitments to his family and to his community has reached the highest bar of expectations. As you write 30, Pepito, your legacy continues to inspire other people.

Being a visionary man whose influence to the majority of the community has become a sentinel on how the mass media can be promoted and sustained for the common good.

Being a trailblazer in the mass media, others will be inspired to follow your path, for a long times had not taken by anybody, and to trace for your footprints of dedication and commitments. Requiescat-in-Pace, our friend, Pepito.v

A media man whose principle in life has not been tarnished even in the times of adversity, even at the point of humbling himself in a difficult situation, Jose “Pepito” G. Magpayo will be missed by his family, especially his beloved wife, Cecile and their children, and the countless colleagues, associate and friends. His passing left a void which cannot be replaced by anybody, let alone be a substitute in the promotion of the community through his honest and transparent use of broadcast and print media. His fighting spirit had been nurtured since his younger years in the Philippines and he bravely transplanted his media knowhow to his adopted country, Canada, his dedication to his community through his crusading mission. advancing

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Canadian Car of the Year Winners

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he results are in. The Automobile Journalist Association of Canada (AJAC) announced the Canadian Car of the Year last November in Toronto. The results from the 4-day industry evaluation period called "TestFest" resulted in over 1,900 test drives by over 71 of Canada's top automotive journalists. Based on all the test drives, and intensive evaluations at TestFest, the results

were complied by KPMG. Here are the winning vehicles in their respective categories: ( see table) The nine winning vehicles will now compete for two more awards to be announced next month in Toronto at the Canadian International Auto Show. Which vehicles will the distinguished titles of Canadian Car of the Year and Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year?

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Canadian Car of the Year Winners Best New Best New Best New $50,000) : Best New $50,000) : Best New Best New Best New Best New Best New

Small Car: Family Car: Sport s/Performance Car (under Sport s/Performance Car (ove r Pre stige/Performance Car: SUV/CUV (under $35,000) : SUV/CUV ($35,000 - $60,000) : SUV/CUV (ove r $60,000) : Pickup:

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Best New Pickup: Chevrolet Silverado.

Best New Small Car: Honda Civic Sedan.

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Pacquiao to fight Bradley in April Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, boxing’s only eightdivision titleholder, will fight welterweight titleholder Timothy Bradley Jr. for a third time on April 9 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

Top Rank promoter Bob Arum said he had already wired Pacquiao a $2 million advance against his $20 million guaranteed purse to seal the deal. Although

many considered neither of the first two bouts as impressive or competitive, Arum said he believes Bradley is a different fighter than he was the first two times. Pacquiao will be fighting for the first time in 11 months after losing a unanimous decision to Floyd Mayweather in their recordshattering welterweight title unification fight on May 2.

Search is on: Queen of MFSF 2016

Dear Filipino Associations of Manitoba, On behalf of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival Pageant Committee, we would like to invite a representative from your association to compete in this year’s 4th Annual Search for The Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival.

Every year, we have successfully organized this

event with many representatives participating from Filipino Associations in our community.​ Selecting a representative from your association to compete in this Pageant will benefit your association by: • Spreading awareness about your association, what your group stands for, and what your group is about to the community (such as more members possibly wanting to join).

• Creating friendships, networking, and making connections within the community (with more future opportunities and support).

• Showing young Filipinas in your association to celebrate and have pride in their culture.

• Giving opportunity to have your representative be the next face of The Manitoba Filipino Street Festival 2016.

Overall, this is an amazing opportunity for all Filipino

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This Pageant fully coincides with the same values and ideas as the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival.

Applications are open until Sunday, January 10th, 2016.

Please contact us for any questions or concerns. We are all excited to meet your representatives at this year’s Search for the Queen of The Manitoba Filipino Street Festival.

You can visit http:// filipinostreetfestival.ca/ for the online application form and like us on facebook: Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival Thank you, Jenica Reyes 2015 1st Princess of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival Pageant Committee

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IKAW champions

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he 24th IKAW community basketball was a huge success with the exciting championship games of three divisions; ages 6-9, 10-12 and 13-15. Special thanks to all members and volunteers namely: Dondy Lagunay, Phil Jularbal, Rod Domingo, Aliyah and Maila Medina, Rico Fernandez, Jojo Cerdon, Jerwin Medina, Chad Smith, Boy Gali, Boy Banilbo, Larry Guiterrez and Bong Rafael.

Also thank you so much to all sponsors Rodney Francisco of Eastern Chrysler, Councillor Cindy agilely, MP Falcon Oulette, MP Kevin Lamoureux, Ross Desiderio, Greenhills Realty, Don Woodstock, Express Tax accounting, SPC Cleaning, Aristocrat restaurant and to all parents who voluntarily donated for trophies and medals, thank you so much for your generosity. To all trusted marketing directors thanks a lot for working so hard namely Phil Jularbal, Rod Domingo, Buddy Raquid, Sonny Cestina.

IKAW official photographers is Mr. rod Domingo and to all Pinot newspapers in Winnipeg we salute all of you for your kindness by putting our community league in our newspaper. IKAW commissioner Jerry Medina is also a Commissioner for oaths (free stamps) and he is also a marriage commissioner to serve our growing Filipino community.

For more details please call Jerry Medina at 204-795-1792 or email jerrymedina44@gmail.com.

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