Filipino Journal Manitoba Edition Mar. 20 - Apr. 05, 2016

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The 14 beautiful women in the search for the 2016 Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival were officially presented last weekend at Canad Inns Garden City. Among the candidates in this year's competition are (left to right), Rina Constantino, Angelique Manguino, Patricia Mae Ocampo, Cherisse de Chavez and Hanna Welhayne Napolitano. Check out all the Queen of the Festival contestants, photos and bios and judge for yourself. Photo by Alfred Gaddi | Filipino Journal

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Manitobans heading to polls April 19 Election hopefuls from Fil-Can community

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t's election season in Manitoba as Premier Greg Selinger met with Lt. Gov. Janice Filmon earlier this week to dissolve the legislature and trigger a 35-day election campaign. Manitobans will head to the polls on Tuesday, April 19 for the 41st General Election in the province.

Selinger and his NDP colleagues have been in power since 1999, and polls heading

into the campaign spell an uphill battle for the party. The NDP are still reeling from public backlash over raising the PST back in 2013, caucus infighting and an internal leadership challenge last year.

Conservative Party leader, Brian Pallister announced that if elected, a rollback of the PST to 7% in his first term.

Liberal Party leader, Rana Bokhari opened the election

campaign by pledged full-day Kindergarten program for all Manitoba schools.

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Reyes, Champagne and Marcelinos running in 41st Provincial Election

ncumbent NDP MLAs Flor Marcelino (Logan) and Ted Marcelino (Tyndall Park) will be seeking relection in their respective ridings as Manitobans head to the polls next month.

Jon Reyes is the Progressive Conservative candidate for St. Norbert and Aida Champagne is the Liberal candidate for Tyndall Park.

Jon Reyes, former president of the Manitoba Filipino Business Council and co-owner of the UPS

Store at Kenaston Common is officially in campaign mode after several months of door knocking in St. Norbert. He is up against incumbent MLA Dave Gaudreau (NDP). Gaudreau won the St. Norbert riding back in 2011 by a slim margin of only 33 votes.

Representing the Liberals in Tyndall Park is Aida Champagne, current president of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival and former president of the Filipino Seniors Group Winnipeg.

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haring the runway with Blue Bomber alumni and CFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Milt Stegall is a pretty darn good way to spend an evening. Along with a dozen gentlemen selected to participate in its inaugural signature event for the Kidney Foundation of Manitoba, I was flattered at the opportunity.

When I was asked to participate in the fashion show last fall, it was a no-brainer and instantly said yes. While strutting down the runway was an appealing part of the experience, the more important piece was the hope in building awareness and supporting kidney research. I have had family and friends challenged by having to go through dialysis treatment or are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant.

Manitoba's Finest featured the following local models: Paul Bennett, co-chair and founder of Manitoba Heroes; Paul Deniset, wealth manager at Scotia Wealth Management; Casey Irwin, owner of Irwin Technologies; Danny Kleinsasser, Danny’s Whole Hog; Andy Kloppenborg, RE/ MAX Performance Realty; Dr. Paul Komenda, nephrologist and director of research at Seven Oaks General Hospital; Dr. Bruce McFarlane, orthodontist at Village Orthodontics; Chad Swayze, firefighter and executive board member with the United Fire Fighters of Winnipeg; Robert Thomas, chef, TV personality; Roland Vandal, author and motivational speaker and Milt Stegall, CFL Hall of Famer and former Winnipeg Blue Bomber.

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SC says no to TRO on K-12 Supreme Court (SC) Spokesman Theodore O. Te said the High Court during its full court session yesterday, decided not to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the K-12 enhanced

education program that adds two more years in high school.

In their pleadings, most of the petitioners told the SC that the enhanced program should be stopped until other pressing

problems such as lack of classrooms and other facilities like textbooks as well as the low salary of teachers are addressed. They pointed out that the K-12 program is unconstitutional as it violates the 1987 Constitution, particularly Section 16, Article XIII as the proponents of the program

failed to conduct any significant consultation with members of the sectors who will be directly affected by its implementation.

At the same time, they said the program violates Section 5, Article XIV of the Constitution. They said more than 85, 000 faculty

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members and non-teaching staffs in colleges and universities are in danger of losing their jobs since there will be no enrollees for the freshmen year once the two years of additional schooling in high school is implemented starting next school year.

Coming Community Events Duterte wants to QPAM Mayuhan Southbeach Casino Trip April 2, Saturday, 2016 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Meeting Place: Garden City Foodcourt

$25.00 per person with FREE lunch Required attendees: 56 persons Funds to be used for Mayuhan For more information please check QPAM announcement on Facebook

Contact Persons: Maan Chan Urbano - 204.229.3363 / Alden Novalasca: 204.430.5928

General Meeting: All Filipinos in the Seven Oaks Community (Maples, Tyndall , Garden Grove, Garden City and Riverbend) To support the Filipino Bilingual Program of the Seven Oaks School Division

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Contact person: Ms. Cory Juan - 204-694-8517

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Rodrigo Duterte said he will order the police and the military to find and kill all criminals as he sells himself as a ruthless leader willing to bypass the judicial system in an unprecedented war against crime.

The long-time mayor of Davao City, a lawyer, also outlined his plans if elected president before a cheering crowd of supporters, to eradicate drug traffickers. Surveys indicate his election strategy of law-and-order platform, is winning him many fans. He has now climbed into second place just four percentage points behind Senator Grace Poe, according to the latest survey by Pulse Asia released this week.

However human rights advocates do not agree about a Duterte presidency. They accuse him of organizing or tolerating vigilante squads that have targeted suspected criminals and street children in Davao, killing more than 1,000 people since the 1980s.

The long-time mayor of Davao City, a lawyer, also outlined his plans if elected president before a cheering crowd supporters to eradicate drug traffickers surveys indicate his election strategy of law anf order platform is wiining him many fans He has now Climbed into second place just four percentage points behind senator Grace Poe according to the latest survey by pulse asia released.

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2016 Queen of the Festival Candidates

Maria Arsenio

#1. Maria Messiah Lee Arsenio, 19 years old, is currently a sales associate at Ardene. Maria decided to participate in this pageant because she wants to develop her self-confidence, gain new friends and experiences.

Through this event, she wants to promote the Filipino culture and values, and be a role model to her fellow youth. Maria loves Korean pop music and is proudly representing Aklan.

Shania Carino

#4. Shania Carino, 19 years old, is currently a second year student at the University of Winnipeg. Shania decided to participate in this pageant because she wants to be in touch with her Filipino culture and community, as well to become more confident with herself inside and out. Shania has loved Winnie the Pooh since she was a little girl. She migrated to Canada when she was 2 months old and is proudly representing Santa Maria, Bulacan.

Patrica Ocampo

#6. Patricia Mae Ocampo, 20 years old, is currently working part time as Cashier at Five Guys. Patricia decided to participate in this pageant so that she could build her self-confidence, interact with other people, and to get more involved in her community.

Patricia loves collecting bags, shoes, shopping, and travelling. She is proudly representing the city of Bacoor, Cavite.

Juliet Cadiz

#2. Juliet Cadiz, 27 years old, is currently a yoga teacher.

Juliet decided to participate in this pageant because she set a goal to try as many different things to challenge her, physically, mentally and spiritually. Juliet loves anything pistachio and is proudly representing Northern Samar.

Hanna Napolitano #5. Hanna Welhayne Napolitano, 20 years old, is currently a third year student at University of Winnipeg. Her greatest aspiration is to graduate university with her Education degree, to pursue her goal of becoming an Educator.

Hanna decided to participate in this pageant to learn about the programs and events the Filipino community offers, as well to meet other ladies who are passionate in making a difference in the community through volunteering.

Hanna used to compete in various Martial Arts competitions when she was younger and quotes “I love, LOVE to dance and sing”. Hanna is proudly representing Taguig City.

Ayana Alipio

#7. Ayana Alipio, 24 years old, is currently a Research Chemist and a Business Owner. Ayana decided to participate in this pageant so she could get an appreciation of her Filipino culture and heritage. Being an immigrant, Ayana believes that the MFSF pageant is a great platform to share her voice and experiences to other young Filipinos growing up in Manitoba. Ayana’s stress reliever is going to the gym. She is proudly representing Angono, Rizal.

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Maeddah Limuaco, 21 years old, is currently a sales associate at Dynamite and motivator at Good Life.

Maeddah decided to participate in this pageant to convince younger generations that it’s okay to be different and unique, despite what the society’s standards are. Maeddah’s name comes from the city she was born – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

She is proudly representing Pagsanjan, Laguna.

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Nicole Medina

#3. Nicole Medina, 21 years old, is currently working part-time as a crew at McDonald’s, a student of Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute and is a member of the Youth in Philanthropy. Nicole decided to participate in this pageant because it enables her to expand her horizons. This will be a great opportunity for her to help the community, share her knowledge and her experience living in the Philippines for 18 years. Nicole loves art, music, books and food, quoting “it’s the same as breathing and sleeping”.

She is proudly representing Pasig City.

Cherisse de Chavez

#8. Cherisse de Chavez, 21 years old, is currently a university student. Cherisse decided to participate in this pageant because she saw it as a chance to be personally and professionally enriched through working with the organization, while being able to promote the Filipino culture and tradition to the rest of the community. Cherisse won Miss United Nations as Miss Hawaii when she was 4 years old, quoting “my trophy was almost as tall as me!” She is proudly representing Manila.

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Meet the Candidates: Search for the 2016 Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival

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eet the 14 beautiful women competing to win the title of 2016 Queen of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival. Mother Nature may be teasing us with the weather last weekend but it's going to be a sizzling summer

with all the Queen of the Festival candidates prepping for the big coronation night in July.

On Sunday, March 13, the 14 candidates were officially presented to the public at Essence Event Centre at Canad Inns Garden City.

Cindy Soriano

Angelique Manguino

#9. Cindy Soriano, 24 years old, is currently a Human Resources Professional. Cindy decided to participate in this pageant because she has been involved in various organizations in Winnipeg. She feels that it’s time to further explore her own cultural roots. Cindy volunteered at the Winnipeg Art Gallery for the Art & Soul: Clash of the Titans event and made herself a horse costume. She was dressed as a centaur and the whole night, was the “centaur” of attention!

Cindy is proudly representing Quezon City.

Regina Llorin

The Queen of the Festival candidates will be at all Manitoba Filipino Street Festival summer events including Tiangge Ng Bayan on June 11. Coronation Night is on Sunday, July 10 at Canad Inns Polo Park.

#11. Angelique Manguino, 28 years old, is currently a Medical Lab Technician and Medical Lab Technology student.

Angelique decided to participate in this pageant because she has always wanted to be part of something worthwhile and believes there’s nothing more rewarding than serving her own community. She enjoys traveling, trying out different cuisines, and knowing about different culture. Angelique is proudly representing Olongapo City, Zambales.

#12. Regina Llorin, 19 years old, is currently a Supervisor at Tim Hortons. Regina decided to participate in this pageant to exemplify the traits of a true modern Filipina to the diverse community of Manitoba. Regina loves the smell of both petrichor and books. She is proudly representing San Juan City.

Rina Constantino

Charmaine Moreno

#13. Rina Constantino, 30 years old, is currently a server/bartender.

Rina decided to participate in this pageant to open her to new opportunities which would further enhance herself, her talents and further boost her confidence. She also joined to meet new people, to serve in her community and to inspire people to continue in reaching their dreams. Rina loves pole dancing, photoshoots, and Cosplay. She is a dancer by heart and one who adores dog.

Rina is proudly representing Mandaluyong City.

#14. Charmaine Moreno, 26 years old, is currently a Health Care Aide. Charmaine decided to participate in this pageant to conquer her fear of pageants, and to try to prove that this competition isn’t just a beauty pageant. Charmaine says, “I’m a frustrated ukulele player!”

She is proudly representing Malabon City.

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Wanted: 25,000 Shoes!

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oin Juliet Cadiz and the Queens of the Manitoba Street Festival on l be hosting a shoe drive on April 2nd from 12pm to 2pm at Filipino Seniors Hall, 49 Euclid Ave. Just in time for spring cleaning!

S O L E S 4 S O U L S CANADA is a non-profit social enterprise committed to fighting poverty through the collection and distribution of shoes and clothing. There are over 300 million children living worldwide without shoes, and over 1.4 BILLION people suffering from parasitic diseases due the lack of access to what we are so fortunate to have shoes.

Juliet's goal is to collect over 25,000 pairs. Shoes of all kinds, all sizes, in worn or gently worn conditions. You can help her, the environment, and the needy, by donating your footwear instead of throwing them away. I will need your help in order to complete this goal.

If you, your friends and co-workers would like to get involved, contact, soles4soulswinnipeg@gmail.com

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PINAYS MB Inc. recognizes Carolina Custodio and Fe Ryder as outstanding Filipino women in 2016

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How the Filipino pioneers became economic engines in Manitoba economy in particular and in Canada in general.

ould you know who inspired the thousands of Filipinos to make Winnipeg a home; and would you know who initiated in the influx of thousand garment workers to work in the garment industry in Winnipeg since 1968?

The very foundation of the emerging Filipino community can be traced to many pioneers who had made Winnipeg City as their second homes. And these two ladies, namely, Fe Ryder and Carolina Custodio, have been honourned recently by the Pinays MB Inc. at the Pinays Recognition Luncheon at the Marlborough Hotel, coinciding the celebration of International Women's Day. Fe Ryder (nee Viloria), one of the four Filipino nurses who had been working as exchange foreign nurses in Rochester, Minnesota, decided to try their luck to work as nurses at the Misercordia Hospital after their term had expired. Talking to Sister Lionie of The Miserecordia Sisters whom they met in Minnesota, Fe and co-workers, Melba Rous, Purification de la Cruz and Cora Liago decided to move up north, and City of Winnipeg had become their new home in 1959.

During the late 50’s and early 60’s the Winnipeg garment industry was going through a big shortage of sewing machine operators.

The Government of Canada had recruited European sewing machine operators from Italy, Portugal, Poland and Greece to meet the demand of an expanding industry.

Since most of them did not speak English communication was a big problem and these garments workers neededto learn the language. The opportunity for the Filipino garment workers took centre stage when Carolina Custodio, an employee of the Immigration and Employment Department saw the opportunity and suggested to hire Filipino garments who had the basic knowledge of the English language. The government of Canada took the challenge on a trial basis and sent some recruitment officers to Manila. In 1968, the first batch of garment workers arrived.

Most of them were supervisors at the Philippine American Embroidery (PAE) based in Makati City.

The management of the garment companies were very pleased with the performance of the Filipino workers and this led to the influ of more than 10,000 new garment workers by 1986. These garment workers were allowed to sponsored their spouses, parents and siblings, thus the emergence of the new Filipino Community in Winnipeg. .”During the early 60’s Drs. Roland and Irene Guzman, arrived from Ottawa, together with Pat Bigornia and other volunteers, my wife Linda Cantiveros and myself included, had helped to find the host families and secure winter clothes, boots, household items and other needs for the new immigrants”.said Rod Cantiveros.

"These immigrants contributed to the strengthen economic engine of the Winnipeg's garment factories.

Many others have assisted them to adjust to their new home, new country. " Dr. Irene Guzman has shared: . "I was a practicing pediatrician but I switched to family physician because of the demands of the garment workers. They had difficulty communicating with Canadian physicians," she added.

With closer contacts with the new arrivals, Dr. Roland Guzman and his wife, Dr. Irene, Pat Bigornia, Bayani and Carolina Custudio became the adopted fathers and mothers of the new arrivals, that they have become the favorite wedding sponsors of the garment workers as their petitioned would be spouses arrived in Winnipeg”.

"This is a very successful event for recognizing the Filipino women who had made contributions to the growth of the Filipino community.

And I very thankful for this recognition as one of the Filipinos who arrived in 1959, and I do hope the Pinays MB Inc, will continue the objectives of this association," Fe Ryder, one of the 1st honorees for outstanding Filipino Women of Manitoba.

Pinays MB Inc., founded in December 2015, is a new dynamic empowering group for Flipino

women in Manitoba. The vision and purpose of this group is to have resources available to support and to guide Filipino women of all ages. The group will initiate and undertake exciting and meaningful projects which will allow them to grow and to develop their potentials needed by the growing Filipino community.

The founding members include Roselyn Advincula, Marites Aiello, Araceli Ancheta, Trifona Bermisa, Marcela Buduhan, Jose Concepcion, Lerma Cruz Villamor, Milagros Dacwag, Connie de Villa, Cora De los Reyes, Wilma Gaburno, Perla Javate, Emmie Joaquin, Margarity Kives, Joy Lazo, Irene Medina, Aireen Miaral, Maria Luz Ocampo,Ruth Provitina, Alice Robles and Conchita Talbot.

Special guests and who provided inspirational greetings include MP Kevin Lamoureux, MLA Burrows, Melanie Wight, Deputy Mayor Councillor MIke Pagtakhan and Orli Marcelino,honorary consul general. Opening address: Perla Javate, chair; and Letty Antonio, invocation; Intermission, Joy Lazo; Milagros Dacwag, introduction of the guest speaker; MLA Flor Marcilino, keynote speaker; Tess Aiello, recognition award; closing remarks, Roselyn Advincula, cochair; emcee, Emmie Joaquin.

Patrons and sponsors include Bermisa Family, Holly Toupin, regional VP, RBC; Joyce Catenza, financial adviser, RBC; Tess Aiello, RBNC, Hipolito Alibin, Jr. CGA and president of MFBC; Corona Foronda, Trifona Bermisa, Teodora Encarnacion, Conchita Talbot, Orli Marcelino, honorary consul general; Maples Physitheraphy Clinic and Sherilyn A. Daquies, BMR-PT, Physiotherapist.

One of the invited guests, Felly de Jesus Grieve, owner/manager of A1 Nutrition said: "An outstanding event to honor Filipino women who had contributed enormously to the very foundation of our Filipino community and it is about time that Pinays be recognized for their contribution in building up a strong Manitoba society. I would not be here without the help of my late sister, Francis Caballerro who sponsored us, and this recognition is for her."

"As a member of the Pinays MB Inc. it would be a privilege to be able to serve the various programs and events lined up to support, encourage, and empower our Filipino women in the community and the society as a whole, " Joy Lazo said.

Julie Javier, governor of Batangas Association, said: "I have to congratulate the honorees and

the organizers for sponsoring this important event, focusing on the Filipino women who have made big difference in our community. Job well done."

"Congratulations to the founders of this group who have big hearts. I believe that behind the strong men there are strong women who are ready and able to do their roles in our growing community.

Keep up the good work," Letty Antonio, president of OFSAM and MCFFA. Roselyn Advincula, co-chair of the event and with the Immigration Centre, said: "I am truly inspired to witness this celebration of Pinays in our community. We are often in the background taking care of everyone in our community; and now it is the time to have a momentous event to showcase the strength, beauty, contributions of women in our lives."

"This event is very inspirational for me, recognizing Filipina pioneers in our community.

And this event has given and other Filipino women motivation to work hard for our community," Maggie Chan-Urbano, president of QPAM, said with a smiling face.

Estella Abucot said: "It is a great opportunity for Pinays to be together- to know each other, to love and support each other. Great job."

Fe Ryder (left), the honoree with Hati Custodio, representing her late mother, Carolina Custodio who was awarded posthumously.

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rime Minister Justin Trudeau issued the following statements after a bilateral meeting with US President Barack Obama

during his visit to Washington on a state visit. The meeting between the leaders will help both countries transition to low carbon economies, foster clean

growth, and create great jobs and great opportunities for citizens.

Trudeau and Obama formally agreed to join the Paris Agreement in the global fight against climate change, and to take ambitious actions to reduce methane, hydroflurocarbon, and greenhouse gas emissions.

They also committed to make the borders more open and more secure, and agreed in principle to expand pre-clearance to Billy Bishop Airport in Toronto, Jean Lesage International Airport in Quebec City, as well as rail service in Montreal and Vancouver.

Both leaders agreed to a new partnership to build a sustainable Arctic economy, and will work together to develop new, sciencebased standards for commercial fishing, low-impact shipping, sustainable development, and Arctic biodiversity.

Further commitments to streamline trade between Canada and USA. Almost $2.4 billion worth of goods and services

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cross the border on a daily basis.

The leaders agreed to work in collaboration to bring trade and investment to new heights.

Canada is set to host the North American Leaders Summit in the Summer of 2016. President Obama will address Parliament

during his visit to Canada for the summit.

Trudeau stated, “Canada and the United States share the same values, the same origins, and the same space. We face many of the same challenges, and we are all better off when we tackle them together.”

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Nadine Lustre dominates MYX Music Awards 2016 Nadine Lustre dominated the MYX Music Awards 2016 held Tuesday at the Kia Theatre in Quezon City. The “On the Wings of Love” actress won five awards as Favorite Artist, Favorite Female Artist, Favorite Song and Favorite Music Video for “Me and You.” She also shared the Favorite Collaboration award for her duet with boyfriend James Reid in the song “Hanap Hanap.”

The complete list of winners are: Favorite Music Video: “Me

and You” by Nadine Lustre, Directed by Miggy Tanchangco; Favorite Song: “Me and You” - Nadine Lustre; Favorite Artist: Nadine Lustre; Favorite Female Artist: Nadine Lustre; Favorite Male Artist: Darren Espanto; Favorite Group: Silent Sanctuary; Favorite Mellow Video: “Dance Without the Music” by Yeng Constantino, Directed by Cristhian Escolano; Favorite Rock Video: “Firepower” by Bamboo, Directed by Paolo Valenciano; Favorite Urban Video: “Diwata”

by Abra Feat. Chito Miranda, Directed by Marco Gatchalian and Mark Ginolos; Favorite New Artist: Jason Dy; Favorite Collaboration: “Hanap Hanap”

by James Reid and Nadine Lustre; Favorite Remake: “On The Wings of Love” by Kyla; Favorite Media Soundtrack: “On The Wings of Love” by Kyla; Favorite Guest Appearance In A Music Video: Alden Richards for “Kapangyarihan ng Pagibig” by Aicelle Santos; Favorite International Video: “Bad Blood”

by Taylor Swift; Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ: Darren Espanto.

Special Award were given to Best Music Video: “Cerberus”by Abra Feat. Loonie and Ron Henley, Directed by Willian Rivera; and MYX Blogger Award: Sunny Ki. Singer-composer Ogie Alcasid was given the MYX Magna Award, an annual award given to local music icons who have made significant contributions to the music industry.

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Marian Rivera’s Facebook page among most liked globally Rivera’s official Facebook page at the 19th spot in the Top 20 Public Figure Facebook Pages in the world. The Kapuso primetime queen was the only Filipino who landed in the top 20. The 14,930,783 likes also put Marian’s Facebook page as the most liked for any celebrity in the Philippines thus making her the country’s queen in Facebook.

Topping the list was Mr. Bean with 64,868,209 likes.

Other international celebrities in the list include Nicki Minaj (#2), Kim Kardashian (#3), Ellen DeGeneres (#4), Hugh Jackman The social media analytics (#5), and US First Lady Michelle site Quintly ranked Marian Obama (#18).

Lav Diaz dedicates Berlin award to Filipino culture

“Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis” (A Lullaby to the Sorrowful Mystery) is the longest entry ever to compete for the Golden Bear in the Berlin International Film Festival’s 66-year history. The eight-hour film won for Lav Diaz the Silver Alfred Bauer prize,

an annual award given to a film that “opens new perspectives on cinematic art”.

The Filipino director said he did the film to remind the Filipinos of our culture and history. He shared how festival jury president, Hollywood star and living film legend Meryl Streep, told him that she really liked the film as it reminds her of the old way of doing things characterized by patience and commitment.

“Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis” will open starting March 26, Black Saturday, in select cinemas nationwide. Diaz hopes the local audience will support his film despite its eight-hour running time.

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Maine Mendoza, Jeron Teng win at Nickelodeon KCA Maine “Yaya Dub” Mendoza and De La Salle University basketball player Jeron Teng were the big winners in this year’s Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. Fans voted for Maine to win the Favorite Pinoy Personality Award, beating Enrique Gil, James Reid and Kathryn Bernardo. For his part, Jeron won the Favorite Asian Sports Star by outvoting Pandelela Rinong of Malaysia, Kim Kurniawan of Indonesia and Irfan Fandi of Singapore.

The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, also known as the KCAs, is an annual awards show that honors the year’s biggest television, movie, and music acts, as voted by TV viewers and fans. The awards night was held on

March 12 at The Forum in Inglewood, California.

Bb. Pilipinas disqualifies another candidate The 2016 Bb. Pilipinas pageant is now proving to be controversial as the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Incorporated (BPCI) disqualified Janelle Olafson, formerly candidate number one allegedly over a photo that shows the aspiring beauty queen half-naked, with her arms covering her breast.

Olafson told ABS-CBN’s news program “Bandila” that the photo was for a breast cancer advocacy campaign she did in the past. Her disqualification came after BPCI also booted out Kim Ross delos Santos from the competition reportedly for the same reason.

The BPCI has not issued a statement yet on the issue.

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Filipino Seniors Group of Winnipeg induction of officers and board of directors held

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The executive officers include Jun Isla, president; Gloria Agravante, vice-president; Kelly Legaspi, secretary; Jaina Medida, treasurer; Mackie Palacio, auditor; and Aida Champagne,

the immediate past president and adviser.

Board of Directors are the following: Amante Bayuga, Rodolfo Capistrano, Peter Estrada, Aireen Henson, Ley Navarro and Freddie Sion.

Committee appointments include: Ester Camuyong, membership and booking; Michael Mostajo, building and maintenance; Charm Moreno, programs and fundraising.

The FSGW new set of officers and board members at the induction ceremony held recently at the Seniors Hall, from left to right: Amante Bayuga, boad of director (BOD); Aida Champagne, immediate past president and adviser; Mackie Palacio, auditor; Charm Moreno, program and fundraising committee; Ester Camuyong, membership and booking; Gloria Agravante, vice president; Kelly Legaspi, secretary; Jaina Medida, treasurer; MLA Melanie Wight, guest; Deputy Mayor Councillor Mike Pagtakhan, inducting officer; Jun Isla, president; board of directors include Aireen Henson,Michael Mostajo, Freddie Sion and Peter Estrada.

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1st Anniversary Celebration of Faith in Jesus City Church Winnipeg Faith in Jesus City Church Winnipeg celebrated their first anniversary on February 21st 2016 at the Hilton Hotel. The passion of FIJCC is to lead people to Jesus and the beauty of His finished

work on the cross. Also, we are a proud partner of the Grace Revolution that is sweeping and liberating many people and churches from the curse of the Law.

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WAAY Championship games and Closing ceremony Championship Sunday is here!!

Congratulations to all the teams that made it to Championship on Sunday, March 20th at Tec Voc High School and to all the other teams as well for having a great season.

Championship Sunday schedule: 9:00am (Bantam 3rd place game)Navy Blue vs Orange 10:00am (Peewee 3rd place game)Red vs Powder Blue 11:00am (JR Tykes 3rd place game)Royal Blue vs Orange 12:00pm (Tykes 3rd place game)Navy Blue vs Powder Blue 1:00pm (Bantam Championship)White vs Teal 2:00PM (JR Tykes Championship)Navy Blue vs Powder Blue 3:00PM (Peewee Championship)Grey vs Purple 4:00PM (Tykes Championship)Purple vs Grey For those teams that are not playing this weekend, please come out and support the teams in the finals on Sunday, March 20th at Tec Voc High School for our Championships and Closing Ceremony. This is the most exciting time for all the kids because

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Horoscope You may need to assure yourself that you have what it takes to succeed. Indeed, this is going to be the hardest part of the process. And even if you don’t really think you can do it, you might be better off pretending that you can. The reason is that a wonderful adjustment of energies could see you just getting on with it. You may balance unsteadily of your comfort zone for a while, but then you’ll just go for it.

What your friend’s say which you are shouldn’t pay too much attention? If you listen closely, you’ll notice that their opinions change like the weather. For instance, if they marker you an opportunist for observe a great deal and wanting to take advantage of it, you should go ahead. Anyway there’s a good chance they’ll wish they had followed your advice. Stick to your decision no matter what anyone says.

The positive blend of energies at the top of your chart could see you making a special effort to realize a goal or dream. And even if others object, you’ll have the faith to keep going. On another note, a positive alignment could see you investing in property or benefiting from your family’s kindness or sharing in a stroke of good fortune.

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There’s so much research that you could be occupied for hours on end with all the information and opportunities you uncover.

Even so, it’s just as well that you have responsibilities to attend to, as they help keep your feet on the ground. Over the days ahead there could be many reasons why you’re tempted to drop the normal in pursuit of the mysterious and charming.

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You may not be satisfied with small leisure and feel the strong desire to splurge on something big and expensive. This might be the case if you’ve been hard at work lately and want to reward yourself. Even so, you could be in trouble if your outflow exceeds your income. New adventures could signal. If you’re eager for some fun you might want to make travel plans.

A major focus on your area of work and lifestyle could see you inventing all kinds of reasons not to get on with deadlines or other important activities. However, you’ll have no problem watching a movie or reading a fantasy novel.

Even so, a major could encourage a little self-inquiry and motivate you to overcome your tiredness in order to break through your to-do list.

Someone could appear charming yet try to pull the cashmere over your eyes. However, you’ll manage fine if you employ your ability to detect an uncertain deal. One opportunity might excite you, especially as it could offer you the chance to broaden your horizons. However, you’ll need to be patient if you’re to see results. It will be time to nurture you.

Money, or the lack of it, could be the reason that you need to cut back on leisure activities or social events. A tight blend of energies could see you restrain in your spending and making the most of the money you have. But you don’t have to give up having fun or socializing altogether. If you look at your expenses, you may find that with a little bit of adjustment you can continue to enjoy life without bankrupting yourself.

While it’s great to be kindly, you may find that others are starting to take advantage to you. This might leave you wondering how to respond. Don’t feel guilty about nipping this in the bud. You’ll feel so much better if you do. Inside, you may be burning to take advantage of an opportunity that could be good for you, but the time may not be right just yet. This chance should be around for a while, so there’s no need to worry.

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You may find other people to be quite particularly if you’re very excited about a project or new business idea. With that in mind, you’ll need to find a way to manage your time so that you can continue to make progress while still fulfilling your responsibilities to family and friends. You might have to be secured regarding one person; especially if he or she can’t acknowledge the fact that you occasionally need your own space.

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DOST chief launches hub for aggie-aqua investors and tech users Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Mario G. Montejo recently inaugurated the DOST - Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD) Innovation and Technology Center (DPITC) that will house a modern exhibition hub, a digital library, a conference facility, and a business hub.

A new platform for technology promotion, transfer and commercialization, the center offers the following services: intellectual property protection, technology assessment, licensing,

investment packaging, spin-off support, manpower training, market matching and expert services delivery.

“The DOST-PCAARRD Innovation and Technology Center is a world-class facility for research and development that proves that our local scientists and engineers are highly capable of producing world class products and services,” Montejo said. “This will serve as a One-Stop-Shop and Convergence Hub that will provide services for investors and technology users in the agriculture and aquatic sectors in the Philippines.”

Currently, the DPITC exhibits the major outputs of its Industry Strategic S&T Program (ISP), which include outputs on coconut, rice mechanization, banana, swine, abaca, and shrimp, some of the Council’s 34 ISPs. The Center was inaugurated during DOST- PCAARRD’s weeklong event dubbed SIPAG Fiesta or the Strategic Industry S&T Program on Agri-Aqua Growth - Farms and Industry Encounters through the Science and Technology Agenda.

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Bongbong accuses PNoy of hate campaign against Marcoses Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. yesterday directly accused President Aquino of being behind a hate campaign against his family to derail his vice presidential candidacy. He cited Aquino’s statements which focuses on abuses during martial law, including the failure of Congress to pass the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL).

The senator said people are now more interested in current issues like unemployment and peace and order. He added that the president could not blame him for the failure of Congress

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Interview Strategies: Understanding the Question Behind the Question Matthew Purdey | Manitoba Start

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hile many organizations use a standard set of interview questions with every candidate, how you respond to these questions should be anything but standard.

To capitalize on the interview opportunity, ask yourself: What is the question behind the question?

This strategy focuses on understanding why the employer is asking each question and what they really want to know so that

you can respond appropriately.

Consider these commonly asked interview questions, and review the question behind the question.

Tell me about yourself = Tell me about yourself as a professional.

Provide the employer with an overview of your experience, education and training as well as examples of a few skills or accomplishments that are relevant to the position you have applied for.

Avoid discussing personal information such as age, marital status, birthplace, hobbies, etc.; this is of little interest to the employer in the interview context.

What are your strengths? = How do your skills meet this job’s requirements?

Identify a few key qualification requirements or core responsibilities of the position.

Then discuss where, when and how you have performed these tasks in the past. Support your statements with examples that demonstrate your strengths in action and the results you achieved.

Avoid giving long lists of strengths, especially those that could be considered standard hiring requirements; for example: “I’m hardworking, punctual, friendly,” etc.

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What are your weaknesses? = What skill would you like to learn or develop?

Identify a work-related topic or knowledge requirement you would like to enhance. Select something that won’t take too long to learn, and be sure to outline the steps you are taking (or plan to take) to develop the skill.

Avoid mentioning key job requirements, negative character traits or bad habits.

Describe an accomplishment you are proud of. = Tell us one story about how you made a real impact.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) technique to describe how you applied your education and experience to a real work situation. Focus on one story with specific and relevant details.

Provide enough information to paint a clear picture for the interviewer.

Avoid settling for generic statements that reveal little about your efforts, such as “I provided good customer service.”

Why should we hire you? = What makes you different from other applicants?

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Avoid simply reviewing topics already discussed in the interview, and try not to rely on general education or experience, as other applicants will certainly have this as well.

The next time you’re preparing for an interview, remember to ask yourself: “What is the question behind the question?” and rehearse your answers and examples in advance.

Doing this will help you to create more specific and relevant answers during your interview, which will set you apart from other candidates.

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Innovative food products like tilapia cookies are featured in the SIPAG Fiesta celebration organized by the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The SIPAG Fiesta is an event conducted to showcase the 34 agricultural commodities developed by PCAARRD through its intensive R&D programs geared at increasing agricultural productivity and upgrading technological innovations both in agriculture and aquaculture. SIPAG stands for Strategic Industry S&T Program on Agri-Aqua Growth. (Text & Photo by Rodolfo P. de Guzman/S&T Media Service)

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Through the Annual Report on Immigration- which includes the 2016 immigration levels plan- the government outlined how it will increase levels of family class immigration, which will address the application backlog and reunite families more quickly.

The government will meets its commitments to welcome more refugees to Canada in the process, it will help diversify the Canadian economy and create sustainable growth.

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puck after hitting Nikolaj Ehlers in the face giving New York a 4-3 Winnipeg Jets overtime win.

With two goals against the Report Islanders, Scheifele continued

by Derick Ramos where he left off against the Montreal Canadiens. Scheifele @DerickRamos scored the opening goal, the gamewinning goal with seven minutes left in the third, and capped it off with an empty-net goal for his first career hat trick powering Winnipeg 4-2 over Montreal.

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers rolled into town riding a hot goalie in Cam Talbot, winner of his last four starts.

Talbot handled 39 of 40 shots that he faced and Lauri Korpikoski's goal in the second period proved to be the game winner. Scheifele scored the lone Jets goal in the 2-1 loss.

The Nashville Predators extended their streak of 13 games with a point downing the Jets 4-2.

Craig Smith tallied twice for the Preds and Pekka Rinne made 21 saves in the win. Drew Stafford ith Andrew Ladd now puzzle to help lead them in the and Jacob Trouba scored for the with the Chicago future.

Jets and Scheifele added an assist After losing to the Florida Blackhawks, the Winnipeg Jets have been looking Panthers at home, the Winnipeg for someone to step up to fill the Jets played their next four contests void that their former captain at home starting with the New left. Enter Mark Scheifele. Since York Islanders. Mark Scheifele being drafted seventh overall in scored to open the game on the the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, big powerplay and added another to things have been expected from give the Jets a 3-2 lead late in the the Kitchener, Ontario native. If third. With just 29 seconds left in his recent scoring streak is any the game, Anders Lee scored the indication of things to come, the equalizer. In overtime, Isles Kyle Jets may have a big piece to the Okposo capitalized on a loose

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to extend his point streak to five games.

Winnipeg dropped their third straight game at the hands of the Detroit Red Wings. Marko Dano opened the scoring on the road for his first goal as a member of the Winnipeg Jets. Tyler Myers then took a pass from Scheifele and walked around the Wings defense to go up two goals. Dylan Larkin and Jonathan Ericsson answered in the second period for Detroit and Justin Abdelkader completed the comeback with 4:36 left for a 3-2 Detroit win.

It didn't start off great but the Jets rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-2 at home, led by none other than Mark Scheifele.

Down a pair of goals, Scheifele scored on the power play to cut the lead in half. He added an assist to Drew Stafford's third period goal and two minutes later, Adam Lowry scored the game winner.

After the game, Paul Maurice had high praise for Scheifele.

"That was his finest game in the last three weeks regardless of the hat trick," the coach said.

"That's as good a game as I've seen Mark play in a long, long time."

The Jets carried the momentum against the Vancouver Canucks on the road. Marko Dano scored twice and added an assist and Scheifele scored once again recording 8 goals and 4 assists in his last 8 games. Winnipeg scored the first five goals and never looked back in the 5-2 drubbing of Vancouver.

Winnipeg concluded their two game road trip on a low note. The Calgary Flames struck for three first period goals that included ex-Jet Michael Frolik's game winner. Mark Giordana added an empty-netter and Drew Stafford scored the lone Jets goal in a 4-1 defeat.

Winnipeg Jets fans will get the chance to see their former captain Andrew Ladd twice in the next two weeks. The Jets open up a four game home stand starting with the Blackhawks.

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he month of March is highly anticipated and can’t come soon enough for ice fishing enthusiasts. The highlight of the season for many, this time of year is often referred to as March Madness around these parts. And much like the annual NCAA college basketball tournament, the action can be fast, exciting, and downright bonkers when the end of winter is in sight. With the early arrival of

spring this year however, the focus has shifted to preparing for open water fishing much sooner than usual.

The ‘madness’ this season is the fact that in all likelihood, anglers will be casting lines into soft water before the end of season date of April 4th. You read that correctly, new for 2016 is the closure of general angling being changed from the long standing

April 1st to instead coincide with the last day of grade school spring break. Anglers can legally fish this year, on ice or otherwise, up until 11:59pm on Sunday April 3rd.

Keep in mind that when fishing from on top of actual ice you may still use two rods per angler, but if you are fishing into open water then the one rod per angler regulation applies regardless of the calendar date.

From now until then, however, there is still plenty of ice fishing to be done. The enormous annual Falcon Lake Winter Fish-Off takes place on March 19th. This event draws dozens of local Fil-Can competitors every year and I hope to report one of our own winning the top prize of $10,000 in the next issue. The entire length of the Red River is not recommended to go ice fishing on anymore. The popular Lake Winnipeg and Lake Manitoba

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waterways can still be utilized although anglers should restrict access to walking on, small off-road vehicles, or snowmobiles. Many lakes out West in the Ducks and out east in the Whiteshell are prime at this time of year for targeting all species of trout, panfish, and huge northern pike for those looking to venture off the beaten path.

Send me by email your favourite March Madness fish pictures to be included in the ‘Ang Galing Wall of Fame’ article in a future issue. The best judged picture will win a fabulous fishing prize package.

Jeff Matias with a monster Lake Winnipeg greenback walleye.

Ken Polvorosa enjoying a day on the ice with his twin boys Keegan And Riley.

Photo op with one of the the legends of the fishing world. l-r Bob Izumi, Eric Labaupa, Jeremy Santos, Marcel Laferriere.

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Interviewing Hall of Fame angler Ted Takasaki inside the comforts of a SnoBear at the Mid-Canada Boat Show.

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