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Major Robert Meade was the guest speaker for Canadian Forces (CF) Appreciation Night at the Filipino Seniors Hall on March 5. The Canadian Military officer was the DART officer in command and head of security for the engineers teams, water purification experts and medical teams. The DART (Disaster Assistance Response Team), the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) contribution to the Government of Canada relief efforts in the Philippines after Typhoon Haiyan. Accompanying Major Meade were active and retired members of the Canadian Forces, representing all 3 elements of Canada’s Army, Navy and Airforce. Photo by Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal.

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Filipino community says thanks to the Canadian Forces for helping Typhoon Haiyan victims in the Philippines

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true frigid Canadian winter hovered for a day when the members of the Filipino community welcomed the members of the Canadian Forces at the Filipino Seniors Group Hall by honouring them for their help after Typhoon Haiyan fiercely slashed Central Visayas,leaving billion of pesos in property damages and more than 6,000 deaths.

The atmosphere of welcoming and warmth filled

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the senior's hall when the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) members of the Canadian Forces led by Major Robert Meade was given words and gestures of appreciation for their immediate response to help our kababayans in Central Visayas who were victims of the super typhoon. Major Meade was deployed to the Philippines and December to mobilize the DART's mandate of the Canadian

Forces to the calamity stricken areas in the Philippines.

During the appreciation night, organized and led by Aida Champagne, president of Filipino Senior Group; and Jon Reyes, president of the Manitoba Filipino Business Council, video presentation dramatized the humanitarian action of DART, how the Canadian Government acted immediately to help the typhoon victims. Major Meade, in his video presentation, brought the human drama:providing potable water through reversed osmosis, installing mobile hospital, to care for the sick, to help the victims, and to restore order and sanity.

Other Filipino members of the Canadian Forces were present and gave inspiration to the younger generations, and encourage to serve the country. Recruitment for possible members was conducted during the appreciation night.

At the head table, from l to r: Virgilio Maduro, Captain Roy Laudenorio, Dr.Major Anthony Battad, Maj. Robert Meade, DART; Jon Reyes, president, Manitoba Filipino Business Council.

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he DART mission to assist the Philippines after Typhoon Haiyan and the Canadian Forces Appreciation Night held special significance. Having served 24 years in the Canadian Forces, and having had the opportunity to deploy all over the world, my only regret was retiring prior to the Philippine deployment in support of Hurricane Yolanda relief. Regardless, I am proud of my kababayans that have served and continue to serve Canada. It is a thank you to the country that accepted and gave us the opportunity for a better life. It was wonderful to connect with other Filipino-Canadians in uniform, and more importantly to say thank you. - Anthony Battad, LCol (Retired) - Internal Medicine Advisor to the Surgeon General and Medical Education Advisor for the Canadian Forces

Major Robert Meade, (centre), Capt. Roy Laudenorio and MFBC president Jon Reyes.

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t was a proud moment for the Filipino Canadian Community knowing that their native land of the Philippines was being taken care by the international community which included our country of Canada. As well, it was great to see the men and women in uniform representing our Filipino Canadian community in Winnipeg. It was indeed a very proud and historic moment for all. - Jon Reyes, Master Seaman (Retired) - Canadian Forces Fleet School Esqimalt The Filipino members of the Canadian Forces who were present during the appreciation night.

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The Republic of Adobo

by Rod E. Cantiveros

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eartbreaking scene after Yolanda (Haiyan, international code) devastated the fishing villages of Gigantes Island and Estancia in the province of Iloilo: houses were broken down, coconut and trees were uprooted from mother earth, fresh seaweeds, empty shells, remnants of banca and fishing gadgets, even an ocean vessel, marked the sprawling white beaches: some dead bodies and fishes were floating in the sea, along with the debris and waste of the blown-up homes and buildings; and along the beach, the distraught people viewed at the vast panorama of desolation, their hardworks turned into rubbles, into nothingness of their livelihood; most of them , their bodies and souls were affected by the unbearable and unacceptable fate due to the havoc lashed by mother nature!

This beautiful,paradise-like village, suddenly, turned into a no man’s land!

Before the super typhoon, people of Gigantes Island and Estancia, as in most places in Central Visayas, enjoyed the bucolic life: an idyllic rural life, with warm bodies and souls, with resourcefulness and industriousness which had become the engine of their dream weaving life; the day in and day out of earning a living by sharing the bounty of the sea, for their daily sustenance and for their children’s future.

And then, suddenly, mother nature lashed with a vengeance. For few hours, properties worth billion of pesos were destroyed; and sadly, thousands of lives perished. As one of the woman villagers tearfully said:”Hindi ako makapaniwala sa nangyaring ito, saglit lang, namatayan kami, nawala pa ang aming kabuhayan, paano na kami ngayon?” (I can’t believe what happened, so sudden, death in my

family, and now our livelihood is gone, what can we do now?”)

International humanitarian gestures poured in and the words were turned into action! Humanitarianism,so bold, so raw, so immediate took actions!

Then, the University of Santo Tomas HIgh School Batch 1969, through the UST’s ..”unending grace” and the embedded Thomasian Spirit, the former graduates joined their hands and hearts to celebrate their Sapphire (45th year) Anniversary with the people of Gigantes Island and Estancia were in their minds. Then BANCA PROJECT: 2014! was born.

The UST HS Batch 1969, Led by Ted Ebarvia with members, Ton Bautista, Sammy Co, and Jojo Deles,started working on the plan. At first, they developed a banca design with parts that can be knocked down, Forty-five knockeddown parts were prepared in Manila and packed as “banca kits”. The kits including the motor engines were then shipped to Estancia and Gigangtes Island. Under the supervision of a small expert team of the 69ners, the fishfolk beneficiaries with the help of other family members, neighbors and friends assembled and painted their bancas and installed the outriggers and motors.

What a collaborative effort had become when the UST High School Batchmate 1969 joined forces with the people of Gigantes Island and Estancia! Bravo! Forty-five (45) fishing boats (banca) were finished and given to the beneficiaries to start living again with their lives through fishing. What an accomplishments gained by the commitments and dedications of the UST HS 69ners who have had so much in life to share with less fortunate kababayans. The 69ners who were

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Turning piles of wood into livelihood: USTHS Batch 1969 donates 45 fishing boats to Gigantes Island and Estancia fishermen!

present during the turnover of the bancas at Estancia and Gigantes Island include Ted Ebarvia, Ton Bautista, Sammy Co, Jojo Deles, Nadette Reyes, Malu Cataldi, Irma de Castro, and Balikbayan 69ners, Dr. Peter and Angie Bueno, Sonny and Mona Paras, Mannie Inducil, Dr. Rod Cruz, Gil Remigio, Harpal Singh and Benjie Geronimo.

As Mahloi del Rosario, one of the active graduates in the UST HS Batch 1969, says: “It has been a very fulfilling experience for all of us,. Although we were able to help these typhoon victims, in return, they gave us so much more

nourishings of our hearts and souls! The bonding and oneness in spirit of the 69ners in getting the project through in 2 months, was just simply amazing! A very meaningful way to celebrate our Sapphire Anniversary.”

Now, with those fishing boats are changing the lives of the people of Gigantes Island and Estancia, please view the current scene vicariously: Father and son, with wife, push the banca into the sea, with all smiles, and full of hopes. The father starts the motor, the son waves his hand, the wife whispers a prayer; and as they look

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at, the fishing boat speed farther into the open sea,while the sun shines above the sea: this day is the beginning and the catch of the day starts a new challenging life in the fishing village: yes, life goes on!

The UST High School Batch 1969 is extending their heartfelt thanks to the donors and volunteers who opened their hearts for others to live with more hope, and with a stronger faith to their fellowmen.

And kudos to the UST High School Batch 1969, you have made a big difference on other lives!

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PEREZCOPE

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Was Conrad Capa kicked upstairs?

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t all began last March 6, 2014 when the Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested fugitive real estate developer Delfin Lee at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Casino in Ermita, Manila. With a P2-million price on his head since 2012, his capture ended a nationwide manhunt by PNP’s elite Task Force Tugis.

But no sooner had Lee been in police custody than a series of unusual events started to happen.

First, Oriental Mindoro Governor Alfonso Umali reportedly phoned PNP Director General Alan Purisima in connection with Lee’s arrest. The following day, President Benigno “P-Noy” Aquino III sent a text message to Umali, a ranking political ally and Treasurer of the Liberal Party, asking him to explain why he phoned Purisima?

In a press briefing, presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda said that Umali called P-Noy and explained why he called Purisima. Lacierda said that P-Noy was “satisfied” with Umali’s explanation; however, he did not elaborate what was Umali’s explanation.

In an attempt to put a positive note to Umali’s explanation, Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma said over Radyo ng Bayan that Umali called Purisima because Umali’s lawyer Atty. Gilberto Repizo -Umali’s province mate and friend -- requested it. He quoted Umali as saying that Repizo wanted to “clarify the basis for the arrest of Mr. Lee because as far as his camp knew, the Court of Appeals already has a decision in favor of his client.” the arrest warrant remained valid. However, Coloma couldn’t say if P-Noy was convinced of Umali’s explanation. Coloma said that Repizo was referring to the supposed order quashing the arrest warrant against Lee. Coloma said Purisima replied, saying that Housing loan scam Lee was charged with syndicated estafa, a nonbailable offense, in connection with two

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housing projects in Pampanga province. He was accused of using fictitious members of the Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-Ibig Fund), a government program, to obtain housing loans – totaling P6.6 billion – that he used in GlobeAsiatique’s Xevera subdivisions in Bacolor and Mabalacat towns of Pampanga between 2008 and 2011.

Lee pulled the scam by using non-existent or fake homebuyers and paying them to apply for PagIbig home loans. After the homes were built, GlobeAsiatique would then sell them to other homebuyers who would discover later that the homes they bought were in the names of bogus or ghost homeowners.

Manhunt On May 22, 2012, a Regional Trial Court in Pampanga issued a warrant for the arrest of Lee, his son Dexter, and three officers of GlobeAsiatique. The manhunt was on. It involved the PNP and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). Last December, after 20 months of hard investigative work, Task Force Tugis was able to track Lee living in a house in Metro Manila. When the task force led

by Senior Superintendent Conrad Capa nabbed Lee last March 6, Capa must have felt proud for capturing one of the country’s most wanted fugitives, the socalled “Big Five,” which include former Palawan governor Joel Reyes and his brother former Coron mayor Mario Reyes, former general Jovito Palparan, and former Dinagat congressman Ruben Ecleo.

“We had five original targets. One down, four to go. Hopefully, mahuli yung the rest,” Capa said in a report aired on “24 Oras.” Indeed, with four more to go, Capa was probably enthused to doing his very best to capture them. Nothing – or nobody – could stop him now, he probably mused.

Reward or punishment?

But, alas, Capa couldn’t be farther from reality or to be more precise, realpolitik. What

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happened next stunned Capa and baffled many people. There was simply no reason why Capa’s boss, PNP Chief Purisima, would abruptly transfer him one week after Lee’s capture, to Cebu as Deputy Regional Director for Operations.

In a press briefing, Purisima defended his action saying that Capa’s relief was not a punishment but a reward, a promotion. He said that Capa had been in the task force for a long time and was now due for a transfer. He added that the new assignment would give Capa a chance for a promotion to one-star general.

But Capa had none of that. Caught by surprise, he was frustrated by the sudden turn of events. He felt that his transfer was not a commendation for a job well done. He said that every officer in the PNP knows it’s not a promotion.

Capa said that if Purisima had wanted to promote him, there were several vacant positions in Camp Crame, PNP’s headquarters, he could have assigned.

So, if it was not a commendation or reward, what was it then? Could it be that Lee’s arrest and the subsequent intervention of Umali had any bearing to Capa’s relief? Or could it be that Purisima punished Capa for reportedly leaking the information that Umali had called Purisima to intervene on behalf of Lee? Capa was suspected of spreading rumors that Umali had pressured Purisima to release Lee. But Capa denied that he was the one who leaked the information on Umali’s communication with Purisima. But regardless of who had leaked the information, the fact that Umali had indeed called Purisima on behalf of Lee’s lawyer, makes one wonder why would Lee’s lawyer break protocol on matters that should have been done through official channels?

At the end of the day, Capa’s “problem” with his boss Purisima might not have been due to whether he leaked the Umali-Purisima telephone conversation or not.

His fate may have been sealed the moment he captured Lee. He had stepped on big toes…. very big toes. And in military-oriented organizations like the PNP, when you step on big toes, you are punished by being kicked upstairs; that is, you’re assigned to a new job that seems to be more powerful but is actually less powerful, which makes one wonder: was Conrad Capa kicked upstairs?

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Yes, it's pothole season and While potholes are no laughing somehow, this spring in Winnipeg matter as they may cause accidents has been really bad and not so kind and severe vehicle damage, it hasn't for Winnipeg drivers. Driving down stopped Winnipegers from poking St. James earlier this month seemed fun at the situation. This includes more like an amusement ride with the Winnipeg Free Press producing all the massive potholes that made a Lego Movie inspired video my car shake. Remember when about how awesome Winnipeg the Red River Ex was at the old is, or pothole cover tunes by Winnipeg Arena grounds? Well, Virgin Radio's Ace Burpee. Not welcome to the newest amusement to be left out, the Filipino Journal ride at Polo Park. Buckle up as you posted a Google inspired data map drive through the St. James Pothole displaying the full map of potholes Experience. in Winnipeg. The map was posted CAA Manitoba is predicting on the Filipino Journal Facebook that this will spring will be the Page and on Instagram and shared worst pothole season that Winnipeg by over 1,200 people. Winnipeg has seen. I'd have to agree with loves their potholes. Thanks for all CAA as driving basically anywhere the Likes and Shares! in Winnipeg has been a bumpy Spring is upon us, as are proposition. In response to the the potholes and while the city dire pothole situation, the City scrambles to patch them up, just of Winnipeg has increased the drive safe. Just a few more weeks number of pothole patching crews. and we'll all be dodging Canadian 30683 JS 30E MR6R1.eps; Customer is responsible for accuracy On the City of Winnipeg website, geese.

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Coach Michael Tan of the #1 ranked Sisler Spartans girls basketball team, Zeralyn Panesa, point guard and Sisler Spartans captain, Tiara Licsi, guard and Sisler Spartans captain, Joseph Medrano and Denzel Soliven, both with the #8 ranked Sisler Spartans boys basketball team.

Graffiti Doc Premières March 24 “I just got this idea for a Graffiti Gallery,” declares Stephen Wilson, Executive Director of Graffiti Art Programming, as he made the humble shift from working as a prison guard to working on crime prevention through art. The documentary Graffiti Stories, hosted by Winnipeg Rapper/ Radio Host Ismaila Alfa, shows the impact and spread of this idea while following some urban “at-risk” youth from various cultural backgrounds as they find legitimacy in their art, whether its graphics, rapping, or dancing. Highlighting Winnipeg’s Graffiti Art Gallery and Studio 393 that take a unique angle of teaching

through the four elements of Hip-Hop. While addressing the Art vs vandalism themes, this documentary sets out to be a beacon of hope for those who are immersed in or are aspiring for the urban arts.

Winnipeg Art Gallery [WAG] presents the premiere of Graffiti Stories March 24, 2014 at 7PM. The film, greenlit into production in the Fall of 2013, will subsequently air exclusively on MTS TV Stories From Home. Under the Prairie Boy Productions banner, the film is aptly directed by Winnipeg’s Jorge Requena and produced by Orlando Braun.

Winnipeg will be hosting the Juno Awards on Sunday, March 30 at MTS Centre and the week leading up to awards gala is going to be one huge party.

The Winnipeg host committee has a wide range of free and ticketed events beginning March 24. The Juno Kick-Off Party is on March 27 at The Met. JunoFest 2014 is a two-day music extravaganza with over 50 bands playing at venues all over Winnipeg. Noteable JunoFest hotspots include the Burton Cummings Theatre, The MET, Whiskey Dix and the Windsor Hotel.

Juno Fan Fare at St. Vital Centre on Saturday, March 29 will feature Tegan and Sara, The Trews, Walk off the Earth and Three Days Grace plus fan meet & greet including autograph sessions.

Special 2014 Juno Award presenters include 2014 Sochi Olympic curling gold medallists Team Jennifer Jones.

The 2014 Juno Awards will be hosted a trio of renowned Canadian artists Classified, Johnny Reid, and Serena Ryder. Canada’s premier awards broadcast airs live from Winnipeg’s MTS Centre on CTV on Sunday, March 30.

For a complete listing of events, performers and up to date Juno Week event announcements, just go to the WeSpeakMusic.ca website.

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20th Golf Jamboree Philippine Tour ANA 2014 Article and photos by Tem A. Chavez

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e have proven once again that nothing is more fun and excitingly enjoyable than golfing in the Philippines away from the winter snow.

Edgar Gonzalez, the organizer and coordinator of Golf Jamboree scheduled eight golf courses for the participating golfers from Winnipeg, Florida, Calgary, Nevada, Seattle and Los Angeles. A total of 48 par busters competed at Eagle Ridge’s (Aoki and Faldo) in Gen. Trias, Cavite, Summit Golf & C.C. in Lipa City, Batangas, Splendido Taal in Tagaytay, East Ridge C.C. in Binangonan, Rizal, Forest Hills (J.Nicklaus) in Antipolo, Rizal, Ayala Greenfield & Estate in Calamba, Laguna and Sherwood Hills Country Club in Trece Martires, Cavite.

According to Edgar, who has been a loyal client of Century Park Hotel for the past 15 years, decided for a change of scenery and moved to a new place situated in the heart of Malate, Manila. The Pan Pacific Hotel Manila, managed by a handsome Frenchman by the name of Richard Massellin, who is also

an avid golfer. Edgar would like to express his gratitude to Richard and the entire crew of Pan Pacific Hotel for their generosity and hospitality to all our golfers‌ Everyone felt like they were home away from home.

Following are the 2014 winners.

Congratulations!!!!

Joe Laderas -net score (70) Eagle Ridge (Aoki) Ernie Laurenciano-net score (70) Summit Point C.C. Conrad Tualla-net score (69) Splendido Taal Manny Torres-net score (64) East Ridge C.C. Rey Lozano-net score (67) Forest Hills (J. Nicklaus) Arnold Calambacan-net score(67) Ayala Greenfield Golf Bob Luna-net score (70) Eagle Ridge (Faldo) Rene Sadsad-net score (63) Sherwood Hills C.C. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Popoy Gomez trophy (Golfer of the Year) was awarded to: Sgt. Eddie Ortiz, a member of the elite Las Vegas Police Dept.

Special trophies from Mayor Lammawin & Forest Hills was awarded to: Rey LozanoChampion Ed Ortiguerra-1st runner up Fer Manalastas-2nd runner up Manny Torres-3rd runner up As always, the organizer would like to accommodate everyone but space is very limited specially next year as we are anticipating more golfers from other state. Therefore, reservations will be on first come first serve basis. So please if you are planning on joining us next year (Jan. 17-Feb. 04, 2015), please call Tem Chavezat (204)955-5335 or by E-mail: tchavez@mts.net to reserve your space.

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• Guests - Size does matter. Make sure your venue can accommodate the number of guests you’re expecting – whether it’s 30 or 300. If you’re thinking of going away to a rural locale or having a destination wedding, send your invitations out extra early to get confirmation on who’s actually able to attend.

In my case, I decided on a sunny summer wedding for 200 people. Initially, I thought about renting a tent and setting it up somewhere sentimental – but the costs quickly piled high. I had to readjust my expectations – and fast. We promptly opted to book the beautiful backyard tent at Pineridge Hollow (well in advance) and completely fell in love with its rustic ambiance.

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However, I must sadly drift back to reality. Although the idea of a dream destination may seem like a must have, it’s important to take a take a big bite of reality when deciding where to host your wedding.

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recent workforce trend is mobility across occupations and jobs. More than ever before, a person’s career is likely to involve a series of jobs either related to the same career path or in unrelated career fields. How can people successfully navigate the changing job market while also building a reputation as a leader or

expert in their field? A key to career success, particularly in an evolving career path, is continuous learning.

Continuous learning is one of nine essential workplace skills that helps people to evolve with their changing jobs and adapt to any workplace. Continuous learning can be placed into two categories: formal learning and informal learning.

Formal learning takes place when the learner does not control the learning goals. For example, your company organizes a workshop on lean manufacturing and requires that your entire department attend.

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invest in learning. Learning goals may include preparing to write a licensing exam, improving language and communication skills, or returning to school to upgrade skills for career growth or transition.

A self-directed learner takes personal responsibility for establishing and completing their learning goals. A networked learner effectively connects with various resources (e.g., online links, books, articles, reports, and videos), people (fellow learners and experts), and tools (e.g., library databases) to achieve their learning outcomes.

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skills. Due to an increased reliance on technology, the Canadian economy is moving toward a knowledge-based, idea-driven, creative economy. Employees are increasingly valued for their ability to use and generate knowledge. This only emphasizes the importance of developing and growing new talent—and the best way to do that is through continuous learning. o Adult Learners’ Week 2014 is celebrated in Canada from March 29–April 6. For more information, visit: http://en.copian. ca/annualevents/ialwc .

individual to go beyond learning in a classroom setting or gaining knowledge from one expert (the teacher). Combining self-directed and networked studies can make for effective continuous learning.

Continuous learning has enabled thousands of newcomers to build rewarding careers in Manitoba. As with any successful outcome, there is a cost: learning requires time and money; it takes planning and hard work. However, investing in a learning goal can yield significant returns on investment. It may be the key to landing the job you want, gaining a promotion, or taking the next step in your career path.

Employers are looking for lifelong learners—employees who will work to stay current in their field and upgrade their professional

Be a lifelong learner • Think about how you want your career to grow. Determine what positions you are interested in (or what competencies you want to build).

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• Consider: Investing in a field of study 1 hour per day, 5 days a week, amounts to over 250 dedicated learning hours a year.

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The nomination deadline has recently been extended to March 31st, 2014.

You already do so much for your local communities, it’s time for you to be publicly recognized for all your contributions. There are various award categories, so we’re sure you’ll quality for at least one of them!

“There is the need to celebrate the achievements of our outstanding youth citizens and to promote a harmonious, multicultural, inclusive and equitable society. In this regard, the Citizen Equity Committee of the City of Winnipeg honours young people, who by their contributions

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have become role models within the community of Winnipeg. To mark this event, an Annual Award Ceremony is held every year to honour the future leaders of our City.” ~Citizen Equity Committee (CEC) The Filipino Journal and the Rosalinda Natividad-Cantiveros Foundation encourages you to pass this along to others in your community who might be interested.

Nomination forms can be found on the Citizen Equity Committee website: citizenequity.org Application deadline: Monday March 31, 2014. Return completed nomination forms to: Citizen Equity Outreach Office, 3rd Floor Room 8 Administration Building, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1B9

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Bukas Palad Music Ministry performs for the first time in Winnipeg in support of continued typhoon Haiyan relief efforts Bukas Palad, the highly-acclaimed Christian music group from the Philippines behind the well-loved songs, “Hindi Kita Malilimutan”, “Tanging Yaman”, “Sa Yo Lamang”, “Anima Christi”, and “I Will Sing Forever” is performing for the first time in Winnipeg on Saturday, April 5, 2014, doors open at 6 PM, show starts 7 PM at the Portage Church, 1420 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. The Huwag Kang Mangamba (Be not Afraid) concert is in support of World Vision Canada’s continuing Filipino typhoon Haiyan relief efforts.

Since 1986, Bukas Palad has recorded 15 albums under the Jesuit Music Ministry of the Ateneo de Manila University and has performed in over a hundred solo concerts across the Philippines, Japan, Hongkong and the United States.

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Xian Lim says he enjoys Aquino declares support to local music industry his single status

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unk Xian Lim said he and Kim Chiu have very special relationship whey they agreed to keep private at the moment.

Xian and Kim’s off-screen relationship has been a subject of speculation since they became onscreen partners via the 2011 ABSCBN “My Binondo Girl.”

Asked about his romantic status during the recent launch of a skin product line, Xian said he is still single and felt blessed with

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movie and television projects resident Benigno Aquino coming up his way.

III said the government The 24-year-old Kapamilya fully supports efforts to actor added that he’s willing to boost the local music industry be paired with anyone to hone his and its integral role in Philippine versatility as an actor. culture The president graced the Pinoy Music Summit on Wednesday and learned from summit organizers the current state of the industry and its issues and problems. Artists and other members of the industry said that foreign music dominated over

National Telecommunications Commission to ensure its implementation.

He also strengthened the Optical Media Board’s anti-piracy campaign, which from 2011 to 2013 resulted local ones. The local album sales in the confiscation of pirated have also declined from P2.7 optical media products worth P3 billion in 1999 to P699 million billion in 2010 or a 75 percent drop in revenues within a decade.

For his part, Aquino cited Executive Order 255 which was signed by his mother and former president Corazon Aquino in 1987. The EO aimed to promote our own music by playing on the radio at least four Filipino songs per hour. He said he further bolstered the law by ordering the

Dubai promoter swindles Maui Taylor and Katya Santos

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ormer Viva Hot Babes members Maui Taylor and Katya Santos claimed they have been fooled by a Filipino promoter after performing in a series of shows in Dubai last week.

Taylor exposed on her Facebook account the identity of the promoter, a certain Engr.

Mardilito Daya Go, who ran off with their talent fess and return plane tickets causing them to be stranded in the United Arab Emirates for more than two days.

Taylor also reposted in her Facebook page some text messages from an unidentified

Filipino resident in Dubai who had filed an estafa case against Go and his wife for unpaid debts amounting to 900,000 dirham (P10.9 million). The messages further indicated that Go’s wife was detained by Dubai police on Monday and was facing deportation because she and her husband have been staying in Dubai illegally. Go was still at large.

The Go couple allegedly swindled other Filipino artists in the past, such as singer Gerald Santos and the Sexbomb dance group.

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with model, Mikaela LagdameoMartiez. We know Gonzalez is still on cloud nine after getting Cheska Garcia-Kramer and engaged to her boyfriend. fter dating for over 3 Congratulations JC and years, TV host Bianca her husband Doug are also there Bianca!

Gonzales, 31 and Barako to help plan the proposal along Bull’s JC Intal, 30, recently got engaged this Thursday morning at the NAIA Terminal 2. It all happened at around 4:00 in the morning before the couple’s flight to London. Intal’s parents were also there to welcome her to the family.

Gonzalez was asked to go back to the check-in counter.

There, she was surprised with a streamer containing the words “Bianca, Please Say Yes.” People then started giving her roses as Intal sang Peter Frampton’s “Baby I Love Your Way.” On Twitter, Gonzalez couldn’t hide her happiness and thanked everyone who expressed their best wishes. “My twitter mentions EXPLODED!!!! I had to get a wifi on the plane kundi mababaliw ako mag-isa!!! Haha!!

Aaah thank you everyone!!!!”

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Andrew Mayne wants to visit PHL

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merican magicianillusionist-writer Andrew Mayne said he has never been to the country and would love to visit the Philippines in his next trip.

Now considered as one of the most creative magician of his generation, Mayne revealed he knows a lot of Filipinos, among them his mentors including his head magic consultant Enrico dela Vega.

Mayne is the second youngest illusionist to embark on a world tour, next to American illusionist David Copperfield.

He has performed in resorts and luxury liners and has already visited Japan, Singapore, and China.

On April 1, Mayne will star in a new TV series titled “Don’t Trust Andrew Mayne,” to be aired via SkyCable Lifetime Channel 65. The 13-episode series will tell different kind of stories on how magic could be used in helping people solve personal problems.

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With the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Pilita Corrales show is different not to be missed!

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hat makes the difference between the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra: Pilita Corrales Show and the ordinary show, where a Filipino celebrities from Manila are featured? The big difference is that Pilita Corrales, being the first Filipino celebrity to be invited to perform with the prestigious Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, her show will be with a full orchestration by the more than 57 members of the symphony.

Unlike the other celebrity show, the singer sings with a "minus one", or sometimes, with , as we brand it, " "lip synch" or with a 4-musical piece member band.

Pilita Corrales performance on May 15, Thursday, at 8 p.m. at the Centennial Concert Hall is live!

And the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra accompanies our very own, iconic singer, Pilita Corrales!

Only in Winnipeg City, 1st Canadian city, where Pilita Corrales will sing with the symphony; and as a matter of fact, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra spent thousand of dollars to orchestra the songs of Pilita Corrales, in truth, most of the songs, even those current well known Filipino singers, their songs are not orchestrated. The songs must be orchestrated so that each symphony member must have a musical piece to perform.

And it is the pride of the Filipino community to have Asia's Queen of Songs, and who is still very active in the entertainment world, being one of the judges of the X-Factor, as a major character in the current comedy show at GMA 7; and very well received by Filipinos wherever she goes,to the United States, Canada, Asia, Australia, Europe, Middle East; and lately, as a special guest in Chicago, last valentine celebration, where she had a one-night performance.

And some say, she is already old. And some commented, "paliyad-liyad lang naman siya, at saka, matanda na!". Her brand of performance is well-known to every Filipino, her style which separates her from other Filipino entertainers.

She is an iconic Filipino celebrity.

And her age? Her voice has not changed, very original? Just like a wintage wine! And why Tony Bennett, or Tina Turner, or some old singers, in spite of their ages, they still draw crowds? Her voice still separates her from the some of the young singers. She is Pilita! And Pilita Corrales is Pilita Corrales!

Original and still loved by those who appreciate her Spanish, Visayan, Filipino and English songs especially her winning song "A Million Thanks To You" And in her Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra performance, Pilita Corrales will sing Leonard Cohen's internationally known song, "Hallelujah". a song which has become the winning musical piece by contestants in various international singing contest like the X-Factors.

Added to this is the local talent participation of the Highlights Performing Group under the mentorship and direction of Ms. Joy Laud Lazo. Highlights Performing Group, with members ages range from 6 to 19, has been the rave in Winnipeg and the latest performance

was the fundraising show "Show Philippines", to raise fund for the Haiyan typhoon victims.

I asked one of my Canadian friends if she wants to buy a ticket?

She says: "I cannot understand Filipino/". I said why do you watch opera presentation where Italian or German language is being used as a medium of the song? She smiled and she said: "Right!". I told her, Pilita Corrales has many English, Spanish, Filipino and Visayan songs!

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To watch Pilita Corrales performing with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, one of the best symphony orchestras in North America is an unforgetable experience. And you will be humbled yourself, watching Pilita Corrales, the very star in the show, you will be prouder as a Filipino.

As the Asian Journal writer writes:"If there is anybody who deserves to be called a total entertainer, it is Pilita Corrales."

In one of those comments thru social media: "Hollywood has Judy Garland, Philippines has Pilita Corrales...so glamourous, so talented, so beautiful and marvelous!" and "One of the best singer in the world is Pilita Corrales, makes me feel prouder to be a Filipino."

The proceeds of the show will be used in the various charitable initiatives by the Rosalinda Natividad Cantiveros Foundation and by the reconstruction program of HELPfund, a calamity fund of the Manitoba Council of Canadian Filipino Associations Inc. (MaCCFA).

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2014 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL Keeping warm during the deep freeze

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he deep freeze is finally over, or so we all hope.

After learning that our last winter was the second coldest on record in the last 75 years in Winnipeg, I was extremely happy to see single digit temperatures.

Bring on spring!

At -51C with the windchill, there were two things I

immediately looked for when I picked up the 2014 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL. First, did the Altima have heated seats? Yes it did. Secondly, how fast can the car warm up to make driving slightly more enjoyable in our frigid Mars-like temperatures?

Actually, there’s a third feature I was hoping the Altima

was equipped with. For many media vehicles, most of them are not equipped with factory installed remote starters. Luckily, the Altima included a remote engine starter and knowing I’d be able to come to a warm car pretty much made my entire week behind the wheel that much more enjoyable.

An even bigger bonus was the heated leather wrapped steering wheel. My hands and backend were happy with the heated features.

The remote car starter, heated seats and a heated steering wheel are definite comfort and convenience features that I thoroughly enjoyed. I could easily end my review based on those features during our long cold winter experience in Manitoba.

The Nissan Altima comes with a 3.5-litre V6 that pumps out 270hp and 251 lb-ft of torque.

This is great for highway driving or commutes into Winnipeg.

On fuel efficiency, I was able to get close to 14.1l/100kms. Fuel

economy is decent based on the approximate figures but you also have to remember the warm-up/ idling period that also played a role in the car’s overall fuel efficiency.

The Altima 3.5 SL as tested, starts at $31,898. The media vehicle included the factory installed Technology Package ($1,355) which includes a colour

navigation system, blind spot warning, lane departure warning and a moving obstacle detection system. Price as tested including freight and PDE was $34,828.

Other cars in this segment include the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Kia Optima, Mazda 6 and Passat. That’s some pretty stiff competition.

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Canadian Red Cross with Lieutenant Governor honors donors for Typhoon Haiyan fund raising

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he best of men and women comes during the time of needs, this sums up when the Canadian Red Cross, through Lieutenant Governor Philip Lee, invited the officers and members of the non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to the awarding of certificate of appreciation and reception held at the Government House recently.

This special gathering recognizes the untireless effort of the men and women who had volunteered to raise funds for the Haiyan typhoon victims in the Philippines.

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During the ceremony, Shawn Feely, Red Cross Provincial Director, said: “We at the Red Cross, are inspired by this amazing community that always rallies together to help those that are in need. The Red Cross wouldn’t be able to help those affected by disaster without support from these incredible organizations.”

The guests representing various companies and organizations from the different parts in Winnipeg and Manitoba attended the ceremony and a

reception was held after the commendation of the volunteers.

From the Filipino community, the following groups were given recognition for their efforts in raising funds for the Haiyan typhoon victims: The Manitoba Council of Canadian Filipino Associations Inc. (MaCCFA); the organizers of “SHOW FOR THE PHILIPPINES”, a fund raising concert held at the Burton Cummings Theatre; the ZUMBA Group and the Philippine Nurses Association of Manitoba. Some

The Canadian Red Cross officers with MaCCFA, from l to r: Gwendolen Eamer, Letty Antonio, adviser; Shawn Feely, Manitoba Province Red Cross Director; Anita Lee, Lt. Gov. Phillip Lee, Tony Antonio, treasurer; Clarita Nazario, secretary; Julie Javier, vice-president and Rod E. Cantiveros, president.

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Filipino-Canadians volunteers represented their companies that did the fund raising for the Red Cross.

Every guest enjoyed the food and the hospitality of the Lt. Gov. Phillip and his wife, Anita Lee and their staff at the Government House.

Other Filipino organizations and groups, namely Philippine Nurses Association of Manitoba, as represented by Alda Ruiz, ZUMBA group, Kristine Macaraeg, and the electronic company represented by Filipino employees.

Organizers of the fund raising “Show For the Philippines” at Burton Cummings with Lt. Gov. Phillip Lee, and his wife, Anita Lee; Ron Cantiveros, Donna Medina and Brenda Bourns.

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Horoscope Relationships are complicated, although connections with family are likely to strengthen in March. Buried problems can surface in partnerships, and resolving them can seem complicated. You may choose to retreat from the pressure and stress. Family and home life can improve. This is a great period for spending more time with loved ones.

Beautiful energy is with you in this period Work that you’ve always wanted might come your way. There can be educational or travel opportunities for many of you, and there can be renewed interest in, and commitment to, health improvement programs.

It’s time to pick up your sleeves and get down working this month, dear Libra. You’ll have the most success if you bring more creativity to your daily routine or work. Work matters increasingly come into focus, and you could be feeling especially competent and effective in your professional life.

Family life can be tricky at times, and you may be dealing with moodiness and resurfacing of past problems. Manage your time carefully this month. There can be a tendency to procrastinate and to avoid important responsibilities.

While March has a complicated energy attached to it, dear Taurus, there are some bright spots. On social and mental levels, there is good energy for pleasant times and opportunities. Reviving old interests is possible now.

Finances can receive a nice boost. It’s a good time for filing taxes, budgeting, and applying for loans if necessary. You are certainly in a more reclusive phase of your life generally speaking, but this month, you are likely to be feeling less weighed down by health problems.

Although there is tricky energy with us this month, dear Scorpio, it can also be a whole lot of fun at times. Romantic opportunities abound all month. Getting in touch with your “inner child” is easy now.

Financial, work, and practical matters improve in March, dear Aquarius. You have a good sense for how much to invest and where. Conditions are favorable for raises, loans, support, and taxes.

You’re gaining a good amount of respect professionally and in your community this month. Self-esteem is improved - some of the problems you encountered last month will clear up or concern you less.

You are growing towards a more spiritual or idealistic approach to your relationships and this is especially prominent this month. Watch that you don’t put too much faith in something that is no longer viable, or give so much that you forget your own needs in the process.

There is a lot of charm in your manner and in the ways you communicate this month, dear Sagittarius, but you’re keeping a lot to yourself in this rather introspective month. Family life appeals greatly now, and you’re in need of feeling secure and safe.

There is a lot going on behind the scenes. Some of you could be struggling with addictions, fears, and unusual desires.

Watch your money closely. Lending and borrowing may not bring desired results at this time. A favorable negotiation or agreement benefits you around the 22-26.

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Quezon Province Association of Manitoba (QPAM) turns volunteerism into community work at Winnipeg Harvest

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big score has attained by the officers, advisers and members of the Quezon Province Association of Manitoba when they volunteered at the Winnipeg Harvest where at the same time, took an oath of office after sorting out the bulk of onions and potatoes, ready to be given to the needy.

Led by the current QPAM president, Maggie Chan-Urbano, the officers, advisers, and members raced to the Winnipeg Harvest in spite of the frigid weather as their warm hearts and social conscience guided them to help others, the volunteer work had become a part of their purpose to take their oath of office.

"We want to experience helping other people, and through this volunteerism, we would like

to inspire our group to be involved with the Winnipeg Harvest, and instead of the usual dinner-dance oath taking ceremony, we will use our efforts and time to help sort out food and supplies for the users of this food giving organization," Maggie Chan-Urbano said.

"I am enjoying this work, let us volunteer again," Leah Enverga-Magsino, one of the advisers, said with a smile while sorting out potatoes from the large bin.

The current officers of QPAM include: Maggie ChanUrbano,president; Oly Merluza, vice president, internal affairs; Rowena Arquero, vice president, external affairs; Norman Padilla, secretary; Glenda Relis, asst. secretary; Khristina Andrade, treasurer; Ferdinand Profeta,

asst. treasurer; Eduardo Aquino, Sarmiento, and Alden Novalasca, Leah Magsino-Enverga, Fe auditor; Rodolfo Aguilar, asst. board of directors; Rod E, Cahatol, Nattie Aquino and Jun auditor; Eddie Revilla, Anthony Cantiveros, Normita Cymbalisty, Manzanilla, advisers.

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Oath taking held at the sorting department at Winnipeg Harvest,from l to r: Maggie Chan-Urbano, president; Oly Merluza, vice-president, internal; Rowena Arquero, vice president, external; Glenda Relis, asst. secretary; Khristy Andrade, treasurer; Eddie Revilla, pro; Alden Novalasca, director; Ed Aquino, auditor; Pipo Sarmiento, director; Anjoh Maling, pro; Kim and Jonah, volunteer coordinator, Winnipeg Harvest. Not in photo: Norman Padilla, secretary; Rodolfo Aguilar, asst. auditor; Mandy Habito, director; and Bong Profeta, asst. treasurer.

QPAM’s volunteers were all smiles after sorting out potatoes and onions, front, from l to r: Maggie Chan-Urbano, Fe Cahatol, Leah Enverga-Magsino, Nattie Aquino, Kim, WH staff; ;back row, Alden Novalasca, Mannie Aquino, Anjoh Maling, Jonah (WH staff); Eddie Revilla, Khristy Andrade, Glenda Relis, Rowena Arquero, Jenny Novalasca, Jun Arquero, Rolly ( a new member), Oly Merluza, Ed Aquino, Pipo Sarmiento Mannie Aquino and Rod Cantiveros.

Instructions were given by Kim, as QPAM volunteers listened.

Packaging the potatoes and onions, Eddie Revilla and Anjoh Maling saw to it that the boxes were properly packed!

Volunteers in action: Leah Enverga-Magsino, Oly Merluza, Mannie & Nattie Aquino, Precy Merluza, Glenda Relis, Maggie Chan-Urbano, Khristy Andrade, Jenny Novalesca did well to sort out the best of the crops!

Rod E. Cantiveros, Maggie Chan-Urbano and Khristy Andrade worked hard to make sure the sorting was properly done.

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artists resulted in what many music listeners regard now as musical artefacts.

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fter coming out of the Olympic break with two straight wins, the Winnipeg Jets looked like a confident team that would be challenging for a wildcard berth into the playoffs. Five of their next seven games would be played at home and it looked like an opportune time to surge in the standings. However, the Jets lost seven of their last nine games and have seen their playoff chances all but slip away.

The New York Islanders came into the MTS Centre without star forward John Tavares. Andrew Ladd scored twice for Winnipeg including an equalizer in the third period forcing the game into overtime. Michael Grabner gave New York the win on a breakaway in overtime beating Ondrej Pavelec.

The game was not the only thing the Jets would lose as Mark Scheifele suffered a knee a knee injury that would sit him out 6-8 weeks.

After a heartbreaking loss, the Los Angeles Kings used a suffocating style of play to beat the Jets 3-1. Kenora product, Mike Richards scored the game winner for the Kings.

An all-Canadian battle with the Ottawa Senators was up next for Winnipeg. Dustin Byfuglien had a goal and an assist but it wasn’t enough as Sens netminder Craig Anderson was stellar in a 5-3 win, stopping 46 of 49 shots Winnipeg shots.

After three straight home losses, the Jets travelled to Colorado to battle the Avalanche. Byfuglien led the way once again scoring two second period goals but Matt Duchene scored in overtime to break the hearts of Jets fans. Pavelec stopped 33 shots in the Jets 3-2 loss.

The Jets faced another team in a recent funk in the Vancouver Canucks.

Andrew Ladd and Michael Frolik both scored for the Jets but former Manitoba Moose Alex Burrows scored twice sending the game into a shootout. Neither team could find the back of the net until Canucks Chris Higgins deked out Pavelec to give the Canucks a 3-2 win.

After the game, coach Paul Maurice talked about the lack of production from his star players.

“It’s the standard of every game. Eventually those guys got to

scores goals and produce offensive numbers,” Maurice quipped.

The New York Rangers didn’t make anything easier for the Jets.

With the Jets up 2-1 early in the game, Carl Hagelin lifted New York to a 4-2 win thanks in part to his three goal performance. Pavelec left the game due to a lower body injury forcing Al Montoya to be the starter going forward.

Winnipeg snapped their six game losing streak beating dominating the Dallas Stars 7-2.

Byfuglien had two goals and an assist and Blake Wheeler had four helpers. One night later, the Jets were in tough taking on the NHL’s best team in the St Louis Blues. The Jets fought hard until the very end but David Backes scored twice in the third period to lift the Blues to a 3-1 win in a fight filled affair.

In a back and forth affair with the Colorado Avalanche, Andrew Ladd scored twice and Blake Wheeler added two assists and scored the overtime winner to get the Jets an exciting 5-4 win to the delight of the hometown crowd.

With just 11 games left on the schedule, the Jets will need to stay in the win column as they sit four points out of the final playoff spot and cannot afford to go on another losing streak.

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(On My Recommended Albums through the Decades) Part Two: 1970s

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n the last issue, I featured my top picks from albums that were released in the 1960s.

One of the primary commonalities among those albums was the lushness and complexity of the arrangements, instrumentation, and

Classical music and older uncles who listened to Progressive Rock), I naturally gravitated towards any album that bears these musical characteristics.

In the 1970s, I simply got drawn to bands whose music just followed

recording production. Because of having developed as early as when I was a child this personal penchant for well-structured music (thanks to grandparents who listened to

the path of their predecessors from the previous decade. Here are 13 of my most favorite albums released in the 1970s, when the artistic, creative, and literary juices of many

Caravan - In the Land of Grey and Pink (1971) Bread - Guitar Man (1972) Roxy Music - Roxy Music (1972) Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery (1973) Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells (1973) Yes - Tales from Topographic Oceans (1973) America - Holiday (1974) John Denver - Back Home Again (1974) Gentle Giant - Free Hand (1975) Camel - The Snow Goose (1975) Rush - Fly by Night (1975) Television - Marquee Moon (1977) The B-52’s - The B-52’s (1979) Most of my choices from the 1970s belong to the genre Progressive Rock—aside from a few less complex releases (Bread, America, Jon Denver, Television, and The B-52’s)—because of my admitted fascination for complex music. The inclusion of Television and The B-52’s foreshadowed my eventual gravitation to New Wave and Postpunk, which became my most favorite genres of music.

Bread, America, and John Denver reveal my taste for also laidback, Folk-rooted, acoustic-guitar-based, and sentimental balladry. Among these albums, Brain Salad Surgery, Tubular Bells, and Tales from Topographic Oceans prove to be the most challenging to appreciate especially for those who don’t regularly listen to instrumental music, because each of these three albums are comprised by lengthy instrumental pieces.

Final Note Listening to all these albums never fail to lift my spirits and to inspire my creative mind.

Nevertheless, these are just my Top 13 picks from the 1970s. Many equally great bands and albums had to be shortlisted.

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ne weekend complete and two more weekends to go. It's March Madness at the PBA with three straight weekends of division championships to close off the 2013-2014 season. The Tykes, Bantam Junior and Women's

Open finals are in the books for another season. On March 23, the finals and third place games take place for Peewee, Bantam, and Midget Divisions. Semifinals games are also set for 32+ and 48+ Divisions. The final Sunday on March 30 will feature

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the championship games for the Juvenile, 32+, 39+ and 48+ Divisions.

For updates and playoff announcements, please make sure to check the PBA Winnipeg website at pba-wpg.net.

Tykes Division

Champions: Winnipeg Legacy

3rd Place: Blizzard

4th Place: Fury

Ladies Open Division

2nd Place: Jr Alliance

2nd Place: Manitoba Magic

4th Place: Loralee

3rd Place: Perfect Smile

Champions: Winnipeg Spirit Grey

2nd Place: Blizzard

3rd Place: Winnipeg Spirit Gold

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4th Place: Pride Girls

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PBA Event Announcements PBA WINNIPEG 2014 CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES: March 16, 23 & 30, 2014 @ Garden City Collegiate

FBA-NA BUD SPUD & STEAKS & PBA WINNIPEG GOLF TOURNAMENT AWARDS NIGHT: When: Saturday August 9, 2014 at 6:30pm. Where: Lincoln PBA AWARDS NIGHT & FBA- Hotel @ McPhillips. Tickets: NA FUNDRAISING: Bud Spud $20.00 & Steaks. When: Saturday April 12, 2014 @ 6:00pm. Where: FBA-NA LABOUR DAY Lincoln Hotel at McPhillips. INTER-CITY 2014: August 30Tickets: $20.00 31, 2014 @ Windsor, Ontario.

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PBA WPG FILIPINOCANADIAN INVITATIONAL B A S K E T B A L L TOURNAMENT MENS OPEN DIVISION - MAY 17 & 18, 2014. Guaranteed prize Money: $3000 - Champion, $500 Runner-up. Allowed 1 import - 6'4 or under. FIBA rules applied.

Contact: Manny Aranez at 204294-7931 email jamesarnes19@ hotmail.com; John Medina @ 204899-8011 email johnmed1na@ yahoo.com; or Rob Adelantar @ 204-293-1708 email radelantar@ gmail.com PBA WINNIPEG B A S K E T B A L L TOURNAMENT: JUNE 20-22, 2014 @ Garden City Collegiate.

All Divisions Welcome Photos by Ron Cantiveros | FIlipino Journal

PBA WINNIPEG OLF TOURNAMENT: August 9, 2014 @ Kildonan Golf Course

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Say hello to our newest MFBC members MFBC Member Profile

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short presentation to place during the annual MFBC held on February 26 at the Hilton welcome the newest batch Canada Revenue Agency seminar Winnipeg Airport Suites Hotel. of MFBC members took

New members along with MFBC Executive, From left to right, Jon Reyes, MFBC President; Sean Lacap, Lacap Developments; Michael Klein, Klein Computer Service; Robert Klassen, Quality Living Network; Rachel Silva, Quality Living Network; Fely Silvestre, Justin's Tax Service; Lotis Vailas, RE/MAX professionals; Marissa Pili, MGP Financial Services Ltd.; Sheila Tan, dierbe Vegan Soaps, Organic Skin Care & More; Jackie Doming, Digital Ink Creative and Hipolito Alibin Jr., CGA, Blueprint Global Partners

Valen Vergara New Network Joint Venture Corp.

Valen Vergara is the author of Gold Mind™: Change Your Thinking, Change The World And Make History, and the Co-Creator of The Thought Authorities™, a world-class coaching enterprise for modern social entrepreneurs.

Valen is one of a select few entrepreneurial experts in North America chosen as a cast member in the movie Game Changer, a documentary about increasing performance in business and life through the delivery of advanced, practical and implementable strategies.

Valen is the Founding Director for The Worldwide Expedition for Peace & Truth Project Inc. (WEPT). The WEPT Project promotes social entrepreneurship for the express purpose of fundraising for humanitarian aid & development projects.

Valen is the Vice President & Chief Executive Officer at Now Network Joint Ventures Corp (NNJV). NNJV specializes in real-estate joint ventures and business-toconsumer marketing. He is the President of Millionaire Mastermind Alliance™, a membership-based, mastermind network that employs executive coaching, moving entrepreneurs towards high-end performance.

In brief, Valen is an award winning social entrepreneur, author, investor, speaker and executive coach. His life's work is centered on mentoring, empowering and investing in the field of human potential.

Interests: •Economic Empowerment •Community Economic Development •Poverty Alleviation •PhilanthropyGlobal Citizenship

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Valen Vergara Vice President & CEO, Now Network Joint Ventures Corp.

Other Affiliations: •The Quantum Of Light Academy Of Significance, President, Campus Of Winnipeg, Manitoba •Strategic Property Investors Network (SPIN), Active Member & Investor, Winnipeg, Manitoba •Manitoba Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder FASD Network, Member, Manitoba •Men Mobilizing Against Human Trafficking, Member, Manitoba •World Trade Centre, Base Member, Winnipeg, Manitoba Valen joined the MFBC because he believes economic empowerment is the ultimate exercise in democracy.

"You vote once a year in elections, but when you make the decision to be a part of organizations like the MFBC, you vote each and every day about the kind community, city and country you want to live in!"

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#Limited time lease offers based on new 2014 Honda models. Lease examples based on a new 2014 Civic DX, model FB2E2EEX/2014 CR-V LX 2WD, model RM3H3EES, available through Honda Financial Services on approved credit. £1.99%/1.99% lease APR for 60/60 months. Bi-weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $85.00/$135.00. Down payment of $0/$0, environmental fees, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $11,050/$17,550. Taxes, license, insurance, environmental fees and registration are extra. 120,000/120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. Retailer may lease for less. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. ‡MSRP is $17,185/$27,685 for a new 2014 Civic DX, model FB2E2EEX/2014 CR-V LX 2WD, model RM3H3EES, and includes $1,495/$1,695 freight and PDI. Taxes, license, insurance, environmental fees and registration are extra. Retailer may sell or lease for less. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. #/£/‡ Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $52.76 and lien registering agent’s fee of $5.25, which are both due at time of delivery. Offers valid from March 1, 2014 through March 31, 2014 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for Manitoba residents at Honda Dealers of Manitoba locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit CrownHonda.ca, WinnipegHonda.ca or see Crown Honda or Winnipeg Honda for full details.

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