Filipino Journal Manitoba Edition Mar. 20 - Apr. 05, 2018

MARCH 20-APRIL 5, 2019 | VOL 33 NO 06

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

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Anne Kulit: Touched by “madlang” Winnipeg After two successful concerts, Annebisyosa in 2012 and Annekapal in 2014, Anne Curtis performed in Winnipeg what she promised (in the title itself) to be her last concert, AnneKulit: Promise last na ‘to. It was the show that celebrated her 21 years in show business last August 2018 and got the Araneta big dome in uproar with its spectacular production.

Here in Winnipeg, the Fil-Aussie actress got a standing ovation which made her emotional, thanking the madlang Winnipeg for their love.

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NOT EVEN A SIGH AS PEOPLE RESPOND TO THE CHARGES Man fueled by meth charged with second-degree murder

By Rod Cantiveros

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sked about the reaction on the charges laid against Ronald Bruce Chubb with a second-degree murder, attempted murder and failure to comply with probation, the common denominator of the answer is single, rapid and ballistic: 'he will be prosecuted and

incarcerated and then given freedom again to roam the community to kill again!'

"Yes, he will be back again to steal another life, the same way what he did for Jimboy who has many ambition and life, so young to die, this man has stolen his bright future," said by a kababayan who

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does not want to be named.

"And this city is unsafe with these people who are known to the police and yet given the chance to kill again. The justice system sucks!"

Based on the court record, Chubb has fetal alcohol spectrum continued on page 5 â–ş

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PARAC aims for a much safer City of Winnipeg

By Rod Cantiveros

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t the height of the brutal slaying of Jaime Adao, Jr,, known in the Filipino community as Jimboy, coupled by the increasing homicide cases and the soaring fear to the near methamphetamine epidemic in the City of Winnipeg, the 204 Neighbourhood Watch led by Leila Castro expanded its community initiative by supporting People’s Active Response Against

Crime (PARAC), a Winnipeg based community service oriented individual who unites in order to achieve and have a safe and peaceful environment.

As of this writing, there are now five chapters, namely, the West End, the North End, Maples & Keewatin, East and West Kildonan with a more than 1.8k members.

“It is overwhelming that a massive number of people have expressed interest to be involved.

It is good that we have 204 Filipino

Marketplace, a social media group that served as a very good communication platforms, leading to the formation of 204 Neighbourhood Watch, our initiative to be on the street for two years patrolling some areas in the City of Winnipeg. And when we formed PARAC, its 1st chapter is in the West End, right away we are able to schedule a meeting, get a venue and invite a representative of the West End Watch to join. Since last week, PARAC West End has gone a

long way in terms of knowing your Kapitbahay (neighbours) and setting the plans by taking care of their own community. Other PARAC chapters have been active and I am happy that the members are working hard to make our city safer to live and to raise a family, “ said Leila Castro.

And in the aftermath of the killing of the Tech- Voc student, Jaime Adao, Jr., last March 3 at their continued on page 5 ►

Community Round Table # 2 panelists Attorney Amado Claros, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Constable Maria Budahan, Patrol Sergeant Phil Penner, MLA Ted Marcelino, Community Relations Services

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PARAC aims for a much safer... home in McGee St, two forums were held to discuss the crime situation in the City of Winnipeg and to calm down the on-going fears among the Filipino families in the community.

“The forums we have had were, in a way, an assessment of the capabilities of the government officials we elected, to challenge them to do better; to let the members of our community know the law of engagement with the police authorities and our rights in the role of law and how we protect ourselves,” explained Castro. She added that being one of the administrators of 204 Filipino Marketplace, seeing the correlated incidents posted by the members about break-ins, seeing many drug paraphernalia in their patrolling and reading the crime news, she believed that the city we live is not safe especially the worsening meth crises.

With PARAC as a community initiative to look after the safety of our community, Castro reacted to the so-called “Revolving Door Justice” system when criminals go to prisons and then released to live again in the community: “We are stating an initiative towards wider conversation and to unify people to challenge the flaws in the law and the systems if terms of if they indeed protecting the people or they are making Manitoba as a haven for members of the community committing and repeating crimes. The current law seems to be tolerant and not serving the purpose to deterrent crime. At present, the community is starting to experience the effects of the worsening meth crisis resulting in numerous random attacks and even death. The long waiting time (4 months backlog) in the addiction treatment centre makes the situation even worse.”

“It is painful that it was the tragic death of an innocent child that prompted the Filipino community to

call for a change. We feel that both the system and the law failed the boy. We are all crying justice for Jimboy,” expressed Castro.

There is one Main PARAC Facebook page and 5 chapters created with the following FB pages.

1. WEST END https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1717170658384078/ 2. NORTH END https://www.facebook.com/ groups/304344826943825/ 3. MAPLES & KEEWATIN https://www.facebook.com/ groups/2288813144497721/ 4. EAST KILDONAN https://www.facebook.com/ groups/341074833281980/ 5. WEST KILDONAN https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1219664314871312/ Everyone is welcome to join. Just comment and someone from the group will add you.

Personal Safety In The Home

By Winnipeg Police Service Many people operate under the assumption that concerns for personal safety apply only to someone who is away from the comfort of his or her home. A person should not take anything for granted when it comes to their safety.

IT’S IMPORTANT TO BE AWARE OF YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IN ALL SITUATIONS, INCLUDING THE HOME • Keep doors and windows secure at all times.

• Only open the door when it is safe to do so.

SERVICE AND DELIVERY PEOPLE • Place a peephole in the door.

• Verify person’s reason for attendance.

• Ask for proper identification.

• Consider contacting the organization/company to confirm/ verify delivery time.

• Consider contacting the organization/company to schedule an appointment.

• Be sure to utilize reputable and reliable companies.

STRANGERS AT THE DOOR • It is common practice for a burglar to knock first to see if anyone is home.

• Verify the persons reason for attendance.

• If you are uncomfortable with their attendance, stay calm and tell them to leave.

• If they refuse to leave advise them that you are calling police.

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"I have been calling my son my family and friends. Even some

Not even a sigh as people.. who works at night to keep safe," of my friends have been asking if disorder, has a lengthy history of theft and break-and-enter convictions and has been in and out of jail.

And this the so-called "Revolving Door Justice" and this gives the members of the community from those who have been in and out of jail, roaming around the community and probably to commit another crime and destroy lives.

As everyone in the community is growing in fear, as homicides having a fiesta in the many parts of the city, families are trying to find ways to be safe. Many have been getting paranoid, that even a slight shadow, or any person lurking around in their vicinity as a sign of a new crime. Even installing CCTV, or making the door safe from home invasion or being armed to protect the members of the family.

According to the report, Winnipeg Free Press, March 19, 2019), it reported that there are 10 homicides, almost double compared with the same time last year. By this time last year, there had only four killings in the city, according to the Winnipeg Police Service statistics. The five most recent homicides happened in the West End, North End and the downtown.

another senior said. "He goes to work at night and I am scared and nervous, I do not want to suffer what the parents of Jaime Adao have been experiencing today. I can't image what will happen to me. I can't sleep after these many killings."

Jimmy Adao, 17, and a promising culinary students at Tech-Voc, who was attacked and killed by the alleged assailant, has been working with his parents, Jaime Adao Sr. and Imelda Adao, owners of Jimel's Bakery in Bannatayne and in Stafford. Jimboy as he was known to many, planned to pursue his culinary plan at the Red River Collage.

"And now, Chubb stole his dream." as one facebooks comment after the news of the charges became viral.

“With so many crimes happening in the city, I am gripped with fear for

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they can buy a house and live in Winnipeg, We are all affected by the rash of homicide cases, the illeffect of the meth epidemic, but I told them, have faith in God,” said Maggie Chan-Urbano, president of QPAM. “With the escalating homicide cases in the becoming “NarcoCity” of Winnipeg, no one is safe now where everyone’s life is at risk including our peace-keeping officers. Maybe the best thing we could do is to take care of our family first, look after their safety of our own abode, and it’s about time for all the citizens and the community organizations to work hand-inhand with the authorities and for our government and lawmakers to revisit and amend our laws,” said Ernesto Nicolas Ofiaza, Jr., founding president of the Filipino Music and Arts Association of Canada Inc.

APARTMENT/CONDO SAFETY Remember the front door of your apartment/condo block is the front door of your residence.

• Never allow anyone that you do not know into the building.

• Lock/secure doors, windows and lockers.

• Do not identify yourself on the call board.

• Do not enter an elevator if you are suspicious of the occupants.

• Report suspicious people loitering.

TELEPHONE SAFETY Be cautious when speaking to someone on the phone, as you cannot confirm their true identity. They could be a fraudster.

• If a caller refuses to identify him or herself to you – hang up.

• Do not give out any personal information to anyone. This includes credit card or banking info.

• Do not divulge that you are home alone.

• If you are receiving annoying or harassing telephone calls, hang up and activate the call trace feature (*57). Document the date, time and nature of the calls and assemble a record of calls before contacting the police.

• Notify the police immediately if the calls are threatening in nature.

SAFETY TIPS TO REMEMBER • Keep sightlines clear – trim trees and shrubs to prevent a place to hide.

• Lighting can be an effective deterrent for criminals: ▪ use motion lights on the exterior ▪ use timers inside your home to give appearance someone is home • Change locks upon moving into a new residence.

• Keep doors locked even when you are home or in your yard.

• Include children in your safety plan.

• Get to know your neighbours.

• Be aware of suspicious activity and look out for each other.

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Garden City gets crafty with two new national brands, Michael’s and Bulk Barn slated to open in 2019

2019 Red River Ex Main Stage lineup

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he evolution of Garden City continues with the announcement that two national brands will join the existing retailers. Michaels, North America's largest specialty provider of arts, crafts, and seasonal décor, and Bulk Barn, Canada’s largest bulk food retailer, have each confirmed they will join the shopping centre in 2019.

The two retailers will move into the space formerly occupied by Sears as the area is subdivided into six units.

“Garden City has always been a place for communities and families to gather and we are expanding our offerings to accommodate a broader range of tenants,” says Rebecca Hyatt, Property Manager, RioCan Winnipeg. “The introduction of Michaels positions Garden City as a destination for the maker and do-it-yourself home decorators.

We are also excited to welcome Bulk Barn, who is relocating to

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The Red River Ex runs June 14-23. All concerts are FREE with gate admission.

Saturday, June 15: Scott Helman with special guest The Treble Sunday, June 16: Bif Naked with special guest Amadians Monday, June 17: David James with special guest Leaving Thomas Tuesday, June 18: Trooper Wednesday, June 19: Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Thursday, June 20: Jess Moskaluke with special guest Kendra Kay Friday, June 21: Doc Walker Saturday, June 22: Crash Test Dummies Sunday, June 23: Starbound Youth Talent Show finals at 7 p.m.

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Garden City Shopping Centre and expanding their location to better accommodate the rising demand in the area. There’s a growing community of DIY enthusiasts in Winnipeg that fits seamlessly with what Michaels and Bulk Barn offer” adds Hyatt.

The addition of the two retailers represents nearly 28,000 square feet of retail space at Garden City.

They will join the new-to-Winnipeg Filipino-focused grocer, Seafood City Supermarket., Seafood City Supermarket is scheduled to open this summer and Michaels and Bulk Barn are slated to open in the fall.

“For more than 45 years, Garden City has been the go-to shopping destination for the North West of Winnipeg. The changes we are making to our tenant mix and retail experience reflect the needs of the community. With these latest additions, we’re striking a balance between food, family, wellness, fashion and convenience and setting the property up for long term growth,” says Hyatt.

All concerts are at 8 pm except the Starbound Youth Talent Show.

Advance gate tickets are just $12 (reg. $15). That ticket gets you in to see all of the concerts, animals, attractions and activities. Pay-One-Price wristbands (purchased in advance) are just $39 (reg. $45) and provide you with all the midway rides you can ride PLUS gate admission. Buy it in advance and save lots of money. Kids six and under are always FREE. Advance tickets are now available online at redriverex.com and will be available at Giant Tiger, Safeway, Sobeys and Circle K (formerly Mac’s) by mid-May. More info at redriverex.com.

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Interview with Minister of Immigration Ahmed Hussen

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ast week, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship was in Winnipeg and the Filipino Journal was privileged to chat with the him to get updates on the current immigration programs which are beneficial to the Filipino community being one of the country’s rapidly increasing immigrant demographics.

FJ: Any updates on the spousal sponsorship program?

AH: As you know, it’s the government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his leadership that fixed the spousal program. Spouses were kept apart before for years. The process would take too long. It was complex. We simplified the process. And now, the vast majority of the spousal sponsorships take 12 months or less. So I'm happy to hear that within the Filipino community, just like many other communities, spousal sponsorship is going very well. Family reunification is really important to us. And just so you know, a lot of the changes we've made to improve the system came from Canadians themselves. They are the ones who told us what needed to be fixed. So if this is a proposal that many members of the community feel that we should look at, I'm happy to look at any proposals that they bring forward.

So I would encourage them to inform us on what they envision to be that change.

FJ: The temporary foreign workers recent changes indicated that you have 2000 new spots. Don't you think that number is too low?

AH: Well, it’s a start. And by the way, it's 2000 principal applicants plus their families so you’re talking about higher number than 2000.

Secondly, in January, I announced Canada’s first ever Rural and Northern Immigration program, the first in its kind for many years. That will also allow further 2,750 principal applicants plus their families to come to Canada and a lot of them can be recruited from the existing temporary foreign workers pool.

Finally, the provincial nominee program is expanding. We, the

federal government, every year we've been in office, we’ve introduced high immigration level that has allowed us to also increase the spaces in the provincial nominee program by 33%. So some of the temporary foreign workers will also be made permanent through that stream, because there's more spots. The rural and also the 2000 spots and we’re always talking to the industry. There are a number of industries including the meat cutters and the mining industry and others who've asked us to also do a little bit more. So we're talking to them to see how we can help them as well. And a lot of that will come again from the temporary foreign workers.

FJ: Anything being done to expedite or assist the professional immigrants so that they can obtain equivalency of their profession back home and be able to use their skills and experience in finding jobs that will optimize their qualifications.

AH: As you know, the professional bodies that regulate these professions like doctors, nurses, lawyers, engineers are under the province’s provincial jurisdiction. The provinces are responsible for these bodies so the Government of Canada, we don't have direct jurisdiction over the regulatory bodies. Having said that, I can tell you that a lot of professional bodies have really moved to address this issue, some haven’t. But the problem is much less prominent as it was many years ago. In terms of what else can we do, in the ways that the Government of Canada can do something about this, we have.

We have introduced a strategy in 2017 called the targeted employment for newcomers. It's focused on professional newcomers and it’s to help them with all the other obstacles that are beyond the regulatory body like providing them income support so that they can sit for the exams, loans so that they can pay for the books, they can pay for the exam, they can pay for the application fees. And when they finish, and they get licensed, the other hurdle is people say to them, you don't have any Canadian work experience. So

we're actually paying them to get that Canadian work experience. And there’s mentorship, job matching system. So it’s very holistic and comprehensive strategy. I urge you to look at it, $27.5 million targeted employment strategy for newcomers.

FJ: For parents and grandparents program, any specific updates that we can update our community?

AH: Yes. I just want to sort of tell you where we were and where we are now. When we got into office there were only 5000 spaces to sponsor parents and grandparents for the whole year. So, our team, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the time he wasn’t a prime minister yet, promised that if we get elected, we will double that number from 5000 to 10,000. We kept that promise.

And then this year I doubled that number again from 10,000 to 20,000.

As you know, the program is very popular. We took 27,000 applications ( to account for duplicates and other things). Even with that, it's a very popular program with higher immigration levels projected next year, the year after that, I can certainly tell you that it's very reasonable to expect that the program continue to increase, but the demand is just too high. So what I always tell people just try again next year, and the ones who didn't get this year, they can try again next year, or they can use the super visa program which allows them to bring their parent or grandparent for periods of time for up to two years.. But we are very sensitive to family reunification.

We’ve increased four times, and any opportunity to make it even better we will certainly do that.

Caregivers? Caregivers used to wait 5 – 7 years to sponsor their families.

We have brought that time down to 12 months. The backlog is finished now. And my promise was I was going to finish 80% of the backlog, we did 94%. So there’s only 6% left and we will finish that.

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World Kidney Day March 14th Kidney disease may not be top of mind for most Manitobans, but one in 10 Manitobans are living with kidney disease. In fact, Manitoba leads the country in rates of endstage kidney disease. When kidneys stop working, life-sustaining dialysis or a kidney transplant is needed to stay alive.

We want Manitobans to know about kidney disease, before they get sick. A doctor can find out how your kidneys are doing through blood and urine tests done at regular, yearly check-ups. For many, early diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease can help delay or prevent kidney failure and the need for dialysis.

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Take a kidney quiz and use the risk checklist to find out how you might be impacted by kidney disease.

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Malacañang to deport ICC prosecutors

Presidential Spokesman Salvador Panelo said prosecutors from the International Criminal Court (ICC) will be deported if they enter the Philippines to investigate allegations of extrajudicial killings in President Rodrigo Duterte’s war on drugs.

Panelo however could not cite a domestic law as the basis of the government in deporting staff from the ICC. He said the Bureau of Immigration could turn prosecutors away if they say they are

investigating the government and interfering with the sovereignty of the country. The country’s withdrawal from the ICC took effect on Sunday, a year after the government served its notice of withdrawal from the Rome Statute to the United Nations.

This makes the Philippines the second country to pull out from the only war crimes tribunal in the world after Burundi canceled its ICC membership in 2017.

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Duterte signs law abolishing Road Board

President Rodrigo Duterte signed Republic Act 11239 or “An Act Abolishing the Road Board and providing for the disposition of the Motor Vehicle User’s Charge Collections”.

Under the new law, MVUC will be “remitted to the National Treasury under a special account in the General Fund.” A Congressional Oversight Committee, composed of five members each from the House of Representatives and the Senate, was also created to monitor the funds.

The President had earlier called for the abolition of the graft-ridden Road Board. The law was signed on March 8 but was released to the media only on Tuesday.

ICC says prelim inquiry continues despite PH withdrawal The preliminary examination into President Rodrigo Duterte’s antidrug crackdown will continue notwithstanding the Philippines’ withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

This was disclosed by ICC prosecutor Fatou Bensouda who stressed the court continues to have jurisdiction over the possible crime against humanity committed during the period the Philippines was a state party to the statute. He cited Article 127.2 of the Statute which was the prior ICC judicial ruling in the situation in Burundi.

The Philippines was a party to the court’s Rome Statute from November 1, 2011 to March 16, 2019.

Malacañang has argued that the Philippines has never been a party to the Rome Statute, saying

it should have been published in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation like a regular law. But publication in the Official Gazette is not among the steps in the treaty making process cited by the 2005 Supreme Court decision in Pimentel vs. Office of the Executive Secretary. Publication is also not among the requirements listed in "Philippine Treaty Law and Practice” and Executive Order No. 459, Providing For The Guidelines In The Negotiation of International Agreements and Its Ratification.

PAGASA says PH now approaching dry season

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) says the days will begin to last longer and nights get shorter after Thursday’s vernal equinox.

According to PAGASA, vernal equinox is an astronomical event that marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere and autumn in the southern hemisphere.

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In the Philippines, days following the vernal equinox mark longer daytime and shorter nighttime. It will also begin to feel more like summer due to longer exposure under the sun. As the northeast monsoon or “amihan” season ends on the third or last week of March, PAGASA may declare the official onset of dry season in the country. Last year, it was s declared on April 10.

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ANNE CURTIS GOT EMOTIONAL IN WINNIPEG ANNE CURTIS GOT EMOTIONAL IN CONCERT CONCERT WINNIPEG

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t’s Showtime host Anne Curtis got emotional in her Winnipeg concert last March 17 at the Centennial Concert Hall after getting a standing ovation from the audience. She particularly posted on her Instagram account that it was one of her favourite moments from her (concert) tour. The cellphone flashlights being waved by the crowd during the concert was like a sky filled with pretty stars, she added. She said that touring is fun but it can really be tiring and it is the love of the audience that keeps her going.

But before Anne got emotional towards the end of the show, it was a pure fun night as she playfully performed with swanky costumes which were styled by Liz Uy’s Stylized Studio and Pam Quinones’ Qurator when the show was launched last year.

She was joined by Billy Crawford, Katrina Velarde, Chad Kinis, G-Force as her guests and Louie Ocampo as her musical director.

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The 22nd season of WAAY Basketball wrapped up last weekend at Gordon Bell High School. Here are the championship results from each division.

PEEWEE 13U DIVISION

1st Place (Red) Coach: Eric Fernandez MVP: ANTHONY CONTRERAS 3rd Place (Grey) Coach: Char Walker 2nd Place (Blue) Coaches: Chris Manahan, Bryan Illicito, Arnold Dayrit

TYKES 11U DIVISION

1st Place (White) Coaches: TJ Sawatzky and Jeff Alvaira MVP: JOAQUIN ALVAIRA 2nd Place (Black) Coach: RJ Domingo 3rd Place (Yellow) Coach: Jonnel Gravador and Jho Tabirao

JR TYKES 9U DIVISION

1st Place (Teal) Coaches: Vergel Ibero and Carlo Armedilla 2nd Place (Purple) Coaches: Redgie Daquis and Don Barnet 3rd Place (White) Coaches: Jon Quiogue and Nick Almonte MVP: RYLE DOMINGO

BANTAM 16U DIVISION

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As WAAY closes out its 22nd year as a basketball league, the following committee members have decided to retire after numerous years of dedication and volunteering in the league.

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Indonesia’s TV to air own Manager says Maine Mendoza not version of ‘It’s Showtime’ moving to ABS-CBN Indonesia’s MNC TV will be airing its own version of ABSCBN’s noontime show “It’s Showtime”.

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In his Facebook account, Rams David also rebuffed rumors that the Kapuso actress was suspended and thrown out from the celebrated noontime show. The buzz was fueled by a tweet from Entertainment Uptake’s Twitter account. Maine and Alden Richards form the phenomenal love team AlDub of "Eat Bulaga's” “Juan For All, All For Juan" segment as Yaya Dub.

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In a met up with the entertainment press shortly after he resigned as Deputy Administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration or OWWA, he explained that his main reason for leaving the government is his personal problems at home. He also needs a job that can make him earn more, to have more time for his child Sofia, and to care for his father who has 4th stage prostate cancer. The 55-year-old comedian and former TV host however said he has learned to love his government job and is still open to working with the government, like being a consultant for any government agency.

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Health Matters with Dra Denise: Methamphetamine

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feel compelled to write about the tragedy that has rocked our community—the senseless killing of one of our bright young stars, Jaime Adao. I became physically ill when I read about what had happened, and I ache with a mixture of shock, anger, disbelief, sorrow, fear and, yes, hate-at a world that could be so cruel as to allow this to happen. I could write about grief/PTSD, self-defense in the face of violent or aggressive person(s), methamphetamine and psychosis—which was purported to be a potential cause/factor in the intruder’s behaviour. These issues are all related, and there are important health lessons in each area we can learn. I will start with methemphetamine because it has been an increasing problem in Manitoba in terms of prevalence, misuse, overdoses, deaths, violence and murder. This is not a drug that only affects those who use the drug; we are in the midst of a crisis that is taking over health care, law enforcement, and other workforce sector resources in dealing with individuals on this drug. If methamphetamine was indeed a factor in this tragic case--this is further evidence that the crisis is affecting everyone—including our most vulnerable, our children—who should be safe in our own homes.

Stimulants or “uppers” are a class of drugs that include amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine, MDMA (Ecstasy), Ritalin and caffeine.

These drugs speed the body up and cause the body to feel awake, anxious, excited and energetic in the short-term. Methamphetamine or meth is a powerful, highly addictive man-made stimulant known for its euphoric effects and the energy it triggers in users. The drug is cheap, relatively easy to get and make, and the high lasts for several hours. On top of that, there is no immediate antidote, such as naloxone for opiate users.

Meth comes in a number of forms, including pills and an odorless powder that can be snorted or dissolved in liquid. Crystal methamphetamine (aka jib, ice, crystal) is the same drug as meth, but in a more potent, distilled form. Because it is more pure than regular meth, it is more addictive and creates an extended high that users can feel up to 24

hours after use. Crystal meth is one of the most potent stimulants and can be swallowed, crushed and snorted, smoked, or injected.

Long-term meth use can cause sleep deprivation, psychosis, paranoia, heart attack, irregular heart rhythm, stroke, and other problems. Continued use also results in poor nutrition, greater risk for destructive behaviour and sexually transmitted infections, ongoing mental health issues, and medical complications over time.

Meth use is quite prevalent in Manitoba. In fact, it is now the most-reported primary drug of use among people accessing care at AFM facilities, with an increase of over 50% over the last few years. The Manitoba Nurses Union reported a 1,200% increase in meth-related emergency room visits since 2013.

There have been numerous recent meth-related violent incidents the Winnipeg police have had to address.

Know the Signs Some of the most common signs and symptoms of meth abuse include: • Dilated pupils • Anxiety • Teeth grinding • Paranoia • Psychosis • Hallucinations • Meth sores or meth mites: sores on the skin users get from a mixture of decreased blood flow to the skin, poor hygiene, and the sensation of bugs crawling on the skin combined with hallucinations of bugs on the skin which lead to picking and injuring the skin to remove them, even with implements such as knives • Meth mouth: cotton mouth from dryness from the drug and poor hygiene leading to increased cavities; teeth may fall out • Kidney failure • Bacterial infections • Malnutrition • Overdose • Death If a person takes too much meth (overdoses or has stimulant toxicity), they may: • have rigid jerking limbs or seizures • go in and out of consciousness • have a racing pulse (rapidly increasing) or chest pains • experience psychological distress

(anxiety, paranoia, confusion, panicking, delusions/hallucinations, extreme agitation) • have severe headaches • exhibit aggressive behaviour • be dehydrated or over-heated (rapidly increasing temperature, sweating, and skin feels hot) Know the Response If the person is conscious, s/he may be experiencing mental distress, also known as “over-amping” (ie crashing, anxiety, paranoia) linked to stimulant use and its associated sleep deprivation.

How to Respond: • Always assess the situation and take steps to ensure your safety and the safety of others first. A strange intruder is very different from someone you know and are familiar with. Be aware of the unpredictability of any person on stimulants who is agitated and displaying signs of paranoia, hallucinations or delusions. Go to a safe place, and get help if you are not sure of your safety.

• Call 911 immediately in case of suspected overdose or concern for your or others’ safety.

• If you feel safe in the situation, stay calm, remain with them, encourage them not to take any more substances, and move away from activity and noise.

• Be careful not to over-hydrate, but give water or other non-sugary, non-caffeinated fluids to help replace lost electrolytes.

• Place cool wet cloths on forehead, back of neck, armpits.

• If the overdose involves a mixture of substances, Naloxone will temporarily remove the effects of any opioid. Naloxone will not work for a stimulant overdose, but it will not cause harm even if an opioid is not present. If in doubt and Naloxone is available, use it.

• If the heart has stopped, provide chest compressions.

While waiting for the ambulance to arrive: • Stay with the individual for support, encourage hydration, and stay calm.

• Do not give them anything by mouth if they are unconscious.

• If they are having a seizure, make sure there is nothing around

them that can hurt them. Do not About Dr. Denise Koh put anything in their mouth or Dr. Denise Koh is Manitoba’s restrain them.

Chief Occupational Medical Officer and a Medical Officer of Health If you or someone you know is in Environmental Health and struggling with addiction or a crisis, Emergency Preparedness. She visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/ is a Public Health specialist with mh/crisis.html for the Crisis lines additional training and experience in in Manitoba.

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Horoscope If you aren’t traveling you will likely take a big trip soon. It seems that you will be sharing a room with someone special. A close friend or significant other may accompany you. You can look forward to all the romantic possibilities that come with exploring new lands together. It’s bound to be a wonderful trip.

You just bought the latest gadget and want to figuring out how it works. Home and technology figure prominently. You’re in your element! A phone call from a distant friend could interrupt your project. You may speak for a long time, but you won’t mind the delay at all. It’s wonderful to talk to old friends.

This is what you experience as you and your partner plan an exciting getaway. Expectation is often as good as, if not better than, the actual event. It’s a busy for booking hotels and airline tickets, but it is fun, too. You and your mate are giddy with the excitement of it all.

This is just what your relationship needs.

All sorts of wonderful changes are in the air at home and at work. On the personal front, someone new is likely to enter your life and change it for the better. At work, perhaps a proposal you submitted has been accepted or you landed a deal you’ve been working on for some time.

You may uncover that gift unexpectedly. Perhaps you doodle a silly drawing in the margin of a note to a friend. You’re gifted in ways you don’t even know about it. Studying it reveals an idea that would be good for a children’s book illustration. Perhaps there are other things you could do with your life. Research other possibilities online.

If you’ve wanted to get involved in some type of volunteer organization may be when you sign up to support a worthy cause. Whether it’s an environmental charity or a volunteer opportunity, you realize that working to is an important element that has been missing in your life. Life glows all that much brighter with your new unselfish outlook.

You will be well served to spend time meditating .Past issues may rear their ugly heads. No, it isn’t pretty. In fact, it’s frustrating to have to deal with this problem again.

You need to address these issues once and for all or they will continue to haunt you. You’re fortunate to have such close friends who will support you through this difficult process.

You’ve been working hard and deserve a reward. There’s a big world out there waving you. Why not plan an adventure to a faraway land? If you not take time off right now, at least contact a travel agent or do some research online. Surround yourself with pamphlets and images of foreign cities. Even though you know you can’t travel to them now, you know you will get there soon.

A trip to a museum or gallery could bring you some interesting insights. Maybe you will ignore the realistic paintings and photographs that used to interest you and admire the abstract works instead. They definitely capture your interest, and you may consider taking an art class to learn more about them.

New professional possibilities may come your way.

Be open to new ideas of any invitations or offers.

Your career is about to take a turn for the better. Your advancement may not come in the most traditional way, so you need to pay close attention. Don’t overlook something that seems beyond your capabilities. Your reach should always exceed your grasp.

Romance is in the air, filtering your vision with a rosy light. You’re in love with the world and you’re most especially in love with your partner. If you don’t already have a partner, you may meet him or her. Since you never know when or where, make sure to look your best.

You’re likely to undertake some apparently urgent decorating projects in order to get your home in tip-top shape. It could be that a few minor purchases are all that’s needed. But you may decide you can’t live with the color of the bedroom one moment longer and take matters into your own hands and do the job yourself.

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detail may be described also as Pacific Islanders.

There are five oceans in the world, based on current, general standards: Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Antarctic. All the countries in the world are all defined as landmasses—some big landmasses or islands, some comprised by a group of smaller islands collectively called archipelagos. The entirety of the Philippines—an archipelago— is situated on the Pacific Ocean.

Therefore, it is technically a part of the Pacific islands. That makes inhabitants of the Philippines or Filipinos in general Pacific Islanders.

f you are versed in Geography, which else among these continents then answering this question does the Philippines may be found The Last Leaf should not be a problem at all. but in Asia?

The Philippines, based on its geographical location, is both in Philippines Is in Asia (An Asian Philippines Is on the Pacific Ocean Asia and on the Pacific Ocean, Country) (A Pacific Archipelago) making it both an Asian country and Geographically, by continental Based on geography again, however, a Pacific archipelago; and this makes association, Filipinos are Asians this time in relation to the world's the inhabitants of the Philippines because the Philippines is in Asia. oceans—since that the Philippines or Filipinos in general both Asians Have in mind that there are is situated on the Pacific Ocean; and and Pacific Islanders—but only in only seven continents by most because all archipelagos located on geographical terms. For, if genetic standards: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, the Pacific Ocean may be referred and cultural roots are concerned, the Australia/Oceania, Europe, North to as Pacific Islands; then Filipinos matter is much more complicated America, and South America; and by association to this geographical and debatable than that.

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The Filipinos of Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy Lionel Bernier | March 18, 2019

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he Filipino community is well represented within the ranks of the Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy in Winnipeg with seven adult students and their children, four adult black belt instructors (two

with children), and thirty students.

Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy is unique in that it encourages and promotes the participation of parents with their children in the practice of taekwondo. Of the adult

parents, four of the ladies made the commitment to train with their sons and/or daughters and two fathers have done the same one year after their children began training.

This past February 9th, Jean

Villarin, Janice Amsel, Roche de Luna, Chyryl Rances, Oliver Aniasco, and Rolando Dabasol, were all promoted to the rank of green belt or green stripe. These adults all have busy careers, from an ICU Registered Nurse, a Manitoba Land Surveyor, a Professional Quantity Surveyor, a Car Body Shop owner & operator, a Canada Revenue Agency employee, an employee of Maple Leaf Foods, and of course, although not a student, our very own professional photographer, Jay de Luna.

The atmosphere on Saturdays during the three hour training sessions is serious but at the same time is lightened by the jovialness of the Filipino personality. This encourages harmonious interactions with the non-Filipino students and staff to the extent that everyone has that “feel good” aura about them when the class is finished. To inquire about joining our family at Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy, please give

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Master Tam a call on his cell at 204-997-0261 or send him an email at spirit1tkd@gmail.com.

Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy is currently the leading academy at local tournaments held by and/or sanctioned by Taekwondo Manitoba.

The academy has been in first place on the medal list for the last three tournaments consecutively and has again won the top spot at the Victory Cup Championships held on March 16th. A big contribution to its first place standings are the exploits of its young Filipino students who, for the 2018 season, all won the academy’s all-star and all-star runnerup awards , with one exception. At this latest tournament, half (20) of the competitors were Filipino students who won 31 medals: 9 Gold, 8 Silver, and 14 Bronze. The total for the club was 50.

The Rumour Mill: keep your “eyes peeled” for a new Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy branch to open soon in the north end of Winnipeg.

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Ai-Kon Winterfest 2019 Ai-Kon Winterfest For the love of anime!

Ai-Kon Winterfest was another success as Manitoba's largest anime convention. The convention celebrates the geekish hobbies we all love and grew up with. These include Japanese animation, comics, video games and costumes and so much more.

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