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24 Years November 20 - December 5, 2010 • Volume 24, Number 22

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The Filipino Journal was offered the opportunity to interview Prime Minister Stephen Harper during a recent trip to Winnipeg before flying off to the G20 Summit in Seoul, South Korea. Ron Cantiveros, Publisher of the Filipino Journal, presented Prime Minister Harper with a Team Philippines and Jose Rizal t-shirt.

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Manny Pacquiao wins his 8th world title

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ilipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao has once again proven that he is the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world today.

This was after he convincingly defeated Mexican Antonio Margarito for their 12round World Boxing council (WBC) super welterweight world title fight at Cowboys Stadium in Dallas, Texas.

The victory put Pacquiao in an unprecedented position of holding eight titles from different weight classes, the others being flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, super featherweight, lightweight, light welterweight, and welteweight.

Pacquiao now posses the record of 52 wins, 3 losses, 2 draws with 38 knockouts.

Pacquiao scores one-sided verdicts from all three judges The judges of the Pacquiao-Margarito fight scored a one-sided verdict - 120-109,

118-110 and 119-109, all in favor of the Filipino champion.

The Mexican boxer was back in the ring for the first time in the United States since he lost to American Shane Mosley in a WBC welterweight title bout in January 2009. Margarito and his trainer Javier Capetillo were banned for a year after plaster-like bandage wraps were found in the fighter’s gloves before the Mosley fight, prompting Roach to monitor the Mexican’s hand-wrapping on Saturday.

During the interview after the fight, Margarito admitted that this camp was aware of Pacquiao’s legendary speed. He said his trouble started when he was not able to match his opponent’s speed and punching power.

Asked whether he had considered retiring before the end of the 12th round, Margarito said Mexicans fight until the end although he said he failed his country when he lost the fight.

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Another Victory for My Hero

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n Saturday, November 13, 2010, a friend invited me to watch the PacquiaoMargarito boxing fight on payper-view TV. I jumped at the opportunity to watch my hero, the greatest Filipino boxer of all times, the pound-by-pound king of the ring, the fighter of the decade as voted by boxing writers, and now the world champion in eight

divisions—Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao.

For the record, here are the eight divisions in which he became the champion: Flyweight (112 pounds), Junior Featherweight (122 lb), Featherweight (126 lb), Junior Lightweight (130 lb), Lightweight (135 lb), Junior Welterweight (140 lb), Welterweight (147 lb), and Super

Welterweight (154 lb). He moved up the weight divisions as he ran out of challengers. About 50 years ago, my hero was the late Filipino boxer Gabriel “Flash” Elorde, who was the world champion in the Junior Lightweight Division from 1960 to 1967.

Antonio “Tijuana Tornado” Margarito was not a slouch.

He was the reigning WBC Super Welterweight champion with a record of 38 wins (27 by knockouts) and six losses.

Pacquiao’s record is 51-3-2 (38 KOs). Margarito was almost five inches taller than Pacquiao, and he outweighed Manny by seventeen pounds at fight time. Therefore, he was the biggest boxer in size and weight whom Pacquiao ever faced in the ring—a proverbial Davidand-Goliath encounter.

Like the thousands and thousands of Filipinos watching around the world, I had a squeamish and careful confidence that my hero would prevail. We know that Manny is a faster and technically better boxer with a deadly left that had sent reigning champions such as Erik Morales and Oscar de la Hoya to the floor.

Still, anything can happen in a championship – a misstep, a lucky punch. And so we watched with some trepidation. We worried whether he could reach the taller opponent.

Pacquiao’s superior speed manifested itself immediately, inflicting a cut below Margarito’s right eye in the early rounds.

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In the fourth round, he almost knocked down Margarito. The fight chomped through the 12th round with Pacquiao’s winning almost every round. In the 11th round, Pacquiao looked at the referee a number of times, perhaps prompting him to discontinue the bloody fight. Although Margarito was still throwing punches and advancing, his face was bloody and the right eye swollen and nearly shut. In the last round, Pacquiao slowed down, obviously just coasting to victory.

In the interview after the fight, Pacquiao said that boxing is not for killing and that he did not want to damage Margarito permanently. His opponent was not interviewed because he was rushed to the hospital to fix a fractured right orbital bone. I wondered if Margarito felt that his injury was worth the $3 million he netted from the fight. I understand that Manny made anywhere from $15 to $30 million for the fight.

His trainer/coach Freddie Roach certainly made a bundle too.

Of course, Pacquiao deserved every penny out of the event; but more than the money, he has won the hearts of boxing aficionados around the world and has remained a darling of the Filipino nation. His election to the Philippine Congress representing the district of Sarangani in May this year is a testimony of the love many Filipino people have for him. A highschool dropout, Pacquiao has an honorary doctor

of humanities conferred on him by the Southwestern University in Cebu. He was previously awarded the highest award given to a Filipino citizen, namely the Order of Sikatuna. With his current victory, the country is running out of awards for him; perhaps a Congressional Medal of Honor would suffice.

There have been rumors of political parties’ trying to convince Pacquiao to run for president of the Philippines. For this he has to wait nine years. The Philippine Constitution specifies that a candidate for president must be a Filipino, literate, and at least 40 years old; and he is only 31.

He did take a certificate course on Legislation and Governance at the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) as a preparation for his running for Congress.

Manny Pacquiao has the stuff that wins hearts and makes heroes. He came from a broken family, was dirt poor, worked hard, and is a devout religious person. He shows humility, grace, and compassion even in victory.

He makes the cross before each round and prayed in his corner before and after the match. He was very gracious in praising the toughness of his opponent after each fight. I have never seen him jump on the ropes and beat his chest proclaiming himself the greatest, the way many boxing champs often do. He is truly a hero every Filipino can be proud of.

Mabuhay ka, Manny Pacquiao!

Letter to the editor

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was dismayed to read that Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff insinuated that Winnipeg North Conservative candidate Julie Javier’s candidacy was unfair because of her Filipino heritage, and that she was only running to steal votes away from the Liberal candidate. He said: “Let’s have a straight-up fight.

Everything else is a bunch of games.”

His insinuation that it is not fair to have a Filipino candidate because Filipinos apparently vote in blocks is insulting to women, Filipinos, and all ethnic communities in Canada.

It is insulting and offensive for Mr. Ignatieff to insinuate that

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members of ethnic communities all vote the same way. Putting Canadians into voting blocks based on ethnic origin is oldschool Liberal politics and it has no place in today’s Canada.

Women, Filipinos, and members of other ethnic communities are individuals who can make up their own mind. We are not voting machines that just blindly go and vote Liberal.

Worst still, Liberal candidate Kevin Lamoureux not only tolerated Mr. Ignatieff’s comments, but also endorsed them and supports them by pushing Mr. Ignatieff’s insensitive comments on his twitter account and displaying them on his web site.

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Does Mr. Lamoureux think so little of the Filipino and ethnic communities to insinuate that we are a voting block with no individual minds of our own?

Both Mr. Ignatieff and Mr. Lamoureux have a lot of explaining to do for their insulting comments and actions.

Signed, Virginia Guiang Former Executive Director of the Philippine Canadian Centre of Manitoba and current Project Coordinator of the Elder Abuse Awareness program in the Filipino Community

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Taas Noo Batang Filipino

by: Johsa Manzanilla

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ecently, I sat down with a young American who had recently moved to Canada and discussed some of the differences between American and Canadian politics.

In our conversation, he aired many criticisms of his country’s government, ranting about how “unfair” the existing social

assistance systems were – that they were benefiting those who weren’t contributing anything to the economy anyway, how the U.S.’s borders weren’t secure enough, and how unfairly skewed the world was that, should there be some form of apocalyptic war, only the rich who could afford million-dollar high-security bunker would survive.

I patiently listened, acknowledging that although I did not agree with a large part of what he said, he had a right to express his opinion. After he finished, I asked him if, because he had such strong views on these certain matters, he had ever actively lobbied, organized, or even simply spoken to any of his community’s leaders or elected representatives who had more influence in actually making a difference in changing the society he felt was so flawed. To my

question he scoffed and stated, “No way. I don’t even vote.”

There are a few who would agree with this young man – a shared sentiment that engagement in politics is futile, and there is absolutely no merit in participating in public forums that would provide legislators some insight into the actual concerns and needs of citizens. To this assertion, I would disagree, and rather speak for the value and in favour of civic engagement.

We live in a democracy.

This means our government is made of individuals whom a fair number of us citizens have elected because we believe they represent our interests and will competently represent them on governing levels. This also therefore implies that our society’s concept of government is based on the idea that because it is the citizen who has the power to select leaders and tell them how to govern, it is the people –and not its leaderswho are the ones that truly rule.

For a citizen to choose not to exercise their right in selecting a representative or voicing their interests and concerns to government officials weakens the very nature of democracy.

Moreover, the disbelief in one’s individual power to influence political change is a dangerous one. Thinking that a single voice is powerless is essentially taking on disenfranchisement, accepting that an individual citizen cannot make any difference whatsoever.

It is this sense of apathy that removes citizen participation, thus giving governments the power to lead societies without having to be transparent or accountable to the people.

Youth apathy is particularly detrimental. While some young people and children do not have the ability to vote, it is important

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assume that any one party or any one candidate owns the Filipino vote is largely misguided.

Amidst the recent crime and violence in the riding, are we going to see voters fed up with being in opposition too long and looking for change and give Winnipeg North more clout in the House of Commons? In a riding that has largely been a NDP stronghold, the voters in Winnipeg North are going to vote for the candidate that best represents their interests and values.

At the end of the day, voters will have several candidates to choose from. In today’s digital age, being informed is as easy as going to the candidate’s website or Facebook page.

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for them to demonstrate that they are nevertheless a valued and contributing part of society.

Youth engagement in democratic processes is extremely important.

Accordingly, if public opinion should accurately reflect that of all of society, and not just those of our parents and grandparents, it is critical for us to demonstrate that we have a voice too, and a strong one at that.

Educate yourself in the issues that are affecting the community around you because they are relevant and directly influencing many if not all aspects of your life. Know that as a young person, only you and your friends can accurately speak on behalf of your personal experiences and that of today’s youth, so be empowered and speak out.

Change is possible.

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We encourage all voters to be informed and make your own conclusions.

To learn more about each candidate, the Filipino Journal also provided each candidate with a questionnaire and their responses are also available on our website at www.FilipnoJournal.com.

To all the candidates in the Winnipeg North By-Election, we wish you all the best of luck and may the best candidate win.

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There is a large Filipino population in Winnipeg North and as we’ve seen throughout the campaign period, the Liberal, NDP and Conservative parties have their fair share of Filipino supporters, volunteers and voters.

An estimated 20% of the riding is composed of Filipino voters and as the second largest voting group, each party has a special interest in attracting the Filipino vote. To

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Sex, Drugs, and Rock… Not Always!

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s far as I could remember, many parents and religious and community leaders have always associated Rock music with sex, drugs, and other vices. Some parents believe that their Rockmusic-loving teenagers are treading a hedonistic and dangerous path. They also stubbornly insist that Rock artists through their lyrics are professing nothing but nonsense and pure evil.

I could only shake my head in sympathy—not to the children but to the parents—ha!—for their ignorance and prejudice. For one, not all members of Rock bands lead a life of booze and drugs and promiscuity.

(And even if many do, music should

be taken as it is, without the taint of the artists’ personal lives.) Most significantly, Rock music is not always about sex, drugs, and other excesses. If they will only look into the lyrics of many Rock songs, they will realize that these are actually a mine of social commentaries and literary and philosophical references.

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graduated to a higher level of social Diyos” by WUDS (At Nakalimutan consciousness; no longer confined to ang Diyos, 1993, Akasha) themes of love, rebellion, and having a good time.

“Humawak ka lamang sa aking kamay For instance, Nang matuklasan ang ganda nitong buhay Promoting unity and calling to Iingatan ka’t di pababayaan patronize one’s own music: Gabay mo ako sa iyong kapaligiran…”

“Ang himig natin ang inyong —“Gabay” by Siakol (Kabilang awitin Mundo, 2006, Alpha) Upang tayo’y magsama-sama sa langit ng pag-asa…”

Sharing visions of hope and —“Himig Natin” by Juan Dela positivity: Cruz Band (Himig Natin, 1973, Vicor Records) “Simulan mo sa pangarap ang iyong minimithi Giving hope to those who At ito’y have less: “H’wag mong pigilan ang pagbuhos ng ulan May panahon para maging hari May panahon para madapa Dahil ang buhay natin ay sadyang ganyan…”

—“Umaaraw, Umuulan” by Rivermaya (Tuloy ang Ligaya, 2001, BMG) Reinforcing faith in God and in people you trust:

iyong dalhin

“Ano pa ang gusto mong magpapasaya sa ’yo?

Ito bang karangyaan sa pamumuhay— Malaking bahay, magarang kotse, maraming pera Mabait na asawa, may mga anak, magandang damit Masarap na pagkain, sikát na sikát kasi may pangalan P e r o nakalimutan ang Diyos…”

— “ A t Nakalimutan ang

Itanim mo sa puso mo; ito ay lálaki Ikaw rin ang aani…”

—“Mangarap Ka” by After Image (Tag-ulan, Tag-araw, 1994, Dyna) “Sa buhay na gulong, di ka laging nasa silong Himukin ang lahat na sa ’taas ay tumuntong…”

—“May Pag-asa Pa” by Alamid (Alamid, 1994, Warner) Calling for mutual progress and unity:

“Ating liliparin, may harang mang sibat Ating tatawirin, daluyong ng dagat Pagkat kasama mo ako, iisang bangka tayo Anuman ang mithiin ay makakamtan natin…”

—“Iisang Bangka” by The Dawn (Abot Kamay, 1992, OctoArts)

“Kulay man nati’y magkaiba; mundo natin ay iisa Maghawak-hawak ng kamay; isigaw nang sabay-sabay, ‘Kapayapaan…’”

—“Kapayaapan” by Tropical Depression (Kapayaapan, 1994, Viva) “Imbes na tayo ay magtulungang dalawa

Bakit ba naghihilahan pababa?

H’wag kang magalala, sasapit din ang araw Na ibibigay ko sa ’yo ang lahatlahat…”

—“Alimango” by Half Life Half Death (Pymyth Prahn, 1995, Viva) Final Note Rock music has long become a part of pop culture, so it should be patronized, promoted, and respected. It’s been 40 years since the decade when religious and community leaders have started lambasting and discriminating Rock music. Do you still believe their ignorant and misleading claims?

Haven’t these bigots realized by now that the problem really is their narrow minds and their limited understanding of music per se? These music discriminators belong to the modern counterparts of the witchburners of old.

Men’s 9-Ball singles finals net 2nd Asiad gold for RP

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former fisherman from Surigao del Sur scored the country’s second gold medal in the ongoing 16th Asian Games (Asiad) in Guangzhou, China.

Dennis Orcollo disposed Korean Jeong young Hwa in the semifinals and then defeated compatriot Warren Kiamco in an all-Filipino finals duel in the men’s 9-Ball singles at the Asian Games Town Gymnasium.

Orcollo was formerly ranked World No. 1 in the sports and was the

recent winner of the San Miguel Beer Oktoberfest 9-Ball tournament held in Manila. His gold finish followed that of Filipino bowler Biboy Rivera, who scored the country’s first gold medal in the Asiad last Monday.

The Philippines is now ranked 11th in the over-all standings with 2 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze medals. The country is trying to improve its 18th place finish in Doha, Qatar Asiad, where it won 4 gold, 6 silver and 9 bronze medals.

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CO N G RAT U LAT I O N S TO T H E

CLASS OF 2010!

On October 14th, 2010 ROBERTSON COLLEGE recognized the achievements of over 300 graduates at the Centennial Concert Hall. Students graduated from the Faculties of Business, Health, and Information Technology.

Ace Burpee of HOT 103 was the keynote speaker for the graduation, and Nursing Assistant graduate Constance Oranu encouraged her classmates to think beyond themselves to better serve their communities.

Robertson College would like to not only congratulate the class of 2010 but to also thank the families, friends and loved ones who made their successes a reality.

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Vickar Jeepney in 101st Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade

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he 2010 edition of the Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade featured the most number of floats. Larry and Tova’s Jeepney was part of this year’s parade after it was first unveiled in Winnipeg earlier this summer including appearances during Folklorama.

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Vickar Automotive Group sends Mario Medina to Pacquiao-Margarito

Vickar Jeepney with Goldie along Portage Ave.

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Patricia the Perogy. We think there needs to be a Filipino Lumpia mascot next year.

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Larry and Tova Vickar show a pair of tickets which were won by Mario Medina. Prize package included two tickets, airfare and hotel to Arlington, Texas to watch the PacquiaoMargartio fight.

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Javier in for a fair fight

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INNIPEG – Conservative candidate Julie Javier says Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff’s claim that her candidacy is not fair and a game to take votes from the Liberal candidate because of her Filipino heritage is regrettable.

“It’s regrettable that Mr. Ignatieff said that my candidacy is nothing more than a game. I can tell you, it’s no game that crime is out of control in Winnipeg while he continues his soft on crime approach. It’s no game that he is promising to cancel very important jobs at Bristol that our community desperately needs. I am the only one on the ballot who will get tough on crime, that will keep taxes down, will support families and jobs, and who will give this riding a voice in the government of Canada.” Said Javier.

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Michael Ignatieff made the comment while campaigning in the Winnipeg North by-election.

He claims that the Conservatives are running a Filipino only to take votes from the Liberal candidate.

“Mr. Ignatieff and the Liberals would not be good for Winnipeg North. They are soft on crime and try to do whatever they can to delay, block, or gut Conservative tough on crime legislation.” Continued Javier. “The Ignatieff Liberals would be bad for the economy by cancelling the F-35 contract, cancelling many jobs in Winnipeg at Bristol. And Mr. Ignatieff said he would raise taxes, including business and payroll taxes, which would halt our economic recovery in its tracks, and according to experts kill almost 400,000 jobs.”

Conservative candidate, Julie Javier with RCMP Officers at Sir Sam Steele Legion during Remembrance Day.

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Celebrating Remembrance Day at the McGregor Armouries.

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Filipinos should be very proud of Julie Javier

Talking politics, economy and signing an iPad with Prime Minister Stephen Harper

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n a recent visit to Winnipeg, we received a call from Prime Minister Harper’s press office asking if we would be interested in a private one-on-one interview. Even on the short notice and without hesitation, we accepted. Prime Minister Harper dropped into Winnipeg prior to flying to the G20 Summit in Seoul, South Korea. He was there to visit Julie Javier’s campaign office and sit in a small business round table discussion.

As the Conservative candidate for Winnipeg North, Julie Javier, if elected on the November 29th byelection, will be the first Filipina Member of Parliament (MP). Not to get ahead of that prospect, voters of Winnipeg North head to the polls on Monday, November 29th.

Prime Minister Harper also indicated many Conservative firsts – first Japanese-Canadian cabinet minister, the first Chinese-Canadian MP, first Black Canadian MP and first Aboriginal Senator. As a Filipino community, we should be extremely proud of our fellow Filipinos who are stepping up to become public servants.

Prime Minister Harper bluntly indicated that having an elected member in government will help the Winnipeg North riding address key

by-election issues including crime and as an MP in government, will bring projects to the riding. Harper indicated, “Julie Javier is the only candidate running for a party that is tough on crime, that will keep your taxes down, that supports families and jobs and will give this riding a voice in the government of Canada.”

He went on to indicate and reiterate the Conservative anti-crime agenda and the need for tougher and meaningful laws against violent crime.

As well, through the government’s Economic Action Plan, recreational infrastructure projects are happening in Winnipeg North.

On the matter of immigration settlement fees, the primary goal as indicated by the Prime Minister was to protect the integrity of the immigration and refugee process. Their initiatives are focused on reunifying families and promoting a strong and healthy immigration program. The government has tripled immigrant settlement funding which is normally delivered by the provinces. He invited further discussions specifically with Minister Jason Kenney, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister.

The government will continue to manage those relationships and initiatives. On credentials, the

government’s focus is to ensure the maximum use of skills and experience of new immigrants. Efforts continue to resolve the huge challenge when it comes to professional credentials.

When it comes to small business, the Prime Minister kicked off pre-budget consultations with small business owners. Harper

stated that key initiatives for small business included red-tape reduction commissions and lowering of personal and corporate taxes. The economy remains to be the number one priority of this government.

Earlier this year, during a rally, US President Obama signed an iPad.

After seeing it on the internet, this would be a great opportunity for another historical first. After several practice signatures, the third one was the charm and one for the history books. Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s first digital signature!

First digital signature on an iPad, owned by Ron Cantiveros, Publisher of the Filipino Journal.

Signed, Stephen Harper

More photos from the interview are available on Prime Minister Harper is now part of Team Philippines! In addition, a t-shirt with Jose Rizal was offered to the Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Harper enjoying the stories and photos in the Filipino Journal.

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NCCA names Boy Abunda as ambassador for Phil.

Int’l Arts Festival

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he National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has designated TV host Boy Abunda as ambassador of the 2011 Philippine International Arts Festival (PIAF).

The NCCA said Abunda has the ability to clearly communicate ideas that makes him the perfect spokesperson to promote Philippine arts and culture to Filipinos around the world.

Deputy presidential spokesperson Abigail Valte however clarified that Abunda’s

position is an informal designation by the NCCA similar to that of an ambassador of goodwill to promote the arts.

The NCCA had earlier named another celebrity, Dingdong Dantes, as the commission’s youth ambassador. President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III’s youngest sister Kris is also acting as a goodwill ambassador, having The “Ani ng Sining” 2011 been named as the Department of Health’s Ambassador for Dengue PIAF will be held on February 2011 in time for the celebration of Prevention. the National Arts Month.

US rock band to perform in the Philippines Coliseum in Quezon City and in Cebu province on November 20.

During the press conference, lead vocalist Robin Wilson also said the band is looking forward to Filipino international singing sensation Charice posing sexy in Maxim magazine.

The statement was an obvious offshoot of Charice’s “Glee” co-stars, Dianna Agron The American rock/pop band and Lea Michele, who posed “Gin Blossoms” is set to perform sexy for GQ magazine. Charice on Thursday at the Araneta was also asked during a press

conference for “David Foster & Friends” show in Manila in October if she was willing to follow in Agron and Michele’s footsteps. However her mentor, David Foster, abruptly ended the presscon.

Gin Blossoms also congratulated boxing champion Manny Pacquiao after his victory over Mexican fighter Antonio Margarito. The other members of the band are Jesse Valenzuela (lead guitar), Scott Johnson (rhythm guitar), Bill Leen (bass) and John Richardson (drums).

Gerald Anderson teams up with Sarah Geronino in a new movie

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oung actor Gerald Anderson will have singer Sarah Geronimo as his leading lady in a forthcoming movie.

The actor said he is open to new opportunities as he assured Kimerald fans that he will still work with perennial screen partner Kim Chiu, adding that he would never bid goodbye to their love team

For her part, Geronimo said is also open to work with Anderson in a movie and expressed hope that the project would push through.

The singer-actress did not confirm any detail when asked about her third team up with John Lloyd Cruz.

Sharon Cuneta to do reunion movie with Gabby Concepcion, Vilma Santos and with Star for all Seasons Vilma Santos.

This was confirmed by the singer herself during the Nov. 19 concert of comedienne-actress .Ai Ai de las Alas at the Araneta Coliseum.

The audience was however shocked when Cuneta, after being told by de las Alas that actor Aga Muhlach was among those in attendance, blurted some words that implied as if she doesn’t ega star Sharon Cuneta has know the actor. forthcoming movies with Showbiz rumor had it ex-husband Gabby Concepcion that Cuneta’s reaction was in

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retaliation to Muhlach’s reply to a past interview that offended her.

The actor allegedly said Cuneta must reduce her weight first if she wants the movie with him to push through.

The other concert female guests namely, Regine Velasquez, Lea Salonga, and Sharon Cuneta, have done a movie project with Muhlach in the past. Even de las Alas has previously worked with the actor as his leading lady on a TV sitcom.

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Winnipeg Athletic Association for Youth (WAAY) - basketball league opens 2010/11 season at Gordon Bell

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he Winnipeg Athletic Association for Youth (WAAY), is the first Filipino youth basketball league in Winnipeg, which evolves boys and girls from 6 to 16 years of age. WAAY was formed by parents and interested members of the community. The Association began in the fall of of 1997. In 1999, WAAY had 120 registered participants which formed 12 teams. In the 2010/11 season, there are 30 teams in 5 different divisions and over 300 players.

WAAY salutes all parents, guardians and volunteers of the community for being united for the sake of our children’s love in the game of basketball.

For more information about WAAY, visit their website www.waay.ca.

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Model: Cynthia Reyes Makeup Artist: Alana Klein Written by: Anthony Polvorosa and Alana Klein Photos by: Alejandro Jose, www.rubypearlphotography.com Hairstylist - Golda Ferrer, Lindenwood Stylists

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ith a slew of holiday parties coming up, sometimes we don’t have a lot of time to restart our makeup regime from the beginning in order to change our look from day to night. When your work day flies by and you have to head out directly from work to party, read on as we’ve got some excellent tips to help you save time while enhancing your beauty for some holiday evening fun. We’ll show you the regular steps on how to do your career makeup, with added steps to instantly turn your work look to a fresh and festive one.

Our face ambassador for this issue is Cynthia Reyes, who leads a busy life and is a woman on the go. She is a 34 year old mother of 2, a business owner by day and nurse by night. Cynthia is a member of the Women’s Business Owners of Manitoba, serves on the board of the Pangasinan Group of Manitoba, she owns the UPS Store in Kenaston Common (www.theupsstore.ca/380), and is the first lady of the Manitoba Filipino Business Council (www.mfbc.ca), as her husband John is the founding president. With Cynthia’s fulfilling and hectic schedule, she was our perfect choice to help us show you how to enhance your look from work to party.

To Get the Look:

Step 1

Apply a sheer veil of shadow magnet all over the entire eye lid and brow bone to prevent creasing and help the shadow wear longer.

Using Vanilla eye shadow, apply to the brow bone.

Step 6 Clean away any eye shadow fallings before starting with the skin. Once your skin is perfected apply Bronzeberry Bronzer to the cheeks for an added glow.

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Step 2 Take Cedar eye shadow and apply to the entire eye lid from the inner corner to the outer corner.

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Take Sheer Champagne eye shadow and apply to the entire eye lid as well as on top of the Cedar eye shadow for a bit of dimension.

Step 4 To make the eyes really pop, line the eyes using the Precision Angle Brush with Onyx Crème liner. This way if you have soft shadows on from work, all you have to do is add eye liner to your lash and tear line for evening drama.

Step 8

Fill in your eyebrows for the day because having nicely filled brows gives you a more polished look. Apply Dark Brown eye shadow using a Precision Angle brush to the brow doing little tiny brush strokes. This way the powder grabs onto the eyebrow hair.

For the lips, outline and colour in your whole lip with Sweet Spice Lip Pencil. (Evening Step: use Raspberry Gloss to add shimmer)

Step 9 (Evening Step) To complete your look, apply your false eye lashes. We used #217.

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(Evening Step) Line inner corner and under the eyes with the Goldlit Shimmer dust to soften the eyes and make them dazzle.

Add mascara to finish the eyes.

Bring this article to the Provici Cosmetics s t u d i o located at 233 McDermot Ave, in The Exchange District and receive a pair of FREE Eyelashes, when you book your Work Christmas Party makeup appointment. Call 957-1544 or email teamprovici@provici.com.

If you’d like to capture any of your special moments, book with Ruby Pearl Photography and save 30%Off all services with a fantastic additional 25% Off on all ordered prints. Contact AJ at 297-9544. Offers expire Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Not redeemable for cash, based on availability.

Thank you for your support!

Anthony’s image-consulting firm, PROVICI, has attracted a loyal following in the entertainment and business communities. He has recently styled individuals for print media and live entertainment, and for awards shows such as the Junos and the Grammys.

Check out Anthony on Shaw TV channel 9 on Tuesday evenings, and Wednesdays before noon. Kung meron kayong questions, comments or suggestions send an e-mail to anthony@filipinojournal.com. He welcomes your questions and is available for personal appointments.

Just log onto www.provici.com or visit Anthony at PROVICI Cosmetics, now located at 233 Mc Dermot Ave. or call (204) 957-1544 for more info.

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Persons wishing to represent themselves must understand why their sponsorship applications were refused and focus on the issues that resulted in the refusal.

They must organize their case,

by R. Reis Pagtakhan, LL.B., B.A. (Hons.) gather evidence, and prepare their rrp@aikins.com documents and witnesses. It is a good idea to attend an actual appeal hearing in person prior to their own appeal; most are public hearings anyway. Above all, ave you ever sponsored or a licensed immigration being truthful and credible is very a relative to come to consultant at the Immigration important.

Canada only to have Appeal Division?

For more information, visit the application refused? If you a guide to proceedings before It is not necessary to be sponsored a member of the the Immigration Division: http:// “Family Class,” you may have represented by a lawyer or w w w. i r b . g c . c a /eng/brdcom/ received a letter from Citizenship licensed immigration consultant. references/legjur/idsi/guide/ and Immigration that said you Persons may represent themselves could appeal the decision. If you or may be assisted by friends or Pages/index.aspx

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decided to appeal, where should relatives provided that the friends or relatives do not receive any you begin? payment for the assistance.

Earlier this month, I had the What mistakes do opportunity to ask a few questions 3. applicants to a lawyer for the Canada Border “unrepresented” Services Agency who represents make at the Board?

Citizenship and Immigration Persons unfamiliar with Canada on appeals. Here are the an administrative tribunal and questions and answers. its processes may be somewhat 1. As the lawyer for the intimidated by the process and government, what kind of may find preparing their case family-class sponsorship cases difficult. For instance, they may not fully understand the Board’s have you been encountering? rules or may have difficulty The majority of family-class gathering relevant documents, witnesses, and sponsorship appeals are those preparing presenting the case clearly. involving marriage cases.

This article is prepared for general information purposes only and is intended to provide comments for readers and friends of Filipino Journal. The contents should not be viewed as legal advice or opinion. If you have specific questions concerning immigration law, you should discuss them with a legal advisor of your choice.

Reis Pagtakhan is a lawyer with the law firm of Aikins, MacAulay & Thorvaldson LLP. He practices in the areas of immigration law and corporate and commercial law. His direct line is 957-4640.

If you like to know more about 2. Is it necessary for a person 4. What do you recommend to Pagtakhan or Aikins, you may to be represented by a lawyer persons who want to represent visit the firm’s Web site: www. aikins.com. themselves at the Board?

Iloilo City among the world’s Top 100 Outsourcing Cities

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worldwide study conducted by services globalization and investment advisory firm Tholons has ranked the city of Iloilo in the Visayas region 98th in the list of Top 100 Outsourcing Cities.

According to Global Services, a media platform which connects buyers and service providers in the global IT services and the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry, the list reflects the current competitiveness and stature of cities in the global outsourcing landscape and also provides insight to the future potential of locations in addressing emerging trends and demands in services globalization.

Iloilo City also made it to the list of 50 Aspiring Cities around the globe for its high potential to become ideal hubs for BPO investments. Last year, the city ranked third in the Top 10 Aspirants meaning it can improve as emerging global outsourcing cities in the coming years.

The other Philippine mega cities Manila and Cebu ranked fourth and ninth, respectively in the Top 10 list. Meanwhile, the cities of Davao and Bacolod are considered aspiring cities by ranking 69th and 100th, respectively.

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Premier Greg Selinger cordially invites you and your family to the annual

Legislative Building

Open House Saturday, December 4, 2010 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Join Members of the Legislative Assembly in a celebration of Manitoba’s festive traditions.

Please bring a non-perishable food item or an unwrapped toy for the Christmas Cheer Board.

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H o r o s c o p e ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) It’s been a rocky road since October when it comes in Love and Romance.This cycle, which falls every year and a half, can be a challenging time for love. Old wounds and issues may have flared up, or perhaps you’ve been cranky and distant with your mate.

Lucky Numbers : 06, 17, 44, 26, 11, 14 TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Relationships are your focus in November, and by now, you truly understand the meaning of “for better or for worse”, a challenging time for interpersonal relationships.

Lucky Numbers : 14, 08, 22, 56, 15, 34 GEMINI (May 22-June 21) This is an extremely exerting month and

must you guarantee that you find time, around the things, you enjoys with all the hard work. Your financial conditions participate, a large increase!.

Lucky Numbers : 33, 02, 19, 20, 45, 22 CANCER (June 22-July 22) This month, if over somewhat more pastime cultivates itself you. It can lead even to the fact that some romance! Do not leave yourselves in the working life of conflicts in this month.

Lucky Numbers : 19, 34, 07, 45, 33, 12 LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Perhaps it is time to seek the means you can improve your health. Professional secrecy can only lead to circumstances devastators. Speak with your second on one

about holidays and to discuss waitings your relation.

Lucky Numbers : 22, 45, 46, 01, 15, 19 VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Be careful if a friend asks you for councils.

Information that you profit can be used in all the aspects of your life.

Lucky Numbers : 43, 12, 29, 19, 40, 45 LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Romance can be tricky!It is an opportunity for promotion and boys should be something extremely positive stock news also expected.

Lucky Numbers : 18, 22, 10, 47, 55, 16 SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Scorpio practicing your natural caution

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PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Demands and responsibilities in professional work as well as financial ones are likely to increase very suddenly and rapidly. You are confused about what future directions to take.

Lucky Numbers : 11, 10, 03, 45, 36, 23

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) The month brings social opportunities to your occupation. Satisfaction comes through your career, your vocation and your business.

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Lucky Numbers : 17, 20, 15, 67, 11, 34

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You will have a sense of awareness of your own limitations this month. There could be some rivalry, hard feelings generated that could trigger off either of these reactions.

Lucky Numbers : 17, 45, 13, 37, 09, 20

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Lucky Numbers : 56, 33, 30, 15, 26, 45

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Furor over terror alerts

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uring a gathering of CEOs and heads of state at the recent 8th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in Yokohama, Japan, President Benigno Aquino III caught everybody by surprise when he took the floor and lashed out at the United States and five other countries for issuing travel advisories – or, more aptly, “terror alerts” – to their citizens traveling to the Philippines.

The summit, billed “Economic Integration and the Future of APEC” and attended by 20 other heads of state and government, was thrown off tangent when Aquino launched a tirade against the six countries.

While Aquino’s courage in addressing the “terror alerts” at the CEO summit was commendable, in my opinion, the summit was not the appropriate place to lambast the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Australia, and New Zealand for issuing terror alerts. Previous travel advisories only covered the volatile southern Philippines where Muslims rebels and terrorist groups were a threat to peace in the region, but this time they expanded the travel advisories to include Metro Manila.

Aquino claimed that there are countries that harbor terrorists who had staged attacks in other countries but are not included on the list of travel advisories.

He was probably referring to Indonesia where the terrorist group Jemaah Islamiah is based but has infiltrated and conducted several terrorists acts in Mindanao before. “We have three million visitors a year. Some of our neighboring countries would have as high as 22 million visitors.

Unfortunately, with the terror advisories recently we were singled out as a place to avoid,” he said.

The timing of the travel advisories, which came at a time when he’s trying very hard to attract foreign investors as well as tourists, did not please Aquino. He complained that the “imminent terror attack” warnings were not “validated on the ground” by the Philippines’ intelligence agencies; therefore, the terror alerts should be withdrawn.

But Aquino should also realize that the countries that issued the terror alerts wouldn’t have concluded that a terror attack was imminent without validating the information gathered by their own intelligence agencies. Indeed, one could assume that their intelligence networks, particularly the United States’ Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), have wide and deep penetration into terrorist organizations such as the alQaeda and Jemaah Islamiah.

Although a “terror alert” would certainly scare tourists away, the number one deterrent has always been the prevalence of common criminals preying like vultures on foreign visitors.

The hostage-taking incident last August 23, 2010 -- where the hostage-taker murdered eight Chinese tourists after a botched rescue attempt by the Philippine police – further reinforced the perception that the Philippines is not a safe place for tourists.

In my article, “From Balikbayan to Balikbankay” (PerryScope, April 28, 2006), I wrote: “A sharp decline in the number of balikbayans could hurt the tourist industry and would ultimately have a debilitating effect on the Philippine economy.

The proportion of balikbayans to the total number of tourists is very high, perhaps as much as 80%, or even more. With a record number of 2.623 million tourists to the Philippines in 2005, the balikbayan component

commands serious attention. The government officials, particularly those at the Department of Tourism (DOT), should be concerned about crimes committed against tourists. The last thing they want to see is a ‘travel advisory’ issued by the United States and other countries like Australia and Japan.”

To boost tourism, the Aquino administration launched last November 15, 2010, its tourism campaign using the slogan “Pilipinas Kay Ganda.” But the Federation of Tourism Industries of the Philippines Inc (FTIP) said that it was not “catchy” enough to attract international attention.

“The slogan did not ignite much excitement. Maybe they rushed in coming out with a new brand.

But what we need is something that would create a great impact,” said FTIP president Alejandra Clemente.

The new logo – in bold colors -- shows a sun, a tarsier (a primate endemic to the forests of Bohol), the words “Pilipinas Kay Ganda” with the “L” shaped like a coconut tree with a “happy smile,” and the translation: “[kay. gan.da’] adj. So beautiful!”

Evidently, the Philippines’ tourism industry needs an “extreme makeover” to attract foreign visitors. It’s going to take more than just a catchy slogan.

The government needs to clean up its act and address a lot of issues – including corruption and crime -- that impacts the economy in general and tourism in particular.

The government needs to implement a stringent security system that would provide protection to tourists and also monitor the tourism industry’s operations and practices. A system similar to the Better Business Bureau in the U.S. would be helpful in weeding out unscrupulous operators and predatory businesses.

I also wrote in my previous article: “Tourism in the Philippines has been taken for granted for too long. Its rich culture, delicious food, hospitable and ever-smiling people, and exquisite views of its natural beauty are second to none.

The Philippines could provide a better milieu than Hawaii. It is

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interesting to note, however, that policemen in Hawaii’s tourist areas do not wear uniforms.

They blend in with the tourists.

The last thing a tourist would like to see is a Kevlar-vested policeman toting an Uzi assault gun. Yet, crime rate in Hawaii is one of the lowest among tourist destinations.

“Ultimately, what would make, or break, tourism in the Philippines is the tourists’ sense of safety and security. Unless the Philippine government is willing to take the bull by its horns and deal with the safety and security of tourists, tourism will not flourish in the Philippines.”

Indeed, the major challenge is how to reach beyond the balikbayans and make the country an international tourist

destination. Yes, the cake is already there, all that needs to be done is to put icing on the cake. However, it is easier said than done. But first things first, President Aquino has to address the issues of safety and security of tourists. The last place that tourists would want to visit is one that is not safe.

In this day and age, it’s the duty – nay, obligation -- of every government to warn its citizens when they’re traveling abroad if there’s an “imminent terror attack” in the country they’re visiting. However, nobody could second-guess when a terror attack would actually occur. But one thing is certain: any place in the world is fair game to terrorists today.

People’s Champ faces million-dollar lawsuit People’s Champ and Sarangani Representative Manny Pacquiao is facing another battle, this time not inside the boxing ring but in court.

The boxing icon, recent winner of the super-welterweight crown against Mexican Antonio Margarito in Arlington, Texas allegedly signed a contract to record 12 songs with RBM Group International in 2009 but he never complied with it.

The recording company claimed they gave Pacquiao an initial payment of $40,000 check in October of the same year for the first two songs, which the boxer failed to record.

The company further said they’ve lost profits of $10 million due to his non-compliance with the contract and is now suing Pacquiao with a $10-million lawsuit

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A Truly Intelligent Person Is Someone Who (On the Importance of Keeping Updated) be in check if what we have in stock in our brains is still correct by aLfie vera mella and relevant. How? Simple: By elfideas102@yahoo.com taking the time to read and do bits ne reason I enjoy study, justifying procrastination of research and by acknowledging checking out profiles of or mere laziness. that people, regardless of age, Being finished with schooling need to study. friends and acquaintances on Facebook is because I get to doesn’t mean you’re done with have a glimpse of other people’s learning. Literature, science, Some Old Facts that No Longer mindsets and worldviews, how technology, language, culture, Hold True they think and how they react to and other bodies of knowledge Here are examples of old various issues. This somehow are like living things—they grow, information that I learned during helps me validate and reaffirm develop, change, evolve, and may my elementary and highschool or reconsider and reassess my even assume new definitions and days which no longer hold true own ideas and opinions. Reading descriptions as new discoveries today. If I haven’t been continually postings on Facebook can be a fun are made. As rational beings— updating my knowledge, relying way to practice psychoanalysis— and especially to parents who only on my stock knowledge, we get to analyze not only other have schoolchildren—we need I would not know the current people’s mode of thinking but to keep up with the changes and updates. developments. This can slow also our own.

Old/obsolete information: For instance, I read a post down the widening of the gap There were nine planets in the on Facebook that declared, “Ang that inevitably develops between Solar System: Mercury, Venus, tunay na matalino ay hindi nagre- older and younger generations.

Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, review; umaasa lang sa stock If we rely only on our stock Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. knowledge [‘A truly intelligent knowledge—sets of information Current fact: In 2006, Pluto person doesn’t review; s/he relies usually learned back in our has been demoted into a dwarf student days—we take the risk planet, joining Ceres and Eris on stock knowledge’].” of nurturing a mindset that has and other smaller celestial bodies Do you agree with that? become outdated, obsolete, and orbiting the Sun. So, now there are I don’t. To me, the person who irrelevant. What was true in the eight planets in the Solar System. posted that statement is simply past may no longer hold true in Old/obsolete information: giving a haughty excuse not to the present, so we should always The Philippine national language

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Current fact: Since 1987, the Philippine national language is officially called Filipino.

Old/obsolete information: Geographically, Canada was divided into 10 provinces— Alberta, British Columbia, Labrador and Newfoundland, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan—and two territories—Yukon and Northwest Territories.

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The Last Leaf A truly intelligent person is someone who regularly studies and learns new information.

By continually updating our knowledge, we remain in touch with the current worldview. In the Internet age, this is not a difficult task anyway; all we really need are a sense of curiosity and a passion for learning.

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Philippine Basketball Association - Opening Ceremonies of the 2010-11 Season

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BA now boasts 43 teams in 5 divisions and new website www.PBAWinnipeg.net The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), formerly known as the Lipenos Basketball officially launched their 10th Anniversary 2010-11 season with their opening ceremonies on Sunday, November 21 at Daniel McIntyre.

Midget division teams (1994 & younger) - Martini’s, Bison, Mayhem 1, Mayhem 2, Mayhem 3, Wolverines and Winnipeg Spirit.

In the Juvenille division (1989 and under), there are 12 teams - Lan’s Concrete, Wolverines, Betarugs, Chris Calitis, DOPE Boys, Hardwood, Aces, NC IDOLZ, Vickar Automotive/Dr. Perry Lacap, Cading’s Restaurant, West Alexander Technologies and High Tops.

In the Ladie’s Open Division, there are six teams

- Arsenals, Troopers, NABA, Team Winnipeg, Sarte Cooling & Heating and defending champions, Filipino Journal.

The Senior’s Division (1977) also has six teams - Lan’s Concrete, St. Michael, Ramon Laqui, Heat, G Unit and Ballerz.

The Men’s Open Division has 12 teams - La Merage, Team United, Parekoy, Lan’s Concrete, Guimbanian Gwapo, Certiguard McPhillips, Crown Honda/ Outsiders, Loralee Blackjack, Maples Chiropractic, Flight, High Tops/MRD Enterprises and Team Republic.

PBA League Sponsors: Vickar Automotive Group, The Filipino Journal, Viray Financial Services, Mayor Sam Katz, Councilor Mike Pagtakhan, Garden City Shopping Centre, Anthony James Home Selling Team, La Merage, Certiguard McPhillips, Aldo Formals and Tri-M Windows.

Ceremonial jump ball (L-R) Jackie-Lou Juanello, Kevin Chief and Crystal Petkau.

PBA 2010/11 League - 43 teams & over 400 players.

Philippine Basketball Association Committee members, officials and sponoring partners. The Filipino Journal is proud supporter of the PBA.

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We are counting down December with 31 Amazing Holiday Wish Giveaways, including a $4000 travel voucher from Marlin Travel, 24 Inch Troy Built snow blower/thrower from Canadian Tire, Panasonic VIERA 32 LCD TV from Sears, and a New Years Eve party suite at the MTS Centre for the Manitoba Moose game, and many more gifts and gift cards from select mall merchants!

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Garcia provides leadership as captain of Bisons basketball

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ric Garcia is in his second consecutive year as captain with the Bisons. The fifth year Kinesiology and Recreational Management studentathlete was third in team scoring with a 13.3 avg., fifth in Canada West with 4.3 assists per game, sixth in conference steals at 2.3 per game, third in Canada West 3-point shooting at 44.4% and seventh in conference minutes played at 34.0 per game during the 2009-10 season. The Winnipeg native also is a three-time CIS Academic All-Canadian (2007-08, 200809, 2009-10).

Eric Garcia leads the 5-2 Bisons in scoring so far this season averaging 17.6 points per game and is second in Canada West with 25 three pointers made so far this year (50% from 3 point range). Garcia is averaging 28.7 minutes per game with

17.6 pts per game, 3.3 rebounds per game and just under 3 assists per game.

Bison basketball coach Schepp said, “Eric lends a veteran presence to our team and has already shown his leadership skills as captain last season. He will be a big part of the team throughout this season.”

Jonar Huertas is averaging 16.1 minutes per game and 6.3 points per game, 2.4 rebounds per game and is 80% from the free throw line.

The Bisons will host the University of Brandon Bobcats on Friday and Saturday, November 26-27. The Filipino Journal is proud to sponsor Filipino night during the back-to-back matches at the Investors Group Athletic Centre. Support Eric Garcia and Jonar Huertas by joining us at 8:00pm for the men’s basketball game on Friday and Saturday.

Eric Garcia

Jonar Huertas

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