Halina sa Fiesta!

by Mila Bongco-Philipzig

6th Annual Edmonton

June 17-18, 2023

Borden Park

The annual Edmonton Filipino Fiesta (EFF) celebrates its 6th year in 2023. This festival is a family-oriented celebration that

Nuisance Dog: Dogs that bark too loudly and too frequently can be reported. Other misbehaviours that can be reported are being unable to control the dog or keep the dog on a leash while outside the owner’s home, or excessive pooping in inappropriate places. The owner can be charged with fines up to $250. Information on how to report can be found at https://www.edmonton. ca/residential_neighbourhoods/ pets_wildlife/nuisance-dogs.aspx

Caring for Pets during Unexpected Personal Emergencies

1. Safe House for Pets when Escaping Domestic Violence: Sometimes, when someone who is abused by their spouse wants to leave, what prevents them from doing so is the fear that their pets will be harmed when they go away. There is a Pet Safekeeping Program run by the Alberta SPCA, where the victim’s pets can be cared for, while getting supports from domestic violence. For more information, go to: www. albertaspca.org and search for “Pet Safekeeping.”

2. Food Bank for Pet Food: When times are tough financially, many are still dedicated in caring for their