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A 150th birthday present to immigrants from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is the passage of Bill C-6 amending the previous Harper government’s Citizenship Act of 2014, which created the two-tiered Canadian citizenship perceived by some immigrants as racist.

The passage of BillC-6 further affirms Canada’s positive view of immigration, according to Trudeau.

“We made a commitment to Canadians to protect their citizenship and we have delivered,” said the current Minister of Immigration Ahmed Hussen, himself an immigrant from Somalia.

“Canada’s identity has always been shaped by the significant economic, cultural and social contributions of immigrants.

Changes to the Citizenship Act will enhance program integrity, while giving more flexibility to eligible applicants to meet the requirements for citizenship so that they can continue

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Under the new legislation, permanent residents of Canada may apply for citizenship sooner than previously.

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Filipino Communities in Alberta, Collaborated and Celebrated Canada’s 150th Photo Credits: Kaye Ocampo

Filipino community around Banff and area including those from Calgary, jumped the wagon for the celebration of the year, Canada 150th.

In the town of Banff one of the busiest for months prior is Town Coordinator, Jill Harrison.

Filipino Community Organizations within the area & Calgary joined to celebrate Canada’s 150th.

Among the organizations are: Filipino Organization of the Rocky Mountains (FORM), Philippine Independence Organizing

Committee of CalgarySulong Kalayaan Society with M2ZFit & Golden Sparkle Ladies and the The Philippine Culinary Federation of Canada (PCFC).

The celebration kicked off with pancake/sausage breakfast for a cause. An estimated more than a thousand plates have been provided between 9am11am. It was followed by a vibrant, colourful and high spirited parade until noon. A couple of dozens communities around the Bow Valley displayed their cultural traditions

through costumes, dances and performances.

The celebration continued at the Central Park through out the afternoon for more fun and entertainment. It was nothing short of activities all the way to the late night fireworks exhibition.

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Summer is often filled with significant events, celebrated nationally, provincially and locally.

Millions of Canadians engage and participate in various festivals, fairs, and concerts across the country. It is also a time where cultural identities are being showcased and appreciated. Commemorations and celebrations bring unity, cooperation, good will and understanding, gluing together and strengthening the fabric of society.

Strangely and on a few occasions, community celebrations are platforms where shortcomings and neglect (intentional or not) are being played out by an interest group (including the government).

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the other one with a placard). It was safe to assume that Filipino-Calgarians who watched the parade were expecting to see a larger Pinoy contingent in the parade. Three definitely did not bring much glee!

Close to home was the celebration of the Philippines 119th Independence day celebration. Quite possibly for the first time in Filipino-Calgarian community history the traditional flag raising ceremony in front of the City hall was not held. A number of people, though, held the event on top of a building. And many wondered why.

Interestingly, the Philippine independence and stampede experiences conjure questions directed to the shakers, leaders, influencers, power makers and public servants in the Filipino community. In light of our big Filipino population (60K +/-); the expected unifying effect of Philippine Consular Office and the energetic presence of more than 30 Pinoy associations in Calgary; unity and cooperation still seem to be an unachieved dream.

Just last week during the Calgary Stampede Parade, our community, the second largest ethnic population in the city, was visibly represented by three Pinoys (two holding the Philippine flag and

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Calgary, based on the above observations, is regressively changing.

Change for improvement is better. However, change that fosters division and animosity is ridiculously insulting to the intellect, morality, ethics and sense of

Filipino-Calgarians. All in all, the community expects and demands strong, non-partisan and selfless leaders (government and community associations), period!

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Let Your Colour Shine, Canada 150th Celebration

Event: Let Your Colours Shine, Canada 150th Celebration. Organized by Champions Life Centre Calgary, Several cultures, cuisines and costumes were showcased and voted for by members, organizers and guests of the church. Big winners in costume are Mexico, Africa and the Philippines.The emerged winners in the decoration are Nepal, Mexico and China while the Food, everyone and the judges include Jamaica, Korea and China respectively. Photo Credits: Champion Life Centre Calgary, FB Page

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Globalfest was part of the International Pavilion at Calgary Stampede with Cultural Booths and performances.

Globalfest stage Mc’s did a spectacular job in getting audience into a cultural mood and asked who is from out of Town etc.

A number were from UK and USA and other parts of Europe besides those from out of Province and City.

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On Day 4 one of the performing groups were the U of C Filipino Students

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On June 10 at the Philippine Consulate Office invited guests also from Edmonton,Wetaskiwin and Saskatoon celebrated

the 119th Independence with a Flag Raising Ceremony and reading of messages from the Secretary of Foreign Affairs and President Rodrigo Duterte. The program also included Reading of message of Social Security System(SSS)from the Presi-

dent and CEO and the SSS launching Event/Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement where the SSS office is now located in the Consulate.

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and the audience for this was very big and really got into the swing when the Students performed Tinikling and very few in the audience have seen tinikling. Globalfest takes place Aug. 15-26 and for Canada 150 competing Fireworks Teams will be All Canadian with the West, Prairies, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic and the Finale Aug. 26

Picnic on The Park PHOTOS BY: LEN CHAN

119th Philippine Independence Day

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Max’s Fried Chicken Opens its 16th Branch in North America

Community News the star of the table, famous Max’s Fried Chicken. Then Bihon Guisado, Crispy Pata and Caramel Bar for dessert.

Kathy and Lana Marcaida, Operations Director of Max’s Group for North America shared how the business come into fruition in Alberta and Northern America.

DF: What inspired you to fly the Philippines most famous chicken and head toward North America?

Lana: We started it in Edmonton as an initial venue for Alberta. We have noticed that significant a number of our customers are from Southern Alberta, particularly Calgary.

We were also made aware that Calgary is one of the best venue for so many areas which is a really a wise business move on our

Yes the dawn has come, the sun shines and the famous tilaok ( crows) in heart of the Western Canada. July 16th marked the grand opening of Max’s Fried Chicken Restaurant in Calgary.

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American current business franchise operators, former staff, employees,media group and few distinguished personalities gathered to a banquet.

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gauge the authenticity if at will be at par in quality, taste and presentation to its counterpart, Max’s Philippines.

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DF: How and where are the kitchen staff been trained to replicate the original taste of Max’s Philippines?

Kathy: We have sent our key people to get them cross trained in California, Las Vegas & Edmonton.

This is to ensure that the quality and standards of Max’s Restaurant is followed all through out our branches in North America.

DF: How many job opportunities were you able to create and/or will continue to recreate in Calgary?

Lana: We have taken 5 key people from our team in Edmonton as Management. The rest 90% of Staff, crew and other employees are all locally hired here in Calgary.

Just on this branch alone, we have almost opened almost 50 new jobs for Max’s Calgary.

DF: How many Max’s do you currently have now in Canada?

Lana: 5 in total. We are still looking for more very good venue. So far we have 2Toronto, 1Vancouver, 2Alberta and soon in 1Manitoba.

DF: How many branches of Max’s are in existence here in North America?

Kathy: 17. Calgary is our 16th and San Diego is the 17th, including our 3 Yellow Cabs Burger in total full operations Max’s Calgary is inviting Calgarian’s to visit their restaurant located at 3575 21 Street NE Calgary, open daily at 11:00 am.

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Proudly smiling with his coach, Rush Campana of Elorde Southbox in Daang Hari, Las Pinas (Philippines) amateur boxer Eldrine Soriano, of Calgary, AB, shows off his hardware after his unanimous decision win in the Philippines last May

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On its 6th year of Independence Day celebration outside The Philippines, PICC- SKS went out, literally, to Elliston Park, Calgary for a double celebration. The 119tj Philippine Independence & Canada 150th was very well attended by leaders of the community, organizations, associations, businesses, political figures and integrated cultures.

The celebration started with a traditional parade,

waving of flags a line up of program. activities, entertainment, raffles and speeches which filled the whole day.

One of the event’s highlight is the launch of “Pancit Festival” and “Lechon Galore” . 6 big trays and versions of pancit were donated by different Filipino restaurants within the city and 6 large Lechons (roasted. whole pigs) were served during the feast. Over a

thousand of people from different cultures lined up for the sumptuous meal.

Elliston Park now becomes the home of Philippine Independence Day for the next yeara to come.

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on back to back weekends.

Proudly smiling with his coach, Rush Campana of Elorde Southbox in Daang Hari, Las Pinas (Philippines) amateur boxer Eldrine Soriano, of Calgary, AB, shows off his hardware after his unanimous decision win in the Philippines last May. Soriano competed in Elorde Boxing gym’s annual combative sports event UKC 19 (Ultimate Knockout Challenge): comprised of boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and Muay Thai

Soriano left for the Philippines April 30, to train full time and focus on his fight, on May 27 (a purely boxing-filled day).

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Joshua Wong graduated from Bishop Grandin High School. Playing saxophone on their high school band trip to Ottawa, Boston and New York when he was in Grade 10 counts as his memorable moment in high school. He is planning to go to SAIT in college to take Information Technology and be a technician.

Bishop McNally graduate Sharmaine Rapisura is a golf champion. Representing Bishop McNally High School, she remembers her best moments in high school when she won the gold medal of the Girls Individual Division of the

Alberta Schools Athletic Association. Sharmaine also competed in other amateur gold tournaments in her younger years. She came first in the Knights Of Columbus San Lorenzo Ruiz golf tourney.

Sharmaine will study at University of Louisiana in the fall. As early as last year, Sharmaine has been added to the Women’s Golf Program of University of Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Athletics.

Like Sharmaine Rapisura, Jelian Quincina is also a part of the Bishop McNally High School Class of 2017. She enjoyed her high school experience because the high school community welcomed her within the school whether it was in fine arts, sciences and other subjects. This

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fall she will be attending St. Mary’s University to pursue Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and a Bachelor of Education(Elementary) after that. She is pursuing this career path because of her love for children and her admiration of the role teachers play in our lives. She wants to be able to shape the future generations and like to create a safe environment at school for future students, just like her teachers have done for her.

Juancho del Castillo comes from Bishop Carroll High School, a self study school in the South West. In this school, students study on their own and his teacher advisor monitor his academic progress. With this

set-up, Juancho was able to set his own individual pace for his studies and extra-curricular activities.

He likes how he finishes school a month ahead of everybody else. During his first year at Bishop Car-

roll, Juancho was able to travel with the boys rugby team, touring the North Island of New Zealand.

While there, they played 3 games against local high school teams and trained with local rugby coaches.

With this knowledge, Juancho learned how to play better with the Calgary Canadian Irish Athletic Club and was fortunate to be selected for the South Team of Calgary’s boys selection this year.

Juancho has decided to go to Auckland, New Zealand to pursue Culinary Arts at the same time learn how to play from rugby’s best to be able to play for the New Zealand All Blacks or Philippine Volcanoes.

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Bill C-6 as 150th Bday Gift ment is waived by the Minister.

• Individuals serving a conditional sentence will not be granted citizenship, take the Oath of Citizenship, or be able to count this time towards meeting the physical presence requirements for citizenship.

• The Minister has the discretion to grant citizenship to a person to alleviate cases of special and unusual hardship, or to reward services of an exceptional value to Canada. In the new act, statelessness has been added as a stand-alone ground that can be considered for a discretionary grant of citizenship.

• The requirement to take into consideration reasonable measures to accommodate the needs of a citizenship applicant who is a disabled person is now included in the Citizenship Act. • The requirement for applicants to maintain the requirements for citizenship from the time they apply for citizenship until taking the Oath of Citizenship only applied to applications received on or after June 11, 2015.

This requirement now also applies to all applications, including those received before June 11, 2015.

Changes expected to take effect in fall/autumn 2017 Outlined below are measures contained in the new act that the government expects to take effect in fall/autumn 2017.

• Applicants must be physically present in Canada for three out of five years before applying for citizenship.

• Applicants must file Canadian income taxes, if required to do so under the Income Tax Act, for three out of five years, matching the new physical presence requirement.

• Before, applicants had to be physically present in Canada for 183 days in four out of the six years

preceding their application. In the new act, this provision is repealed.

Applicants no longer have to meet this requirement.

• Applicants may count each day they were physically present in Canada as a temporary resident or protected person before becoming a permanent resident as a half-day toward meeting the physical presence requirement for citizenship, up to a maximum credit of 365 days.

• Applicants between 18 and 54 years must meet the language and knowledge requirements for citizenship.

Changes expected to take effect in early 2018 Outlined below are measures contained in the new act that the government expects to take effect in early 2018.

• Minister was the decision-maker for most cases of citizenship revocation on the grounds of false representation, fraud, or knowingly concealing material circumstances in the previous act.

The Federal Court was the decision-maker for citizenship revocation cases involving false representation, fraud, or knowingly concealing material circumstances related to security, human or international right violations, and organized criminality. In the new act, the Federal Court is the decision-maker in all revocation cases, unless the individual requests that the Minister make the decision.

• Before, there was no clear authority for Citizenship Officers to seize fraudulent or suspected fraudulent documents provided under the Citizenship Act. In the new act, a clear authority for Citizenship Officers to seize fraudulent or suspected fraudulent documents is provided under the Citizenship Act.

Horoscope Leo This is a power period for reinventing yourself -- you’re coming on strong. You are considerably more energetic, willful, and assertive.

Virgo You could be feeling more comfortable than usual with your position in life at this time and, by extension, others have more confidence in you. Opportunities to make more money could emerge for some of you.

Libra Others are finding you especially attractive and magnetic. You experience high hopes and enthusiasm, and others are attracted to your unique self-expression and vision.

Scorpio Aim to be courageous and commanding, but watch for blind impulsiveness now. Ego issues can get in the way of perfectly good opportunities to grow and advance.

Sagittarius Someone might turn to you as a confidante this month, and their faith in you can brighten your life. You can feel especially hopeful about friendships, partnerships, and your future in general.

Capricorn This is an excellent time to create a budget or financial plan, or to rid yourself of bad habits that undermine your sense of personal power and self-mastery.

Aquarius It’s a good time for creative communications, romance, and adventure. You’ll find pleasure and social or romantic opportunities through different places and faces.

Pisces Aim to let go of resentment as much as possible. Joy comes from honesty with yourself. Attracting support, if needed, comes naturally.

Aries Tune into your energy and motivation, but tune out, as much as possible, egocentric or reckless inclinations now, as the former can bring you to the finishing line a winner, and the latter can lead to regret.

Taurus Aim to manage your energy so that you avoid a hectic environment. Make lists and plans so that you avoid a haphazard approach.

Gemini Creativity and romance can blossom. It’s an indulgent time when you more frequently pamper yourself. You might discover new ways of having fun or opportunities to express yourself. You’re turning heads in July!

Cancer You might have the courage to ask for a raise or pursue a business deal. The last week of the month is also excellent for test-taking, sharing ideas, and information gathering.

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Juan More Hirit

VAMPIRE RICH Pedro VAMPIRE: Oorder ako ng fresh blood.

ORDINARY Kulas VAMPIRE: Sa akin isang order na dinuguan.

Juan VAMPIRE: Hot water na lang sa akin.

WAITER: Bakit hot water lang po?

POOR Juan VAMPIRE: Nakapulot kasi ako ng napkin (pasador) sa kanto. Mag-tsa tsaa na lang ako... Hahaha!

PROBLEMA Pedro: “pare, malungkot ka ata?”

Juan: “marami akong problema ‘pre..”

Pedro: “wala yun ‘pre. tumingin ka sa akin...”

Juan: “pare naman, please lang. wag mo nang dagdagan pa!”

FANTASY Pedro: Pareng Juan, what is your greatest fantasy?

Juan: To be kissed by someone in the rain, Pare how about you?

Pedro: to be that someone kissing you in the rain. Love you Pare!

COMMON SENSE Juan , nagpasa ng blank paper sa art teacher...

Teacher: Bakit blank ang work mo?

Juan: Nagdrawing po ako ng baka at damo.

Teacher: (tinignan ulit ang papel) San ang damo?

Juan: Ubos na po,kinain ng baka.

Teacher: (kamot sa ulo) Eh nasaan yong baka?

Juan: Ano pa gagawin ng baka dyan, eh wala ng damo? syempre umalis na po.Common sense naman mam!

ULAM Pedro: Alam mo, yung pusa namin, kahit nakalagay sa lamesa at walang takip ang ulam namin, hindi kinakain!

Juan: Maniwala ako?!

Pedro: Totoo!

Juan: Ano ba ang ulam nyo?

Pedro: Asin!--

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Manny Perez WRITER

Temperatures over 25 C and high humidity can challenge your vehicle’s air conditioning system.

Here are five easy tips to keep you and your passengers cool on the road.

1. If possible, leave the windows down slightly on hot days to reduce heat build-up. An A/C system works by removing heat, so the cooler the interior is to start with, the easier and faster the A/C will do its job.

2. When you get in the car, open all the windows completely, or even open the doors, for a moment to vent the hot interior air quickly.

3. When you first turn the A/C on, set the controls to MAX or REC and use highest blower speed. This moves the greatest volume of air and re-circulates it for even faster cooldown. As soon as you are comfortable, switch the system to NORM or OUTSIDE or FRESH, and select a lower fan speed.

The lower blower speed produces colder the air from the system.

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Remember to set the system to the OUTSIDE air mode (not REC) frequently to help prevent or lessen this problem.

5. Automatic Temperature Control systems operate differently than manual systems. Read your owner’s manual to gain understanding of exactly how your system works.

With most automatic systems, the quickest cool-down comes by setting the temperature as low as it will go at first, then adjusting it later to occupant comfort.

Always remember , Air conditioning problems should diagnosed by a professional service facility with the proper tools, training, and certified technicians. Have a nice cooler summer drive folks

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Used car pricing Used car pricing reports typically produce three forms of pricing information.

Dealer or Retail Price is the price you should expect to pay if buying from a licensed new-car or used-car dealer — retail price.

Dealer Trade-in Price or wholesale price is the price you should expect to receive from a dealer if you trade in a car. This is also the price that a dealer will typically pay for a car at a dealer wholesale auction.

Private-Party Price is the price you should expect to pay if you were buying from an individual. A private-party seller is hoping to get more money than they would with a trade-in to a dealer. A private-party buyer is hoping to pay less than the dealer retail price.

The growth of the Internet has fueled the availability of information on the prices of used cars. This information was once only available in trade publications that dealers had access to.

There are now numerous sources for used car pricing. Multiple sources of used car pricing means that listed values from different sources may differ. Each pricing guide receiving data from different sources and makes

different judgments about that data.

Pricing of used cars can be affected by geography. For example, convertibles have a higher demand in warmer climates than in cooler areas. Similarly, pickup trucks may be more in demand in rural than urban settings. The overall condition of the vehicle has a major impact on pricing. Condition is based on appearances, vehicle history, mechanical condition, and mileage.

There is much subjectivity in how the condition of a car is evaluated.

There are various theories as to how the market determines the prices of used cars sold by private parties, especially relative to new cars. One theory suggests that new car dealers are able to put more effort into selling a car, and can therefore stimulate stronger demand. Another theory suggests that owners of problematic cars (“lemons”) are more likely to want to sell their cars than owners of perfectly functioning vehicles.

Therefore, someone buying a used car bears a higher risk of buying a lemon, and the market price tends to adjust downwards to reflect that.

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Monette Esmeria BANFF CORRESPONDENT

Start them young, so the saying goes. Sports is important in a child’s character building. It teaches our youth the value of teamwork, discipline, camaraderie. Sports help build self confidence and allows kids to put their bursting energy to good use.

In Banff, there are various sporting events and classes that are designed for kids. Most are organized and sponsored by

non-profits, the municipality, and some businesses.

Kids can enjoy sports for free or for minimal cost.

Banff is a community that loves the outdoors and physical activity. It is a community that finds real value in introducing kids early on to sports and recreation, whether indoors or outdoors, anything that pulls them away from their gadgets or couches.

Two sports events in June highlighted the kids love for sports. The Banff Minor Soccer, a volunteer-run organization

that offers a recreational program for Bow Valley youth who are interested in playing soccer, held its end-of-season tournament in the last week of June.

Meanwhile, the Banff Kids Marathon, sponsored by Bank of Montreal, is an annual event held usually in the midweek of June.

The kids that participated in these events are in the age range of 3-12. Photos taken during these events will attest to how much the kids enjoy their time and their enviable zest for life.

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Collaboration is now the new word for success.... and these groups of people are integral part the Gala’s success, which whom PCFC is privileged to worked collaboratively with.

Our collaborators, Diaryo Filipino Editorial Board, Filipino Canadian Magazine and The Filipino Champions of Canada.

PCFC is so grateful for the support of generous sponsors and donors. The association is very much honoured by the presence of distinguished guests from various fields, organizations, associations and people from different walks of life.

The PCFC culinary team is very thankful for the devotion and commitment by all the volunteers, the unsung heroes who whole heartedly made time to deliver an event to remember.

For those of you who did not make it to the Gala, there is always next time and in the meantime may we entice you with the grandeur, the elegance, the world class and bench mark of excellence as described by those who experienced and witnessed and raved about last June 19th, 2017. Let us also take your palate to some parts of the world that helped shape the Canadian cuisine, We agreed, a history is made The Pearl of the Orient Seas Cuisine married well with True North cultures and palates.

PCFC GALA FOOD MENU Appetizer: LuzViMinda ( Trio Appetizer): as created by Team Norben Sayon & Ricky Asuncion LUZON: Lumpiang Sariwa ( with Indonesia, Vietnam, France) Freshly picked Danvers Carrots, Jicama, Radishes, Roasted Peanut drizzled with Lemon Coconut Vinaigrette, nestled on fluffy Egg Crepe topped with Cheese Nachos.

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Philippine Culinary Federation is grateful and humbled to have celebrated the 119th Philippine Independence day with no less than the World Ice Carving Champions, the Baisas Brothers and PCFC’s most talented Chefs in a first of its kind Gala.

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CEBU: Cebuchon Sisig (Hawaii, Polynesia) Succulent, slowly Roasted Pig belly seasoned and spiced with enough sweetness tangy mix from plum and apple sauce .

PCFC Food Gala and Fundraiser Highlights

MINDANAO: GenSan Maki (Japan, China, France) Savoury tuna ceviche with garlic fried rice seasoned with the aroma and flavour of sesame oil carefully encased with roasted nori wrapper..

SOUP: Creme dela Crema Butternut Squash with Tortilla Crostini and Crab Meat. (Carribean, India, Mexico, Italy) A balanced blend of creaminess from squash and pure coconut cream, with hint of lemongrass juice, ginger and seasonings.

Complemented by the crispiness of Tortilla Crostini and topped with Crab meat.

SALAD: Lamb Chop Inasal : as created by Team Carlos Bongala (Greece, Mediterranean) Grilled Lamb marinated and basted with anatto, lime pepper and vinegar o a bed of semi pearl Farro, roasted Corn and sweet Peppers, herbed Goat Cheese blend with honey lime emulsion PALATE CLEANSER: Panna-CotTAHOOO: as created by Team Merrie Lim (Italy, Indoenesia, China) The Italian sweetened cream pudding that resembles peddlers Stret comfort silken soy tofu.

The Menu as prepared and created by Philippine Culinary Federation of Canada final test prior to the Gala Night (Photo courtesy: Eric Cordero (FCM Magazine)

MAIN: Sous Vide Caldereta: as created by Team Jun Causapin and Gilmars Bacani ( France, Canada) Roasted Beef Roulade in Caldereta Sauce matched with truffle mashed Potatoes, stuffed Bell Pepper, Heirloom Carrots, flavoured with perfect saltiness of Spanish Green Olives and velvetiness of Canadian Cheddar Cheese.

DESSERT: Deconstructed Halo-Halo: as created by Team Ely Salar ( Molecular Gastronomy) Raspberry Caviar, Mango Gelee, Brulee Banana, Macapuno Strings, Jackfruit mixed with shaved ice and topped with Ube microsponge, Leche Flan, Coconut Ice Cream nestled on White Chocolate Bamboo.

The World Champions in Ice Carving Arena. Tony and Ross Baisas a.k.a. Baisas Brothers. (Photo Credit: Dan Porter)

The Food Gala Venue @ the iconic Heritage Park Gasoline Alley, Calgary and 150 guests (Photo Credit: Michael Siervo)

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Spiritual

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Who is Mary?

Being aware of what’s encroaching (influencing) us Ymor H.

Fr. Edmund Vargas COLUMNIST

We can reflect on Christ’s life and times from the perspective of Mary, Christ’s mother and His closest disciple.

Christ’s coming into our world can be seen from the perspective of Mary’s own preparations for the birth of her own Son, our Savior. Her intense awareness of Christ’s presence in our lives can inspire to make His presence more meaningful to us. Mary is a model for us as we try to imitate her sense of humility and obedience as she struggles to reconcile her own personal wish to remain a virgin in her entire life with God’s will for her to become the mother of the Redeemer. God’s presence in her womb

is a powerful inspiration that can motivate us to create a space for God’s presence in our own personal lives.

Mary is our role model in accepting God’s coming into our complicated lives. We have to appreciate Mary’s sense of openness and humility is welcoming into her own private life the birth of the Savior of the world. We can learn so much from Mary’s love and generosity as she surrenders her own will to follow God’s will in her life.

As we continue to honor Mary through the year, let us reflect on our popular prayer to her: Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed are thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy

Mary, mother of God, pray for us, sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

In Mary’s fullness of God’s grace, we seek to fill our own emptiness for God’s love and mercy. In Mary’s presence in the Lord, we re-discover our own presence before the Lord in the various given opportunities of our life. In Mary’s holiness, we renew our resolve to be holy and to share the love and presence of Jesus with others. With the help and intercession of Mary, we ask God to inspire and guide us to be more conscious of our sinfulness and our need for forgiveness and reconciliation as we remind ourselves of the end of our earthly journey in death and/or Christ’s second coming.

During the past several months, millions of people around the world have been and continue to be anxious and fearful.

From London to Tehran, Iraq and the Philippines (in Marawi city where at least 202 have died, including 134 terrorists, 38 government troops and 30 civilians), many have perished because of hatred, ideology or differences in belief.

Canadians are not spared from the impact of these dreadful events. Likewise, other forms of assault to Canadians are creeping with impunity. The horizon is clouded with economic uncertainties.

On the social front, confusion is taking hold. With the political landscape full of challenges and morality turned relative. Fake news is overtaking truth.

Mental diseases are adding

burden to many families.

Spiritual bankruptcy is on the rise. Relationships are on the brink of collapse.

The drum of war is getting louder. Climate change is ever changing.

Where do we go from here?

Ignore, evade, let it be, or face the problems head on are the options at hand.

To ignore is to make one vulnerable. To evade is to miss opportunity. Letting it pass means more collateral damage. Facing it head on is a picture of maturity. And maturity is the correct and appropriate response to any event in life – individually and collectively.

Closer to home, there is a general feeling that our community is indifferent or even oblivious to what is currently happening.

Join us in honoring the Centennial Image of Our Lady of Fatima!

St James Church (5504 20th Street SW) welcomes the Centennial Image of Our Lady of Fatima with an Outdoor Procession on Friday, July 21, 6 pm, followed by Holy Mass at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome!

On January 11, 2017 six statues of the Immaculate Heart of Mary were blessed by Pope Francis as the “International Centennial Pilgrim Image of Our Lady of Fatima” commissioned by the Alliance of the Holy Family International (AHFI) and Human Life International Austria. Brought together by a common goal, that is, to re-echo the Blessed Mother’s URGENTappeal to the world for PRAYER and REPARATION, these two global apostolates tandem together to bring her Centennial Pilgrim Image to parishes in all countries in the year of her 100th Anniversary as Our Lady of Fatima (1917-2017).

After the blessing of the Holy Father, one pilgrim image will be brought and accompanied by the missionaries of the AHFI to visit parishes and dioceses in every country per continent.

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Remarkably, few are passionately engaged in various social issues that threaten our social fabric.

And the rest, as if, are content on ignoring, evading and letting go these concerns that in the long run affect the very essence of community in particular and society in general.

The gravity of social issues engulfing society should not be taken lightly. The closer these issues get into peoples’ lives the more confusion and chaos will flourish in society.

Being aware and vigilant are necessary steps to take into account. Complacency and non-engagement affect everyone. To be part of the solution requires intension and resolve. Being aware of what’s encroaching (influencing) us is the key to coming up with appropriate responses.

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Sana naging sibuyas nalang ang puso ko... para kahit sugatan at durugin ito ng ibang tao sa huli sila pa rin ang iiyak ng husto...

Dear Madame KC,

when we fought and my mom would take his side. Funny but true. He was well loved by my family.

Lahat nag sasabi na ‘’setting the one you love free could give you peace of mind’. Pero I never thought it would be Later that year, he this painful. told me that he was not so sure of I had this on and his feelings for me. off relationship Both of us worked for two years. Sa on it. But all the ibang tao, it was love, time and almost too good to effort I gave wasn’t be true. The first enough to make time Richard broke him stay. And I up with me, he said never realized that he needed time to I could love sometake care of matters one this much until at home and work. he had left. Hindi Kinaya ko as much ko masabi sa family as I could to under- ko about it. Richstand him. Months ard told me not to after the break-up, close the door yet. when I was already He said that after a starting to date oth- year, kung wala pa er guys, he asked s’yang girlfriend, for a reconciliation. it would mean he I accepted him really loved me. My back. mind tells me to let go but my heart Boto ang parents tells me to stay and ko sa kanya. He was wait. like a member of the family. There I can understand were even times the first time was

really a mistake.

But now, I don’t know. Lahat ng decision ko, I would always consider him. I never complained kung hindi kami nagkikita ng one week or two. I never said anything when he told me his feeling for me had diminished.

He said that the friendship we had was so true that he could not afford to lose it. He said he was afraid that time would come when we would have to part ways so he was trying to save the friendship while he still could.

I am working on my papers for my permanent residency. But until now, I’m not sure if I want to stay here for good. His papers will expire on January. What if he decides to go back to Philippines for

good? What if I stay in Canada and then realize that I am waiting for nothing? I don’t know.

They said that I am still young and should not waste my time on him.

But I love him so much. Letting go is not going to be easy as they say.

I know God has a reason for doing this to me. But does it have to be this painful? I remember one time you said that letting the person know how you feel and pursuing what you feel are totally different things. All I want is to let him know na mahal na mahal ko siya.

Sincerely yours, Marlyn ==========

Dear Marlyn, Naniniwala ako na umaasa ka sa taong nand’yan pa para s’yo pero matagal na s’yang wala. Naghahanap lang ng magandang reason si Richard para makawala sa inyong relasyon.

You know how men can get away with words. Saving the friendship was just an excuse. Napaka unfair at selfish when he wanted you to hold on and see if he still loved you after a year had passed.

son you love shows no respect for what you feel and makes lame excuses for his inability to love you back. Love isn’t love until you give away. But love will only have life when it is shared by two people who believe in its meaning, by people who share one goal, one commitment, and by people who are selflessly loyal to each other.

God’s ways aren’t always easy and painless. Some are meant to open our eyes to what we do Hindi masamang not see. Some are magmahal. You meant to make us may be able to bear realize what we the pain when love stubbornly refuse begins to hurt. And to understand. But when it hurts, you all of them will may still be able to always be meant to give even more. You make us stronger may be even able to and better persons. love until it hurts We just have to no more. But what trust Him on that. good does it bring you when the perMadame KC

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Distance has little to do with forgetting. This healing should begin in your heart. Acceptance is the first step to recovery.

Once you have learned to understand that this is where it ends then it is the only time when you will learn how to move on with life without having to stop every time you are reminded of the bitterness of the past.

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