Filipino Journal Manitoba Edition October 05 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

OCTOBER 5 - 20, 2021 | VOL 35 NO 19

FilipinoJournal.com

204 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH: SAFE WALK & KIDDIE PATROL

Expect the Kiddie Patrol to be around in your vicinity to help educate the children for safety in the community through mock patrol, games and treats.

Launched in 2019 and temporary discontinued because of Pandemic, the Kiddie Patrol, through the initiative of 204 Neigbourhood Watch Inc., St. James Deerlodge Neighbourhood Watch, Bayanihan of Winnipeg and Sulat-Kamay Charity, the Kiddie Patrol is on the way out again, inspiring other younger people to know better what is going on in their community.

Go! Go! Kiddie Patrol. and watch these kids to inspire other kids for community service! Hats off!

Photo courtesy of Leila Castro Page 7 ►

Zumba Birthday Celebrations in the park FEATURE | 10 ►

PBA: Back on the court in Calgary COMMNITY | 8 ►

Journey to Vancouver TRAVEL | 15 ►

Beatriz Gomez crowned Ms. Universe Philippines 2021 STARIRAY | 5 ►

“The right time to plan is right now.”

At the time of need or when planning ahead call Mila, your Kababayan in the business.

Get organized now: Call our Planning Specialist and get a FREE Planning Kit: 204-996-2009

Glen Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery

Mila Mendoza Planning Specialist

by Arbor Memorial 204-982-7557 • glenlawn.ca

Arbor Memorial Inc.

CLIENT:

Arbor Memorial

BLEED:

None

DOCKET:

D016327

TYPE SAFETY:

0.125” all around

NAME:

Glen Lawn Right Time to Plan

COLOUR:

4 Colour Process

AD SIZE:

3.35”w x 2”h

ZENY REGALADO

EVENT SALES MANAGER

2

October 5 - 20, 2021

All photos & articles available online!

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

FilipinoJournal.com

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

3

October 5 - 20, 2021

Beautiful. Personal. Affordable.

At your time of need or when planning ahead, call 204-982-7550 Ask for a Planning Kit!

www. glenlawn.ca 455 Lagimodiere Blvd • Winnipeg

FREE

Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home

by Arbor Memorial

Family Owned. Proudly Canadian.

Arbor Memorial Inc.

Ad Size: 4” x 3” h B/W Publication: Contact: Erik Moloney Format: high res PDF by aLfie vera mella GL Number:elfideas102@yahoo.com 5660 – 6725 Ref.#: PRT-060-S-AD Business card (from Bishop Gr.) ©Arbor Memorial Inc., 2016

Pagluluksâ ng Isáng Sepulturéro

Símoy ng madalíng-áraw ay insénso Tunáw na kandilà sa putìng kalburò Tuyóng dáhon ay wináwalis ng hángin Mga nítsong umáantig sa damdámin Bigláng bumúhos ang malakás na úlan Isinuót butás na kapóteng tángan Ang lúmang páyong ay nawalán ng saysáy Gáya ng mga kinalimútang patáy Pinagpatúloy pagbubungkál ng lupà Tánging armás ay páwis, píko, at pála Di alíntanà sikmúrang kumákalam Bastá ang trabáho ay hindí mabálam At bágo umuwî pagkagát ng dilím Lápida ay babasáhin nang taimtím Mga parirálang magsísilbing dasál Ang papawì sa 'spíritung napápagal Hábang pinápatilà basbás ng lángit Mananalángin múna nang nakapikít Bugsô ang kasiyáhan lámang t'wing Undás Ngayón nása'n na mga táo't palabàs?

Note: A poem consisting of five quatrains of 12-syllable lines written with and illustration by LoveKat

Let’s get social

FilipinoJournal.com

4

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

Manny Pacquiao officially hanging up his gloves

Duterte is still a candidate to beat for VP

I

n the upcoming 2022 elections, President Rodrigo Duterte remains to be the vice-presidential candidate “to beat”, Malacañang insisted on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque noted that there are still uncertainties in Duterte’s electoral bid since President Duterte has yet to file their certificates of candidacy. The filing of certificates of candidacy is set on Oct. 1 to 8.

“Be that as it may, the President remains the candidate to beat in the 2022 elections,” he said in a statement.

A PDP-Laban faction led by Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi is pushing for Duterte to run for vice

president and said the group will continue to highlight Duterte’s achievements in his stint as chief executive. President Duterte has already signed the party’s certificate

of nomination and acceptance to run for vice president. However, this PDP-Laban faction is still convincing Senator Bong Go to be Duterte’s running mate.

De Lima seeks court's approval to publicize her COC filing preps

M

Sen. Leila De Lima, 62, confirmed her reelection bid and asked the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court Branch 256 in an urgent motion on Tuesday, September 29, 2021, to "direct the PNP-Custodial Service Unit to allow the taking of her Certificate of Nomination and Acceptance (CONA) and Certificate of Candidacy (COC) photographs inside the PNP Custodial Center in the earliest possible time. De Lima, who is one of Duterte's menacing critics, has been incarcerated since Feb. 24, 2017, over her alleged entanglement in the illegal drugs trade which she strongly repudiates the charges against her and said her incarceration is meant to silence her.

The detained senator has asked a Muntinlupa court to allow a photographer at the Philippine National Police (PNP) Custodial Center to take her pictures and her lawyer to notarize documents required for her candidacy for the Senate anew in 2022, assures will observe proper health and safety protocols imposed at the PNP Custodial Center, where she is detained. The Commission on Elections set the filing of certificates of candidacy for the May 9, 2022 polls on Oct. 1-8, 2021.

The Prosecution has been asked to comment on the motion.

anny Pacquiao threw his hat into the presidential race a few days ago as the standard-bearer for the PDP-Laban faction. After so much speculation, Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves and confirming his retirement from boxing in a 14-minute video statement on Facebook on Wednesday, September 21, 2021. Pacquiao was upset by Cuban Yordenis Ugas in August in Las Vegas in what turned out to be his swan song. His legacy as one of the greatest to ever do it has long been cemented despite the stunning loss. Pacquiao is boxing’s only eight-division champion.

Three years after making his debut as a scrawny 16-year-old he won his first world title as a flyweight in 1998. Pacquiao made his United States debut as a replacement fighter and scored a gleaming win over the favored Lehlo Ledwaba to claim the IBF super-bantamweight crown, in 2001. That bout paved the way for his stardom. Pacquiao, who was elected senator in 2016, departing from the boxing scene means he will solely focus on his political career as he aims for the highest post in the 2022 elections.

150 Chinese fishing vessels spotted in the West Philippine Sea

D

uring the House deliberations on the proposed national budget for the fiscal year 2022, it was disclosed by the National Security Council (NSC) through Muntinlupa Representative Ruffy Biazon that there was the presence of an estimated 150 Chinese vessels doing "fishing" operations. Biazon, who sponsors its budget, is also the vice-chairman of the House committee on national defense and security. Gabriela party-list

Representative Arlene Brosas inquired about the continued presence of the Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea and asked what are the specifications of the Chinese vessels in the resource-rich region.

According to Biazon, these vessels look like civilian vessels, however, they really have some "strategic" mission. However, Biazon refused to disclose the number of Philippine military vessels deployed in the area in the interest of national

security. The presence of the Chinese Navy vessels was on top of the estimated 240 Chinese militia vessels scattered in the territorial waters off Kalayaan in Palawan also in the Philippines exclusive economic zone and continued to be monitored. Six vessels of the Chinese Navy, including at least three warships, were spotted in the West Philippine Sea by Philippine sovereignty patrols this April.

Contributing Writers: Kris Ontong Jomay Amora-Dueck Eric Labaupa Gem & Lita Anis Johnny Cantiveros Ryan Reyes Tony and Letty Antonio Leila Castro Max Sangil Perry Diaz Kathryn Valladolid Ebrahim

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

Rod Escobar Cantiveros

Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

Ron Cantiveros

Business Development

Photographers: Star Roxas

Alfie vera Mella Associate Editor

Clarence Cantiveros Creative Services

Rosalinda Linsangan Natividad-Cantiveros

Founder, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief- Filipino Journal (1987-2008)

All photos & articles available online!

Alfred Gaddi

We welcome submissions-news, articles, pictures and letters.

Letters must include signature and phone number; names can be withheld upon request. We reserve the right to edit for length and content. All submissions, unless arrangements are made, become the property of the publisher. Reproduction of contents, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without the expressed written permission from the Publisher/Editor. Opinions by columnist, writers, and readers do not in any way reflect those of the Publisher/Editor.

Published by

Molave Publishing Company, Inc. 46 Pincarrow Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1E3 •Tel: (204) 489-8894 •info@filipinojournal.com •www.filipinojournal.com Publications Mail Agreement No. 40032612 Return Undeliverable Canadian Addresses to: Molave Publishing Company, Inc. 46 Pincarrow Road, Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1E3

Bryan Mesias Nonie Manalili

FilipinoJournal.com

Beatrice Luigi Gomez of Cebu City crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2021

GMA teases a ‘Kuya’ from ABS-CBN joining the network?

A

s seen on a teaser poster of GMA Network Facebook page on September 29, 2021.

It shows a blurred photo of the new GMA talent gesturing finger heart.

Alluding fans that “Kuya” will be coming to the network “soon,”. It appears longtime Kapamilya Kim Atienza will no longer be appearing on ABS-CBN as GMA teased a certain “Kuya” joining the network. Eagleeyed fans automatically speculated the network was referring to “TV Patrol” weather anchor Atienza but GMA did not provide further details about the obvious yet unidentified personality.

Kuya Kim is best known for his educational show “Matanglawin.

Appeared as a host in several ABSCBN shows, such as the morning show “Umagang Kay Ganda,” noontime variety program “Its

5

October 5 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

Photo source: MUPh via Vanessa Balbuena

Showtime”. He is also the resident news anchor for the “TV Patrol” segment “Weather-Weather Lang” derived from his iconic tagline.

Aside from the teaser poster, through a Facebook Live video on September 28, 2021, Atienza appeared to have hinted to his fans about the transfer when he said “the transition is real,” It’s moving from Point A to Point B.

Photo source: MJ Felipe, ABS-CBN News

C

Carlo Aquino almost had a role in Netflix's hit series "Squid Game."

ongratulations to Beatrice Luigi Gomez from Cebu City for winning Miss Universe Philippines 2021! The Beauty Queen of Cebu City was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2021 during the live coronation night held in Panglao, Bohol on Thursday, September 30. Only the top 30 candidates were chosen to compete live and in-person during the coronation night. Starting with 100 delegates in this year’s edition they were gradually eliminated through a series of challenges.

Four other women were crowned

alongside Bea. Here are the winners of the other titles: Miss Universe Philippines 1st runner-up: Maureen Christa Wroblewitz, Pangasinan Miss Universe Philippines 2nd runner-up: Steffi Rose Aberasturi, Cebu Province Miss Universe Philippines Tourism: Katrina Dimaranan, Taguig Miss Universe Philippines Charity: Victoria Velasquez Vincent, Cavite Bea will represent the Philippines in the Miss Universe 2021 pageant, which will be held in Israel in December.

Photo source: MUPh via Vanessa Balbuena

Maja soon to be part of Eat Bulaga!?

I

n the US and 65 other countries themed series, which is rated as and territories the new hit one of Netflix's top programs in 22 survival series “Squid Game” countries due to pandemic travel is now the No. 1 show on Netflix. It restrictions. Instead, 34-year old tells the story of a group of hard-up Anupam Tripathi took over the players who accept an invitation role. He was originally cast to to compete in children's games portray Abdul Ali, or Player No. for a whopping 45.6 billion won 199, a Pakistani migrant worker in (roughly P1.9 billion), not knowing Korea who was forced to join the that there is a deadly catch to the deadly game to help his wife and competition. Carlo Aquino revealed child after his Korean employer that "Squid Game" director Hwang refused to pay his already delayed Dong-hyuk had offered him a role salary. Carlo would have joined in the series through an Instagram Christian Lagahit, also known as post from June 2020 that showed a Player 276, as the only Filipino S in the trending Korean series Uactor O handwritten note from the show's L U B A a which appeared on the show's & Freposted director. The actor Yalso T R O F story I: DJ Rico Robles about fourth episode titled "Stick to the Tfrom AFmissed Mhis role.

Team", helping some of the main Carlo, unfortunately, lost out cast in the fatal tug-of-war game. on becoming a part of the survivalTH E

DECE

17-J 20, 20

MBER

AN

PU

TH E

FI LI PI

NO CO

M M UN

ITY SI

Ryan Agoncillo and Jose Manalo alluded to a new artist joining the noontime show for a new dance segment which left netizens guessing. Ryan described the new host as one of the best in both acting and dancing in the industry. He stressed the syllables "MA-HU"

1987

NCE

al.com

oJourn

Filipin

NO 24 | VOL 31

32612

ent 400

l Agreem

ions Mai

Publicat

18 5, 20 UARY

LSE OF

eir cted th V HU TI indu MAF $)7, RI¿F ɼ City.

I 0 , _ Garden WLRQ R 0$)7 d Inns HU WKH LQGXF na Ca at RY UHVLGHG versary knot... th anni DJWDNKDQ S s the H 3 their 40 as tie rated QFLOORU 0LN las Al ɼ d celeb _ Ai Ai De ne an VLGHQW &RX ,5$< ...

67$5 UH milesto coming hed a HUD 9LFH 3 ac me re ho do hers &DEU Fernan ɼ o Teac LFWRULD Judith 81,7< _ Filipin HQW DQG 9 tion of UHVLG &200 e...

Associa DO\Q 7DQ 3 -RXUQDO co Liv HQ anitoba SLQR ucheng The M HUV ZLWK * DQDOLOL _ )LOL ond La ¿F Raym (57 _ ɼ QHZ RI \ 1HOVRQ 0 &21& 3KRWR E ow...

Out Sh ɼ 7_ y Sold Jo Ko $,10(1 57

(17(

DECEMB

Publicatio

ns Mail

ER 5-20 , 2017 | VOL

30 th ANNIV

ERSARY

31 NO 23

WAAY SEASON 2 BASKET 1: S OF FUN Agreemen

t 40032612

Court is no kids reg w in session wi iste basketbal red to play in th more than 30 the 0 l provide 2017-18 season upcoming WA kid active and s with an op . WAAY contin AY po ues to held eve learn from tea rtunity to have ry m fun, be Photo by Sunday at Go play. WAAY gam rdo Ron Ca ntiveros n Bell High Sc es are :$$< | Filipino _ ɼ ho Journal ol.

Jollibee &200 Northgate 81,7< _ Opening ɼ Senator Enverg &2 0081

,7< _

TH E PU

LSE OF

TH E FIL IPI NO

COMM

UN ITY

Filipino

SINCE

1987

Journal.

Let’s get social a dies at

ɼ

as he uttered, "Mahusay" with Jose also stressing the syllable "MA "in his spiels. Some of its followers were quick to mention that the hosts might be pertaining to Maja especially when the noontime show uploaded the teaser on its Facebook account. Raising the question, Is

61

Roger Le

Gra

nd Park 81,7< _ ɼ

&200

20

17 Mi 67$5,5 ss Universe $<_ ... ɼ

com

FilipinoJournal.com

Maja Salvador joining Eat Bulaga?

It further intensified when Eat Bulaga! revealed in a separate teaser the title of the segment—"Maximum Sayawan" in which the words bore the initials of Maja: M.S. Maja does not have any contract with any station, so she is free to join any TV show, her fans pointed out but still there were those still wishing to see her back in ABS-CBN. Maja is currently working on two shows with TV5, the prime-time series Nina Nino and POPinoy, a realitysinging competition where she is a judge. The show is produced by Archangel Media, a subsidiary of APT Entertainment and TAPE, Inc. coincidentally the producer of Eat Bulaga! Maja's inclusion in the noontime show has yet to be confirmed and announced.

6

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

Foodie influencer Primrose Madayag Knazan to launch debut YA Novel Lessons in Fusion Winnipeg, MB: Lessons in Fusion is a coming-of-age story of family, identity, and creativity. Readers will get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into life as a food blogger. Try your hand at Sarah’s fusion recipes, detailed at the opening of each chapter.

PRIMROSE MADAYAG KNAZAN writes from a distinctly Filipinx-Canadian, Jewish, and woman’s perspective. Her plays have been produced by the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Winnipeg Jewish Theatre, and Sarasvati Productions.

Her work has been featured at the International Writers Festival, CBC Radio, the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival and other theatre festivals in Winnipeg and Toronto.

Her plays have been published in the anthologies Breakout: an anthology of emerging Manitoban playwrights, Beyond the Pale featuring writers

of colour, and Generation NeXXt. Primrose is also a food writer for the Filipino Journal and a social media influencer and brand ambassador in the local food sphere promoting Manitoba restaurants and artisan products as @pegonaplate on Instagram. She is the mother of two Filipinx-Jewish boys.

Lessons in Fusion launches in-person and virtually on October 9 at 7 p.m. in partnership with McNally Robinson. The event will be hosted by Tyler Magz of Virgin Radio.

“Lessons in Fusion is very modern and includes social media as well as the difficulties of life during a pandemic, yet it is also the timeless story of one young woman who is coming of age as she discovers her familial roots and the much bigger story of the need for

October Recognition Counts Webinars

I

f you are an internationallytrained professional and plan to work in the same, similar, or alternative profession in Manitoba, you’ll want to register for one of SEED’s Recognition Counts webinars in October.

The webinars will explain Recognition Counts loans for skilled immigrants, showcase newcomers who have been successful in getting back to their careers, share valuable resources on Canadian workplace

culture and integration, and provide tips to achieve financial stability as a skilled newcomer.

To register, click on the link below for the session you would like to attend: October Recognition Counts Webinars – SEED Winnipeg

3rd Doses Now Available For Manitobans Third doses of an mRNA vaccine will be available to: • people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised due to a medical condition and/or treatment; • individuals who wish to receive a third dose for travel purposes; and • individuals who have received one or two doses of a vaccine that is not approved by Health Canada.

• residents and staff of First Nation personal care homes Third doses will become available in October for residents of all personal care homes.

PRIMROSE MADAYAG KNAZAN

diversity and cultural acceptance in all facets of life.” — Highly Recommended, CM Magazine Primrose is available for interviews.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

M

anitobans recognized the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Thursday, September 30th. The day was an opportunity to learn and engage in meaningful discussions about residential schools and its tragic enduring legacy in our country.

In June, the House of Commons passed Bill C-5, establishing a new federal statutory holiday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to be observed on Sept. 30 annually starting this year. The Manitoba government has also recognized this day as a day of observance to encourage reflection and meaningful discussions about the impacts of residential schools.

Observing the day was vital to memorializing residential school experiences, witnessing and honouring the healing journeys of survivors and their families, and committing to the ongoing process of reconciliation.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is just one-step in the process to heal the relationship with Indigenous peoples by having meaningful discussions about the

The 44th Federal Election by the Numbers GATINEAU, Wednesday, September 29, 2021 • The 44th federal election took place on September 20, 2021.

• Elections Canada's preliminary estimates indicate that 17,209,000 Canadians cast a ballot. This translates into a voter turnout rate of about 62.5%. Exact voter turnout numbers will be published in the Official

Voting Results report.

• Approximately: ▫ 10,246,000 voted at their polling station on election day or in their long-term care facility ▫ 5,895,000 voted at advance polls between Friday, September 10, and Monday, September 13 ▫ 883,000 voted by special ballot from within their electoral district

▫ 158,000 voted by special ballot from outside their electoral district (includes deployed military personnel, inmates and electors who were in Canada but outside their electoral district) ▫ 27,000 electors living outside Canada voted by special ballot • To serve Canadians, Elections Canada opened 501 offices, hired

All photos & articles available online!

trauma Indigenous peoples and their families have faced and to build a bridge to a new, healthier, more positive and productive relationship.

We all have a role to play in the reconciliation and healing process for Indigenous peoples who have suffered the physical and emotional trauma of the residential school system and with recent tragic discoveries on the grounds of residential schools across Canada makes this day even more significant.

In 2017, Manitoba passed legislation to recognize formally Sept.

30 as Orange Shirt Day to encourage meaningful discussions about the trauma of residential schools.

Flags on all provincial government buildings were lowered to half-mast to align with long-standing protocol for all National Days of Observance. Schools and non-essential government services and offices will also be closed for the day to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. At sunset, the Legislative Building was lit up with an orange Every Child Matters graphic to honour the children that never returned home from residential schools. The graphic was designed by Natalie Thiessen in partnership with Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. around 215,000 people and offered 7,300 advance and 61,400 election day voting desks in 338 electoral districts.

• 22 registered parties were represented and 2,010 candidates were confirmed.

"I want to thank electors for their participation and patience during the election as we implemented safety measures. I know that this voting experience was different for many Canadians, and in some

FilipinoJournal.com

cases more difficult," says Chief Electoral Officer Stéphane Perrault.

"I also want to take the opportunity to thank the returning officers and all of the election workers who worked tirelessly to deliver what was truly an unprecedented election in these challenging times."

Elections Canada is an independent, non-partisan agency that reports directly to Parliament.

7

October 5 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

Kiddie Patrol to help educate the children for safety!

K

iddie Patrol was held on evening of Sep 23. The event was made possible through collaboration by groups 204 Neighbourhood Watch Inc, St James Deerlodge Neighbourhoud Watch, Bayanihan sa Winnipeg and Sulat Kamay Charity. In 2019, 204 Neighbourhood Watch Inc. launched the Kiddie Patrol. The objective of such is to start educating people about the issues in community safety at a young age. Children are greatly affected too by these issues, as an example, many drug paraphernalias such as needles and drug baggies are found on playgrounds and schools in Winnipeg. Through the Kiddie Patrol, the children get educated in a safe and fun way by having mock patrol, games and treats.

The pandemic had suspended the Kiddie Patrol initiative for almost two years, so when it had become safe again for community gatherings, 204 Neighbourhood

Watch immediately made plans with fellow cause oriented groups.

On Sep 23, young patrollers walked from the corner of Portage and Ferry Road to Bourkevale Park.

Daniel M. Cleto B.A., LL.B.

At the park, Rhiz Aco and Linda Satiada led the kids' zumba dance.

There were games, and kids also enjoyed the cookies donated by Sulat Kamay Charity.

Gary M. Sarcida B.A. (Adv), LL.B.

Renato Y. Mamucud B.A., J.D.

Twelve Languages. Six Locations.

One Goal: To Serve Your Needs. pkflawyers.com

YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING Business Healthcare Legal Media Technology 204.775.8175 herzing.ca/winnipeg Photos courtesy of Leila Castro

Let’s get social

FilipinoJournal.com

8

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

PBA Winnipeg Delegation travels to compete in 1st Calgary Blizzards Labour Day Weekend Tournament

17U Division under Coach Jomar Guaring did an Awesome job ended up with 3-1 record.

Friday night exhibition vs United Storm convinced me they’re gonna be in the Finals on Sunday. 3 points short of points system ended us being 3rd place. I’m super proud of these Boys. Future Stars are on this team

PBA WINNIPEG BLIZZARDS under Coach Ruel Maranan Won their 1st MENS Open CHAMPIONSHIP outside of Winnipeg beating the very talented squad of Vancouver under Coach Nap Santos. Slow start for Winnipeg behind 13-2 run for Vancouver, Coach Ruel called a timeout , and from then , they never looked back

Ad Reference:

Customer ID:

1000067806 /

1000557380 DHCW / WP

Ad Type:

Page:

1 of 1

Ad Request ID:

Ad Class:

Ad Proof Date:

1-5175499912

SPEC

2016-01-05 12:58

Ad Placement Reference:

WPGY/YPE/16/Credit & Debt Counselling

Credit Counselling • Credit Rebuilding

204.987.6890 BUILD

LEARN

SAVE

your credit

to budget

p to spend

DECEMB

ER 20,

201

5, 201

ent 400326

tions

Mail Agreem

Publica

OF PULSE

THE

FILI PIN

O COM

Y SIN

7 CE 198

om

ournal.c

FilipinoJ

NO 24

I: FOR

MAFT 12

31 8 | VOL

MU NIT

US ABULO TY & F THE

ARY 7-JANU

their

inducted MAFTI $)7, RI¿FHUV City.

RI 0 0$)7, _ ɼ Garden LQGXFWLRQ ad Inns at Can LGHG RYHU WKH versary SUHV knot...

40th anni DJWDNKDQ ties the LNH 3 d their s Alas celebrate &RXQFLOORU 0 _ ɼ Ai Ai Dela e and ,5$< HQW

67$5 mileston LFH 3UHVLG ing... hed a UD 9 homecom hers reac LD &DEUH ando ino Teac QG 9LFWRU th Fern ɼ Judi Filip ,7< _ 081 on of VLGHQW D &20 AssociatiDO\Q 7DQ 3UH -RXUQDO Live... itoba SLQR hengco The ManFHUV ZLWK *HQ DOLOL _ )LOL ond Lauc Raym&(57 _ ɼ QHZ RI¿ 1HOVRQ 0DQ &21 3KRWR E\ ...

Show Sold Out ɼ Jo Koy 10(17_ 57$,

(17(

DECEMBE

Publicatio

ns Mail

R 5-20,

2017 | VOL

30 th ANNIV

ERSARY

31 NO 23

WAAY SEASON 2 BASKET 1: S OF FUN Agreemen

t 40032612

THE PULS

E OF THE

FILIPINO

COM MUN

ITY SINC

E 1987

FilipinoJo

urnal.com

Court is now kids regist in session with more basketball ered to play in than 300 the upcom provide 2017-18 seaso ing WAA kids n.

Y active and with an oppor WAAY contin ues to held every learn from team tunity to have fun, be Photo by Sunday at Gordoplay. WAAY Ron Canti n Bell High games are veros | :$$< _ School.

Filipino ɼ Journal Jollibee &200 Northgate 81,7< _ Openi ng ɼ Senator &200 Enver

ga dies 81,7< _ ɼ at 61

Roger Le

&200

Grand

Park 81,7< _ ɼ

2017 Miss

67$5,5$<_ Universe... ɼ

et télécopier ans les 48 heures.

his page at .

Signature ________________________________________________________________________________________ Nom / Name ______________________________________________________ Date _________________________ J’ai pris connaissance de l’avis au verso et je le comprends. / I have read the notice on the reverse and I understand it.

All photos & articles available online!

Annonce représentée à 100.0% de la taille réelle. / Ad shown is 100.0% of actual size.

FilipinoJournal.com

Photos provided by Manny Aranez

9

October 5 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

Batangas Amateur Golf Association (BAGA) hosts Championship at Portage Golf Club 2021 Baga Golf Championship @ Portage Golf Club was a huge success!! Congratulations to all individual tournament winners

1. Kildonan Golf Course - Randy Viray 2. Whispering Winds of WarrenRandy Viray 3. Carman Golf &Country Club Randy Viray

4. Maplewood Golf Club Joseph Ramos 4. Maplewood Golf Club Romy Lubi 5. La Broquerie Golf - Romy Lubi

6. Grand Pines Golf - Randy Viray 7. Granite Hills Golf Club Raul Bulaong 8. Larters of St Andrews -

12. River Oaks Golf Course - Romy Lubi 13. Teulon Golf Club - Ron Urbano 14. Steinbach Fly In - Ron Urbano Division A Champion Raul Bulaong Division A Low Net Ramil Ramilo Division B Champion Arnel Bulaong Division B Low Net Muriel Masangkay Division C Champion RJ Urbano Division C Low Net Mhel Fajardo Most Improved Player of the year Noel Silva Consistent Player of the year Raul Bulaong Rookie of the year award MJ Masangkay Golfer of the year award Ron Urbano Nearest to the hole Lito Ramilo Nearest to the hole Randy Viray Longest Drive Arnel Bulaong 2021 PERFECT ATTENDANCE Joey Licmo AWADEES 9. Larters of St Andrews Eddie Exconde Manny P Aranez Arnel Maralit 10.Minnewasta Golf - Ron Urbano 11. Oakwood Golf Course - Joseph Ramos Joey Licmo

FATHER AND SON (in Law) Part II Sept. 25 , 2021 @ LARTERS of St. Andrews Champion Manny And Marvin James Aranez

““Th There’s a solution to every debt problem.”

Tanya Reynolds, eynolds, CIRP, LIT

FREE CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

204-924-7530 MNPdebt.ca Licensed Insolvency Trustees

Let’s get social

FilipinoJournal.com

10

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

Summer Zumba ends with birthday celebrations

The Royal Goldies Zumba group led by instructors Cecilia Goulet and Daisy Santiano Villegas at the Summer Zumba session at the Assinniboine Park, with zumba members.

The colours of autumn at the Assinniboine Park herald the new season and becomes a living background of the last rockingly Zumba at Assinniboine Park higligthed the birthday celebrations of Daisy Santiano Villegas, one of instructors;l and the ever Tiktok Queen, Ester Natividad, her 77th year of happiness, mother of Tiktok Princess and CKJS 72 FM host, Donna Natividad-Arenas.

Birthday celebrant, Daisy, had a great time to show some zumba steps to the zumba attendees.

Zumba instructor, Daisy Santiano Villegas celebrated her birthday after the hectic zumba session

(PHOTO CREDIT: JM and Jessa of J&J Photography)

17-J 20, 20 MBER

ANUA

RY 5,

I: MAFT DECE

32612

ent 400

l Agreem

ions Mai

Publicat

TH E

FI LI PI

NO CO

MMU

N ITY

SI NC

E 1987

al.com

US

oJourn

Filipin

ULO B A F TY & TH E

E OF PU LS

NO 24 | VOL 31 2018

FOR

eir cted th V HU TI indu MAF $)7, RI¿F ɼ City.

I 0 , _ Garden WLRQ R 0$)7 d Inns HU WKH LQGXF na Ca at RY versary Q SUHVLGHG knot... th anni WDNKD s the their 40 0LNH 3DJ as tie las Al ɼ LOORU lebrated _ Ai Ai De and ce HQW &RXQF ,5$< stone 67$5 3UHVLG a mile ming... ached EUHUD 9LFH meco re ho rs do he &D Fernan ɼ o Teac LFWRULD Judith 81,7< _ Filipin HQW DQG 9 tion of UHVLG &200 e...

Associa DO\Q 7DQ 3 -RXUQDO co Liv HQ anitoba SLQR ucheng The M HUV ZLWK * DQDOLOL _ )LOL ond La ¿F Raym (57 _ ɼ QHZ RI \ 1HOVRQ 0 &21& 3KRWR E ow...

Out Sh ɼ 7_ y Sold Jo Ko57$,10(1

Our Tiktok Queen, and Zumba enthusiast celebrated her 77th bday

(17(

DECEMB

Publicatio

ns Mail

ER 5-20 , 2017 | VOL

Cecilia Goulet and Daisy Santiano Villegas, Zumba instructors.

30 th ANNIV

ERSARY

31 NO 23

WAAY SEASON 2 BASKET 1: S OF FUN Agreemen

t 40032612

Court is no kids reg w in session wi iste basketbal red to play in th more than 30 the 0 l provide 2017-18 season upcoming WA kid active and s with an op . WAAY contin AY po ues to held eve learn from tea rtunity to have ry m fun, be Photo by Sunday at Go play. WAAY gam rdo Ron Ca ntiveros n Bell High Sc es are :$$< | Filipino _ ɼ ho Journal ol.

Jollibee &200 Northgate 81,7< _ Opening ɼ Senator Enverg &2 0081

,7< _

TH E PU

LSE OF

TH E FIL IPI NO

COMM

UN ITY

Filipino

SINCE

1987

Journal.

com

All photos & articles available online! a dies at

ɼ

61

Roger Le

Gra

nd Park 81,7< _ ɼ

&200

20

17 Mi 67$5,5 ss Universe $<_ ... ɼ

FilipinoJournal.com

11

October 5 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

LinkedIn Personal Branding Tips You can do today Recruiter's Life

by Ron Cantiveros rcantiveros@aplin.com

While traditional methods for job seekers still reign supreme, personal branding on LinkedIn is becoming increasingly important to stand out amongst your peers. If you've looked at job listings and noticed applicant totals in the triple digits, you may be wondering to yourself how you can stand out. Unfortunately, there is no correct answer when it comes to building your brand. You need to do what is natural for you.

Here are some tips that can help you begin to build your brand.

Basic Steps Fix your URL - Most default LinkedIn URLs contain a long string of random numbers. It's an easy switch to change the URL to www.linkedin.com/in/yourname.

Profile Photo - A professional headshot is the first step to making a

good impression. Choose an image that shows your face clearly, with appropriate lighting and clothing for business casual occasions! A low-cost strategy to getting a good headshot is asking your favourite Instagrammer to take your photos.

Intermediate Steps Ask for recommendations - There's a good chance you have a former peer, boss, or mentor in your connections.

Ask them to craft a recommendation to highlight on your profile. These will give prospective recruiters much more insight into you than a resume will.

Craft a compelling description You're not just a name on the internet.

You have dreams, aspirations and motivations that make you who you are - so write them down! Your profile should be more than your resume; it needs to speak about

what will motivate people as they visit (or click) around in order find someone like themselves for any industry or role desired.

Target your skills for your desired role - Adding skills to your profile is a great way to insert yourself into the job market. A surefire way of getting noticed by recruiters? Search through job listings and add some key skill sets! You have 50 skills to choose, so why not spend them all on something that will set you apart from other candidates.

Advanced Steps Publish an article - It's daunting to put yourself out there, but writing about your educational experiences,

projects you've worked on, or your thoughts on trending topics within your industry is a great way to demonstrate you're serious about your career.

Interact with professional groups - Networking is an important part of the job search process.

Regardless if you want to learn about new technologies or grow your network, there are groups for everyone!

Engage with your connections - A simple but effective way of expanding your reach is by engaging with people you know and trust. It's a great opportunity for feedback, which will help both yourself as

well as others in the long run!

Building your brand is a process, but starting with the list above will put you ahead of your peers.

Spend an hour today addressing each of these, and you'll notice a difference soon.

Ron Cantiveros is an IT recruiter with David Aplin Group based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. David Aplin Group works with companies across Canada to help them find the best software developers, project managers and other tech professionals for their organizations. Connect with Ron on LinkedIn.

SENIORS PEDAL PUSHERS end of season long ride to TEULON MB We pedal 113 kms from Winnipeg to Teulon Joe Reynante 73, Manny Deato 72 and Onchie San Juan 67 and the rest of our group under 50's. See attached photos courtesy of Flor Soriano and Melvin Cayana.Tulong Tulong pedal sa TEULON (Pedal hard all the way to TEULON) Weather permiting we might go for another ride more than 100 kms next week.

Let’s get social

FilipinoJournal.com

12

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

Finding Strength in and Extending Support to Each Other when they are in need. And this is their choice.

Socially, support involves a balance: whoever is stronger, should ideally help uplift the other, and vice-versa. That way, strength is exhibited while adversities are conquered. This should not encourage dependency, but to otherwise empower and inspire the person in need to be well ascertained of his future as a result of the kind act. It does not require repayment, but the gesture and notion of giving back should come from the person himself to somehow remember the kindness that was extended to him.

As the old adage says, "Do not kick a man when he is down." The essence of support and the provision thereof is to provide assistance to a person until such time when he can regain a balanced footing as he bounces back to life anew.

My siblings and I were brought up in a very authoritative environment which didn't allow much thinking as everything was already made out for us. All we needed to do was to open our eyes. We were put through the best schools in Metro Manila which gave us a good headstart.

Growing up, I can speak for all of us that we individually had a good and healthy social life. Problems came and went, but family and friends were always around to give the much needed support. Good thing, my siblings and I were the thinking kind.

We each carved our own niche, to be who we are today. *Currently working at the Philippine International Convention Center, where she began services 22 years ago, Kathryn Valladolid Ebrahim is an alumna of St. Scholastica's College–Manila; she finished a degree in Bachelor of Arts, major in Sociology, at the University of Santó Tomás; drawing and writing are her primary avocations.

Ano'ng Masasabi Mo? (Readers' Column)

by Kathryn Valladolíd Ebrahim

“Was it you or I who stumbled first? It does not matter. The one of us who finds the strength to get up first, must help the other.”―Vera Nazarian, The Perpetual Calendar of Inspiration We may define support as the act of giving assistance to a person in need (material and/or financial). In terms of buildings, it is that which carries the weight and holds up a particular structure (i.e. pillars, bricks, etc.). Bearing the weight, however, could be equated to emotional support in which one person who is at his lowest is given a boost of morale to encourage and inspire him until he gains back his footing. Thus, the weight of the problems he currently faces is lighter as he is now ascertained that he can plan for a brighter future.

In our daily lives, we experience support in its different forms, as needed: emotional/moral (love, trust, caring, empathy), financial/ material or instrumental (tangible, assistance, service), and informational (advice, suggestions). In my point of view, whether we have been the giver or the receiver, everyone-from womb to tomb--has known an amount of support.

Support, I believe, is malleable in such a way that it emanates from when and how it is needed and expands from there. As an example, people who are considered indigents would be needing support from the government for them to be able to function daily. In turn, livelihood programs are developed by their community's local government to aid and contribute to the health

and strength of the masses. Their children are educated at the public school of their choice. On the other hand, foundations established within the private sector provide assistance in any way possible to alleviate poverty. This can serve as an opportunity for them to improve their lives.

Not everyone is born into a life of privilege. There may be friends who will seek financial assistance once in a while, with the promise to pay. Lending money should not be a problem, all the more if it is within the person's capacity. It only becomes troublesome when the promise of payment is not fulfilled.

Hence, the unwritten social contract pertaining to it is broken--as well as the friendship.

A grieving person is extended the much needed compassion and kindness. Support, in this manner, is in the form of understanding, empathy, words of comfort and sympathy, et cetera. Know that a person, in general, is vulnerable.

Support is given freely out of the kindness of one's heart. There are those whom one may say to be too kind to a fault. They extend support almost blindly to the point of abuse.

For some reason or another, there are those who may even demand support. Persons are obligated to give support only to their minor children since they still do not have the means and capacity to fend for their own lives. There are laws that govern this humanitarian act. There are parents, however, who still provide support to their children already in their legal age

Horoscope

Brace yourself for a few weeks of family drama while Mercury is in its final retrograde of the year. The planet of communication is retrograde in your family zone, bringing some major shake-ups to your private life, with the possibility of losing your foundation and emotional security at home. Be careful when dealing with family drama, Cancer. Some of that tea may get spilled on you.

Oh no, Taurus! Your carefully laid habits and routines you’ve been working on get thrown off balance when Mercury is in retrograde. Mercury is retrograde in your habit zone, making you feel unproductive and unmotivated. To restore some 1987 NCE ITY SI balance, try to develop a new routine that’s flexible enough to M M UN al.com NO CO oJourn FI LI PI Filipin TH E OF E deal with the changes that a retrograde brings.

PU LS TH E

Yikes! If you’re not careful, Leo, you’ll discover plenty of opportunities to put your foot in your mouth. That’s because Mercury is now in its dreaded retrograde, moving backward in your communication zone. You might have a difficult time trusting your own thoughts. Missing texts, lost e-mails, and technical difficulties are all possible right now. Back up important files and keep your mouth shut.

ANUA

2018 RY 5,

R

I: FO MAFT DECE

32612

Let your body do the talking over the next couple of weeks now that Mercury is retrograde. Your ruling planet is in your pleasure zone, making it difficult to express yourself in words. Creative blocks and delays in romance can leave you frustrated. Try taking it easy and focusing on what brings you joy. Avoid taking gambles. They may not pay off. ent 400

l Agreem

ions Mai

Publicat

US

ULO B A F TY &

NO 24 | VOL 31

Do yourself a favor and hide your credit cards right now.

Trust us on this. It’s for your own good. Your ruling planet Mercury is now in retrograde in your value zone, sending your usually thrifty habits off the rails with impulse spending. Keep on top of your finances and you’ll be okay.

eir cted th V HU TI indu MAF $)7, RI¿F ɼ City.

I 0 , _ Garden WLRQ R 0$)7 d Inns HU WKH LQGXF na Ca at RY UHVLGHG versary knot... th anni DJWDNKDQ S s the H 3 their 40 as tie rated QFLOORU 0LN las Al ɼ d celeb _ Ai Ai De ne an VLGHQW &RX ,5$< ...

67$5 UH milesto coming hed a HUD 9LFH 3 ac me re ho do hers &DEU Fernan ɼ o Teac LFWRULD Judith 81,7< _ Filipin HQW DQG 9 tion of UHVLG &200 e...

Associa DO\Q 7DQ 3 -RXUQDO co Liv HQ anitoba SLQR ucheng The M HUV ZLWK * DQDOLOL _ )LOL ond La ¿F Raym (57 _ ɼ QHZ RI \ 1HOVRQ 0 &21& 3KRWR E ow...

Out Sh ɼ 7_ y Sold Jo Ko $,10(1 57

(17(

DECEMB

Publicatio

ns Mail

ER 5-20 , 2017 | VOL

t 40032612

Court is no kids reg w in session wi iste basketbal red to play in th more than 30 the 0 l provide 2017-18 season upcoming WA kid active and s with an op . WAAY contin AY po ues to held eve learn from tea rtunity to have ry m fun, be Photo by Sunday at Go play. WAAY gam rdo Ron Ca ntiveros n Bell High Sc es are :$$< | Filipino _ ɼ ho Journal ol.

Jollibee &200 Northgate 81,7< _ Opening ɼ Senator Enverg &2 0081

,7< _

Yikes, Libra! You may not be making a great first impression for the next couple weeks because Mercury is now retrograde in your sign. People might get the wrong idea about your temperament and personality due to misunderstandings and miscommunications. Being self-aware will help, but be careful not to self-sabotage with negative thoughts.

Be very careful for the next couple of weeks, Capricorn.

Mercury is now retrograde, and you might say something that throws you off track and hurts your reputation. Mercury is in your career zone, making work especially difficult.

Work slowly and don’t push yourself—that’s when mistakes happen. Like hitting “reply all” on an e-mail.

Tea is going to be spilled now, Scorpio, and most of it will land on you. That’s because Mercury will be retrograde in your privacy zone for the next couple of weeks, possibly spilling all of your secrets—secrets that could hurt your relationships and reveal things you want to keep hidden. Keep a low profile or you might have to make some tough sacrifices.

Think twice before booking any upcoming travel, Aquarius.

Yup, Mercury is now retrograde, throwing a wrench into all your important plans. Mercury will be backing up in your philosophy zone for the next couple of weeks, creating delays and cancellations. Keep an open mind and be adaptable if you want to survive this retrograde.

Yikes, Sagittarius! Friendships could take a nasty turn now that Mercury is retrograde in Libra. The planet of communication is retrograde in your social zone, making you realize that your friendships may not be as harmonious as you thought.

Arguments over important issues can ruin relationships.

Keeping the peace could be difficult as you stand up for what you believe in.

Be very careful with your finances over the next couple of weeks, Pisces, especially if you’re splitting the bills with another person. Mercury is now retrograde in your intimacy zone, creating miscommunication around money issues.

Someone being late with the rent can cause major stress.

Try to give them the benefit of the doubt before you become resentful.

ERSARY

TH E PU

LSE OF

TH E FIL IPI NO

COMM

UN ITY

Filipino

SINCE

1987

Journal.

com

All photos & articles available online! a dies at

ɼ

Solutions for Palaisipan & Sudoku will be posted online www.FilipinoJournal.com

30 th ANNIV

31 NO 23

WAAY SEASON 2 BASKET 1: S OF FUN Agreemen

Sudoku Puzzles are games of patience, numbers and genius! The satisfaction of solving a challenging Sudoku Puzzle is one of the greatest accomplishments any sudoku game player can experience. Here is the puzzle. Good luck!

Copyright @ horoscope.com

You move from making love to making war now that Mercury is retrograde. Mercury is in your partnership zone, creating drama in your relationships when you’re quick to quarrel because of miscommunications and misunderstandings. Don’t fly off the handle, Aries! Just because you think people are working against you doesn’t mean they are. Get all the facts before you blow your top.

17-J 20, 20 MBER

Copyright @ puzzles.ca

61

Roger Le

Gra

nd Park 81,7< _ ɼ

&200

20

17 Mi 67$5,5 ss Universe $<_ ... ɼ

FilipinoJournal.com

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

13

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION SOFTWARE COORDINATOR Fia Inc. is a leading manufacturer of Automotive Aftermarket Fabric Accessories and we are looking to add to our Design and Development Team.

Candidates must have a good software background in Excel and CAD software.

Those candidates with experience in Gerber Accumark will be given preference.

WE ARE HIRING FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME EMPLOYEES!

We are offering an excellent working environment, as well as a competitive salary with a full benefit package including dental.

Please apply by sending resume to irv@gofia.com

We are seeking Production Line Workers to join our team!

Pr o du ct ion Li ne P os iti on :

*Pos i ti ve , t e a m- ori ent ed a t t it u de * Ma i ntai n c le an wo rk s ta t io n a nd p ro d u ct io n flo o r * F o l low pr od u c ti on gu id e li ne s a nd me e t t arg et s *Ab i li ty t o s ta nd a nd l if t b o x es *Food- ha nd li ng e x p eri enc e a n a s s et *All tra i ni ng wi ll be p r o v i d ed *Co mpe ti t i v e wa ges * No e v e ning s hi f ts , no week e nd s hi fts E ma i l y our res ume t o i nfo @mo rd e ns cho col at e . co m Mo r d e ns ' o f Wp g Ca ndy Mf g . Lt d . - 6 7 4 S a rge nt Ave. Wi nnip eg , MB - R3 E 0 A6 - 2 0 4 - 7 8 3 - 4551

Fia Inc. Winnipeg, Canada

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FILIPINO EMPLOYEES? DIVERSIFIED WORKFORCE? Contact us for Special Pricing on Employment Ads

FILIPINO JOURNAL Employment and Career Advertising

204-489-8894 ▪ info@FilipinoJournal.com Let’s get social

FilipinoJournal.com

14

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

October 5 - 20, 2021

Why Duterte wants to run for vice president?

PEREZCOPE

by Perry Diaz PerryDiaz@gmail.com

O

n March 14, 2018, President Rodrigo Duterte declared the Philippines was withdrawing its membership in the ICC (International Criminal Court), thinking that he wouldn’t be prosecuted for allegations that he was responsible for the killing of thousands of Filipinos during his presidency.

Prosecutor Fatou Bensoula of the ICC began the investigation early in February 2018 on the basis that murder, torture, and other crimes against humanity were present in the government’s anti-drug program during the first three years of the Duterte administration.

Last June 14, 2021, Bensouda announced that she had concluded her preliminary examination in the Philippines and is seeking authorization from the ICC’s judges for a full investigation into crimes against humanity committed in connection with the country’s “war on drugs” between November 1, 2011 March 16, 2019.

Supreme Court decision In a unanimous decision on July 21, 2021, Philippine Supreme Court

ruled that the government remains obliged “to cooperate in criminal proceedings of the ICC even if it has withdrawn from the Rome Statute,” the treaty that formed the ICC. Further, the ruling said that President Duterte could not arbitrarily terminate international agreements without the consent of the Senate.

In its ruling, the high court said that as a state party, the Philippines was bound to recognize the jurisdiction of the ICC and cooperate with its processes even after its withdrawal from the Rome Statute.

“Withdrawing from the Rome Statute does not discharge a state party from the obligations it has incurred as a member,” the high court said in a decision authored by Associate Justice Marvic Leonen.

The high court pointed out that the country’s withdrawal became effective on March 17, 2019, which means that all acts committed by Duterte and other public officials up to that date were still within the scope of the ICC’s jurisdiction. Duterte presumed that by withdrawing

from the Rome Statute, he’d be able to avoid prosecution by the ICC. Wrong.

Article 127(2) of the Rome Statute said, “Even if it has deposited the instrument of withdrawal, it shall not be discharged from any criminal proceedings. Whatever process was already initiated before the [ICC] obliges the state party to cooperate.” As former ICC Judge Raul Pangalangan, the first Filipino to serve on the international tribunal said, “The withdrawal was not an excuse for Duterte to disregard the ICC’s authority.”

In support of the Supreme Court ruling, Amnesty International’s (AI) Philippines Researcher, Rachel Chhoa-Howard said, “Despite President Duterte’s stubborn refusal, Amnesty International welcomes the Supreme Court’s ruling that the Philippines remains obliged to cooperate with the ICC during formal probes into the deadly “war on drugs” – even if the state has withdrawn from the Rome Statute.”

“Try as they might, Duterte’s administration cannot stop the wheels of justice. Whether they like it or not, international justice will eventually catch up with those who have committed crimes under international law in the Philippines,” Chhoa-Howard said.

Duterte defiant But in an act of defiance, Duterte said he’d not allow the government to cooperate with the ICC, even after the Supreme Court’s affirmation of

Photo credits: REUTERS/Eloisa Lopez

the Philippines’ obligation to do so.

Not giving up on the issue, Duterte said he might run for vice president in 2022 in order to be immune from lawsuits. But retired associate justice and former ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales debunked Duterte’s assumption that he’ll be spared from criminal liability if he wins the vice presidency in 2022.

She said that – citing American jurisprudence – the vice president is “not immune” from lawsuits, civil or criminal just like what happened to the former vice president of the U.S. Spiro Agnew who was investigated in1973 for criminal conspiracy, bribery, extortion and tax fraud. After maintaining his innocence, Agnew pleaded no contest to a single felony charge of tax evasion and resigned from office.

During Duterte’s recent Sixth State of the Nation Address (SONA), he became combative when he said, “the battle against narcotics is far from over, more than five years after he began a brutal war on drugs.”

He defended the campaign, saying it brought down crime and improved peace and order.

"We still have a long way to go in our fight against the proliferation of drugs," Duterte said in his nearly three-hour address. Duterte, who has dared the ICC to put him on trial, taunted the court again, saying he has never denied that he will kill people out to destroy the country.

"I have never denied, and the ICC can record it: those who destroy my country, I will kill you.

And those who destroy the young people of our country, I will kill you. I will really finish you, because I love my country." With those words, he challenged the ICC to prosecute him.

Refusal to cooperate However, Duterte refused to cooperate with any ICC probe since the Hague-based tribunal supposedly has no jurisdiction over him since its founding treaty, the Rome

All photos & articles available online!

FilipinoJournal.com

Statute, supposedly never became a law in the country. Wrong. The Philippines signed the Rome Statute on December 28, 2000 and ratified it on August 30, 2011; thus, making it an extension of Philippine law.

But 10 years later, on July 29, 2021, Duterte claimed that the signing of the Rome Statute was never been published in the Official Gazette and was, therefore, never binding in the first place. “The executive department has no copy,” he said.

“That’s because what happened was from Congress — Congress ratified it — instead of returning the treaty as ratified by Congress to the executive department, they shortcircuited it. They went straight to Rome and appended the Philippine participation.” He asserted, “When there’s no publication, there’s no jurisdiction. There’s no recorded publication. According to the Supreme Court, the absence of a publication in the Official Gazette is always fatal.”

But Mr. President, it’s the duty of the Philippine Senate to ratify all international agreements, which in effect obligates the executive department to implement it.

It’s interesting to note that the day before, Duterte addressed the nation, saying that he would rather stand on trial at home rather than face the foreign tribunal over alleged rights abuses linked to his war on drugs. Well, perhaps he should submit himself to Philippine courts for prosecution of the murders committed during his presidency. But since he is still sitting as president until June 30, 2022, he may have to wait until then. And if the Philippine courts fail to prosecute him at that time, the ICC could then take over the prosecution of Duterte for crimes against humanity as mandated in the Rome Statute. Fair enough?

Now, we can see why Duterte wants to run for vice president.

Meanwhile, a sword of Damocles remains dangling above his head, ready to strike him when he steps down from the presidency.

15

October 5 - 20, 2021

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, North Vancouver, BC, Canada

by Gem and Lita Anis

A

15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver is the world-famous Capilano Suspension Bridge Park , one of the most popular and visited attractions of the beautiful city. A must-see, this is the place where you can appreciate the wonders of nature’s three breathtaking perspectives the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Treetops Adventure and the Cliffwalk.

The jewel in the crown is the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge located in the District of North

Vancouver. The current bridge is 450 (137 metres) span and hangs 230 feet (70 metres) above the Capilano River. The original bridge was built in 1889 by George Grant Mackay, A Scottish engineer and park commissioner for Vancouver, with hemp ropes as its first cables which were later replaced with cables strong enough to hold up a fully 747 airline. The bridge was bought in 1910 by Edward Mahon selling it later to Mac MacEachran who invited the local natives to

Gem on Treetops Adventure's footbridge

display their totem poles in the park. Then again, the bridge was sold to Henri Aubeaneau in 1945.

After rebuilding the bridge it was sold in 1983 to the present owner, Nancy Sibbard.

In 2004 Treetops Adventure, first venue of its kind in North America, was opened . Very much accessible to guests of all ages, your adventure begins at the Treehouse that was completely built using reclaimed wood and

Lita at Capilano Suspension Bridge

Let’s get social

lumber. From its top floor you get a view of the rainforest and then continue walking the canopy on tree-friendly platforms and the seven footbridges above the forest floor suspended between the oldgrowth Douglas fir trees on the canyon. As you explore, enjoy the nature walk.

The newest of the activities at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is the Cliffwalk. Opened on 3 June 2011, the Cliffwalk offers

a heart-stopping cliff-side journey through the rainforest vegetation of the canyon on a labyrinth-like series of unobtrusive narrow cantilevered and suspended walkways, stairs and platforms jutting out from the granite cliff face above the Capilano River. The Cliffwalk may not be for the faint of heart depending on you health condition.

For safety - walkways are slippery when wet and no running or bouncing on the bridge.

Marie-Anne & Cassy enjoying the rainforest

FilipinoJournal.com

16

October 5 - 20, 2021

All photos & articles available online!

THE PULSE OF THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

FilipinoJournal.com

FILIPINO JOURNAL Send us your

EVENT PHOTOS 204 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH: SAFE WALK & KIDDIE PATROL

Expect the Kiddie Patrol to be around in your vicinity to help educate the children for safety in the community through mock patrol, games and treats.

Launched in 2019 and temporary discontinued because of Pandemic, the Kiddie Patrol, through the initiative of 204 Neigbourhood Watch Inc., St. James Deerlodge Neighbourhood Watch, Bayanihan of Winnipeg and Sulat-Kamay Charity, the Kiddie Patrol is on the way out again, inspiring other younger people to know better what is going on in their community.

Go! Go! Kiddie Patrol. and watch these kids to inspire other kids for community service! Hats off!

Photo courtesy of Leila Castro

PBA: Back on the court in Calgary

Beatriz Gomez crowned Ms. Universe Philippines 2021

Email events@filipinojournal.com Let’s get social