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Legislature honours women trailblazers

Women Trailblazers (L-R): Patricia Chaychuk, Irene Hamilton, Janet Mirwaldt, Shipra Verma, Speaker Myrna Driedger, Muriel Smith, Rosann Wowchuk, Bonnie Mitchelson, Rosemary Vodrey, and Flor Marcelino

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WINNIPEG – “When the Speaker of the House phones, asking you to meet her at the Legislature, you go,” explains Flor Marcelino, MLA for Logan.

Marcelino went on to describe the “complete surprise” awaiting her and a handful of other past and present female MLAs and officers who were honoured on August

20 for forging new pathways for women by holding positions traditionally held by men in the legislature.

The Trailblazers of the First 100 Years Wall was unveiled in a small, surprise ceremony to celebrate the achievements of women who “changed the landscape” of the Manitoba

Legislative Assembly. In 1916, Manitoba women were first granted the right to vote and run for public office. Over the next 100 years, only 51 women have been elected to the Manitoba Legislature as MLAs and a small number of women have served as Officers of the Legislative See TRAILBLAZERS p4

Canada ditches family immigration lottery The Government of Canada said on August 20 that it is getting rid of the family reunification lottery and going back to a firstcome, first-served immigration policy as it looks to quadruple times the number of applications accepted when the program reopened in 2014, and the cap was set at 5000 applications.

Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that the Government of Canada will See CANADA p9

Canada will accept up to 20,000 applications for the sponsorship of parents and grandparents in 2019. The method of selecting applications will return to the former “first-come, first-served” policy, replacing the current random lottery method.

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I’ve been doing more than my fair share of traveling for almost a year now, mostly between Manila and Davao City. Because of this I have become more aware of the differences between the two places that I call home. I was born and raised in Malabon, but moved to Davao City in 1990 – meaning I’ve lived here for more than half my life. Here’s a short list that I call, “What Manila has that Davao City doesn’t.”

Garbage on the streets One of the most disconcerting things I keep seeing in the Metro are people throwing little bits of trash right on the streets. Candy wrappers, plastic bags, plastic cups, even whole bags of fast food scraps. In my daily walks I pass through a highly populated area and I always see trash littered all over – with no apparent attempt on the part of the local government to clean it up until late at night. The residents feel the result concretely; when it rains, the nearby creek overflows and floods a significant portion of the main road. When this happen I hear them complain and blame the government, but really, it’s everyone’s fault for throwing trash indiscriminately.

Traffic jams Ever since Mayor Rodrigo Duterte won the presidency,

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Davao City’s streets have been getting more and more crowded.

But at least you can count on it happening at predictable times of the day – morning and afternoon rush hour. In Metro Manila, traffic jams are the norm and occur at virtually all times of the day. I travel to work on EDSA and it takes me, on a good day, 1.5 hours to move a mere 16 kilometers.

That means I am on the road at least three hours every weekday.

I talk to drivers and commuters and I gather that the problem is a complex mix of too many cars, an inefficient mass transport system, drivers who don’t follow traffic rules, and more.

Air pollution One of the biggest reasons my wife and I decided that she and the kids would not be moving to Manila with me is the poor quality of air. I think there has been some improvement over the past few years, but I still see haze in the air whenever I go out. I also still see a few vehicles belching black smoke, making me ask if someone is actually checking them.

Crime I think there has also been a marked improvement in this area since President Duterte came in, but that doesn’t stop me from taking multiple precautions whenever I go out. My backpack

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What Manila has that Davao doesn’t becomes a chestbag to keep thieves from reaching in. My wallet and phone go in one of my backpack’s pockets so I can keep them close. I never place my phone on a table at a restaurant, and most recently, I actually bought a theft-free bag so I can be more at ease. In contrast, you can leave your things in restaurants to save a table and not worry that they would be stolen.

People in a rush One of the things I looked forward to when I began working in Metro Manila was the time I could spend with old friends, many of them I hadn’t seen in decades.

I quickly learned, however, that this was more difficult than I had imagined. Most of us lived and worked in different places, and arranging a meet-up with more than one person was almost impossible. And in the few times we succeeded, many of us had to rush off because we were afraid of getting caught in traffic.

Even the positive things Manila has often become clouded in my mind because a lot of them are there at the expense of the rest of the country. For example, the MRT and LRT are good ways to move around –even though they are often crowded – but what most commuters don’t know is

that their fare is subsidized by government, meaning taxpayers from as far away as Tawi-Tawi get to shoulder the burden of keeping Metro Manilans moving.

Things are looking up in Mindanao, however, and I’ve noticed that in my travels. If you drive from Davao City to, say, Mati in Davao Oriental, the road is usually four lanes, and in some areas six lanes. This has been a huge relief for motorists because the drive on the previous two-lane roads was always dangerous since they had to overtake slow-moving vehicles and drive on the opposite track, facing oncoming vehicles.

Luzon, meanwhile, still has a lot of two-lane highways.

I guess what this means is that government is trying to make the rest of the country catch up with Metro Manila. I hope, however, that it doesn’t get to the point where we end up having the same problems the Metro has.

The views and opinions expressed in this column are those of the original author, and do not necessarily represent those of the Pilipino Express publishers.

Jon Joaquin is the Chief Editor of www.mindanation. com. E-mail Jon at jonjoaquin@ gmail.com.

TRAILBLAZERS...

From page 1 Assembly. The first female legislator, Edith Rogers, was elected in Manitoba in 1920.

It wasn’t until 1969 that the first female cabinet minister, Thelma Forbes, was appointed.

Sharon Carstairs made history by being the first woman to lead an Opposition Party in any Canadian legislature in 1994.

Marcelino was honoured as the first visible minority woman to be elected into the Manitoba Legislature on May 22, 2007, the first visible minority woman to be appointed to cabinet holding the position of Minister for Culture, Heritage and Tourism and Minister for Multiculturalism and Literacy, and the only woman to lead the provincial New Democratic Party when she was appointed the interim leader on May 7, 2016.

The other Trailblazers are: Elin Salome Halldorson – first Icelandic woman elected; Muriel Smith – first female Deputy Premier; Bonnie Mitchelson – longest serving female MLA, only woman to lead the provincial Progressive Conservative party; Rosemary Vodrey – first woman appointed as Minister of Justice and Attorney General; Rosann Wowchuk – first female Agriculture Minister, first female Minister of Finance; Myrna Driedger – founder of Nellie McClung Foundation, first Manitoban to chair the Canadian

Region of Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians; Theresa Oswald – first female Minister of Health; Amanda Lathlin – first Indigenous woman elected; Carol Bellringer – first female Auditor General; Patricia Chaychuk – first female Clerk of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly; Irene Hamilton – first female Provincial Ombudsman; Janet Mirwaldt – first female Children’s Advocate; Shirley Strutt – first female Legislative Counsel; and Shipra Verna – first female Chief Electoral Officer.

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Mom’s back-to-school balancing act Working women have come a long way from being perceived as responsible “housewives” and “housekeepers.” The turning point in women’s employment history began in the First World War when they began to enter the workforce to cover for the enlisted men in military. While the society’s expectation was for the working women to return to their domestic duties at the end of the Second World War, many women declined to stay home after the war in the first half of the 20th century and that decision to remain in the workforce triggered significant social and cultural change, which paved the way for the women of today.

In today’s generation, however, the workforce represented by women has different challenges, particularly for those who have to juggle their family and career demands.

Women now represent nearly half of the Canadian workforce.

Statistics Canada released a report in 2017 indicating that the percentage of mothers who participated in the workforce increased from 36 per cent in 1986 to 47 per cent in 2017. The report also indicated that working

mothers still take on the bulk of household chores and child-care responsibilities.

In reality, working mothers do not get a day off as their normal work day extends throughout the rest of their day at home, taking care of family needs, whether it is related to preparing meals, driving their children to sports or activities, or helping their children with homework. The days are long and for a mom with a full-time job. Feelings of guilt and stress can set in because there is constant divided attention between work and family. While it is a huge struggle for a lot of moms, the key is good planning and getting organized in order to find a suitable balance between work and family. Here are few tips: Prep the night before for the morning Getting organized the night before saves a lot of time in the morning. Some of the things that can be done include packing the kids’ lunches and getting their clothes ready. A personal favourite routine of mine is having my kids shower the night before so they are fresh and ready to go the next morning. The night

before school would also be a good time to go over the schedule for the following days that week to ensure that whatever is planned for the next few days are taken care of.

Be guilt-free For a mom it is tough not to feel guilty about how your limited attention and time are impacting your family. However, there is an advantage that comes from being able to work a fulltime job as it can be benefitting in terms of being able to afford other educational opportunities and extra-curricular activities and money saved for college. Finding the best of both worlds can be an effective way to let go of guilt.

Create a calendar Keeping track of school and after-school activities can definitely be a struggle especially when there are multiple children in your household. One thing I have started that I find very helpful is maintaining a schedule in Google Calendar to help keep track of all the activities that our family has. Another helpful idea is to create a “family command centre” where a magnetic or cork board can be set up for posting any important reminders and important documents from school.

Make time for me-time Because as a mom, your time is divided between your home and your job, it is important to manage your energy well. This is why it is so important to fit in valuable “me-time” in order to recharge from the stress and multiple demands on your time. It would be very hard to manage the home and spend time with your family if you are a grumpy and tired mom.

Lastly, it is very important to acknowledge that it is physically impossible to be everywhere, however, if you do not prioritize and organize your time, there could be risk spending a lot of time on things that are of little value. As family must come first, focusing on planning how you want to spend your time must be given some attention.

This article is intended for information purposes only and not to be considered as professional advice.

Sources • https://www150.statcan. gc.ca/n1/pub/89-652-x/89-652-

x2017001-eng.htm • http://fortune. com/2015/06/06/women-withbig-jobs-and-big-familiesbalancing-really-isnt-that-hard/ • https://www.randstad.ca/ workforce360-trends/archives/abrief-history-of-women-in-theworkplace_574/ • https://www.parents. com/parenting/work/lifebalance/moms-balance-workfamily/?slideId=slide_6dc177ed5 d 7 5 - 4 f 3 a - 9 f 8 9 be3928c6b8e1#slide_6dc177ed5d75-4f3a-9f89-be3928c6b8e1 Michele Majul-Ibarra, IPMA-ACP is an Advanced Certified HR Professional with the International Personnel Management Association. She graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and a Certificate in Human Resource Management. She also holds the C.I.M. professional designation (Certified in Management).

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Projected processing times for immigration How many have wondered about immigration processing times? If you explain that the process may take several years, many are dismayed and some are angry. In the past, IRCC advised that sponsorship applications from abroad would take 13 months on the average from outside Canada and 26 months from inside the country. These numbers were not the most encouraging but provided some indication of the length of time expected. The department recently announced a new approach for determining processing times for Canadian permanent resident applications received on or after July 31, 2018.

First, the announcement does not mean that those applications received before July 31, 2018 will not be processed. Rather they will be processed in the old way and form part of a backlog of submissions. The difference is that those in the cue will continue

to be processed in terms of historical processing times.

IRCC explains that the new approach is forward looking as opposed to estimations based on historical data. In a press release published on August 9, 2018, the department announced a new projected times system, which covers the following types of permanent resident applications: • Sponsorship of parents and grandparents; • Provincial nominee (nonExpress Entry); • Quebec skilled workers; • Start-up visa; and • Humanitarian and compassionate cases.

Projected processing times will show applicants how long their applications are expected to take, under normal conditions, based on the day of submission (AOR date). This system involves updating processing times monthly.

Canada’s Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen praised this new approach. He said, “This update is an important one to ensure our immigration processing times are as accurate as possible and to help clients better prepare to move to Canada if their application is approved.”

Processing times for submissions on or after July 31, 2018 are as follows: • Sponsorship of parents and grandparents – 20 to 24 months; • Provincial nominee (nonExpress Entry) – 15 to 19 months; • Quebec skilled workers – 15 to 17 months; • Start-up visa –12 to 16 months; • Humanitarian and compassionate cases – 22 to 36 months.

(Processing times checked on August 10, 2018) There are differences between the old historical processing times and that new projected ones. Under the old system the processing times were based upon

the AOR date and the length of time it took to process 80 per cent of the applications in the past year.

The new projected processing time measurement will depend on the number of applications waiting and how long IRCC expects to process 80 per cent of pending applications. In both cases the time starts with the submission of a complete application, but the difference is in the use of projected (future-oriented) numbers.

IRCC has been working on transparency and reducing backlogs. We have noted a change in the actual processing times for sponsorship applications from both inside and from outside Canada. With monthly adjustments, the projected processing times will give users a clearer picture of how long they should reasonably wait for the completion of the permanent resident processing. The change is first conceptual and secondly dependent upon departmental action. There are, of course, a number of things that impact on

all immigration applications: the type of application submitted; the completeness of the application; how quickly IRCC will attend to the old applications in the backlog; how easily the applicants’ information can be verified; how long it takes applicants to respond to requests or concerns raised by IRCC officials; and other factors.

It is important for users to do their part to improve the quality of their submissions and responses.

But first, we applaud IRCC’s commitment to transparency and quicker processing times, including the use of projected processing times.

Michael Scott is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC, R525678) who has 30 years of experience with Canada Immigration and the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. He currently works as a licensed consultant with R.B. Global Immigration Consultants Ltd. 204-691-1166 or 204-227-0292. E-mail: mscott. ici@gmail.com.

Are you Filipino?

Mentorship has always been one of the key pillars of ANAK as an organization. From the beginning, the purpose of ANAK’s Kapatid Program has been to assist Filipino youth academically, socially, and culturally in Canadian society.

I was introduced to the program in 2007, when I joined in as a volunteer mentor. I then got more involved by becoming an ANAK member, and helped run the program with the mentorship committee. Even though I was already working full-time as a gas-turbine mechanic, I found a way to fit the Kapatid Program into my schedule.

I loved every minute of it; from homework help, to preparing workshops, organizing group activities, or just letting loose and getting to reconnect culturally with my own heritage. Collaborating ideas with fellow mentors and connecting with the mentees also helped me gain valuable skills that were transferable outside of the program. The community involvement, the newly developed skill set, and the rewarding experiences that I gained in the program made me realize that I wanted to become a teacher; an Industrial-Arts teacher in particular. This allowed me to include my previous handson experiences as a mechanic into the classroom.

In 2017, I completed my degree in education and received my teaching certificate. Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of substitute teaching many kids, in many schools, in all grade levels, and from many different backgrounds. Once in a while, I get a student or two looking at me with a curious stare. That is when they usually go and ask me what I think they’re going to ask me, “Are you Filipino?”

Sometimes I throw a question back at them and ask them, “Why do you ask?” But, if I see that they’re really elated to find out, I immediately and proudly say, “Yes! I am Filipino.”

The student(s) then usually respond, “Me too!” Even though I am only a substitute, I can see that they still view me as a role model and are proud to be Filipino themselves when they find out that I am too.

These experiences only emphasize more for me how representation matters, and how ANAK’s culturally oriented mentorship plays an important role in boosting self-esteem in youth and instils pride in our heritage. This is like wise with mentors too. The interactions between mentors and mentees are mutually beneficial. Through the Kapatid Program I became a Kuya to my many Kapatids through the years.

This upcoming school year,

Andrew getting ready to facilitate a fun filled Kapatid Program session the Kapatid Program is taking on a new format based on digital storytelling. This form of storytelling is a modern way of capturing our oral history or oral tradition using video, photographs, as well as other art forms, along with narration. The mentors will assist the mentees with finding, developing, and expressing their stories through this medium. The process of

creating these stories will allow the mentees to explore, reflect, internalize, and share their Filipino-Canadian experiences as they see it. These are their stories and so as a community, these are our stories.

ANAK is currently recruiting volunteers who are interested in becoming mentors for this year’s Kapatid Program. Volunteer training will begin this fall

with Kapatid Program sessions starting in the New Year. Please e-mail info@anak.ca or signup at www.anak.ca.

Andrew Aviso is a dedicated volunteer and long-serving member of ANAK. He is the current HR director and the chair of the mentorship committee. He is excited for the upcoming mentorship program to get under way.

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10 habits of highly successful people Welcome to another brand new month fellow dreamers!

I don’t know about you, but I am definitely in need of a motivation boost to ensure I’m still on track with my goals. In this article, I’d like to share with you 10 habits of highly successful people. Now, are these the only habits? Of course not. These are just a few of the top habits I have observed that my role models have and continue to work on for themselves. I’m happy to share them with all of you. Let’s get started!

Highly successful people: 1. Know their priorities – They know that their time is limited and they know how to spend it well by focusing on the important things in life.

2. Have a morning routine – A great day starts with a good morning. It is important to kick start the day on the right note to prepare for the day ahead.

3. Make health & exercise a priority – Research says that a healthy lifestyle greatly contributes to improved productivity, motivation, and happiness. Highly successful people understand that they need to take care of their bodies, no matter how busy they are.

4. Never stop learning – There’s always so much more to learn and, even if one is already

successful, they still like to challenge themselves and stretch their mind.

5. Practice consistency – It is not often that achievements arise out of pure luck. For the most part, the wins were a result of consistent efforts and hard work.

6. Follow through – When they say they’re going to do something, they do it. They do not make up excuses or blame it on external factors. They own up to their ideas and see it through.

7. Believe in themselves – “Whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re right.”

Successful people know that they need to be their own cheerleader and work on their self-confidence to lift themselves up.

8. Are not afraid to fail – They know that mistakes happen

and that it is another opportunity to learn and grow stronger. I love this quote that says “While one is holding back because they feel inferior, another is making mistakes and becoming superior” (Henry C. Link) 9. Have a support system – Whether it’s family, friends, a partner, etc., having a support system is vital to success. No one person can be successful on their own, and if so, it would not be as fulfilling and joyful.

10. Are grateful – Successful people are aware of the blessings in their life. They know that there is beauty of all sorts and sizes that they can be thankful for and celebrate. Therefore, they feel successful on a regular basis and know not to be greedy and yearn for more and more.

These are just a handful of habits that I’ve noticed my role

models practice on a regular basis.

They inspire me to be better and do better. I am always amazed at how much we can learn from one another if we open our eyes.

From dreamer to dreamer, I hope that you feel a boost of

motivation today to keep up the hustle. Work hard, be kind, and love more. Until next time!

Yvanne is a Program Manager with Career Trek Inc. She’s also an Independent Pop, R&B/Soul Singer-Songwriter.

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If you’ve ever read anything about feng shui, you know that the proper flow and movement of energy in the home, called chi, can make all the difference between happiness, success and prosperity.

And part of that flow directly relates to the way furniture is placed. When furniture isn’t arranged properly, this can create blockages, unpleasant surprises, and lack of growth and success.

Read these tips for each room in the house on how to maximize your home’s energy – and your good fortune – with good feng shui furniture placement.

The Living Room This is the room that represents the whole home. It can be considered the small version of whole home’s footprint, making it a very important room. This is also the room that has the most influence on the whole family, as this is where the family gathers together.

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is arranged to invite energy movement, compatibility and family harmony.

The best arrangement for furniture is the conversational arrangement.

This is when chairs and sofas are arranged to face one another versus at right angles to each other.

This encourages togetherness and conversation, especially when the TV or a fireplace is perpendicular to the seating area.

The conversational arrangement puts the emphasis on people versus focal points, such as the TV or fireplace.

It also pulls furniture away from walls. When furniture is pulled out into the room, chi can move freely and smoothly around the furniture, and this helps improve prosperity, health and happiness. It also fosters opportunities to come to the family.

The Bedroom Second to the living room

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The essential feng shui guide to furniture arrangement is the bedroom. Contrary to the living room, the bedroom is a place where having good, solid support behind the bed helps improve health and sounder, secure sleep. The bed should always be positioned so that the occupants can see the view of the door from the bed.

When a bed is placed on the same wall as the door, unpleasant surprises can befall the residents.

It’s also important that the bed is not on the same wall as a toilet, shower, tub or sink. It is fine if it shares a wall with the bathroom as long as those plumbing fixtures are not on that same wall.

If the bedroom is designed in such a way that there is no solid wall for the bed to be placed on, then turn the bed on an angle, again, so that the occupants can see the door from bed. A large dresser placed behind the bed in the corner can serve as a wall.

The Dining Room The dining room represents the wealth of the family. It’s where food is shared, and because it is, it is also considered a room that also represents health. It’s a symbol of family togetherness, holidays and special occasions, so it needs to look appealing and tasteful.

Tables should be solid and sit in the centre of the room. The room should have a look of wealth and abundance, so lighting is essential. The head of the family should sit at the end furthest from the entrance to the room. That is because that is the command position.

The Home Office If the home office is used to pay bills or homework occasionally, then its placement isn’t as critical.

However, when the office is used as a workplace or where a business is run, it’s essential that the office is set up to encourage prosperity and the arrival of new opportunities for business, such as sales, new clients, etc.

That’s why all desks should be pulled out into the room executive style. While it may be easier to push them against the wall because all the wall plugs are there, try to avoid this. Pulling the desk out in the room will help bring more prosperity versus representing obstacles, the way a desk pushed against a wall does.

Another critical arrangement concept is that the desk has a solid wall behind it like the bed does. This symbolizes the person at the desk having support in their business and their work endeavours. Lastly, a home office should have a generously sized desk and a full executive chair to

ensure plenty of room and comfort while working – and to symbolize success!

FENG SHUI Q&A Question: My friend’s son has won all kinds of medals for swimming. His coach told him to hang the medals above his head in his bedroom so he sees them before he goes to sleep. His mom wants to know if this is a good idea. What should I tell her?

Answer: That’s a great idea from his coach! You have to see something for it to happen – and seeing all those medals is a great way to motivate a young man to keep striving. My only thought is that I don’t like the medals hanging over his head while he sleeps. Is there a way to place them on the wall opposite his bed so he sees them without having them hang over his bed?

I’ve often said that it’s a great idea to put goals and things you want in front of you – because you have to see the thing you want as often as possible in order to see the result. It’s a lot like saying “What you see is what you get.” I wish him much continued success and luck!

Kathryn Weber is the publisher of the Red Lotus Letter Feng Shui E-zine and certified feng shui consultant in authentic Chinese feng shui. She has over 20+ years of feng shui study, practice and professional consultation. Kathryn helps her readers improve their lives and generate more wealth with feng shui. For more visit www. redlotusletter.com and learn the fast and fun way how feng shui can make your life more prosperous and abundant!

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CANADA...

From page 1 accept up to 20,000 applications for the sponsorship of parents and grandparents, in 2019.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said the decision accept more applications was a result of the continually high demand in the Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program and the reduced backlog of applications, which has dropped from a peak of 167 000 people, in 2011, to just under 26 000 people, in June 2018.

“Over the last few years, we have made substantial improvements to the parents and grandparents sponsorship process and eliminated the backlog of applications. Now, by accepting even more applications this year and next as well as enhancing the intake system, the Government of Canada is demonstrating its commitment to helping families

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After increasing the 2018 cap to 17 000 complete applications, IRCC sent a second round of invitations to randomly selected potential sponsors who submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in early 2018. Those invited to the second round have until October 5, 2018, to submit a complete application.

In 2019, as in previous years, the Interest to Sponsor form will be available online at the beginning of the year for people who want to submit an application to sponsor their parents and grandparents.

However, instead of randomly selecting who can actually apply in a lottery process, invitations to apply will be issued based on the order in which IRCC receives the Interest to Sponsor forms.

This process will continue until the 2019 cap of 20,000 complete applications is reached.

University of Santo Tomas Alumni Association of Manitoba (USTAAMI) is accepting applications for its 2018 USTAAMI scholarship awards Applicants must: • be of Filipino descent; • have a minimum average grade of 85% • be accepted and entering first year in any post secondary schools in Manitoba in September 2018 Deadline: September 14, 2018 For other requirements and application form, go to www.facebook.com/groups/ustaami or send e-mail to ustaami@gmail.com.

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Pedal to the metal There’s probably an entire generation of people out there that have no idea what “pedal to the metal” is referring to. Yet, there are many of you that have done it - yeah, you know who you are. It’s a saying that refers to driving a car and pressing the gas pedal all… the…way…down. It’s a reference to getting somewhere very fast.

This past summer, the Burgos Bunch did just that, but for us, it was completing an epic road trip in a very short period of time.

There was a lot, and I mean a lot, of driving involved. It started in my hometown of Nanaimo and ended back in your hometown of Winnipeg. In total, we drove over 7,000 kilometres! But wait Dale, you say, I just Googled it and the math doesn’t add up. Indulge me for a moment as I put on my travel agent hat.

Our three-week trek across the Rockies and Prairies started with us taking BC Ferries across to North Vancouver. Those who haven’t done it, you must give it a try one day. The ferry is big enough for you to drive onto along with hundreds of other fellow travellers. If you’re hungry, there is a restaurant on board that serves an assortment of meals. If you’re lucky, you may be able to spot a pod of Orca whales commuting in the Strait of Georgia. Total sail time from Nanaimo to The Mainland is approximately one hour and 40 minutes. This does not include the hour or more of waiting at the ferry terminal. It’s

always best to reserve your spot on the ferry, especially during the summer because it can get very busy.

The next stage was to drive from North Vancouver. I like to do this as quickly as possible.

I stay on Highway 1 and pass Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Abbotsford and Chilliwack while trying to avoid the traffic that usually hits in the afternoon. Trust me, you haven’t seen traffic until you’ve seen Vancouver traffic.

Unless you’ve been in Manila traffic, which I’m thinking most of you have – then, my condolences.

Once we got past the commuters, we drove the Coquihalla Highway. I wouldn’t suggest doing this in winter, as closures are common due to bad weather or accidents. This is a great stretch of highway that takes you through the mountains; the scenery is breathtaking, Jjust don’t gawk too much if you’re driving.

There was a time that it cost you money to use this shortcut. It is now free to all to use. At the end of the pass is Kamloops, our first stop on our road trip.

Next stop was Calgary via the Rocky Mountains. Wow! Driving through this terrain reminds us just how insignificant we are in the grand scheme of things. These mountains were here long before we walked this earth and will be around after we leave. Make a detour through Lake Louise and Banff if you can. I recommend early visits to Lake Louise as the

parking can be challenging. Banff is a great town – lots of sights and shops. You might even spot a celeb or two while hitting the ski slopes.

Calgary always surprises me. There are always new communities popping up and, like Winnipeg, the Filipino population keeps growing. Calgary is a special place as that is where most of my extended family lives. This was also the destination for many family trips when I was a wee lad.

The next leg is one that I would rather forget – Saskatchewan.

I’ve never liked driving through this province. It’s uneventful, flat and devoid of any greenery. It’s boring! Yet it’s a very easy drive.

I usually hit cruise control and take a nap. We’ll get to Manitoba eventually.

Once in Winnipeg, we headed straight to my mom’s house, where she awaits with open arms and a warm home-cooked meal. There is nothing better!

No travel tips needed here, you are more up to speed than I am.

The next few days were more driving in and out of Winnipeg, visiting family and friends. We even got in a couple trips to my sister and brother-in-law’s cabin – that drive alone is 1,000 kilometres, round trip.

This brings me to the main purpose for our visit; my cousin’s wedding. I was honoured to be in the wedding party and also act as the Master of Ceremonies. We laughed, we cried and danced the night away! There was the obligatory line dancing and

Manitoba wedding and social song favourites like YMCA and Mony Mony.

The day after was the family reunion. It was a bit tough because our bodies ached from busting a move all night. The gathering was held at Assiniboine Park. We weren’t the only ones with the same idea. Thankfully we got a nice spot under a picnic shelter.

The next day, we turned the truck around and pointed it back to Nanaimo. Let’s recap and do the math. Nanaimo to Winnipeg adding a couple round trips to the cabin – that comes to just over 7,000 kilometres. Excuse me while I stretch my legs.

Dale manages the communications department for a school district in BC.

(L-R) Bella, Rece, Kiana, Gavin, Tyra, my Ate Net, mom and Elizabeth taking a break on our way to Tofino

De Jesus family reunion with members from Toronto to Nanaimo and everywhere in between

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Hindi ipinalabas sa latest show ng Gandang Gabi Vice ang interview kina Sarah Geronimo at James Reid. Sa halip, ang panayam kay Daniel Padilla ang mabilisang ipinalit.

Nagkaproblema ang production dahil kay Mrs. Divine Geronimo, ang dakilang ina ni Sarah, hindi nito nagustuhan ang naging takbo ng interbyuhan. Nagwalkout ang ina ng singer-actress.

Dahil gabing-gabi nang ipinalalabas ang GGV ay puwede nang magbato ng mga naughty questions ang TV host. May tanong kay Sarah kung nasubukan na ba niyang manood ng porn. Oo, sabi ni Sarah, pero iyong sa anime lang.

Tinanong din ni Vice si Sarah

kung naranasan na ba ng singeractress ang matulog na may katabing lalaki? Siguro’y ngiti lang ang naisagot doon ni Sarah pero ayaw nga ng mommy niya ang mga ganoong klaseng tanong Sanay na ang publiko sa daloy ng tanong ni Vice Ganda sa kaniyang mga bisitang personalidad, pakilig iyon na tumatawid na rin sa pagiging personal, kaya nang uriratin ng host si Sarah tungkol sa relasyon nila ni Matteo Guidicelli ay umalma ang kaniyang nanay.

Dios mio. Sa edad ngayon ni Sarah na liyebo treinta na ay mukhang 16 years old pa rin yata ang tingin ni Mommy Divine sa kaniyang anak na bawal pang See CRISTY p15

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• Sarah Geronimo – Kontrolado pa rin ng ina kahit over 30 na • KathNiel – Milyones na naman sa box office ang The Hows Of Us • Kris Aquino – Markado ang role sa box office hit – Crazy Rich Asians • JoshLia – Walang duda, successful ang seryeng Ngayon At Kailanman • Joshua Garcia – Sikat na kaya dapat mag-ingat sa mga sagot sa interviews • Sharon Cuneta at Richard Gomez – Kinikilig muli ang mga loyal na fans • KC Concepcion – Nasa edad na, kailan kaya lalagay sa tahimik?

• Willie Revillame – Mukhang isinarado na ang pintuan sa pulitika • Coco Martin – Kahanga-hanga dahil sa pagkandili kay CJ Ramos • Jo Berry – OK na OK ang pagganap ng munting aktres sa Onanay • Lotlot de Leon – Panganay ni Nora, hindi dapat maging balat-sibuyas • Luis Manzano at Jessy Mendiola – Handa nang humarap sa altar

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Cherie Gil, Jo Berry and Nora Aunor

Coco Martin & CJ Ramos

Jessy Mendiola & Luis Manzano

Richard Gomez & Sharon Cuneta

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From page 14 Philippines 2018 on September 2nd at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza. The multi-faceted ‘It Girl’ will strut her stuff in a fashion show

by Taiwan-based Filipino designer Mario Subeldia. The Taiwan Fest is organized by the United Filipino Canadian Associations of British Columbia (UFCABC) and is the largest English/Mandarin bilingual cultural festival in Canada that copresents a different Asian Culture each year.

Meanwhile, Kapuso actress Carla Abellana is in the US as she banners Fiesta Ko Sa Florida on September 1st and Fiesta Ko Sa Texas on September 2nd. The fun-filled events will showcase everything Filipino through cultural performances, contests, vendor booths and exhibits from local businesses, as well as a raffle draw. Highlighting each event will be Carla’s special performance followed by a meet-and-greet portion with the Kapuso abroad.

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From page 12 magpa-kiss at makipag-holding hands.

Tuloy ay nagbalik sa alaala ng marami ang masakit na paghagulgol ni Sarah sa kaniyang concert sa Amerika. Pagod na pagod na ang Popstar, idinaan na lang niya sa pag-iyak ang kaniyang nararamdaman, dahil sa kaniyang edad nga naman ngayon ay kontrolado pa rin ni Mommy Divine ang kaniyang personal na buhay.

E, nagbiyahe na sina Matteo at Sarah nang silang dalawa lang, di ba? Ano kaya ang gustong palabasin ngayon ng nanay ni Sarah? Na noong bumiyahe sila ni Matteo ay hindi man lang sila nagkiss at naghawak-kamay?

Bawal kumain ng tsokolate si Sarah, bawal tumikim ng mani, bawal siyang uminom ng malamig na tubig, bawal siyang kumain ng ice cream… ano, bawal siyang mabuhay?

Napakabait na anak ni Sarah Geronimo. Puwede na siyang ipagpatayo ng rebulto dahil sa kaniyang kadakilaan bilang anak.

Dalawang bagay lang ang nakikita ng kaibigan naming propesor sa nagaganap kay Sarah, ang kaniyang komento, “Kundi siya magtatanan sa age niyang thirty, e, magiging matandangdalaga siya!” *** Hinuhusgahan na ngayon ang pinakahuling tambalan ng KathNiel. Siguradong kanikaniyang puntahan na sa mga sinehan ang mga tagasuporta nina Daniel Padilla at Kathryn Bernardo para mapanood ang The Hows Of Us. Kung ang mga mall shows ng loveteam ang gagawing barometro kung gaano magiging katagumpay ang pelikula ay pasok na pasok na ito, pinipilahan ang kanilang proyekto, milyones ang iaakyat nila sa kaban ng yaman ng ABSCBN at Star Cinema.

Sa trailer pa lang ng The

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Hows Of Us ay ramdam na nang malalim ang kuwento, nagpaalam na sila sa mga pakilig na eksena, pero siyempre’y sangkap pa rin ang kilig ng pagmamahalan nila na inaabangan ng kanilang mga tagasuporta.

Maraming tagahanga nina Daniel Padilla at Kathryn Bernardo ang nagbubunyi ngayon dahil sa wakas, pagkatapos nang limang taon, ay inilantad na ng magka-loveteam ang tunay nilang relasyon.

Sa tunay na buhay ay alagangalaga ni DJ si Kath. Hindi niya naman ikinukulong ang dalaga, hindi lang siya makapapayag na hindi maayos si Kath bago sila maghiwalay, hatid-sundo ng guwapong binata ang kaniyang girlfriend.

Ang maganda sa magkaloveteam at magkarelasyon sa tunay na buhay na ito ay kumikilos sila nang naaayon sa tamang asal. At disiplinado ang magkarelasyon. Alam nila kung hanggang saan lang sila. Hindi sila nakikitang naglalambutsingan in public, pero may paraan sila para magtawid ng pagmamahal sa isa’t isa, magkahawak-kamay sila palagi at kapansin-pansin ang paminsan-minsan paghaplos ng binata sa likod ng dalaga. *** Nananahimik na ang mga bashers ni Kris Aquino na panaypanay ang patutsada noon na extra lang siya sa Crazy Rich Asians.

Nang ipalabas ang pelikula at puro papuri ang tinatanggap ni Kris sa maigsi nga, pero markado niya naman papel, ay napahiya ang kaniyang mga kalaban.

Kasi nga naman, yakyakan sila nang yakyakan, inuuna nila ang pagtuligsa sa aktres-TV host nang hindi pa naman nila napapanood ang pelikula.

Bali-baligtarin man ang mundo ngayon ay si Kris Aquino pa rin ang nakakuha sa role na Princess Intan, sa kaniya ibinigay ang role.

At Hollywood movie ang pinag-uusapan ngayon, pangarap iyon ng bawat artistang Pinoy, ang kahit man lang kapiranggot na papel ay magkaroon sila sa isang Hollywood na proyekto.

Dahil kay Kris ay pinanood ng mga kababayan natin sa Amerika at Canada ang pelikula. Bibihira nga naman kasing mangyari na may isang purong Pilipino na kasali sa isang Hollywood movie.

Kaya anuman ang pamimintas na gawin ng kaniyang mga bashers ay wala nang epekto iyon kay Kris. Ang mahalaga para sa kaniya ay nabigyan siya ng pagkakataong makaarte sa isang pelikulang ipinalalabas sa buong mundo.

E, ano nga naman ngayon kung tatlong minuto lang naman pala ang exposure niya sa Crazy Rich Asians, mayroon bang ganoon ang ibang artista?

E, ano rin ngayon kung nagsasalita siya, pero hindi naman sa kaniya naka-focus ang mga camera, boses ba ng ibang artista ang naririnig habang naglilitanya siya?

Kay Kris Aquino pa rin iyon!

Spell I (read: inggit) lang sa kaniya ang mga bashers, kaya siya ginaganyan, di ba naman?

Wala rin silang maipambala

ngayon laban kay Kris Aquino dahil nagdesisyon siyang lalayo pansamantala sa social media.

Katwiran ni Kris ay mas maganda nang hindi alam ng mga tumututok sa kaniya ang bawat kilos niya’t galaw.

Ang tanging lumabas ay ang pasasalamat niya sa isang kababayan nating pumuri sa kaniyang pagganap sa Crazy Rich Asians. Ang kaniyang tugon, makakaasa ang lahat na hindinghindi siya magiging corrupt, lazy, money grabbing Asian.

Na totoo naman, kaya niyang panindigan ang kaniyang sinabi, dahil hanggang sa pinakahuling sentimo ng kaniyang kinikita ay nakalantad sa BIR at nagbabayad siya nang kaukulang buwis.

Hindi niya dinadaya ang Rentas Internas, handa siyang ipakita ang kaniyang libro para rebisahin ng mga examinerimbestigador ng BIR, dahil wala siyang itinatagong mga numero.

Puwede ngang mag-seminar kay Kris ang mga negosyanteng kinukuwestiyon ang ibinabayad na buwis.

Kaya kung papasok sa mundo ng pulitika si Kris ay hindi siya malalagay sa alanganin, walang See CRISTY p16

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INC members answer call for blood donations Canadian Blood Services (CBS) recently put out an urgent call for 22,000 blood donors

by August 26 and hundreds of Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) volunteers responded.

CBS donation centres from British Columbia to

Ontario have filled their available appointments; and the waitlist continues to grow. In Quebec, INC volunteers have pledged to help Héma-Québec.

In Winnipeg, a group of Ministers and their families were

among the first INC volunteers to donate blood earlier last week.

“The centre was overwhelmed with the number of ministers who arrived today,” said Sidney Santos, INC District Minister of congregations in Central Canada,

who saw the impact of their participation, just from the one event in Winnipeg.

“Thanks to the Winnipeg Blood Centre, more appointments have already been set to accommodate the growing participation of INC

volunteers throughout the week.”

Because most locations of Canadian Blood Services have seen a generous response to their call for donors, INC members will continue to donate blood throughout September.

INC District Minister Sidney Santos with fellow blood donors.

Photos Courtesy of Iglesia Ni Cristo Public Information Office

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From page 15 makapanunumbat sa kaniya sa usapin ng tax, na ang ibig lang sabihin ay sobra-sobrang napakalaki ng kaniyang kinikita kaya malaki rin ang binabayaran niyang buwis. *** Sinadya naming masimulan ang unang sultada ng seryeng Ngayon At Kailanman, ang pagbibidahang palabas nina Joshua Garcia at Julia Barretto, para hindi kami maligaw sa kuwento.

Mahalaga ang unang gabi, doon isinasalansan ng

produksiyon ang nakaraan, para maging magaan na ang pag-intindi natin sa bawat episode ng serye.

Mabilis ang transisyon, namatay agad sa unang gabi pa lang sina TJ Trinidad, Iza Calzado (na walang kakupas-kupas ang ganda) at ang kontrobersiyal na si Mercedes Cabral.

Ang daloy ng kuwento ay mas pinaganda pa ng ginamit na location, ang nagsasalita sa kagandahang dalampasigan, ang plantasyon ng dragon fruit, ang pagtutok sa windmills at lighthouse na mula sa maimahinasyong hagod ng cinematographer na si Direk Joey Mallari.

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The Game Sarasvati Productions marks this year with the 16th annual FemFest, a festival of lifechanging theatre for everyone.

The theme of FemFest 2018 is Staging Resistance, and it runs from September 15 to 22.

This year, two Filipino theatre artists, Elena Anciro and Joseph Abetria, join the festival in a production of The Game, written

by Shyamala Dakshinamurti and Sowmya Dakshinamurti, and directed by Cherissa Richards.

The play is a coproduction between Sarasvati Productions and Manohar Performing Arts of Canada.

The Game depicts six different perspectives on a single violent incident that occurs to Draupadi, the iconic woman at the heart of the Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata.

Through a combination of beautiful Indian dance and poetic writing The Game is as relevant today as in centuries past with its story of a woman who resists attempts to silence her.

Elena Anciro will be performing in The Game. She is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg’s Department of Theatre & Film. She was recently seen on stage in Breaking Through (Sarasvàti), Alice in Wonderland (Theatre NorthWest), JONNO (Echo Theatre), and Chimerica (Royal MTC / Canadian Stage).

Elena is also a member of Red Threads of Peace, a playback theatre troupe that merges artistry, social justice, and community building through improvised storytelling.

“When our director, Cherissa, shared her vision for the show with me, I was intrigued by the chance to explore and create with dancers, something I’ve never had the chance to do before,” said Anciro. “I was excited to work with classical Indian dancers to bring an ancient story into the modern world, especially one that addresses issues that continue to affect women today. It was also very intimidating at first, especially when confronted by the skill, strength, and grace of Manohar’s dancers! Working together to find that common language between actor and dancer has been a fascinating journey. I think the discoveries of where the lines blur will be exciting for audiences.

It isn’t very often that you get to

see both a traditional and modern interpretation of this story on one stage.”

Joseph Abetria is the design consultant for The Game. He is a Filipino theatre designer currently based in the North End of Winnipeg. A graduate of the University of Winnipeg’s Theatre Honours program, his recent design highlights include: Two Indians and The Seduction Theory (Sarasvàti Productions); Last Train to Nibroc (RMTC); Richard III (SIR); Iceland (TPM); Concord Floral, Vinegar Tom, and The Cassilis Engagement (UofW).

He has also worked as an assistant designer for various productions such as Billy Elliot (RMTC), Romeo & Juliet, and the Rocky Horror Show (Stratford Festival).

At times, Abetria also works as a scenic artist with companies like Theatre by the River, and KOBA entertainment.

“For me, what’s exciting about working on The Game is learning about these ancient characters from the Mahabharata, and delving deeper into their psyche,” said Abetria. “With the help of our director Cherissa Richards and the cast, we identified our own modern counterparts of these characters in 2018. Who is a nobleman in our present world? Do I know Draupadi in my life? Answering these questions guided me in designing the actors’ costumes for the show.”

“Audiences will find that there is an intriguing narrative in our retelling of this miracle in the Mahabharata. We are taking this piece of Indian epic mythos, and giving the characters new breath; a chance to explain themselves after centuries of just accepting their fate. There is energy in traditional Indian dance that electrifies the air; it amplifies the emotions of each scene. It’s a very passionate way of retelling this story,” said Abetria.

Also at Femfest 2018, Sarasvati Productions will also hold a reading of a new work in progress, Home 2.0, which will be touring high schools in the fall. The work features Filipino performers Denisse Samaniego, Bennette Villones and Joanne Roberts.

Source: Hope McIntyre, Artistic Director, Sarasvati Productions

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namin ng panahon, inabangan namin ang unang bagsak ng kuwento nito pero sa ikatlong gabi pa lang ay bumitiw na kami, may kaguluhan ang flashback ng kuwento.

Pagkatapos ng Ang Probinsiyano ay mahahawakan na naman kami sa leeg ng bagong serye nina Joshua at Julia, gustunggusto pa naman namin ang husay sa pagganap ng young actor, kumokontra kami sa komentong junior siya ni John Lloyd Cruz dahil hindi naman. May sariling atake si Joshua Garcia.

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Si Julia Barretto ang sanggol na nakaligtas nang barilin ang kaniyang ina, na pinalaki naman ni Mercedes at nang lumaon ay napulot-pinalaki ni Rio Locsin, malinaw na ang istorya.

Si Joshua naman ang anakmayaman na anak nina Alice Dixson at Christian Vasquez, kaabang-abang kung paano sila magkikita ni Julia, madaling sundan ang kuwento ng Ngayon At Kailanman.

May seryeng pinaglalaanan

Elena Anciro

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Ilocandia Association of Winnipeg Annual Picnic

Officers and members of the Ilocandia Association of Winnipeg celebrate their annual picnic at Kildonan Park

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From page 17 Magkarelasyon sina Joshua at Julia sa totoong buhay, hindi nila puwedeng ipagkaila ang katotohanan, kaya mas lalalim pa ang kanilang relasyon kapag ganyan na hanggang sa pagtatrabaho ay magkasama pa rin sila.

*** Bago sumalang sa interbyu ay dapat munang pinaaalalahanan si Joshua Garcia tungkol sa mga paksang karapat-dapat at hindi niya dapat sinasagot nang kaswalan.

Alam naman natin na ang salitang nabitiwan na ay mahirap nang bawiin pa, tatatak na iyon sa utak ng mga nakakarinig,

masuwerte ang nagbitiw ng mga salita kung makababawi pa siya.

May tanong kay Joshua kung kailan siya nagpaplanong magpakasal? Ang kaniyang sagot nang agaran, baby raw muna bago ang kasal, ganoon ang mabilis niyang tugon sa tanong.

Ganoon daw kasi sa probinsiya, bigla na lang nagbubuntis ang babae, wala raw nakakaalam

kung kailan mabubuo ang baby.

Maluwag ang disiplina ng magaling na young actor tungkol sa mga ganoon kaseryosong tanong.

Sagot lang siya nang sagot, hindi muna siya nag-iisip na puwedeng bumuwelta sa kaniyang pagkatao ang mga sinasabi niya, at damay pa ang kaniyang girlfriend na si Julia Barretto.

Ano tuloy ang naiisip ngayon ng mga nakarinig sa sagot ni Joshua? Masisisi ba niya ang mga naghalo ng malisya sa kaniyang sagot?

Siguro raw ay may ginagawa na silang milagro ngayon ni Julia at maaaring isang araw ay magdalantao na ang magandang aktres. Baby raw muna, sabi ni Joshua Garcia, at saka na ang kasal. Ganoon? *** Nag-aabang na ngayon ang mga hindi nagbabagong loyalista nina Sharon Cuneta at Mayor Richard Gomez. May kilig pa rin ang kanilang tambalan pagkatapos nang maraming taon.

Malapit na nilang simulan ang Three Words To Forever kasama ang young actress na si Kathryn Bernardo. Natural lang na nanghihinayang ang mga tagahanga nina Sharon at Gabby Concepcion dahil naunsiyami ang kanilang pagbabalik-tambalan.

Maraming puwedeng balikang kuwento tungkol sa relasyon nina Richard at Sharon. Nakatira noon sa Twin Towers si Sharon, kapag malapit na sa Ayala Avenue si Richard ay tatawagan na nito ang Megastar, para buksan ang kaniyang bintana.

Habang nasa kalye si Goma ay bababa ito ng kaniyang sasakyan, kinakawayan si Sharon na para namang si Juliet na nakapamintana at kaway rin nang kaway habang magkausap sila sa cellphone, kilig na kilig noon si Sharon kapag ikinukuwento niya ang ginagawa nila ni Richard kapag madalingaraw na.

Maganda ang kanilang hiwalayan, walang masyadong intriga, di tulad ng paghihiwalay

nina Sharon at Gabby na talagang punumpuno ng hinampo si Sharon sa ama ni KC. Nakaabang na ngayon ang mga fans nina Sharon at Richard.

Gagawin ng aktor ang pelikula nang hindi nito napababayaan ang kaniyang mga constituents sa Ormoc City.

Walang-walang problema kay Congresswoman Lucy Torres ang pagbabalik-tambalan ng kaniyang mister at ni Sharon. Tagahanga ito ng loveteam, kinikilig ito noong kaniyang kapanahunan sa panonood ng pelikula nina Goma at Sharon, kaya siguradong ikinaliligaya rin ng misis ni mayor ang proyektong ito.

Kuwento pa ni Lucy sa amin noong magkakasama kami as TV5, “Kinikilig ako sa kanila, pinanonood ko ang movies nila, pero I know, noon pa lang, na magkakakilala kami ni Richard.

“Kapag isinusulat ko ang name ko noon, Lucy Torres Gomez na, kahit hindi pa kami nagkakakilala,” kuwento ng magandang kongresista. *** Nasa wastong edad na si KC Concepcion para mag-asawa pero mukhang wala pa sa kaniyang isip ang pagkakaroon ng sariling pamilya. Hindi pa sa ngayon, sabi niya, pero siyempre’y pangarap din niyang magkaroon ng mga anak.

Banyaga na naman ang kaniyang karelasyon ngayon, pagkatapos nilang maghiwalay ng dati niyang karelasyong si Aly Borromeo ay mas ginusto niyang foreigner ang piliin niya, nagkaroon na yata ng takot si KC na magka-boyfriend ng Pinoy.

Kuwento ng mga kaibigan naming nakakakilala kay KC mula ulo hanggang paa ay napakasuwerte raw sa kaniya ng magiging boyfriend niya.

“Sikat na siya, pero kahit kaunting yabang, wala kang mararamdaman sa kaniya. Mabait si KC, tahimik lang siya kahit nasasaktan na. Magaling din siyang mag-alaga ng karelasyon.

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Raffy’s Café – a new home for live music Multi-talented Vancouver musician Raffy Ramiro – better known as Raffy Swap One – recently moved to Winnipeg and has gained much attention here from fans of live music. And soon those fans will get a lot more of what they love when Raffy’s Café Live Music Restaurant opens on the corner of Ellice Avenue and Wall Street. Raffy and his partner, Marienette Mallari, open their doors on Friday, September 14 with a concert featuring folk music legend Heber Bartolome.

Then, on Friday, September 28, Raffy’s Café will feature some of his Vancouver friends in a concert of jazz, pop, rock and new wave music, followed by another show on Saturday, September 29 to celebrate Marienette’s birthday at Petrus Hall, 2624 Inkster Blvd. at 8:00 p.m.

A multi-instrumentalist and singer, Raffy is adept on guitar, bass, mandolin, banjo, the Chinese pipa, saxophone, trombone, drums, and percussion.

His musical obsession began in Lucena City, Quezon, at the age

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From page 18 “Siya ang batang lumaki sa kaginhawahan pero parang wala lang. Wala sa utak niya ang kung ano at sino siya, she remains so humble and simple,” papuri sa kaniya ng aming mga kausap.

Kunsabagay ay kitangkita naman ang pagiging mapagkumbaba at simple ng panganay ni Sharon Cuneta. Sa buong panahon ng pagkakaroon niya ng mga programa sa ABSCBN ay wala kang maririnig na anumang reklamo ng produksiyong nakatrabaho niya.

Puro papuri ang maririnig tungkol sa dalaga, wala siyang kaartehan, hindi siya nagpapaimportante kahit pa may pangalan na siya at hindi lang basta anak nina Gabby Concepcion at Sharon Cuneta.

Dagdag pa ng aming source, “Palagi lang siyang nakangiti, bihirang-bihira mo lang siyang makikitang nakasimangot, nangyayari lang iyon kapag wala lang siyang enough sleep at pahinga. *** Mukhang isinarado na ni Willie Revillame ang kaniyang pintuan para sa mundo ng pulitika.

Ilang buwan na siyang nililigawan ng mga pulitiko para imbitahang sumanib sa kanilang puwersa pero hanggang sa pakikinig lang ang kaniyang kompromiso.

Matindi ang alok kay Willie para tumakbong mayor ng Quezon City kung saan siya nakatira, maraming pulitikong susuporta sa kaniyang laban, pero hindi buo ang kaniyang loob na harapin ang laban.

Isang mataas na opisyal din ng gobyerno ang kumausap sa kaniya para isali siya sa listahan ng mga senador na tatakbo sa darating na eleksiyon pero ganoon pa rin ang

of nine when he would watch his brother play the guitar and then sneak in some practice time when his brother was not at home. At the age of 12 he surprised his family with a solo concert in his elementary school.

Through the years Raffy taught himself to play other instruments. In school, he studied architecture but the allure of music was always stronger and, before his graduation, it swept him away to see the world. Raffy traveled to Japan, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore and then later to Qingdao, China, where he founded a band with five other multi-talented musicians, calling themselves Swap Six. The band hopped from country to country for several years until Raffy parted ways with his five band mates in 2014 to settle in Vancouver where he took on his solo stage name, “Swap One.” Since then he has toured across Canada, the United States and Europe, performing on occasion with artists such as Wency Cornejo of Afterimage, Lolita Carbon of Asin, and kaniyang paninindigan. Makikinig lang muna siya.

Wala siyang kongkretong sagot sa mga lumalapit sa kaniya, hanggang sa pakikinig lang ang maipapangako niya, dahil kailangan niya munang balansehing mabuti kung iiwanan na ba niya ang pagho-host at tututok na siya sa serbisyo publiko.

Maraming kontra sa kaniyang pagpasok sa pulitika, hindi na nga naman niya kailangan pa ng posisyon sa ating pamahalaan para makatulong, dahil ang ibinibigay niyang pag-asa sa mga kababayan nating kapuspalad sa pamamagitan ng Wowowin ay sobra pa sa sapat kung tutuusin.

“Naku, wawasakin lang ng pulitika ang pangalan niya.

Magugulo lang ang buhay niya. Lugar na tahimik lang siyang tumutulong nang walang kapalit, e, madadamay pa siya sa napakagulong pulitika sa bayan natin,” payo kay Willie ng kaibigan naming propesor.

Walang ibang dapat gawin ngayon si Willie Revillame kundi ang sundin ang kaniyang puso.

Kung sa palagay niya’y kaya niyang pasukin ang isang mundong mas magulo pa kesa sa showbiz, nasa kaniya ang pagdedesisyon, tutal naman ay kilalang-kilala siya sa pagkakaroon ng magandang puso para sa maliliit. *** Umaani ng papuri ngayon si Coco Martin dahil sa pagkandili niya sa dating child actor na si CJ Ramos. Kailan lang ay pumagitna sa balita ang guwapo pa ring si CJ dahil sa usapin ng droga.

Nilinaw ng mga otoridad na oo nga’t hinuli nila si CJ Ramos ay rehab lang ang ipapayo nila sa aktor dahil napakaliit na timbang lang ng droga ang natiyempuhan nilang hawak ni CJ. Kinasuhan pa rin siya, pero See CRISTY p20

Heber Bartolome of Banyuhay.

Just this past month, Raffy returned from shows in Estonia.

On September 8, he will be one of the judges and a guest performer for the Golden Balangay Awards in Toronto.

Along the way Raffy has won numerous awards himself and he was also on the jury for the

George Gershwin International Music Competition in New York.

Aside from performing, Raffy says he wants to share his talents with the youth and he plans to open a music school in the near future. In the short term, he plans to release an EP of original songs by the end of this year.

For tickets to the grand

opening of Raffy’s Café featuring Heber Bartolome on September 14 and for information on Raffy’s concert at Petrus Hall, call Raffy at 778939-9971 or Mary at 204-7713914. Also find Raffy’s MusicRoom on FaceBook.

– From a report by Gemma Derpo-Ofrasio Dalayoan

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KROSWORD

NO. 307

Ni Bro. Gerry Gamurot

PAHALANG 1. Pakikialam 5. Larawan ng gubat 12. Aloy 13. Ilakip 14. Marahil 16. Partner ni Inay 17. Linawin 18. Nota musikal 19. Bulalas sa Batanggas 21. Ilaban 25. Bukod doon 27. Lamanloob 29. Kaibigan ni Mama 31. Uri ng kahoy 32. Palalawigin

11. Totoy 15. Kulang sa taas 18. Linamnam 20. Gaan 21. Libot 22. Pulmon 23. Luto sa mantika 24. Ugali 26. Tatay 28. Kamit 30. Saka 31. Simbolo ng pilak

SAGOT SA NO. 306

PABABA 1. Kabilang ka rito 2. Klase ng pansit 3. Tapayan 4. Muni-muni 6. Kalye sa Makati 7. Gayon din 8. Tanggi 9. Siyasat 10. Lupa

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From page 19 puwede siyang magpiyansa, kaya agaran ding nakalaya ang aktor na sising-sisi sa naganap sa kaniya.

Nagpakatotoo naman ang aktor sa pagsasabing dahil sa matinding depresyon sa kaniyang career ay tumikim siya ng droga, pero mahigit nang isang taon siyang tumigil, pero kung bakit natiyempuhan siya nang gabing iyon.

Sa halip na gumawa ng kung anu-anong kuwento ay agarang umamin si CJ Ramos sa kaniyang pagkakamali, nangakong hindi na uli magpapatangay pa sa bisyo, pagbabagong-buhay na ang kaniyang konsentrasyon.

Nang makarating kay Coco Martin ang pagkasangkot ng dating child actor sa hulihan at nang malaman niya na matinding depresyon ang naging dahilan ng pagbibisyo ni CJ ay naging mabilis ang takbo ng mga pangyayari.

Isang staff ng Dreamscape Productions ang tumawag kay CJ, magkita raw sila, dahil may

nakahandang trabaho para sa kaniya sa Ang Probinsiyano.

Walang kasingsaya si CJ nang malaman nito na mayroon nang nakahandang role para sa kaniya, si Coco Martin ang naging susi ng lahat, kaya ganoon na lang ang kaniyang pasasalamat sa bida ng matagumpay na serye.

Pagkatapos nang masinsinang pag-uusap ay nag-taping na agad si CJ sa Ang Probinsiyano, maayos ang kaniyang itsura, mahusay pa rin siyang umarte.

Tama ang pagkakataong ibinigay ng produksiyon kay CJ. Ilaw nga naman ang kailangan ng naliligaw para makita ang tamang daan. Ngayon ay mayroon nang regular na trabaho si CJ Ramos, mayroon na siyang pagkakaabalahan, mawawala na sa kaniyang isip ang anumang bisyong walang magagawang maganda sa kaniyang buhay at career.

Iyon naman talaga ang maipupuri kay Coco Martin, binibigyan niya ng panibagong pag-asa ang mga artistang walang trabaho, inaampon niya ang mga

SEPTEMBER 1 - 15, 2018

HOROSCOPE SETYEMBRE 1 - 15, 2018 Aries (March 21 – April 19) May tinulungan ka nitong mga nakaraang araw at kahit hindi mo inaasahan, magdadala sa iyo ng buwenas ngayon at sa mga darating pang buwan. Ipagpatuloy mo ang iyong magandang pagkakawang-gawa, ang mga kabutihan mo ay babalik sa iyo nang maraming beses. OK sa ika7 at 15. Ingat sa ika-4, 5, 11 at 12.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) Kung ikaw ay nag-aaral, dapat mag-focus ka dahil sayang ang pera kung wala ring progreso ang iyong buhay. Kung nagsasawa ka dahil parepareho ang ginagawa mo araw-araw, sa pag-aaral man o trabaho, may pampalit ka ba?

Kung wala, mag-tiyaga ka muna.

Mapalad ka sa ika-7 at 15. Bantay ka sa ika-1, 13 at 14.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Pag-ibig pa rin ang nakasulat sa iyong hinaharap.

May makikilala ka at siya na marahil ang para sa iyo.

Matagal ka na ring naghahanap subalit naging mailap sa iyo ang pag-ibig. Huwag kang mag-alala, nagtiis ka noon, oras na upang maging paligayahin ang puso.

Masaya ang ika-7 at 15. Kuwidaw ka sa ika-2, 3 at 9.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Kailan ang huli mong physical check-up? Kalusugan ang focus mo sa buwang ito. May mga nararamdaman kang kakaiba – patingnan mo ang iyong kidney at colon. Alam mong malakas ka pero hindi normal ang mga nararamdaman mo. Mas mabuti na ang sigurado ka. Lucky ang ika-1 at 9. Ingat ka sa ika-7, 13 at 14.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) Masyado yatang naging good time ang iyong nakaraang buwan, may nagtampo dahil pakiramdam niya’y napabayaan mo na ang relasyon ninyo. Oras na upang bumawi ka, ipakita mong mahal mo siya, kung ito nga ang iyong nararamdaman; kung hindi, tapatin mo na siya. OK ang ika-1 at 9. Ingat sa ika-2, 3 at 15.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) Nawala na ang pabigat sa iyong buhay. Panahon na upang bumangon ka at punuin muli nang pag-asa ang iyong puso. Maaaring masakit pa subalit kakayanin mo iyan dahil may suporta sa iyo ang pamilya at mga kaibigan. Huwag mo na siyang ibabalik sa buhay mo.

Good ang ika-1 at 9. Stressful sa ika-4, 5, 11 at 12.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Ang mabuting kalusugan ay hindi lang pangphysical kundi pang-mental din. Hindi mo maipaliwanag kung bakit may dumarating na kalungkutan sa iyo nang walang malinaw na dahilan.

Huwag mong patagalin ang ganito. Dapat mo nang i-konsulta ito sa doctor. OK ang ika-2, 3, 11 at 12. Kuwidaw ka sa ika-9 at 15.

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) Kilala ka niya at mahal ka niya.

Ang tanong, gaano mo siya kilala?

Minsan may ilusyon tayo kung ano ang gusto natin at kahit hindi ganoon ang iyong partner, nakikita mo sa kaniya ang nasa ilusyon mo. Ang problema, parang nagkamali ka. Mag-usap kayo nang tapat. OK ang ika-2, 3, 11 at 12. Ingat sa ika-4 at 5.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) Kung gusto mong maging maayos ang iyong buhay, pag-aralan mong mabuti ang anumang papasukin mo lalo na sa buwan ng Setyembre. Ang puhunan mo ay ang naipunla mong pakikisama at mga kabutihang ginawa mo sa iba. Mag-isip, huwag kang padalus-dalos. OK sa ika-2, 3, 11 at 12. Ingat sa ika-1, 7, 13 at 14.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Ang kalaban mo ay hindi ibang tao kundi ikaw mismo. Masyado mong pinapagod ang iyong utak at katawan sa mga bagay na puwede mo namang huwag masyadong pansinin. Kapag hindi mo aalagaan ang emosyon, ito ang magdadala sa iyo. Gusto mo ba iyon? OK sa ika-4, 5, 13 at 14.

Ingat sa ika-11 at 12.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Magpasalamat ka dahil ang iyong partner ay mahal na mahal ka. Kahit anong mali ang nagawa mo, handa siyang magpatawad sa iyo. Sana ay makita mo ito at bigyan mo ng halaga. Hindi lahat ng tao ay kasing-suwerte mo sa relasyon. Sana’y magpakabait ka na. Lucky ang ika-4, 5, 13 at 14.

Bantay ka sa ika-1 at 7.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20) Sinabi na sa iyo nang nakakaalam pero ayaw mo pa ring maniwala, bakit? Ano pa ang kailangan mong pruweba na may sumasaksak sa iyo nang patalikod? Kadalasan, lalo na kung masama ang motibo, iba ang ipapakita sa iyo nang harapan. Pag-isipan mo ito. OK ang ika-4, 5, 13 at 14. Ingat ka sa ika-2, 3, 9 at 15.

artistang nilipasan na ng panahon ang popularidad.

Sabi ni prop, “Napakaganda ng puso ni Coco Martin, siya talaga ang ninong ng mga artistang nangangailangan ng trabaho.

Huwag na sanang sayangin pa ni CJ Ramos ang ibinigay na opportunity sa kaniya ni Coco.”

Totoong-totoo. o0oNasisilip din namin paminsanminsan ang seryeng Onanay na pinagbibidahan ng Superstar at ng baguhang si Jo Berry. Para sa isang baguhan ay okey na ang pagganap ng munting aktres, nakakasabay na rin siya kay Nora Aunor, kahit sa kontrabidang si Cherie Gil. Maraming nakikisimpatya sa role na ginagampanan ni Jo Berry noong una, malaking imbitasyon din sa pakikisimpatya

ang kakapusan niya sa sukat, pero bakit kaya nitong bandang huli ay marami nang hindi nagkakagusto sa papel na ipinagkatiwala sa kaniya?

Sabi ng isang kausap namin, “Nagiging bad na si Onay, nagiging pasaway na siya, ang tigas-tigas ng ulo niya. Lagi siyang nakasimangot, saka kinakawawa niya ang isang anak niya!”

Hindi natin masisisi ang emosyon ng mga manonood, hindi naman kasi nila alam na preparasyon lang ang mga eksenang iyon para mas kuminang pa ang presensiya ni Onay, pero sa bandang huli ay babawi naman siya.

Kailangang ipakita sa istorya na kapos man sa height ang bida ay marunong siyang lumaban, hindi siya makapapayag na basta na lang kawawain, kaya lumalabas

na matigas ang kaniyang ulo at hindi sumusunod sa mga payo sa kaniya ni Nora.

Ang maganda sa mga ganitong komento ay napapansin na si Jo Berry, magaling siyang umarte, kaya nagkakaroon iyon ng epekto sa kanilang mga tagasubaybay.

Pero iba pa rin ang Superstar.

Hindi nito kailangan ng mga dialogue, mata lang ang kaniyang pinagagana, tama ang obserbasyon ni Jo Berry na kapag kaeksena na niya ang Superstar ay parang may magnetong humihila sa kaniya.

Hindi na rin masyadong nahihirapan sa pagsasalita ngayon ang Superstar kumpara noon na parang malalim ang hugot ng kaniyang hininga sa pagdadayalog. *** Hindi dapat maging balatsibuyas si Lotlot de Leon sa See CRISTY p21

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SEPTEMBER 1 - 15, 2018

Nabalitang nakatakda nang tapusin ng US and Mexican officials ang bagong patakaran ng North American Free Trade ( NAFTA). Inaasahan na ang Canada ay muling mahikayat na maki-isa sa nabanggit na trade agreement. *** Ang nabalitang trade conflict between US and China ay maaaring may kinalaman din sa World Trade Organization.

Possible din umano na makapagpabago sa ekonomiya ng mga umuunlad na bansa. *** Samantala, nabalita na noong nakarang taon halos 72,000 ang bilang ng mga drug addicts na namatay, ayon sa US Center of Disease Control. Binanggit ang mga lugar na kabilang ang state of Florida, California, Ohio at Pennsylvania.

Pilipinas Noong ika-30 ng August, minsan pang ginunita ang araw ng kapanganakan ni Marcelo H. Del Pilar. Ang kinikilalang Father of Philippine Journalism. “Plaridel,” ang kaniyang pen name. Sinilang noong 1850 sa Cupang – ngayo’y Barangay San Nicolas, Bulacan, Bulacan. *** Nakakalungkot ang nangyari sa NAIA noong halos middle of August. Maliwanag na isang problemang hindi naiwasan.

Isipin na lang, kung hindi naman nangyari ay walang makakaisip na kailangang magkaroon ng solusyon. Ngayon lumutang ang mga inaakalang paraan para hindi na maulit ang nabanggit na pangyayari. Sanhi sa masikip na NAIA, naisip ang kaukulang solusyon. Dapat daw magkaroon ng mga additional Airport.

Nabanggit ang proyekto ng Philippine Air Lines (PAL) ng San

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Miguel Corporation na Bulacan International Airport na may suporta ng Philippine International of Chamber of Commerce. *** Dapat lang na si Associate SC justice Teresita De Castro ang napiling kapalit ni Maria Lourdes Sereno. Siya ang pinaka-senior sa tatlong nasa short list ng JBC at hindi kukulangin sa 40 taon ang karanasan sa judiciary. Gayunman, sanhi sa mandatory retirement, sa October 8, halos 45 na araw na lang ang kaniyang panunungkulan as SC Chief. *** Ang peace and order ay mananatiling laman pa rin ng mga pangunahing balita, so with antiillegal drug, Cha-cha, terrorism, corruption sa mga tanggapan ng gobyerno at political fever sanhi sa nakatakdang 2019 national and local mid-term elections.

Malabong talikuran ng pangulong Duterte ang nabanggit na mga pambansang problema. Sanhi ng kampanya sa pagbabago natural lang na kung may positive, hindi naman maiiwasan ang negative effect sa mamamayan. *** Tungkol sa illegal drug, ang pamamayagpag ay hindi lang pala sa Metro Manila. Ang problema ay mahirap magkakaroon ng solusyon. Sa dinami-dami ng mga isla sa Pilipinas, imposibleng mabantayang lahat ng nabanggit na mga lugar. Tiyak na nagagamit sa pagpupuslit papasok ng ano mang bagay sa bansa. *** Halos lahat daw ng opisina at departamento ng gobyerno ay may graft and corruption na ayon sa pangulo ay nagpapasakit ng kaniyang ulo. Binalita ang nangyari sa V. Luna Medical Center kaya daw ang mga opisyal ay tinanggal niya sa katungkulan.

HINAGAP

Mabisang Panalangin Sa Diyos na Haring sadyang maawain, Bukod tanging dasal, hiling na taimtim; Kami ay kasihan kahit ilang supling, Matapat ang sumpang sila’y mamahalin! *** Tinugon ang aming hiling at panata, Palaging karamay sa ginhawa’t dusa; Matibay na ngayon ang aking pag-asa, Sa araw at gabing may bagong umaga! *** Aming mga supling sadyang magagalang, Walang bahid dungis ang pagmamahalan; Gayon din sa akin na tanging magulang, Kung nagkakamali, “dahil tao lamang”! *** Magiging mabisa ang pananalangin, Kung bukal sa puso, diwa at damdamin!

Paquito Rey Pacheco

Sinabing sa nakaraang dalawang taon ng kaniyang pamumuno, nalaman niya kung gaano kagrabe ang problema. Binanggit din ang tungkol sa OFWs. Iniiwan ang mga pamilya, nagtatawid dagat para humanap ng ikabubuhay at mapag-aral ang mga anak. May mga kaso ng nasisirang pamilya.

Nakakaranas ng abuso ng mga amo at bangkay nang inuuwi sa Pilipinas. *** Samantala, ang federal form of government na nais ipalit sa kasalukuyang democratic presidential ay mahabang proseso.

Maaaring kulangin sa panahon.

Waring mahirap maihabol para sa isang plebiscite sa 2019 national and local elections ang hinandang panukalang federal charter.

Nagbabala ang business group. Nagpalabas ng joint statements vs Federalism. The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Employers Confederation of the Philippines, Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines, Management Association of the Philippines, Exporters Confederation Inc., Makati Business Club at Cebu Business Club.

Sang-ayon sila sa pinahayag ni Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III and Economic Secretary Ernesto Perina’s reservation sa draft Federal Constitution na hinanda ng Consultative Committee na tinalaga ng Pangulong Duterte.

Partikular na tinukoy ang financial provisions about division of revenues and spendings of the National and Federal Regions. *** Ang PDP-Laban ay may sugat na kailangan munang maghilom.

The regional political party na Hugong sa Pagbabago (Alliance for Change) ni Sara Duterte ay malamang na maging national

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From page 20 mga komentong naglalabasan ngayon sa social media laban sa kaniya. Siya ang pinakamatanda sa mga itinuring na tunay na anak ng Superstar kaya sa kaniya nabubunton ang galit ng mga Noranian.

Kahit naman mga hindi tagasuporta ni Nora Aunor ay ganoon din ang emosyon, siya ang dapat magpakumbaba para lumapit sa kinagisnan niyang ina, hindi iyong ganyan na nakikipagmatigas pa siya.

Kuwento ng aming source, “May mga nagtutulay sana uli para sa pagkakasundo nila, pero hindi iyon binigyan ng chance ni Lotlot.

Huwag na raw, tahimik na raw ang buhay nilang magkakapatid.

“Ang point naman ng marami, e, bakit siya nagkakaganyan, samantalang napakalaki ng naging sakripisyo sa kanila ni Ate Guy? Sabihin nang may mga pagkukulang si Nora sa kanila, sabihin nang hindi naman nagampanan ni Nora ang pagiging ina sa kanila, e, nand’yan pa rin ang katotohanan.

“Silang magkakapatid, hindi nila matatakasan ang truth na kung wala si Nora, e, ano na kaya ang naging kapalaran nila? Baka

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political party. Kasi, mismong ang pangulong Digong ay nanumpa as member ng HnP. Natural lang naman na ang pangulo ay maghangad ng masasandalan.

Kasi, ang PDP-Laban sa ngayon ay walang iniwan sa bangka na gegewang-gewang sa gitna ng maalong dagat. Kailangang magkaroon ng katig ang magkabilang panig. Iyon ang alliance ng Sara-Imee at Gloria. *** Ang Presidential Communication Operation Office (PCCOO) ay nagpaalala sa kanilang mga officials and employees na pag-ingatan ang pagpapalabas ng mga balita sa social media. Sinabing maaaring magbunga ng public opinion na iba ang maging kahulugan. *** Nabanggit ko dito, na noong panahon ng Noynoy Aquino, ang NFA ay inalis sa Department of Agriculture at nilipat sa Executive Department. Recently, nabalita, na ayon sa COA, 5.1 billion pesos na para sa food security was deposited to the Land Bank under the NFA savings account. Ang nabanggit na pera ng NFA ay hindi ginamit sa pamimili ng palay.

May iba daw pinagkagastusan.

Nagkautang pa daw ngayon ang NFA sa Land Bank ng halagang 5.1 billion pesos. Ang gobyernong Duterte ngayon ang nagbabayad sa Land bank ng nabanggit na halagang utang ng NFA. Marahil alam ni Senador Kiko Pangilinan kung saan ginamit ang perang pambili ng palay. Kasi, nasa Malacañang siya noon bago siya kumandidatong senador.

Ngayon, nabalitang mismong ang nasa Malacañang ay may planong buwagin na ang NFA. Baka nga kailangan, dahil ang nilalayon ng NFA kaya natatag ay hindi naman tinutupad. Ang katungkulan ay

mamili ng palay during harvest time. Imbakin at kung kailangan ay bigasin at ipagbili sa subsidized price sa mamamayan. Hindi kasi naging priyoridad ng mga sumunod na gobyerno sa MarcosLopez administration ang rice and corn production. Ang kailangang pagkain ng mga Filipino ay inasa through importation. Foreign farmers ang nakinabang. *** Ang plano ng gobyernong Duterte na pagbili ng mga Russian weapons and other military equipment ay hindi minabuti ng US defense officials. Subalit noong ika-23 ng August, binalita ng pangulong Digong na ang Washington daw ay nag-aalok ng tulong sa military modernization Program ng Pilipinas. Ang alok ng tatlong matataas na opisyal ng US ay hindi tinanggap ng pangulong Duterte. Sa halip ay sinabing isoli na lang nila sa Pilipinas ang Balangiga Bell na sagisag ng kabayanihan ng mga sundalong Filipino during the PhilippineAmerican war.

Sabagay, sabi nga ng mga kritiko, ang alok ng US na tutulungan ang Pilipinas sa military modernization program ay dapat pag-aralang mabuti. Kasi noon daw panahon ni Noynoy ang binentang dalawang barko ng US sa Pilipinas ay luma.

Ang mga barko from China and Russia ay bago. Sinabi ng Russian Ambasador sa Pilipinas, Igor Khovaev, sana daw respetohin ang relasyon ng Pilipinas at Russia.

Kasabihan Karanasan lamang, ang mabisang guro sa kaalaman ng tao.

Paunawa: Ang mga paksa at salitang nakasaad sa Pilantik ay sariling opinion ng may-akda at maaaring hindi opinion ng mga taga-lathala ng Pilipino Express.

mga agaw-cellphone sila ngayon!

“Ibinigay ni Nora ang kaligayahan nilang magkakapatid, hindi rin ba nila maibibigay ang happiness ng mommy nila? Dahil lang kay John Rendez, winasak na nila ang lahat-lahat?

“Hay, naku! Suwerte-suwerte rin minsan ang pag-aampon! May mga tumatanaw ng utang na loob, mayroon ding hindi!” naiinis na pagtatapos ng aming kausap. *** May nakapagkuwento sa amin na sa pinakahuling pakikipagkita ng mga miyembro ng VSSI sa kanilang idolo ay binanggit sa kanila ni Congresswoman Vilma Santos na handa na raw sa pagpapakasal si Luis Manzano.

“Mom, I’m ready,” literal na sabi ni Luis sa kaniyang ina.

Natural, masayang-masaya ang aktres-pulitiko dahil magkakaapo na nga naman ito, walang kontra si Congresswoman Vilma sa pakakasalan ng kaniyang panganay.

Mukhang malapit na nga tayong makahigop ng mainit na sabaw, kasabihan sa probinsiya ng matatanda, dahil unti-unti nang tinutukan nina Luis at Jessy Mendiola ang pagharap nila sa altar.

Hindi na siguro nila paaabutin ang kanilang kasal sa susunod

na taon, ilang buwan pang preparasyon ang natitira sa 2018 hanggang Disyembre, kaya baka sa taong ito na magpakasal sina Luis at Jessy.

Kayang-kaya nang magpamilya ni Luis, sa husay niyang humawak ng pananalapi ay magandang kinabukasan ang maibibigay niya kay Jessy at sa mga magiging anak nila, napakabatang namulat sa pagnenegosyo ng actor-TV host.

Kung mayroon mang personalidad na mapagpahalaga sa kaniyang kinikita ay nangunguna sa listahan si Luis, mismong si Congresswoman Vilma ang nagkukuwento kung gaano kagaling humawak ng pera ang kaniyang anak, hindi naman pinagdadamutan ni Luis ang kaniyang sarili pero mas malaki ang itinatabi niya kesa sa kaniyang ginagastos.

Masuwerte si Jessy Mendiola kay Luis Manzano. Nakaprograma na ang kanilang kinabukasan bilang mag-asawa ngayon pa lang.

Magiging responsableng asawa at ama si Lucky.

Namimili na sila ngayon ng magiging motif ng kanilang kasal. Napakaguwapong groom at napakagandang bride ang malapit na nating masaksihan.

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Parliamentarians visit the Philippines Report by Kevin Lamoureux, MP Winnipeg North Earlier this year the Canada Philippine Parliamentary Friendship Group, which I chair, made the decision to visit the Philippines, and as I write this story, I am on my way back home from the Philippines.

The primary purpose of the visit was to continue building bridges and to add value to what is already a healthy relationship between both counties. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has visited the Philippines twice and there have been several cabinet ministers who have also made the trip across the Pacific Ocean.

As a Parliamentary Friendship Group we were able to meet with a number of Senators, Members of Congress, staff members and appointees from President Duterte’s office. In all meetings, we talked about how the Filipino community in Canada continues to grow and at the same time make Canada a stronger and healthier country as a whole. I consistently made it clear that both Canada and Philippines need to go beyond immigration; we should also put an emphasis on talking more about trade and tourism. Canada has a lot to offer, such as expertise in food products and many services. Think of the potential in expanding

tourism opportunities, such as our snowbirds – Canadians who travel during the cold months of the year.

We can do a lot more in the years ahead. Today, twoway trade between Canada and Philippines exceeds two billion dollars a year. In 2017, Canada exported 815 million dollars to the Philippines while we imported 1.392 billion dollars into Canada.

We should continue to pursue ways in which both Canada and Philippines can grow and benefit more as a result of what I believe is a special relationship between two great nations.

To be clear, this does not mean in anyway that we cut

back on immigration. Canada’s Filipino heritage community will be reaching one million people in the coming few years and the Philippines continues to lead as the number one source country for immigrants to Canada. Canada needs immigration in order to support and build our economy, and the Filipino community is second to no other in achieving our goals.

The delegation was also provided the opportunity to meet with Canada’s Ambassador and his department heads. I should also mention that my daughter Cindy and I were able do a number of things on the side such as visit an ANCOP International

Seafood City coming to Winnipeg RioCan, the owners of Garden City Shopping Centre in Winnipeg, announced the signing of a lease with Seafood City Supermarket on August 23.

The grocery chain is known in North America as the leading one-stop market, shopping, dining and retail hub catering to Asians, especially Filipinos, with locations in Mississauga, Ontario as well as Southern and Northern California, Seattle, Hawaii, Chicago, and Nevada.

Seafood City Supermarket will occupy approximately 43,000 square feet in the space formerly occupied by Sears.

The 92,000 square foot area will be divided into multiple units including a second large format tenant. The remaining

space will become home to smaller stores.

A new entrance facing McPhillips street will also be created as part of the renovation.

“We are a proud member of the Winnipeg community and we are excited to start phase two of our redevelopment.

We look forward to welcoming Seafood City Supermarket and announcing the other exciting additions that will allow us to better support the daily needs of our customers.” said Rebecca Hyatt, Property Manager of RioCan’s Manitoba Portfolio.

Seafood City Supermarket plans to open in Garden City in the summer of 2019.

site, which included a slum area along with housing projects that were made possible by Canadians here in Canada.

Finally I would note that we had some fun outside of the official business. We were able to visit outdoor markets and even the Manila Ocean Park aquarium.

All in all, it was a successful trip and I will continue to promote and encourage stronger ties between Canada and the Philippines. Allow me to give a special thank you to Ambassador Petronila Garcia from the Filipino Embassy in Ottawa and her staff.

Without their direct help, the trip would not have been possible.

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Parliamentarians visit the Philippines

L-R: MaryAnn Mihychuk, MP-Kildonan-St. Paul; Robert-Falcon Ouellette, MP-Winnipeg Centre; Kevin Lamoureux, MP-Winnipeg North; Cindy Lamoureux, MLA-Burrows and Kellie Leitch, MPSimcoe-Grey

Parliamentary Friendship Group joins Philippine Senate Secretary Myra Villarica (3rd from left) during a wreath-laying ceremony at the Rizal Monument in Luneta Park, Manila, on Monday, August 20, 2018

Kevin and Cindy at the Manila Ocean Park

MP Kevin honours Dr. Jose. P. Rizal – wreath-laying ceremony With Secretary Harry L. Roque

A jeepney in Manila

With Senators Ralph G. Recto, Franklin M. Drilon, Loren Legarda and Sherwin T. Gatchalian

Parliamentary Friendship Group with ANCOP and Rotary Community Corps representatives

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