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OCTOBER 2019 VOL. 9, NO. 10 TORONTO, CANADA Giving Back, Moving Forward

iconic stuffed turkey on the as Prime Minster of Canada, brating every culture, giv- table. The operative word Justin Trudeau affirmed ing each of us the oppor- here is “stuffed”. We cele- that, “Diversity is Canada’s tunity to share who we are brate Thanksgiving by over- strength.” with the rest of the commu- filling the dining table with nity. lots of entrees, desserts and We are on the heels of a of course, a mix of alcoholic federal election. And so we Filipinos in Canada have and non-alcoholic drinks. look back and reflect. been extremely fortunate as we have been given the Traditionally, it is about One of the most significant freedom to express our- being grateful for the har- accolades given to Canadian selves and pass on our cus- vest. And for us Canadian- -Filipinos is the declaration toms from the motherland. Filipinos, we have reaped of the month of June as Fili- We feel safe. We feel wel- bountiful blessings . pino Heritage month across comed by Canada and we Canada. On October 30, are encouraged to continue On Oct 30, 2018, the House of Commons unanimously We are living in a place of- 2018, motion 155, authored sharing our culture with adopted June of every year as Filipino Heritage Month ten assessed to be one of by Liberal MP Salma Zahid, others. the safest and best coun- was passed and approved Thank you. Merci . Salamat. month’s Waves issue. We tries to live in. Our health unanimously in the House Now it’s time to give back look back at the blessings. care is among the best in of Commons. to this great nation that we Canadian-Filipinos should the world. call home. be familiar with these Thanksgiving is a holiday Canada has allowed us to be words of gratitude. And this associated with the food, In Canada, inclusiveness proud of our rich cultural On Oct. 21st, may we choose may be the most appropri- reunions of family and has brought about diversity. Filipino heritage. Canada the right people to help us ate words to start this friends and of course, the From the onset of his term has a special way of cele- move forward. ∎ Trudeau’s campaign continues despite threats

Liberal Leader Justin Tru- his family and for all the troduce him, but she did deau vowed he Canadians at the Mississau- not appear on stage. CBC won't change how he cam- ga event. News sources later con- paigns despite being the firmed the beefed-up secu- target of an undefined "This will not change at all rity was a result of a securi- threat that forced him to how I campaign, but I'm not ty threat. wear a bulletproof vest and going to make any further beef up protective comments on it." Trudeau also scolded the measures during a rally in Conservatives for launching Trudeau's scheduled ap- Mississauga, Ont., on Satur- personal attacks leading up pearance at Satur- day. to the Oct. 21 day's rally, which attracted vote, and spreading false- Speaking Sunday to report- 2,000 supporters, was de- hoods and misinformation ers in Toronto, Trudeau layed by 90 minutes and online about him that he featured a much heavier refused to offer any specif- Uniformed tactical officers his address. Trudeau's wife, said has also led to in- security detail once he took ics about the threat, saying wearing heavy backpacks Sophie Gre goire Trudeau, creased polarization and the stage. only that his first concern surrounded Trudeau during had been scheduled to in- (Continued on page3 ) was for the safety of

Technology Web to change lives PH Actress Amalia in the Philippines Fuentes laid to rest Page 6 Amalia Fuentes was laid to rest beside the grave of her Entertainment mother at the Loyola Me- morial Park in Marikina Maja Salvador wins City last Tuesday, Oct. 8, best actress in 1st after a three-day wake at Asia content awards Mt. Carmel, Quezon City, a wins stone’s throw from her Page 4 house in New Manila. She historic gold at died early morning last Saturday, Oct. 5, at 79. World Artistic Tourist in PH arrested for wearing Here’s one last misty-eyed finals skimpy string bikini look at “The Elizabeth Tay- AmaliaAmalia FuentesFuentes lor of the Philippines,” (August(August 27,27, 19401940 -- Story on page 14 OctoberOctober 5,5, 2019)2019) Page 3 (Continued on page 4) (Continued on page 4) Page 2 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES

OCTOBER 2019 Page Filipinos Making WAV ES 3 CANADA ~ PHILIPPINE NEWS WAVES New Election Rules Allow All Tourist arrested in Canadians Abroad to Vote Even Philippines for wear- If They've Been Away for Years ing skimpy bikini that By Lisa Belmonte ing outside of the country to must be carefully scrutinized was ‘literally a string’ vote regardless of when they and cannot be tolerated with- More Canadians who live last lived in Canada. out a compelling justification," abroad are now getting the the judgment stated. opportunity to vote in the up- You just need to prove your coming federal election. citizenship to get on the Inter- Now, Elections Canada is re- The new voting rules for liv- national Register of Electors. minding Canadians living ing outside of Canada mean abroad of the changes to vot- that all Canadians living In January, the Supreme Court ing rules. abroad have the right to vote of Canada ruled that every in the upcoming election. Canadian living abroad de- Since you can't just go to a serves the right to vote in Can- polling station the day of the Elections Canada announced ada's elections, no matter how election if you're living that Canadians who have been long they've been living out- abroad, you have to actually living abroad now have new side of the country. mail in your ballot before the voting rules that allow every- election for it to count. one who has been out of the The Liberal government had country for some time to par- passed legislation a month Elections Canada needs to get ticipate in the upcoming fed- before the Supreme Court your marked ballot no later eral elections. ruling that ensured voting than 6:00 p.m. ET on Oct. 21, rights for Canadians outside so it's important to account In the past, Elections Canada of Canada, but this ruling for the time it will take for had rules that made it so could stop future govern- your ballot to be mailed. those who were living abroad ments from restricting the couldn't vote if they had been voting rights of Canadians Elections Canada needs to get Lin Tzu Ting, 26, was photographed on the beach with her boy- out of the country for five living abroad. your completed registration friend (Picture: ViralPress) years or more. Now, the new application by Oct. 15 at 6:00 rules allow any Canadian liv- "Any limit on the right to vote p.m. ET. - narcity.com By Lucy Middleton ed the clothing item as ‘a form of expression and of A tourist in the Philippines feeling comfortable with Trudeau continues has been arrested for wear- despite threats ... her body’. ing a bikini that was ‘literally a string’. Lin Tzu Major Baylon disagreed, Ting, 26, was on holiday telling the Philippine Daily (Continued from page1 ) from Taiwan with her boy- Inquirer: ‘It was literally a friend when the pair decid- string. In our conservative has affected people nega- ed to visit Puka Beach on culture, it is unacceptable.’ tively. the island of Boracay. Ting was fined 2,500 Phil- ippine Peso (CAD $64.07), But he did not directly She chose to wear a which she was ordered to blame the party for the skimpy white thong bikini pay before her planned de- threat against him. for the occasion – but found parture from the island on herself being stared at by In light of the threat, oth- October 11. shocked onlookers. er party leaders put parti- san politics aside to show The Inquirer reports that leader had to ramp up se- litical leader faces a serious Photos taken of her on the support for Trudeau. while there are no laws for curity. security threat, the RCMP beach then went viral wearing indecent clothing, "Very upsetting to hear will complete a threat as- online and caught the at- she was given the ticket for Singh said his team hasn't that Justin Trudeau had to sessment. The leader's pro- tention of the Boracay Inter violating a law that prohib- received any specific wear a bulletproof vest to- tective detail will then sit -Agency Rehabilitation its the taking and display of threats and "they're just night at a campaign event," down with the leader to Management Group ‘lewd’ photographs instead. doing their job to keep me the Conservative Lead- discuss how the (BIAMRG). The group di- safe." er Andrew Scheer tweeted RCMP would like to pro- rected the island’s police Natividad Bernardino, head ceed. Together, all will then force to act and Ting was Saturday night. Bloc Que be cois Lead- of the BIAMRG, said: negotiate a plan. tracked down to her hotel er Yves-François Blanch- ‘Foreign tourists should "Threats of violence against and arrested. observe proper decorum as et told reporters "there's If the leader still wants to political leaders have abso- a form of respect for Philip- absolutely no reason for attend an event despite the lutely no place in our de- She and her boyfriend were pine culture and tradition. any kind for violence," threat level being high, the mocracy. Thank you to the taken to the police station whether physical, verbal or RCMP would implement RCMP for taking these with a hotel representative ‘We have our own cultural threats through social me- additional safety threats seriously and keep- at 5.30pm on October 10. values as Filipinos and dia. measures. ing us safe." Asians. They should be able "If the authorities have According to Major Jess to respect that. There is no NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh Last month, sources told judged that Mr. Trudeau Baylon, Malay town Police dress code, but it is just also tweeted Saturday CBC News the RCMP were required some more secu- Chief, Ting found nothing common sense. ‘ night that any compiling daily threat re- rity, I can only agree with wrong with her bikini and threat against Trudeau or ports on online hate target- said it was normally what that." ing federal political leaders They were told not to by any other leader she wore back at home in during the campaign lead- the hotel management, but is "troubling to us all." But Blanchet did Taiwan. ing up to the Oct. 21 elec- they said it was a form of acknowledge he has re- art.’ - metro.co.uk "No matter how you vote tion, fearing it could spill ceived some kinds of She is said to have defend- or believe, no one should over into real-world vio- threats, although nothing face threats of violence," he lence. judged sufficient to require ON OCTOBER 21 tweeted. "To the officers intervention by the author- who protect all of us — Meanwhile, there has been ities. thank you." an increase in online posts condoning violence during "I believe everybody has VOTE Speaking in Burnaby, B.C., the campaign, according to received that." Singh reiterated that he government sources close wanted to let Trudeau RCMP officials have told to the file. - CBC NEWS WISELY know he's sorry the Liberal CBC News that when a po-

Page 4 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES CANADA ~ PHILIPPINE NEWS WAVES PH wins at Giving Thanks To Our Parents 2019 World Travel The Filipino Way Awards in Vietnam By Teresa Torralba pride and joy is to see that diploma hanging in the One of God’s greatest com- family home - above all the mandments was #4: Hon- special awards, medals and our Thy Father and Mother. citations previously re- ceived through elementary No matter what versions of and high school. Every the Bible we follow, God’s graduation is sacred to great commandment de- them and would spend the clare that honouring one’s last remaining penny to human parents is com- celebrate their child’s ac- pared to honouring God. It complishment. For Filipino also requires honouring parents, this could be the our stepparents, an older ultimate gift that they sibling who’s helping one, would want to receive from our teachers, and grand- their children because it parents. TOURISM AWARDS. Department of Tourism Undersecretary symbolizes the assurance Arturo Boncato Jr. receives the Asia’s Leading Tourism Board We are all here because of of a better future for the where they will have the and Asia’s Leading Dive Destination awards at the 2019 the truest love our parents child, and in some cases, for opportunity to know the World Travel Awards on Saturday (Oct. 12). The DOT was suitor. Every Filipino hailed as Asia’s Leading Tourism Board after a significant have bestowed on us since the whole family. It also increase in the country’s visitor arrivals has been recorded in the second we breathed means they have fulfilled parent’s dream is to see the past year. (Photo courtesy of DOT) our first. their parental responsibil- their children settled and ity dutifully and significant- happily married to that By Ma. Teresa Montemayor the award. Most Filipinos would al- ly. “perfect” spouse who will ways wish to give back to love them unconditionally MANILA -- The Philippines The Philippines was also their parents for all their A decent well-paying until death do them part. has secured two major recognized as Asia’s Lead- sacrifices in giving their Job awards at the 2019 World ing Dive Destination for the children the best of what Thriving business Travel Awards for Asia and first time, following a num- life has to offer. Oceania held in Phu Quoc ber of nominations for both Some 80 percent of busi- Island, Vietnam on Satur- Asia’s Leading Dive Desti- For someone like me, who nesses in the Philippines day (October 12). nation and the World’s has lived most of her life in are family enterprises. Our Leading Dive Destination entrepreneur parents build The Department of Tour- Canada, not an iota about award categories since family business to build the ism (DOT) was hailed as the feeling of giving back to 2006. family wealth and leave a Asia’s Leading Tourism my parents has changed. In fact, the desire to do so has lasting legacy while some Board, after a significant “It is also joyous news that rd increased through the doesn’t go beyond the 3 increase in the country’s the country’s diving scene years. generation. Therefore, Fili- visitor arrivals has been is getting the attention it pino parents would leave recorded in the past year. deserves. This award only In this article, I would like this world in complete sat- adds to our motivation to “We are greatly honored to share some of the solid isfaction if one or two of promote a world-class Phil- and thankful for this recent and genuine gifts that I be- their children continue the ippine dive tourism that is lieve would bring the great- business that they have recognition for the Philip- anchored on sustainability pines at the World Travel est happiness to our Filipi- painstakingly worked hard and inclusivity,” Romulo- Awards. A triumph as great no parents (in no particular to leave behind for their Puyat said. as this simply could not be order): children’s future. possible without the com- The DOT identified dive College or University In a Filipino parents’ psy- Grandchildren bined hard work from the tourism as one of the key Diploma che, the diploma is the tick- government, industry part- areas in the National Tour- et to a well-paying job. If there is one great source ners, and tourism stake- ism Development Plan This category is more sig- of happiness and fulfilment holders in realizing a more 2016 - 2022 that can posi- nificant if the child lands for our parents, which upward tourism industry tively affect industry his/her first job upon grad- would be the gift of a for the country,” Tourism growth in terms of in- uation as it gives them a grandchild. For them to be Secretary Bernadette creased visitor count, ex- sense of financial security surrounded by grandchil- Romulo-Puyat said. tended length of stay, and and stability in their lives. dren is happiness at its higher tourism revenue, best. Sometimes, you won- In its most recent report, They now feel fulfilled after among others. der why parents are ever- the DOT indicated a 14.08 all the hardships in putting ready to help their married percent year-on-year in- up their children through Since 1993, the World children take care of their crease in the country’s in- school. Travel Awards recognizes grandchildren. In fact, our ternational inbound traffic, brands from the travel, Kind, God-fearing, parents are always looking counting a total of tourism, and hospitality decent and faithful forward to the gratifying 5,554,950 visitors between industries in an annual se- task of helping in the up- January and August 2019. spouse ries of gala ceremonies held bringing of their grandchil- per continent. (PNA) With this, the DOT has A Filipino family is con- dren and would love to be beaten its 11 counterparts servative in nature. Par- around every step of the from other countries which ents prefer their daughters way. to be courted at home (Continued on page10 ) were also nominated for Our parents’ perennial

Amalia Fuentes • When Sampaguita Pic- Sampaguita’s various studi- taken which was handed to the Prince Charming con- laid to rest tures opened its gates to os. Three personnel caught Sampaguita Starmaker Dr. test, beating 200 hopefuls the public for a one-day her attention when Amalia Jose Perez who hastily said, shortlisted from over a (Continued from page1 ) charitable event called got frantic when she was “This girl looks like Eliza- thousand who had their “Trip to Movieland” in separated from her mother. beth Taylor. Get her at screen tests; among the fi- compiled by Funfare con- 1955, co-organized with They asked her if she want- once.” nalists was Nori Dalisay. tributor Celso de Guzman LVN and Premiere Produc- ed to appear in the movies. The contest was conducted Caparas: tions, Amalia along with her Although hesitant, Amalia • She was crowned as “Miss by Sampaguita Pictures in mother Concepcion toured obliged to have her photo Number One” after topping (Continued on page5 )

OCTOBER 2019 Page Filipinos Making WAV ES 5 NEWS Louis Vuitton sends flowers PNP assumes control of to Regine Velasquez after police training institutes ‘discrimination’ incident

MANILA — French fashion house Louis Vuitton has reached out to Regine Ve- lasquez after the Filipino superstar disclosed, in an October 1 vlog, feeling dis- criminated against when she visited to the brand’s store in New York.

The luxury retail company sent flowers to Velasquez PNP TAKES CONTROL OF TRAINING COPS. Philippine “in response to her revela- Public Safety College president Ricardo de Leon hands over the tion about the shopping symbolic flag and the roster of trainees of the National Police incident,” according to a Training Institute and its 18 Regional Training Centers across report from “Tonight with Regine Velasquez recalls feeling discriminated against dur- the country to PNP chief, Gen. Oscar Albayalde at the formal ing her visit to a New York boutique of Louis Vuittion, in the turn-over ceremony in Camp Gen. Vicente Lim, Calamba City Boy Abunda” that aired October 14 episode of ‘Tonight with Boy Abunda.’ ABS-CBN Monday, citing the singer’s on Oct. 7, 2019. Albayalde said it was "high time" that the PNP took full responsibility for training policemen "to address current management. “Pintuan pa lang, hindi na when she entered a Hong dysfunctions". (Photo by Saul E. Pa-a) ako pinapasok. Sabi niya, Kong boutique of Cartier. The program did not men- ‘No, I don’t think we have By Saul Pa-a venated internal cleansing tion whether the gift from your size. Atsaka nakaha- “[My outfit] was very sim- program and as frontliner Louis Vuitton included a rang talaga siya doon,” she ple, shirt lang and jeans. I CAMP GEN. VICENTE LIM, and training ground for po- message of apology to Ve- said. said, ‘Excuse me.’ ‘I’m not Calamba City -- The Philip- lice non-commissioned of- lasquez. finished yet!’ I was so an- pine National Police (PNP) ficers. “Sa akin, okay, if you don’t gry, there was another now has the sole authority Velasquez, along with fel- want to entertain me, I’ll sales rep who was very and control over the Police “Today marks another low OPM icon Sharon Cu- find somebody else [to ac- nice, and I ended up buying National Training Institute milestone in the history of neta, were the guests in the commodate me], at pa- things I didn’t really need (PNTI) and 18 other re- the NPTI for the official October 14 episode of pakita ko talaga sa kaniya, because I was so angry,” gional training centers for transfer to the PNP from “Tonight with Boy Abun- bibilhan ko ‘yung tao na she said. cops following the formal the PPSC. This (transfer) da,” ahead of their joint ‘yon. Iyon na lang ang turn-over rites on Monday now takes on the challenge concert dubbed “Iconic.” comeback ko!” Velasquez Velasquez agreed when here. of bigger responsibilities to Abunda said it’s “inhuman” The gesture from Louis added. the police organization and when certain nationalities PNP chief, Gen. Oscar Al- Vuittion was mentioned in the community,” Rafael Cuneta, who was seated are preferred or prioritized bayalde, led the ceremonial light of Velasquez’s recol- said. beside Velasquez during less, saying, “Atsaka kung turnover during his visit to lection, during the inter- the interview, then shared ano man ang hitsura, hindi the training institute, view, of the discriminatory He said the institution is her own experience of be- dapat nagdi-discriminate!” housed at the Calabarzon behavior of a store repre- looking forward to keeping ing discriminated against police regional command sentative against her. in step with the marching camp, which used to be un- orders to train and mold der the Philippine Public man, Van de Leon and • She received eight other police officers to become Amalia Fuentes Safety College (PPSC). morally upright, disci- laid to rest Juancho Gutierrez. Amalia FAMAS Best Actress nomi- was promoted to full star- nations, namely: Kulay Dugo plined, fit and competent. Albayalde said it was "high dom in her sixth film, Movie Ang Gabi (1964), Sapagka’t (Continued from page4 ) time" that the PNP took full “NPTI now aims to be the Fan, opposite Juancho, and Ikaw Ay Akin (1965), O! responsibility for training center of development for search of 12 charming ladies was P3,000. Both films were Pagsintang Labis (1967), policemen "to address cur- the new generation polic- who would be part of the shown in 1956. Kapatid Ko Ang Aking Ina! rent dysfunctions". ing,” he said. entourage for a bridal se- (1969), Divina Bastarda quence in Prince Charming Amalia’s screen’s last name, (1971), Babae...Ikaw Ang He said the transfer would Dr. Ricardo de Leon, presi- that stars Eddie Arenas, Fuentes, was derived from Dahilan (1972), Pag-ibig pave the way for and en- dent of the PPSC, said it is Myrna Delgado, Ric Rodrigo, her stepfather, Isagani, a Mo...Buhay Ko (1973) and sure that reforms and inno- about time to transfer the Imelda Concepcion, Zeny church minister. Isang Gabi...Tatlong Babae vations in the police train- NPTI to the PNP, citing the Zabala and Boy Alano. It led (1974). • In 1964, Amalia became ing program “are followed need to integrate the as- to Amalia’s signing an exclu- the first-ever Filipina image to the letter”. pects in policing. sive contract with Sam- • Amalia wrote the stories of model of Lux bath soap. The Tatlong Kasaysayan ng Pag- paguita Pictures from 1955 “With the NPTI now under USA had glamorous actress- ibig (1966), a three-part film “We do not welcome to 1962. the PNP, candidate patrol- es like Elizabeth Taylor, Joan directed by Gerardo de Le- 'kotong' (extortionist) cops men and women and active • Amalia was billed as “Miss Crawford, Rita Hayworth, on. She played the roles of in our midst,” de Leon said, duty personnel undergoing Number One” in her first Jane Wyman, Loretta Young, Betty, Cynthia and Tina, op- as he cited various reform mandatory in-service train- four films: Prince Charming, Debbie Reynolds and Mari- posite her then husband Ro- programs that the NPTI ing will be able to learn Lydia (with Carmen Rosales, lyn Monroe, among others meo Vasquez. The story of had undertaken, including skills, knowledge from a Rogelio de la Rosa and as Lux endorsers. Ito Ang Aming Kasunduan PNP’s upgrade and capacity competent corps of instruc- Paraluman), Sen orita (with (1973) was Amalia’s idea, -building programs includ- • She was named “Asia’s tors and professors coming Gloria Romero and Ric Ro- directed by Fely Crisostomo ing a salary increase for the Most Beautiful Actress” in a from the ranks of active drigo) and Emma (with Loli- and topbilled by Eddie Ro- cops. survey conducted by Asia and retired PNP person- ta Rodriguez and Ric Rodri- driguez and Rosanna Ortiz. Magazine in the ‘60s. nel,” he said. Republic Act 11279 signed go. Amalia was paid from Both movies were produced by President Rodrigo R. P1,000 to P2,500 as talent by AM Productions, Amalia’s • Amalia won FAMAS Best Police Maj. Gen. Ramon Ra- Duterte on April 12, 2019, fees. film outfit. - Actress for Ibulong Mo Sa fael, NPTI Director, said the paved the transfer of sole Hangin (1966), and MMFF • She was finally named excerpts from Funfare— institution has become the authority and jurisdiction Best Actress for Pag-ibig Amalia Fuentes in her fifth Ricky Lo (Philstar) ∎ "catalyst for change" in the of both the PNP Academy Mo...Buhay Ko! (1973). film, Rodora, with Paralu- PNP’s campaign on its reju- (Continued on page6 )

Page 6 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES COMMUNITY NEWS TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION Councillor Karygiannis Web is changing lives in PH Leads “Save the Grace” Protest March lated by the government — hopefully by 2020 — we would have a healthier tel- co competition with the third and fourth player be- coming relevant immedi- ately, together with other independent broadband providers,” Monterola said. With this scenario, the cost of internet service at 3 megabits per second (Mbps) to 5 Mbps could be reduced from an average of Improved web connectivity, a life-changing future for Filipinos P1,000 to P100 per month if the government strongly TORONTO – Jim Karygiannis, Councillor for Ward 22, Scar- BY DIVINA NOVA JOY of Management’s Aboitiz pushes for it, he added. borough-Agincourt, together with local politicians; com- DELA CRUZ School of Innovation, Tech- munity leaders and residents; and, doctors and nurses nology and Entrepreneur- “I think this is a game from the Scarborough Grace Hospital, marched in protest THE Philippines can look ship, believes the entry of changer and can induce against the closing of the Obstetric and In-Patient Pediat- forward to better and fast- more telecommunications equality. Since information ric Departments at the Scarborough Hospital-Grace Divi- er access to information providers will lead to im- is money and power, it will sion (Birchmount Campus). and enhanced business proved connectivity, easier allow everyone to under- processes as new techno- access to data and cheaper stand what are the trends, “I am happy that more than 200 people came out to pro- logical trends and innova- internet services. what are the opportuni- test the cuts to the Grace.” said Mr. Karygiannis. “The tions, including improved ties,” Monterola said. With Grace has always been a full-service community hospital connectivity, artificial intel- For Monterola, healthier the “democratization of since it opened its doors. The Grace is the only Scar- ligence and data analytics, competition will lead to information,” more people borough Hospital north of the 401.” unfold. faster and more affordable will be able to access the wi-fi services, allowing internet, and innovation The latest industrial revo- more Filipinos to connect will not be limited to a few. lution sweeping the world online. This could open up will also change the life- possibilities such as easier Randy Roberts, operations style of Filipinos and the access to information for head of market research way businesses and local entrepreneurial opportuni- company IDC Philippines, governments are run, ex- ties, mobile applications said improved connectivity perts said. and smart cities. could help the economy grow. It is essential for the Christopher Monterola, “I feel that if properly regu- head of the Asian Institute (Continued on page7 )

PNP assumes Interior and Local Govern- Forensic Science Training control of training ment (DILG) Act of 1990. Institute, National Jail Man- agement, and Penology Under the new setup, the Training Institute and oth- (Continued from page5 ) Councillor Karygiannis (holding a megaphone) speaks to the crowd. PPSC still retains under its er special training centers and the NPTI to the PNP, auspices the National Fire as may be created by the Early in 2019, the administration of the Scarborough amending some provisions Training Institute, National DILG. (PNA) Health Network (SHN) announced a proposal to close the of the Department of the Police College, National Obstetric and In-Patient Pediatric Departments and trans- fer the departments to the General and Centenary Hospi- tals. Financial Services You Can Trust “The closing of these departments affects the safety, wel- fare and health of my constituents. These closures will Onette recently completed 29 years with Canada Life as an In- leave many of my constituents vulnerable – unable to re- formation Technology (IT) Manager. Her vast experience in the IT Field coupled with her amazing interpersonal skills has led ceive the medial care they need.” Mr. Karygiannis com- her to a new chapter of opportunities in the Financial Services mented. industry. With entrepreneurial spirit yearning to help others, Onette has The administration, in an Op-Ed, has stated that the de- since completed her government licenses and opened her very partments would be closed effective October 30, 2019. own office in Etobicoke. She has embarked on providing an opportunity for individuals willing to learn, be trained, and ob- tain a government license, and more importantly, the ability to “During the municipal election, I promised to work to en- earn lucrative income. sure that the Grace Hospital remained a full-service com- In a short period of time, Onette has made great strides in her munity hospital. With these closures, the hospital admin- new role and has been requested as special speaker at semi- istration is telling my constituents that if you are a preg- nars in the GTA. You know what they say, “when someone is nant woman or an ill child you will have to travel up to an soaring with success, one must latch on for the ride”. hour or more to receive medical care.” Mr. Karygiannis Get into it. Call 647.937.7848 stated. “The SHN is telling my constituents that they are Onette Mendoza second-class citizens when it comes to their health care. ∎

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Web is changing essential for businesses to seen as one of the primary Our Lady of lives in PH thrive, with Roberts stress- drivers for digital transfor- ing that companies should mation, allowing compa- PENAFRANCIA (Continued from page6 ) keep up with digitalization nies to explore more inno- Patroness of the Bicol Region of products and services. vation in enhancing the ca- public to gain access to IDC studies in the past five pabilities of their core sys- Feast Day products and services years show 10 to 20 per- tems. IBM Philippines Chief online, he noted, because cent revenue growth for Technology Officer Lope Saturday September 21, 2019 65 percent of the economy digitized companies across Doromal said companies is projected to be digital by industries, compared to flat were now more confident 2022. Those without access or declining revenues for in utilizing cloud technolo- to the internet will be left those that bucked the gy and in trying out more out. trend. Profitability for dig- aggressive changes in their itized companies has also essential functions. “In order for a country to gone up by 20 to 40 per- grow in the digital world, cent, Roberts said. “Now that the companies they have to be connected have tried out the cloud, just for information, for “Clearly now, it’s an imper- they understand it better. news, to get to government ative that if you want to We’re seeing now that they services, to get to survive, almost regardless are more comfortable in healthcare, to get to bank- of the industry, you must terms of adapting cloud ing, to buy products. It go to a digital transfor- [technology] with their helps them, it helps the mation of the business,” more traditional applica- economy grow,” Roberts Roberts continued, explain- tions,” Doromal said. said. ing that consumers now Fluvial Parade: Following tradition, only men ride in the boat that He added that big compa- prefer more convenient, carries the Penafrancia statue at the Fluvial Parade. Experts also pointed out efficient, paperless transac- nies now had the edge in that the entry of fifth gen- tions that can be accessed creating new applications eration cellular network online or from a and exploring possibilities technology (5G) would be smartphone. given increased confidence key to increased connectiv- in cloud technology, which ity. 5G is 10 times faster in Banking transactions that is more practical and more speed, 10 times quicker in can be accessed through cost-efficient compared to sending messages and in- mobile applications, he installing physical infra- formation and has 10 times pointed out, have gained structure and data systems. the capacity in accommo- popularity because custom- dating multiple devices. ers no longer have to go to Artificial Intelligence and the bank and queue. data analytics Digital transformation in businesses Cloud Phase 2 The incorporation of artifi-

Digital transformation is Cloud technology is also (Continued on page8 ) After-mass dinner reception . PHOTOS by Earl Francis Dacara

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Levitt and Mendicino: Friends of Filipinos

Liberal candidates Michael Levitt (York Centre) and Marco Mendicino (Eglinton Lawrence) al- ways supportive to Filipino events and community activities such as, the procession around Oct 14: Jade Mendoza Oct 9: Annabelle R. Borja the Our Lady of Assumption Parish in celebration of the Feast Day of Our Lady of Penafrancia held September 21. PHOTO COURTESY OF Earl and Cha Dacara Thanksgiving Visit to Lola Gloria Mendoza

Oct 6: Nestor Arellano Oct 9: Jesse Carlos

Grandchildren: Standing - Bryce, Chantel, Jade, Presley, Kaitlin, Cheska, Myles; Seated: Cole, Lola Gloria, Chloe and great grandkid Damian. (Not in photo - Carlos, Cassandra,Joey, Rley and Nico) PHOTO BY AURORA MENDOZA

Web is changing tive and menial tasks. A repetitive tasks, the work- lives in PH prominent example would force, to remain relevant, be customer service tasks will need continuous re- (Continued from page7 ) at call centers, where AI training and learning. could take calls or an online cial intelligence (AI) in “chatbot” handle simple Information technology businesses, meanwhile, is transactions such as bal- and data analytics have seen to gain more promi- ance inquiries. This, ac- seen new and growing de- nence. Experts explained cording to Roberts and mand. Among the jobs and that the massive amounts Doromal, could benefit skills that are seen to grow Oct 12: Melissa Joy Lachi- Oct 9: Jonel Garcia of of data collected from vari- both customers and compa- are in data science and ana- ca-Dulay Vitug Breeding Grounds ous sources globally need nies via more efficient lytics and cybersecurity. to be analyzed and config- transactions and productiv- Since there is inadequate ured to produce capability ity, leaving human agents supply, experts cited the for software, programs and to handle more complex need for closer ties and col- machines to make process- tasks. laboration among compa- es and services more pro- nies, the government and ductive and efficient. AI can also be beneficial for the academe to fill the gap. other sectors. Manufactur- In this regard, IBM has Monterola said adopting AI ing processes could be im- partnered with schools to and data analytics would be proved. Even agriculture help train students, Doro- the trend in the coming could benefit from in- mal said. AIM’s data science year. “Companies will be creased mechanization and graduates, meanwhile, have forced to have a strong ana- better crop monitoring. started to share their learn- lytics initiative or team. ing in their communities, Companies that are in deni- Augmenting capabilities Monterola said. al with AI in the coming of and upskilling Industry 4.0 in 2020, I ex- Skills in demand are not While there is fear that AI pect, will suffer considera- only confined to the tech- could replace workers, ex- bly in 2021,” he added. nical aspect. Creativity and perts are optimistic that it analytical skills, Roberts Roberts, meanwhile, said AI will mean enhanced capa- underscored, can also be was geared towards aug- bilities in the workplace developed in the arts and menting capabilities with and upskilling of the work- humanities. its ability to take on repeti- force. With AI taking over manilatimes.net ∎ Oct 6: KUYA ROMAN CARRETAS of Radio Filipino

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Giving Thanks to Filipinos have the lowest necessary stress as they our Parents... savings rate in Asia with no prepare for their retire- single answer as to why it is ment by ensuring a secure (Continued from page4 ) so. It’s a given how parents financial future for yourself will fork out their last pen- and your family by saving A healthy savings ny only to save their chil- money and spending it account dren from troubling debts wisely. and financial doom. We can It was once reported that relieve our parents of un- Family get-togethers and reunions

Filipinos do not only con- sider Christmas and New Year as special occasions to gather the entire family. A child who has just left the family home would soon A vacation trip for mom. return on the first weekend after the big move. Filipino can give to our parents is A touch of simple luxury parents often look forward the feeling of peace and to seeing their children dur- harmony among their off- Parents love receiving gifts ing special occasions and at spring. Sibling rivalry is a from their offspring espe- simple get-togethers such part of life; however, par- cially if the giver was a fa- as a Sunday lunch after ents would always wish for vourite child. So let’s in- church. It brings immeas- their love to spread strong- dulge them with simple lux- urable happiness for par- ly amongst their children. ury such as an all-expenses ents to see their children They do not want for their paid vacation to their and grandchildren gathered children to see growing up dream destinations or a around the old family din- as a race to win against new family car to replace ing table for a sumptuous each other. To honour our the old one your parents meal usually prepared the parents is to spread their used to drive the siblings to same old way. love among our brothers school. The smiles from and sisters until the day your parents’ faces will re- Peace and harmony they die. main a lasting memory.∎ Tess Cusipag, publisher of Balita, always happy when her among siblings grandchildren are around. One of the greatest gifts we Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

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OCTOBER 2019 Page Filipinos Making WAV ES 13 Even the WAVES obey Him... Religious Inspirations

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October is Holy Rosary Month

By Ben Cal in our life so that love will prevail in our hearts.” MANILA – October is Holy Rosary Month as declared “We have to move and ask by the Catholic Church and God to save us in these renewed its call to the troubled times,” he added. faithful to pray the rosary daily to attain a genuine “Since we have free will, and lasting peace in the man is free to choose be- world. tween good and evil so that it is very important for us Rev. Fr. Kit Ramirez of St. to pray, especially the Ro- Jude Parish in Malacan ang, sary to ask God’s help to Manila, quoted St. Padre find the way of righteous- Pio of Petrielcina, who said ness,” Fr. Kit said. The three-day festivities commenced Quezon, Philippines, of all OFWs and right at the onset that he had been that the “Rosary is the on Friday with the Annual Gala Night by extension, of all migrants, has come praying for a long time for a “Mother” wherein the Hermanos, Hermanas, the to fruition! The life-size image of Our for the Canadian Martyrs, and that he weapon of our time” to He expressed the hope” Mutya ng Dolores and her Royal Court Birheng Dolorosa was donated by would like to see her ENTHRONED fight evil forces, adding that that Filipino Catholics in were formally introduced. On Satur- Dolorosa Canada for the faithful and INSIDE the Church, where all parish- their individual home will day, the Annual Procession and Holy devotees of Canada and for all the ioners, devotees and pilgrims alike “it is the form of prayer of Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by pilgrims from all around the world. would be able to come and visit her all- the faithful to allow God to pray the Holy Rosary every Rev. Fr. Patrick Bautista. Vicar Forane They also donated two statues of the year round. Immediately after the work on us.” day for the world to attain -Diocese of Oriental Mindoro, who martyrs: St. Jean de Brebeuf and St. ceremonies, Dolorosa Canada hosted peace, and we will be deliv- came all the way from Baranggay Ta- Gabriel Lalemant who accompanied a picnic lunch-for-all within the grounds wagan, Calapan City, Mindoro, Philip- Mama Mary, our Birhen Dolorosa. of the Shrine. He also said that the ered from dangers.” pines, were held at Our Lady of Fatima Blessed Mother during the Shrine in Scarborough. On Sunday, Dolorosa Canada, through the upstand- “Your sorrow will turn into apparition at Fatima, Portu- The Rosary relates to the Dolorosa members along with hun- ing stewardship of its founding and joy.” (John 16:20). Like the plight of many OFWs and other migrants. Our entire life of Jesus Christ on dreds of pilgrims witnessed the high- current President, Mr. Philip Beloso, gal to three little shepherds envisioned to one day install a statue of Lady’s journey was not without chal- earth – His birth, teaching, light of this milestone – the historic lenges: the 15-day delay due to the – Lucia, Jacinta, and Fran- Birheng Dolorosa within the grounds of Enthronement and Enshrinement of typhoon in the Philippines, the 5-day passion, death, resurrec- the Martyrs’ Shrine. Armed with nothing cisco – to tell the people to Our Lady of Sorrows in St. Joseph delay in Vancouver (the port of entry) tion, and glory. Church at Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, but hope and a prayer, Mr. Beloso due to rigorous inspection and finally pray the Rosary. Ontario, on her natal day, September made an appointment with Fr. Michael the refusal of a certain Customs officer 8th. The Holy Mass and Enthronement Knox to discuss their vision. During the to release the statues citing insufficient In an interview with the Fr. Kit said that the Holy ceremony was presided by Rev. Fr. meeting, Fr. Michael intimated to the documentation. With unwavering faith and prayers uttered in unison by the Philippine News Agency Rosary is composed of four Michael Knox, S.J., the Shrine’s Admin- Dolorosa delegation that the Canadian devotees of Our Birheng Dolorosa in istrator. Martyrs are due to have a Mother with- (PNA) Monday, Fr. Kit also Mysteries – Joyful, Sorrow- in their midst. The Dolorosa Delegation the Philippines and in Canada, the statues were eventually released to the called on the “faithful to ful, Glorious and Luminous. The much-anticipated SHRINE-TO- was completely in awe and found them- custody of Philip Beloso on August allow God’s power to enter (PNA) ∎ SHRINE journey of Our Lady of Sor- selves beyond the nth degree of 26th, and joyous celebrations ensued rows, the Patron Saint of Dolores, amazement when Fr. Michael told them thenafter. Polish bishops open beatification process for parents of St John Paul II

Krakow, Poland, Oct 10, Karol, a Polish Army lieu- Emilia had received a for- 2019 / 04:01 pm (CNA).- tenant, and Emilia, a school mal religious education. The Polish bishops’ confer- teacher, were married in Before she died of a heart ence has agreed to begin Krakow Feb. 10, 1906. The attack and liver failure in the canonization process Catholic couple gave birth 1929, the mother was a sta- for the parents of Saint John to three children: Edmund ple of faith for the house. At Paul II. in 1906; Olga, who died the time of her death, Karol St. John Paul II’s parents, Emilia and Karol Sr. Wojtyla shortly after her birth; and Jr. was a month away from The Polish episcopate made Karol Junior in 1920. his ninth birthday. years later. According to conscientious man. John the announcement Oct. 10, Catholic Online, Karol was a Paul II repeatedly men- setting in motion the first The family was known to “Emilia Wojtyła graduated prayerful man and pushed tioned that he had seen his steps for the beatification of be faithful Catholics and from the monastery school Karol Jr. to be hardworking father kneeling and praying John Paul II’s father, Karol rejected the increasing anti- of the Sisters of Divine and studious. The father even at night. It was his fa- Wojtyla, and mother, Emilia Semitism of the time. Love. With full dedication also took on family chores ther who taught him the nee Kaczorowska. and love, she ran the house “The immediate family such as sewing his son’s prayer to the Holy Spirit and looked after the sons The next step will be to ask strongly influenced spiritu- clothes. which accompanied him to Edmund and Karol,” the the Holy See to initiate the al and intellectual develop- the end of his life,” the con- conference said. “Karol Wojtyła senior as a process of sainthood at the ment of the future Pope,” ference said. catholic- father was a deeply reli- level of the Archdiocese of the bishops’ conference His father raised his sons newsagency.com ∎ gious, hard-working and Cracow. said. alone until his death 12

Page 14 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES SPORTS Gymnastics phenom Carlos Yulo wins historic gold on world stage Carlos Yulo gave the Philip- - 13.566 pines its first gold medal in the world artistic gymnas- The first individual appa- tics championships when ratus final was the men's he topped the exercise Floor Exercise, and it's a of the competition in Ger- historic for as Carlos many on Saturday. Edriel Yulo improves on his 2018 The youngest competitor in this year's event at 19, Yulo Yulo is on a hot streak of took the title with a win- personal feats this week. ning margin of just 0.1 point ahead of silver medal- The 19-year-old punched a ist Artem Dolgopyat of Isra- ticket to the 2020 Tokyo el, while China's Xiao Olympics when he ranked Ruoteng claimed bronze at high enough in the men's Hanns Martin Schleyer Hal- individual all-around com- le in Stuttgart. petition on Monday.

Yulo consistently posted Then, performing against controlled landings to post the world's elite, he fin- an impressive score of ished 10th in the competi- 15.300 points. tion's final on Friday. Carlos Yulo defies the odds to cop the country's first ever gold medal in the World Championshps. Photo from Jat Tenorio/Red Ox Media Events (inset photo cred- The floor exercise is consid- Raising the degree of diffi- its: PSC-POC Media group. culty from 6.2 to 6.5 paid ered Yulo's strength, and dividends for Yulo as he with his victory over the outperformed Dolgopyat, occupy a podium spot at the to finish sixth. 14.933 weekend he also strength- who came into the final as championships. 4. , - ened his reputation as a Men’s Floor Final: the top qualifier. 14.8 favorite in the Southeast Russia's all-around champi- 5. Lin Chaopan, - 14.7 Asian Games. on, , blew 1. Carlos Yulo, -15.3 Based in Tokyo, Yulo im- 6. Nikita Nagornyy, the chance to win a second 2. Artem Dolgopyat, - —With a report from Reu- proved on last year's 14.166 gold in 24 hours after pick- 15.2 ters bronze medal, which made 7. Kim Hansol, - 13.833 him the first Filipino ever to ing up a 0.3-point penalty 3. Xiao Ruoteng, - 8. Dominic Cunningham,

OCTOBER 2019 Page Filipinos Making WAV ES 15 LIFESTYLE 3 Reasons Why Renting Can Why We Need Blankets to Be Smarter Than Owning a Sleep, Even When it's Hot

Home in Retirement Jeremiah Rodriguez CTVNews.ca Staff

TORONTO – No one likes tossing and turning at night, but one sleep expert says getting the right blan- ket can stop that.

Sleep consultant Alanna McGinn told CTV’s Your Morning that there is fairly documented science of why we need blankets to sleep – even when it’s summertime.

Quite simply, she said, using a blan- ket helps us to deal with our lower nightly core body temperatures. It also increases the serotonin and melatonin levels in our brain which the body that helps us feel calm helps relax us and fall asleep. and also helps to release melato- “Our circadian rhythm – that’s our nin, which is a natural sleep hor- The first $250,000 in capital gains Carla Fried natural sleep rhythm – is a huge mone that helps prepare us to from the sale of a home you have driver for our sleep,” McGinn said. sleep,” McGinn said. lived in for at least two of the past If you’re nearing retirement, it’s “It starts to lower our core body five years is tax free. (The capital BLANKETS ARE PART OF OUR likely that renting is a distant temperature at around 2 p.m.” memory. But if your retirement gains exclusion is $500,000 for NIGHTTIME ROUTINE plan includes making a move, rent- married couples filing a joint tax The body’s natural temperatures But she also pointed out that hu- ing might be a sweeter financial return). Even better, your cost- continue to drop through the even- mans are “creatures of habit,” so and lifestyle fit. basis can be increased by the value ing; this happens later for night there’s a “huge association” to of capital improvements you made owls. But the problem is that it can when most people used blankets as Among households with someone to the house. make people feel too cold. That’s children. “We’re cuing to our body at least 65 years old, 8 in 10 are when having a nice blanket can (and) cuing to our brain that it’s homeowners, according to Har- “When someone wants to retire help warm us up. vard’s Joint Center for Housing and is on the edge of not being able time to go to sleep because you got Studies. Yet retirement sometimes to have the lifestyle they want or And in the past several years, a cot- the blanket on,” she said. fears running out of money in their tage industry has popped up re- calls for flexibility, whether that’s McGinn says “we sleep better cool- 90’s, I recommend they consider volving around weighted blankets the ability to downsize in your cur- er” and that the ideal room temper- renting,” says Maria Erickson, a which build upon another benefit rent location, relocate to be closer ature hovers between 19 to 23 Cel- certified financial planner in St. of blankets. to the kids and grandkids, or chase sius. better weather and/or a lower cost Petersburg, Florida. “The firm pressure of the blankets of living in another state. And these She also recommended that “hot moves become harder if they ne- Erickson says selling sooner rather activates the nervous system and than later may be smart, given releases serotonin – a chemical in cessitate putting your home on the (Continued on page16 ) market. we’re long into an economic recov- ery that has lifted real estate mar- kets in most parts of the country. Use Your Gains to Stretch “In a recession, your home value Your Retirement Savings can go down, and selling becomes harder.” While homeownership is the domi- nant housing choice, more seniors Don’t Underestimate the are renting today. An analysis of government data by RENTcafe re- Cost of Home Ownership ports that the percentage of renters at least 60 years old in- If you’re thinking about selling creased more than 40% in the 10 your home and buying another, years through 2017. That exceeded make sure you’re realistic about the 31% growth rate for home- the costs involved. Plan to own owners of the same age. And some without a mortgage? Great, but re- big cities saw more than double the member you’ve still got property average renter gain: renters ages tax, maintenance and insurance to 60+ rose more than 80% over the contend with. decade in Austin, Phoenix, Fort Worth, and Jacksonville. “When people come to me with a budget, the number one missing If the cost of renting is lower than item is home maintenance,” says your annual housing costs, that’s John Crumrine, a certified financial obviously a financial win. (Factor a planner based in Shallote, N.C. He 3% annual rent increase into your says clients lose track of how much calculations.) Moreover, if you have they spend on this because it’s not a boatload of equity in the home, a fixed monthly outlay. He advises selling today and renting means budgeting 1% to 2% of your you could pile your gains from the home’s value for annual mainte- sale into your pot of retirement nance costs and adjusting it for in- savings. The profit from the sale flation. can make it easier to delay starting Moreover, you may find that home Social Security until age 70 to lock projects and chores that are DIY in the highest possible benefit. today—garden and lawn mainte- (Continued on page17 )

Page 16 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES ENTERTAINMENT

Network’s top TV series also in the lineup Only winner from the Philippines ABS-CBN TO SHOWCASE Maja Salvador Wins “HELLO, LOVE, GOODBYE” Best Actress in 1st IN GLOBAL TRADE EVENT Asia Contents Awards

Maja Salvador bagged the land, Brunei, Vietnam, Laos, first ever Best Actress Myanmar, and Cambodia. award for drama in the 1st Asia Contents Awards held The 1st Asia Contents in in Busan, South Korea, Awards recognized the re- for her portrayal of the lead gion’s finest TV dramas character in the hit Philip- that were produced in the pine TV series, last five years. It is orga- “Wildflower.” nized by the renowned film festival Busan International Salvador, who is also the Film Festival and Asian lone winner from the Phil- Film Market, an annual film ippines, portrayed the role market in South Korea. of Lily Cruz who changed her identity to Ivy Aguas, a “Wildflower” has begun feisty young woman out to airing in three French- avenge her parents’ death speaking countries, includ- and fight the oppression ing New Caledonia, Polyne- brought by the cruel and sia, and Reunion Islands, corrupt Adriente clan. with the recent partnership of ABS-CBN with Amper- “Hello, Love, Goodbye,” the light on the plight of OFWs. ABS-CBN’s content, popular Salvador and her show sand fiction, a French con- romantic drama movie that The performances of the for their heartfelt Filipino were the only nominees tent distributor and will holds the record of being film’s cast, particularly its stories, are available across from the Philippines as soon air in Madagascar this the highest-grossing Filipi- main stars, Kathryn Ber- other territories through “Wildflower” was also October with ABS-CBN’s no film, is heading to nardo and Alden Richards, ABS-CBN International Dis- nominated in the Best Dra- deal with Startimes. Cannes, France for the also garnered glowing re- tribution, recognized in the ma category. 2019 MIPCOM, as ABS-CBN views. global arena as a reliable “Wildflower” reigned su- aims to showcase the mov- foreign content provider. It “Wildflower” competed preme in Philippine prime- ie among producers and Also in ABS-CBN’s show- has been a premier source with other outstanding time TV for a year. Its main film industry practitioners case lineup are three of the of high-quality Filipino pro- Asian TV series from South protagonist Ivy Aguas/Lily all over the world. network’s most watched gramming in over 50 terri- Korea, China, Japan, Hong Cruz was noted for her em- TV series. These include tories all over the world Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, bodiment of women em- The Filipino blockbuster, “The Killer Bride,” “Sino and has sold over 50,000 Malaysia, Singapore, Thai- powerment. ∎ which earned a worldwide Ang May Sala: Mea Culpa,” hours of content world- McGinn even suggested gross of P880.60 million, and “Kadenang Ginto.” wide. Living up to this Why we need that these groups use light- follows the story of two recognition, ABS-CBN In- blankets to sleep... MIPCOM is an annual trade er-coloured blankets which young overseas Filipino ternational Distribution event in France, where con- absorb less light, and added workers (OFWs) in Hong commits to add to its line- (Continued from page15 ) tent producers, buyers, fi- that these sleepers should Kong who find comfort in up of high-caliber pro- nanciers, and distributors sleepers” or “night sweat- also consider cooling pads each other, while trying to grams and movies with cast in the fields of entertain- ers” not sleep naked but or blankets. hurdle personal challenges and storylines that appeal ment and advertising, from instead use lighter, breath- in the bustling metropoli- to various cultures. all over the world, can con- able fabrics when choosing “It’s a lot of work,” she ad- tan. nect, make deals, and learn blankets, bed sheets and mitted, adding that every- Visit its website http:// Critics have lauded the future trends in the indus- pajamas. These fabrics can one needs to find the right internationalsales.abs- movie for being relatable try. include flax, cotton or even method for them to get a cbn.com ∎ and for putting the spot- bamboo. good night’s rest. ∎

OCTOBER 2019 Page Filipinos Making WAV ES 17 TRAVEL & TOURISM Philippines wants to attract Should I move to more cruise ships to its ports Canada or USA?

Doug Peng, Manager of a jobs over to Canada be- Canadian based PEO cause they are about to be Agency kicked out of that country The simple answer is CAN- as US immigration clamps ADA. down on H-1B visa renew- als. Many are still waiting Salomague Port in Ilocos Sur province, scheduled to open this month, will receive Royal Caribbean This has nothing to do with for their Green Card appli- Cruises' biggest ship in Asia in December; the "Spectrum of the Seas" will return again in January and cations to be processed af- February. PHOTO: ROYAL CARIBBEAN which is a better country, which has more opportuni- ter having worked in the US By Ditas Lopez Salomague Port in Ilocos Sur 4.85 million in the first sev- ties, or which is more ac- for 6~12 years, got married province, scheduled to open en months of 2019. The gov- cepting of immigrants. It and even having US born MANILA (BLOOMBERG) - this month, will receive Roy- ernment's target is about has to do with which coun- children. A common theme The Philippines, a country of al Caribbean Cruises' big- 8.2 million visitors for 2019 try allows you to live there I encounter is “My children 7,000 islands where you're gest ship in Asia in Decem- and 12 million by the end of permanently as oppose to are born in America. They rarely more than a few ber; the "Spectrum of the 2022, but that pales next to kicking you out after a few will die if they have to miles from the sea, wants a Seas" will return again in Thailand, which expects years. move back to my home bigger slice of Asia's grow- January and February. more than 40 million tour- country which they haven’t ing cruise-tourism industry. ists this year. Many foreigners seek the even visited in their life. I In April 2021, Manila's first deparately need to come to For years the South-east American dream and go to cruise-dedicated port is Employment in tourism and the United States to study Canada before we get Asian nation has lagged be- scheduled to open at the related industries has been at a great American univer- kicked out of the US”. hind its neighbours in at- Solaire Cruise Centre. rising faster than overall job sity, or work at a great tracting cruise visitors, part- growth. Tourism accounted I met a young Venezuelan ly because of spotty infra- American company like Ap- "These cruise ports will al- for 13.4 per cent of Philip- who graduated from a Ca- structure. That's bound to ple, Google or Microsoft low more access to the Phil- pine jobs in 2018, projected nadian university and is change as more ports are under an H-1B or L1 work ippines and encourage more to rise to 14.4 per cent by now a Canadian PR work- built and officials look at visa. What they don’t real- shorter itineraries from 2022, according to the De- ing in Canada. He told me cruise tourism as a key north Asian markets like ize is that it’s next to im- partment of Tourism. that he has many Venezue- source of arrivals. China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, possible to obtain US per- lan friends who studied at a Korea and Japan," Mr Beng- Central bank governor Ben- manent residency (i.e. US university but must now With the economy in danger zon said. jamin Diokno said the Green Card) after they ar- return back to Venezuela as of notching its slowest ex- amount of foreign currency rive. they aren’t allowed to stay pansion since 2011, tourism Cruise tourism brings large from tourism should rise is emerging as a key focus of numbers of people to con- now that Boracay island, I manage a Canadian based after graduation and having efforts to boost growth. centrated areas for brief which was closed for six PEO agency that assists worked in the US for a year. periods, multiplying and months last year for envi- many foreign H-1B workers Tourism accounted for 12.7 focusing the economic im- ronmental rehabilitation, in the United States to im- When you think long term, per cent of the Philippines' pact. At a recent trade show, has reopened to tourists. migrate to Canada by mov- the obvious choice is Cana- gross domestic product last government officials and ing their highly paid US da. ∎ year, already beating the representatives of major While cruise arrivals can government's goal of 10 per cruise lines discussed the spur development of new cent by 2022. Government possibility of adding the tourist spots, they have officials are revising up the Philippines to Asian itiner- more environmental impact targets in the country's aries from 2020. than land-based tourism, 3 reason why rent- $10,000 limit on state and tourism development plan. said Mr Robert Dan Roces, ing smarter than... local tax (SALT) deductions The private sector is on chief economist at Security –which includes your prop- "There is great potential in board for the infrastructure Bank Corp in Manila. erty tax tab – was in play. If cruise tourism," Tourism (Continued from page15 ) push. the limited SALT deduction Undersecretary Benito Sometimes dubbed "floating nance, swapping the storm caused your bill to rise, and Bengzon told Bloomberg by "Cruise calls in Manila, and cities", cruise ships have a windows in and out, gutter you are concerned about e-mail. "While our Asian the Philippines in general, relatively large carbon foot- cleaning etc. – may become that cost in retirement, sell- neighbours have the ad- have been growing quite print, dump fuel into the difficult down the line. Hir- ing and renting may im- vantage of a regional land strongly," said Mr Enrique ocean and leave a lot of ing help for those chores prove your after-tax cash connectivity, our archipela- Razon, chairman of casino- waste at their destinations. will add to your ownership flow. go is ideal for cruise tour- resort operator Bloomberry expense. ism." Resorts Corp. "Aside from Tourism Secretary Berna- Homeowner’s insurance Manila, we're looking for dette Romulo Puyat is urg- Carefully consider the ris- can also become a rising The Philippines' cruise one cruise-ship facility in ing more support for sus- ing cost of property tax if cost. Erickson says in Flori- strategy focuses on Manila, the north and possibly two tainable tourism to spread Boracay and Puerto Prince- in the south." benefits throughout the you live in an area where da, climate change and the sa, as well as potential new country. property values tend to in- potential impact on home- destinations in the northern Tourism has been growing crease at a strong pace. You owner’s and flood insur- part of Luzon, the country's steadily in the Philippines in "After all, tourism is every- should also review your ance is increasingly on the main island. recent years, reaching 7.2 body's business," she said in 2018 federal tax bill. 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Page 18 OCTOBER 2019 Filipinos Making WAV ES True musicians can’t quit music, because you MUSIC STAND can’t quit who you are. And being a musician is Mon Torralba who you are, not just something you do. October 19 is when Jona Isabella Santiago to Sing and Darren Espanto will National Anthems for rock Toronto! Be there! Toronto Raptors’ Games

One of my favourite local Filipino singers in Toronto will be the pre-game attraction for the Toronto Raptors.

It may have been 10 years ago when proud parents, Ann and Allan, brought a child by the name of Isabella Santiago to audition as a perform- er for the annual Filipinos Making Waves Festival at Yonge-Dundas square. She was outstanding. She was born to sing, I surmised, as I saw her belt out more difficult songs with ease. I saw a bright future for her musical talent.

Fast forward to today. She has grown beautifully and her singing voice, sharply honed.

She just had her debut performance on October 13 as she sang the na- tional anthems for Toronto Raptors’ first pre-season game against the Chicago Bulls.

No doubt she will make waves on or off the court. May she also bring with her good luck to our 2019 NBA champions. Go Raptors! ∎

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