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Seven kababayans made it to Ace Burpee’s 150 Fascinating Manitobans 2019: The Manitoba 150 Edition. Every year, Virgin Radio’s broadcaster Ace Burpee selects 100 Manitobans than have made an impact on the community through their talent, volunteerism and advocacy.

“I’ve been making a list of fascinating Manitobans Aida Madridejo Leila Castro Manny Aranez Vivian Santos for a decade now. I’ve always done 100, but this year I had too many to fit in and also wanted to highlight some from previous years. So... in honour of the province’s 150th anniversary next year, here’s the Manitoba 150 edition of my annual list,” Burpee shared.

Last December 20, Ace Burpee revealed the list which included the following amazing members of our community :PBA president Manny Aranez, MFSF former Chair Aida Champagne, 204 Neighbourhood Watch founder Leila Castro, Councilor Vivian Santos, singer and actress Andrea Macasaet, baking competition champ Calia Pacle and scholar Mia Battad. Calia Pacle Andrea Macasaet Mia Battad FASCINATING 9► 2019 in Review Morden Pinoys Christmas Party Phil Showbiz Newsmakers rebuffs Ricky Lo... COMMUNITY|3-4► COMMUNITY|12► STARIRAY|16► STARIRAY|16►

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NEW YEAR’S DAY SKATE The cold weather on New Year’s Day didn’t stop their family outing GIRLS WHO CODE A MAZE IN SNOW on the Red River Mutual Trail at the Forks. (L-R) Rhaven, Samantha, The girls (left to right), Avaiya Alibudbud, Isabella Recuenco and Bea They survived the snow maze! Lory & Elton Villamin, Lorraine Rancha Shantal Macabeo and Patrick dela Cruz laced up their skates for Zamora walked away with “Best Group Game” (Tier 1 – Grades 4-6) and Mark Mejica and kids walked out of the snow maze exit with the first time. The Red River Mutual Trail officially opens on Friday, at Game On 2019. Presenting the award was Darryl Long, Managing smiles on their faces. The snow maze was built to become the largest January 4th.- January 5-20, 2019 Director from Ubisoft Winnipeg. Game On was a2-day celebration snow maze in the world, according to Guiness World Records. Official of game design, interactive media and coding by over 300 students measurement is expected to happen in early February. St. Adolphe is from grades 4-12 from 26 Manitoba schools and hosted by Sisler a short 20-30min drive south from Winnipeg and is home to A Maze High School’s Interactive Digital Media program. - February 5-20, In Corn, an extremely popular summer activity destination.- January 2019 20- February 5, 2019

ONE IN A MILLION FASHION AFFAIR

Jaime “Jimboy” Adao Jr. was set to graduate from Tech Voc Culinary Arts this year with aspirations PINAY POWER of becoming a chef and In celebration of the International Women’s Day, Pinays MB, Inc. has helping his parents grow once again recognized the contributions of three Pinay trailblazers in their bakery business. All the community last March 23rd at the Marlborough Hotel. their dreams shattered after Jimboy was killed in The three outstanding Pinays include Loizza Aquino for her leadership a random house invasion and advocacy for mental health, Melody Balane for her achievements Sunday night.- March and contributions in sports and Maanne Dionisio for her inspiration 5-20, 2019 and contributions in the field of performing arts.- April 5-20, 2019

ONE IN A MILLION FASHION AFFAIR JETS FANS WHITEOUT FEVER Catwalk for a Cure’s mission was to raise awareness of Creutzfeldt- Jakob Disease (CJD). It is a rare, degenerative, fatal brain disorder The Winnipeg Jets are back in the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs that claims the lives of one to 1 ½ out of a million people around the and Jets fans are dressing up in white to show their team world each year. Michelle Santos lost her mother to the disease was support during the outdoor Whiteout Street Parties. Over instrumental in bringing her family and the community together for 30,000 fans including John Ilag and his family made it out a fashion affair a few weeks ago to raise awareness and funds to the outdoor street parties along the streets in and around Bell support research in finding a cure for CJD.- February 20-March 5, MTS Place. The parties continue when the Jets host the Blues 2019 for Game 5 on Thursday night.- April 20-May 5, 2019

ANNE KULIT: TOUCHED BY “MADLANG” WINNIPEG MS RED CARPET TRIO After two successful concerts, Annebisyosa in 2012 and Annekapal in Lizelle Mendoza, Chef Calvin Truong (KYU Grill) 2014, performed in Winnipeg what she promised (in the title and Chef Jeremy Senaris (Masterchef ) itself) to be her last concert, AnneKulit: Promise last na ‘to. It was the teamed up to bring the MS Red Carpet Gala VIP show that celebrated her 21 years in show business last August 2018 pop-up dinner at the Centennial Concert Hall. and got the Araneta big dome in uproar with its spectacular production. The red carpet gala featured a 5-course dinner, Here in Winnipeg, the Fil-Aussie actress got a standing ovation which silent auction and entertainment by the WSO with made her emotional, thanking the madlang Winnipeg for their love.- proceeds supporting MS Society of Manitoba.- March 20-April 5,2019 May 5-20, 2019

CELEBRATING COMMUNITY LEADERS The Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba honoured community leaders for their outstanding contributions to Winnipeg and have helped shape our vibrant and multicultural city. The THE FACES OF THE FESTIVAL awardees (L-R) Kamta Roy Singh, Pamela Wong, Dr. Irene Guzman, Dr. Roland Guzman, Chef Sadao Ono, Pamela The rain at the 2019 Manitoba Filipino Street Festival didn’t Rebello and Gary Liu were given leadership awards for dampen the spirits of the parade performers including Debra their active involvement in Winnipeg. The AHSM held their Dawal from the Brandon Filipino Community group. The group fundraising gala on May 3rd at the Clarion Hotel. May 20-June won 2nd place in Best Cultural Dance Category.- June 20-July 5,2019 5, 2019

FILIPINO HERITAGE MONTH

Filipino communities across Canada will be celebrating the first official Filipino Heritage Month after Parliamentary approval back in October 2018. The Quezon Province Association of Manitoba celebrated their annual Santacruzan last week to kick off heritage celebrations in Winnipeg.- June 5-20, 2019

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FOLKLORAMA AT 50 It was an amazing two weeks in Winnipeg as Folklorama celebrated its 50 years last August 4-17, 2019. Canada’s biggest and longest running multicultural festival had brought together performers and volunteers to showcase more than forty pavilions, displaying diverse cultures through remarkable performances.

The Pearl of The Orient Pavilion, presented by Magdaragat ONE IN A MILLION FASHION AFFAIR Inc. had once again extended the With the many garage sales around the city where Filipino hospitality to their guests most of the items are let go in exchange of extra through fun and vibrant traditional HAPPY CANADA DAY cash, the Light of Jesus Family-Singles organized performances, delectable Filipino Canadians from coast to coast to coast celebrated one to raise funds for an annual spiritual retreat that cuisine and artistic cultural display. the Canada Day long weekend with parties, is very important to them. LOJF- Singles members Marcelo Aiello and Calia Pacle step fireworks and family get togethers. Sophia Godilano Bryan Mesias and Pria Alimario organized the over and in between the poles as they and her parents, Mark and Karen Godilano event together with their friends, Jarome Venturina, dance one of Philippine’s traditional celebrated her first Canada Day with a trip to the Cathy Mesias, Jayms Labasbas, Dada Dizon, Marc folk dances, Tinikling.- August Forks and a special Canada Day onesie to mark Fernandez, Chris Garcia and Esa Balsomo.- August 20-September 5, 2019 the occasion.- July 5-20, 2019 5-20, 2019

WINNIPEG HOSTS 3RD GOLDEN AWARDS QPAM 30TH YEAR GALA CELEBRATES HISTORY Toronto-based Golden Balangay Awards, a Canada-wide recognition AND FOUNDERSCLIENT of outstanding Filipino-Canadian, came to Winnipeg on it’s third year BERRY SEASON IS HERE last September 7th, 2019 at the Winnipeg Arts Gallery. This is the Quezon Province Association of Manitoba’s year-long celebration of first time that the awards was brought to a different city after it was The strawberries are ripe for the picking and Aulelei & Noah Santoyo their 30th Anniversary was highlighted by a Gala Night last August held for two years in Toronto. The event was headed and organized enjoyed an evening of harvesting four cases of bright ruby-red and 24th at the Skyview Ballroom of the Marlborough Hotel. It was a by Judianne Jayme, 2018 recipient of the Golden Balangay’s sweet strawberries. Strawberry picking is finally here and an annual memorable night of honours and recognitions, great times with Excellence in Media Award. Part of the event was the ceremonial summertime adventure.- July 20-August 5, 2019 friends and amazing performances which included QPAM Ladies’ passing of the GBA “sagwan” (paddle) to the next year’s hosting city in their vibrant costumes.- September 5-20, 2019 which is Albert.- September 20-October 5, 2019

USTAAMI SCHOLARS: EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMICS AND VOLUNTEERISM The 2019 University of Santo Tomas Alumni Association of Manitoba’s scholars: from left to right: Gerald Carbonell, chairman; Reyna Reyes, Johhan Austin Ong, CANADA VOTES ON OCTOBER 21 Maxine Anne Restar, Andrei Joshua Loredo, Vianca Gamboa, Roland Anghelo INANG TURNS 100, JOINS CENTENARIAN Jaina Antazo is one of the over 4 million who voted in advance Salacup, Nathaniel Gian Dizon and Regina Santos, chairperson, USTAAMI CLUB polls for the 2019 Canadian federal election. Together with scholarship committee.- November 5-20, 2019 her husband Nico and sons Arkien and Apollo, they hit the A big Filipino community recently celebrated a significant advance poll last October 12. Jaina shared that this is her first milestone -- 100th birthday of kababayan Mercedes time to vote in advance hoping that it would be faster and less Calixterio, lovingly called as “Inang” by her family and friends. of a hassle. Contrary to what she thought, there was a long Inang Mercedes was born on September 24, 1919 just after line up that she had to endure before she could cast her ballot. the first World War. She was a teacher in the Philippines But she did not mind knowing that the voting schedule got before she moved to Winnipeg in 1986. She is a mother affected by the winter storm. More importantly, she knew that of 12 and a grandmother to 21 grandchildren and 26 great it would be worth the wait to exercise her right to vote and grandchildren. Not a milestone reached by many, the family support the party whom she believes can give her family a of Inang Mercedes, led by her daughter Trifona Bermisa, just better future. On October 21st, Canada will once again vote. feels immensely blessed that she has lived a lifetime and Like the Antazo’s,your hope for a better Canada and a better they are grateful to share these many years with their mother future lies in your hands. So go out and let your vote count. - queen.- October 5-20, 2019 October 20-November 5, 2019

BIZ KIDS TURNING IDEAS TO CASH Young entrepreneurs aged 6-18 shone at the annual Paskong Pinoy last November 23 at Petrus Hall. Now on its fourth year, the Filipino Christmas festival partnered with Toronto-based ALL SMILES FOR SANTA B2BPRENEUR to feature Children’s Bazaar. B2BPRENEUR Filipinos represent! The Manitoba Filipino Street Festival, or Bata to Batapreneur (Child to Childpreneur) aims to promote together with other community groups, joined and represented financial literacy and entrepreneurship among kids who are the Filipino community at the recently held annual Winnipeg venturing into more than lemon stands now and turning their Santa Claus Parade. The Filipino spirit of Christmas was ideas to cash. definitely present with the showcasing of iconic and Parol (lanterns) and the joyful singing and dancing Boys and girls excitedly promoted and sold their products to Tagalog Christmas songs, not to mention the unity and such as food, toys, accessories, crafts, etc, that they either volunteerism. It was indeed a night where most kababayans made or outsourced. The young hustlers demonstrated just felt happy and proud being Filipinos.- November entrepreneurial skills while having fun at their one-day 20-December 5, 2019 Christmas Market venture.- December 5-20, 2019

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bush fire in where millions of hectares have been raged by fire; killing more than 25 people; hundreds of houses The Republic of Adobo had been turned into ashes, and killing a now estimated to 1 by Rod E. Cantiveros billion animals. International aids have been pouring to help put off the fire. Many Canadian and American firefighters have What do we expect traveled to Australia to help battle the wildfire. And more monetary donations especially from the for the year 2020? celebrities to help finance the he Year 2020 is the troops to be ready for whatever firefighting operations. beginning of a new decade? the Iranians cry for revenge. And And locally, in our home But it seems that there are as some international observers country, more progress due to T Build Build Build platform of D30 spills-over of some world events that more attacks are planned which are considered unfavorable by Iranians after the burial of would lead to a more progressive as transition points for a new General Soleimani who according Philippines; and experience the decade. to Trump was the “Monster” New under the clear Internationally, take the who mastermind the killing of vision of Mayor Isko Moreno, current conflict between the USA thousands of Americans soldiers! giving more inspirations to the and Iran? And the bush fire in And Trump said, “‘we take other elected city officials in the Australia? comfort in the general’s death!” Manila suburbs. After all the outburst of Would this battle of words Nationally, the Liberal fireworks at Times Square or the lead to a more conflict in the minority government is still in magical welcome of the New Year Middle East, where there are some tight rope but skillfully managing in Dubai or in Moscow, we woke hot spots of Iran’s sympathizers the balance of power in the up the next day with so much good who are demanding more Parliament. Do we expect for vibes of the New Year! We were retaliation against the Americans. another election in a year or two. looking forward for a much better And as a result, the Philippine And Provincially, there is a Beautiful. Personal. Affordable. world and forget the problems of government led by President surge of patients in our hospitals, the last decades! We would like Rodrigo Duterte to evacuate marking the usual flu season for to face the new decade with a new thousands of OFWs who are the month of January. hope in every way in our lives. working in Iran and Iraq to return Locally, the New Year At your time of need or But within few days of to the Philippines for safety. Local seemed to be a quiet one but with when planning ahead, January, Iran and the USA entered officials left for Iraq to help our the news that one man was hurt call 204-982-7550 into a conflict by the killing Iranian kababayans, especially those who at the Main Street. With this kind General Qassem Soleimani by are working in various US bases of news our fear of the last year’s www. glenlawn.ca Ask for a a US drone strike in Baghdad in Iraq. highest record in homicide crimes 455 Lagimodiere Blvd • Winnipeg Planning Kit! last Friday. The response of Iran And it seems that the US gives a goosebumps. Hope for FREE was instant and voicing to the House of Representatives’ more protection protocols for the Glen Lawn world: “Death for America!,” impeachment of President Trump Winnipeggers! Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home almost a threat of a war between is set aside for a while while the And wishing everyone a by Arbor Memorial bountiful and a blissful New Year: these two warring countries. And Middle East conflict is still raging Arbor Memorial Inc. Family Owned. Proudly Canadian. as expected, President Donald between Tehran and Washington! 2020; and wish that your 20/20 Trump responded with more Another sad news of the vision would be much clearer to threats against Iran, noting that New Year is the most devastating view beyond your comfort zone. Soleimani was the architect of the deaths of thousands of Americans in roadside bombing and other deadly attacks. And Ad Size: 4” x 3” h B/W Publication: this killing leads to the threat of Contact: Erik Moloney nuclear update pronounced by Format: high res PDF the Iranian government, getting GL Number: 5660 – 6725 out from the agreement on the Ref.#: PRT-060-S-AD Business card (from Bishop Gr.) restrictions on fuel enhancement, ©Arbor Memorial Inc., 2016 giving them more freedom to increase its enriched uranium in the development of atomic bomb. As the result, Iraq’s parliament had called for the expulsion of more 5,200 American troops from the Iraqi soil. And at the US front, Trump has ordered additional 3,000 US Australia fire

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Duterte labels Robredo a 'colossal PNP says consistent drop blunder' over her ICAD report in crime rate indication President Rodrigo Duterte the report. For her part, House to consider concrete solutions the called Vice President Leni Deputy Minority Leader Jose Vice President offered in her 41- of winning drug war Robredo's election a "colossal Christopher "Kit" Belmonte page report. President that blunder." urged the Duterte administration the campaign against illegal A visibly irked Duterte drugs is a failure. PNP Officer- issued the remarks in response to In-Charge Archie Gamboa Robredo's evaluation of the drug also echoed Eleazar statement war, calling the program a failure as he disputed Robredo’s after authorities were only able claim by saying that among to seize 1% of the total supply of the reasons why the drug illegal drugs in the country. The war was successful were the Vice President also suggested confiscation of tons of shabu, that the Dangerous Drugs Board that there are no more shabu chair the ICAD, instead of the laboratories in the country, Philippine Drug Enforcement and the high popularity rating Agency. The report was released of the President. after her stint as co-chair of the Lt. Gen. Guillermo On Monday, Vice Inter-Agency Committee on Anti- Eleazar, the Chief Directorial President Leni Robredo made Illegal Drugs (ICAD). Staff of the PNP said the her report public on her stint Meanwhile, Senator Leila biggest indication that the drug as co-chairperson of the Inter- de Lima fired back at the Duterte war is winning is the significant Agency Committee Against administration for belittling reduction in the country’s Illegal Drugs where she stated crime rate, that the success rate of the Eleazar made the drug war was only one percent Duterte to side with US if war breaks out statement amid claims by Vice in the past three years. President Rodrigo Duterte which he also instructed his message to the Iraqi and Iranian will support the in team to prepare for the possible government of his urgent desire the event of a war as a result of repatriation of Filipino workers and wish that no Filipinos be heightened tensions between the from the Middle East in the event harmed in the course of the Filipinos in Iraq USA and Iran. of conflict. conflict. The Philippine embassy Presidential spokesman Duterte also instructed in Iran said that as of 2017 there Salvador Panelo said Duterte Presidential Adviser on Overseas were almost 2,000 Filipinos made the declaration during a Filipino Workers Abdullah working there as nurses, teachers, to be evacuated Cabinet meeting last night, in Mama-O to deliver a special and midwives. he Philippine Filipinos who do not have an government has employer to call the embassy Tordered the mandatory for assistance. Filipinos in repatriation of Filipinos in Iraq need of assistance can contact due to the escalating tensions in the embassy at 07816066822; the Middle East. 07516167838; 07518764665; Department of Foreign 07508105240 or through Affairs (DFA) Assistance the email baghdad.pe@dfa. Secretary Eduardo Meñez told gov.ph or embaphilbaghdad. reporters that the Alert Level in [email protected] the entire Iraq has been raised to Alert Level 4 calling for mandatory evacuation. Chargé d’Affaires Jomar Sadie advised Filipinos in Iraq to coordinate with the embassy as well as their respective employers in order to secure their exit visas and plane tickets needed for their repatriation. Sadie also advised

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Let’s get social FilipinoJournal.com 8 January 5-20, 2020 The Pulse of the Filipino Community Since 1987 Cardinal Tagle is rising star PEREZCOPE not all the time.” Cardinal Tagle many Vatican observers to refer to passionate communicator, having by Perry Diaz apologized to Pope Benedict XVI its prefect as the Papa Rosso (Red hosted hour-long television [email protected] the next day. The Pope replied, Pope), for the scarlet robes that programs in the Philippines on “No, you don’t have to say sorry. the cardinal wears. the Bible and questions of faith. We need heart in the Church. Coming from Asia, Cardinal He comes over as humble and he visited with his parish priest In 2015, Tagle was elected Tagle will be sympathetic to Pope joyful, and regularly tears up he was struck by the needs of a president of Caritas Internationalis, Francis’ desire that Christianity when talking about the suffering poor parish and felt a calling to the global confederation of reflect local cultures and traditions of people he has encountered become a priest. As a seminarian national Catholic charities; he was rather than simply imitating how through his ministry. of the San Jose Major Seminary re-elected to the position in May. Catholicism is lived in . New Mentality he read philosophy at the Ateneo And, in late 2014, he was elected As prefect, Cardinal Tagle Rome can no longer see de Manila University, the second to a six-year term as president of will also distribute funds collected itself, and Europe, as at the center highest-ranked university in the the Catholic Biblical Federation. by the Society for the Propagation of Christianity. It is tasked with Philippines. He then went on (Source: Catholic Herald) of the Faith, which supports serving the growing missionary Cardinal Luis Antonio to study theology at the Loyola The Red Pope missionary work around the churches. Propaganda Fide, some “Chito” Gokim Tagle is Primate School of Theology. He completed Recently, Pope Francis world. Here he could direct the in Rome argue, has been one of the of the Philippines and archbishop his licentiate and doctorate at the announced a significant money to serve the people rather slowest to adopt this vision, and to of the diocese of Manila. He is the Catholic University of America in appointment. He appointed than the clergy. Pope Francis adopt the reforms of the Second country’s 32nd archbishop and Washington DC., where he earned Cardinal Tagle as prefect wants a poor church serving the Vatican Council which sought to when he was named a cardinal a doctorate in theology, writing of the Congregation for the poor, yet in some missionary give a voice to local churches and in October 2013, he became the his dissertation on the evolution Evangelization of Peoples. In his countries the clergy live better bishops. second youngest cardinal in the of episcopal collegiality since the new role in the , than their people. Like Pope Francis, Cardinal world (he is just two years older Second Vatican Council. he will head the office that deals Cardinal Tagle is an Tagle is a Roman “outsider” than Cardinal Baselios Cleemis He was ordained to the with most of the dioceses in Africa, enthusiastic supporter of Pope having never studied or worked Thottunkal of India). Cardinal priesthood at the age of 24 and was Asia, and Ocenia and shape the Francis, who needs all the support in the Eternal City until now. Tagle is already a household name appointed pastor at St Augustine church in these territories. he can get from the Vatican’s The decision to give him one of in the Philippines and is often parish in Mendez, . He His appointment is very Curia. Cardinal Tagle shares the Rome’s biggest jobs is a way of seen around Manila, commuting taught theology at three different important because the influence of same pastoral approach to church testing his mettle ahead of a future to work on his bike. At 62, he is seminaries, one in Cavite and two his congregation is far-reaching. issues as does Pope Francis. He conclave. One of the reservations one of the youngest “papabile” in . Originally called the Congregation definitely is pro-Francis and would some have about Cardinal Tagle’s (one who is likely or possible In 1997 Blessed Pope John for the Propagation of the Faith support his agenda. It is expected candidacy is whether he is robust candidate to be elected pope). Paul II appointed Fr Tagle as (Propaganda Fide), it was that Cardinal Tagle, known as the and savvy enough to handle the Many Filipinos are hoping he will a member of the International created in 1622 to deal with the “Asian Francis,” would seek to brutal politics of the Roman become Asia’s first pope. Theological Commission, where missions opened up by European appoint bishops for missionary Curia. Working at Propaganda Fr Francis Lucas, executive he became a close collaborator colonization. territories that would be in the Fide will be a chance to see how secretary of the Filipino of Pope Benedict XVI, who was The Propaganda Fide, “Prop” mold of himself and Pope Francis. he fares. His potential as future bishops’ commission on social president at the time. Assisting the for short, does the work of both the Pope Francis’successor pope will depend in his new role communication and mass media, Holy See and the Congregation Congregation for Bishops and the But Tagle’s high-profile and what the cardinals think about believes Cardinal Tagle has the for the Doctrine of the Faith, Tagle Congregation for the Clergy. The appointment has all the benefits the current pontificate at the next qualities necessary to be the next played a key role in examining and Prop is responsible for nominating of being close to the powers-that- conclave. If they have a favorable Bishop of Rome. “He’s humble, addressing doctrinal questions. and supervising bishops throughout be in the Vatican. It certainly impression perhaps Cardinal meek, simple, bright, media- Fr Tagle developed ties with the Asia, Africa, and Oceania, which grooms him as a “papabile,” a Tagle would seem more attractive. savvy, spiritual,” he told GMA progressive theological School is about one-third of the dioceses strong contender to succeed Pope However, if they have a negative News. “He prays a lot… you can’t of Bologna, contributing to the in the world. As prefect, Cardinal Francis who turns 83 later this impression, the cardinals would see any conceitedness in him.” school’s controversial history Tagle will look for candidates who month. In any case, the decision thumb him down. But that is still Born in Manila on June 21, of the Second Vatican Council will support the pastoral vision of to choose the next pope rests on in the future, which gives Cardinal 1957 to Manuel Topacio Tagle Sr project, which interprets Vatican Pope Francis. His congregation the cardinals who will elect him at Tagle enough time to do a great and Milagros Gokim Tagle, he and II as a “new beginning” for the can also influence how seminaries the next conclave. job as the Papa Rosso. his only brother, Manuel Gokim Church. train future priests. Cardinal Tagle is supportive Indeed, Cardinal Tagle Tagle Jr, were brought up in a In 2013, Pope Benedict Under the proposed reform about the agenda of Pope Francis, is a shining rising star where devoutly Catholic environment. appointed Fr. Tagle cardinal. of the Curia, the congregation speaking out for migrants and evangelization of peoples of Asia, At the age of three he was already When Cardinal Tagle received will have two sections: one for refugees, and trying to implement Africa, and Oceania would be able to recite the rosary. He the red hat, he broke down to the missions and the other re- the Gospel of the Poor in his role as on top of his agenda. (Source: went to school at St Andrew’s in tears, which led an observer to evangelizing the old Christian President of Caritas, the Church’s National Catholic Register) Parañaque City where he hoped comment, “A leader of the Church Propaganda world. This has led charitable arm. Cardinal Tagle is a to become a doctor. But when can be emotional at times, but

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All photos & articles available online! FilipinoJournal.com The Pulse of the Filipino Community Since 1987 January 5-20, 2020 9 Fascinating Pinoys, humbled and grateful Aida Champagne Manny Aranez Vivian Santos She’s the former An absolute legend Her day job is chair of the in the basketball city councillor Manitoba Filipino community who for Point Street Festival. deserves a lot Douglas. In It’s purely a of credit for his her spare time, volunteer gig, one tireless dedication. though, she’s an that requires Aida to Manny is the president avid competitive give up most of her summer and chief organizer of the arm wrestler. She’s now to organize what has grown into one of Philippine Basketball Association. Launched won back-to-back provincial titles on (from 2018) Manitoba’s best celebrations. in 2001 with just seven teams, the league has both the right and left arm. Love it. Leila Castro She is the founder of 204 "I was really surprised when people grown to hundreds of teams and more than a “I am humbly thankful for the Neighbourhood Watch Inc., were sending me congratulatory messages as thousand participants every season. mention in Ace Burpees Top 150 a weekly safety patrol. She I was not aware of the list that I was included. “I am truly honoured to be mentioned, Manitobans. Ther are so many other has previously received the I am very humbled and thankful a little act but all of this is not possible without my more deserving people than me, therefore Newcomer Volunteer Award, and of kindness is being noticed by some people. dedicated volunteer committees. They I am honoured to have been chosen.” in 2018 was named a Manitoba Very thankful to be included in the Ace's list. dedicate long hours of free services to our Hero. Leila is tireless. She’s been Proud to be Pinoy!" community and I take this recognition with active finding shelter for First them.” Nations communities displaced Andrea Macasaet Calia Pacle Mia Battad by fire, volunteers with the Andrea locked down Taking after her Mia is one of the Alzheimer Society, and much the role of Anne grandparents, recipients of more. A true asset to our province. Boleyn in the both sets owning 2019 Schulich “204 Neighbourhood Watch musical Six, a bakeries, Calia Leader is happy that it is able to be of help pop-infused show has been baking Scholarships, to the community. It might be my about the history her entire life. the largest name that came up in the list but of King Henry’s She took a pastry STEM (science/ behind 204 Neighborhood Watch six wives. The show course at Kildonan technology/ are dozens of selfless individuals, blew up the Edinburgh Fringe East Collegiate, and this year engineering/math) who like many of us also wok and and a North American tour has seen the show took her talents to the Skills Canada baking awards handed out in Canada. Only 50 have families, but they also choose extended twice in Chicago, and it did a month competition. She came home with gold. Great students receive one annually in Canada. to provide volunteer time to make in Boston. Now, Andrea will be onstage in an job, Calia. Very well done. our city a better place for all of open-ended run on Broadway in New York “Oh wow I didn’t even know about that, us. My salute to our volunteers.” City. Huge. so grateful!”

Let’s get social FilipinoJournal.com 10 January 5-20, 2020 The Pulse of the Filipino Community Since 1987 Founder of Philippine Association of Saskatchewan honoured by aLfie vera mella he Philippines Association [email protected] of Saskatchewan founder Tand first president, Dr Eusebio “Seb” Koh, was recognized by the organization Introducing: Rush last December 21 at their annual Rush may be associated "Mystic Rhythms" (1985), Chrismas Party. Over 400 guests more with Progressive Rock; but Power Windows welcomed Dr Koh with a standing in the advent of the 1980s, the "Time Stand Still" (1987), Hold ovation when a plaque was Canadian band had incorporated Your Fire presented to him by the current obvious New Wave elements in "War Paint" (1989), Presto PAS president Pete Escanlar. some of their songs released in "Dreamline" (1991), Roll the Also present were Phil the decade. After all, 1980s was Bones Ambassador Petronila Garcia, the commercial peak of the genre Formed in 1968, in Ontario, Regina MP Ralph Goodale, that came to be known as New Canada—consisting of Geddy Regina Multicultural Council Wave, which continues to thrive Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards), president John Findura, Regina to this day. Alex Lifeson (guitar), and Neal MLA Michael Kram, and past Some of the songs of Peart (drums, percussion)— presidents of PAS Ben Hernando Rush that have strong New and officially disbanded in And Luis De Paz. Dr. Koh’s Wave sensibilities include the 2018, Rush released 19 studio daughters Ethel and Denise and following: albums in their long career— their families all came taking up "The Spirit of Radio" (1980), from 1974's self-titled to 2012's two full tables. Dr. Koh gave an from Permanent Waves Clockwork Angels. That's inspiring message part in Tagalog "Vital Signs" (1981), Moving 50 years of musical activity! and in English Pictures Rush with its music is truly a Eusebio (Seb) L. Koh has "Subdivisions" (1982), Signals significant part of Canadian been a professor emeritus of "Distant Early Warning" (1984), music history and archives. mathematics at the University of Grace under Pressure Regina since 1999. He holds a B. S. (cum laude) from the University Filipino Journal. He has published of the Philippines, master degrees two books which are collections from Purdue University and the of short stories, poems and University of Birmingham (U. essays: Like the Mimosa (2007) K.) and a Ph.D. from SUNY, and Autumn Wind (2010). Stony Brook. He has published He is married to Dony Viardo numerous papers in mathematics Koh and they have four daughters and has given lectures in Asia, and twelve grandchildren. Europe and North America. Aside from PAS, Dr Koh also organized and was the Charter Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council #12415. Since his retirement from university teaching, he has FEEDBACKS, COMMENTS, published short stories and poems in various media outlets. He has OPINIONS, SUGGESTIONS been writing a column for The Email us at [email protected]

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All photos & articles available online! FilipinoJournal.com The Pulse of the Filipino Community Since 1987 January 5-20, 2020 11 FMC-EGM Annual Christmas Party highlights Scholar Awarding he Filipino Members eight (8) deserving recipients Bundalian, Jocelyn Salvador- Loredo and Reynaldo V. Robillos and with Tower Engineering, Chapter of the Engineers from a pool of applicants chosen Domingo, Gympson Agravante Jr. received the Filipino Members Lakeside Process Controls TGeoscientists Manitoba by the scholarship committee received the Mar Mance Chapter-Engineers Geoscientists Ltd., Jocri Windows, Engineers held its annual Christmas Party spearheaded by Mr. Roy San Memorial Scholarship awards Manitoba awards. Geoscientists Manitoba and last November 30, 2019 at the Buenaventura, PEng. Joseph while Melissa Pasahol, Rhyz The event was in Noemi's Cuisine as sponsors. Canad Inns Destination Centre- Magtoto, Dean Kenneth R. Joshua Abella, Andrei Joshua partnership with National Bank Fort Garry on Pembina Highway. At least 100 individuals attended the event. During the event, new Engineering Interns (EITs) and Professional Engineers (PEng) of the chapter were recognized. “We are so fortunate to have these chapter members become EITs and PEngs to add to our growing roster” remarked Jun Tapia, Executive Committee Chair. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of scholarship awards totalling $9,000.00 to

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by Pam Versoza and Marco Simpao ast December 21,2019, Keira Cosio, Caasi Brothers Band new friends, building wonderful with an amazing positive with Raymund Ona, 4PM Band, memories and tradition in the L4 deg C temperature to and JeroJorgeLouie Band. There community, most of all, it was a officially start winter season, the were also 3 teams that presented a celebration of remembering the Morden Pinoys just celebrated combined song and dance numbers greatest gift that we received and the most wonderful time of the using remix of Christmas, Filipino that is the birth of our saviour year at the Access Event Center novelty, modern and classic Lord Jesus Christ. Morden Community Hall. The songs. The team activity really “Morden Pinoys Christmas Party helped promote camaraderie and Annual Festivities 2019” was and showcase the talents among attended by roughly 370 Filipinos Pinoys in Morden. It was a night (81 Families and 70 individuals) of good food where all families and Special guests. brought their specialties for The program started with sharing and hearty laughs during special messages coming from the games for both young and Hon. Cameron Friesen(MLA adults. Several raffle prizes from Morden-Winkler) and Morden the generated fund and generous Mayor Brandon Burley who sponsors were also given away attended the event together to the lucky families and for the with their respective families. grand prize which is a 40” Last Representatives from The Hub Smart TV it was the Umandal Community Centre were also Family who won. present as the Morden Pinoys With all the volunteers and took the opportunity to give back attendees that cooperated, it was a to our loving community. celebration with our family in our The program highlighted the new found home and everyone talents of Morden Pinoys like: looks forward to having this Rance Laus and Roge Trangcoso kind of event every year. It was (Singing Duo) Ferdinand Fave, a celebration of giving, meeting Photos by Aldricki Lagmay Phorography/Morden

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KZ Tandingan now engaged to TJ Monterde n Monday, December 31, for 2019. In his Instagram post, KZ's boyfriend, singer Monterde shared a photo of him OTJ Monterde popped the with Tandingan wearing her question to KZ Tandingan after a engagement ring, captioned: “… performance. and Thank You God, for my wife Tandingan finally said “yes” to be.” They dated for a year prior to her long-time boyfriend thus to becoming an official couple in marking a last-minute milestone January 2015. GMA Network launches its newest Sunday variety show

show are , Aicelle be going head-to-head against Santos, , Gabbi the longest-running Sunday Garcia, , afternoon variety show ASAP. Kyline Alcantara, Ken Chan, Rita Since 1997, ASAP was able to Daniela, and . outlive their Kapuso competitors The network is also said to be which include GMA Supershow, canceling their Saturday musical SOP, , Sunday program “Studio 7,” to give way All Stars, and the latest Sunday GMA Network’s “Sunday to All Out Sunday” which will Pinasaya. Pinasaya” ended last December 29, 2019 and replaced by its newest variety show “All Out Sunday”, aired its pilot episode Sunday January 5, 2020. The TV giant released a teaser for the new offering which will be top-billed by . The other frontliners of this new comedy-variety Marvel remembers Gerry Alanguilan’s life and time Marvel Entertainment Warren Ellis, Mark Waid, and Ta- independent works went on to through its official website Nehisi Coates, to bring some of draw international attention paid tribute to Filipino comic Marvel’s most famous characters that eventually found its way book creator and artist Doroteo to life on the comic page. Marvel to the mainstream American Gerardo “Gerry” Alanguilan, Jr. noted that Alanguilan began comics industry. The Marvel’s tribute making his own comics in the Alanguilan, a native of recalled Alanguilan’s life and Philippines; where he is often , died on December 21, time working with the company. credited for reinvigorating the 2019, at the age of 51 years The statement reminiscences popularity of comic books old in San Pablo City, his works with known comic within the country His Philippines. artists from Whilce Portacio and Leinil Francis Yu to

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Nadine Lustre rebuffs Ricky Lo over breakup article

ctress Nadine Lustre called out entertainment columnist Ricky Lo over an article he wrote on her supposed split with Aher boyfriend . Lo had earlier written an article saying that a report by the Philippine Entertainment Portal claimed that the couple had parted ways due to irreconcilable differences. He also made mention of the death of the actress’ brother in the printed version of his article. However, Lustre shut down the breakup rumors in an Instagram story Sunday and also admonished the showbiz columnist for using someone’s mental situation/tragic past just to prove a point. The couple confirmed their relationship during the end of their concert “JaDine in Love” in 2016. Philippine showbiz newsmakers of 2019 The Barretto sisters that both camps have settled the has given birth to a baby girl while The role was eventually given to Gretchen and Claudine finally issue amicably. Anne is set to give birth to a baby newcomer Jane de Leon. reconciled in February after years 's big year girl in a few months' time. Jim Paredes and his viral "sex of estrangement. However emotions Angel took to social media Dani Barretto, who married video" became uncontrolled when President and reminded Duterte appointee boyfriend Xavi Panlilio early this In April, an alleged sex Duterte tried to make Gretchen and Jimmy Bondoc (when he said he year, gave birth to their daughter video of singer Jim Paredes Marjorie reconcile during the wake was eagerly awaiting the demise of Camilla Marguerite in September. leaked online. Jim, a vocal critic of their father Miguel. Marjorie was ABS-CBN), that thousands of jobs Mariel Rodriguez, welcomed her of the Duterte administration later featured in a tell-all interview were at stake. Months later, Angel and 's second daughter later confirmed that it was on TV Patrol where, she talked was recognized by Forbes as one of Gabriela; Chynna Ortaleza and Kean him. The issue led the former about the supposed relationship of Asia's 2019 Heroes of Philanthropy. Cipriano welcomed son Salem; Apo Hiking Society member her niece and businessman Charlie She also skipped the ABS CBN and Dingdong Dantes to lay low on social media. "Atong" Ang. She also admitted to Ball and made a donation straight welcomed Ziggy, Georgina Wilson Hookups, breakups, and having been in a relationship with to Bantay Bata, the beneficiary of gave birth to her second son, Alfred engagements former Caloocan Mayor Recom the event. Angel also got engaged Thor; Divine Lee welcomed her Early December, Miss Universe Echeverri, who Marjorie said was to boyfriend Neil Arce. second child Blanca; Saab Magalona 2015 confirmed that singer Maya, in April. Angel Locsin the father of her youngest daughter. Catriona Gray's year and Jim Baccaro added Vito to their she and Marlon Stockinger broke got engaged to Neil Arce and Jinri , , Miss Universe 2018 Catriona family; modern up after almost 3 years together. Park to her non-showbiz boyfriend and Julia Barretto Gray’s impact continues to be felt family got bigger with daughter Miss Universe 2018 Catriona John, whom she wed in a special Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson in the pageant scene. Her Mayon Lilo; David Semerad and Gwen Gray confirmed that she and Clint ceremony in Korea in December. broke up and fans accused Julia gown and "lava walk" seems to Zamora welcomed Cooper; and Bondad are no longer together. In November, Miss Universe Barretto as a part of the issue. Gerald have "inspired" other international first-time mommies blogger Kryz also confirmed that Philippines 2017 Rachel Peters denied reports that he cheated on Bea. candidates. Catriona also confirmed Uy and actress . he and longtime girlfriend Joanne announced her engagement to Bea said Gerald just stopped talking that she and longtime boyfriend Farewell to legends in Philippine Villablanca are no longer together. Camarines Sur Governor Migz to her. Julia said Bea bullied her. Clint Bondad broke up. Catriona cinema Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 and Villafuerte. Host Joyce Pring also and the Falcis brothers crowned South Africa's Zozibini Philippine showbiz also bid actress Winwyn Marquez said she had shared that she and GMA 7 actor Kris Aquino was engaged Tunzi in December 2019. goodbye to several veteran stars, broken up with actor . Juancho Trivino have been engaged in court battle against her former The new "it girls (and boys)" among them were , Julie Ann San Jose confirmed in since August. Actress also business manager Nicko Falcis, Sisters-in-law , Tony Mabesa, January that she and actor Benjamin confirmed that she and boyfriend, who later filed a grave threat case and Anne Curtis announced that Mona Lisa, Gary Lising, and rock Alves called it quits in 2018. basketball player Anthony Semerad, against her. Kris' legal team said they were going to be moms. Solenn icon Pepe Smith. Others couples who broke up are set to tie the knot two years SINCE 1987

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2020 Goals, Scheifele and Hellebuyck heading to the All-Star Game

he Winnipeg Jets kicked the NHL takes a break for the All- off 2020 with splitting a Star festivities at the end of the Thome-and-home series month in St. Louis. against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Representing the Winnipeg Jets lost 3-6 on Jan 2nd at Bell Jets at the 2020 All Star Game MTS Place and won 4-3 in a shoot are forward, MarK Scheifele out overtime win in Toronto. and goalie, Connor Hellebuyck. They lost against the Wild Forward Patrik Laine is the 3-2 (OT) and won against the included in the NHL "Last Men Montreal Canadiens 3-2. January In" fan voting selection and could is a extremely busy month for the be the 3rd Winnipeg Jet so get Jets with a 3 game home stand and your votes in! hit the road for 3 straight before

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Sometimes romance can be heavenly, and this could You’ll be busy, so take time to rest and relax. Watch your Your focus shifts to career goals and ambitions. You may This might involve working on home improvements be one of those If single, someone could catch your dreams, too, as one of them could have special guidance grumble that you have to jump through hoops to get a job or or purchasing items that will gain in value. However, eye. If in a relationship, your partner may have plans for you. It’s time to take your personal plans seriously. impress a boss or superior. For now, though, find other ways to partnership issues also come to the fore with a that add a delightful quality to the coming days. You’ll Watch a desire to fling on. An impulse buy may seem like express your individuality rather than risk threaten your image. chance to catch up and discuss plans. Your social life soon need to focus on getting things sorted at home a great idea until you realize it was a waste of money. sparkles, too! in preparation for the holiday. Make lists and get into action, but allow time to pamper yourself, too.

If you need help, don’t be too proud to ask. You may be eager to expand your options through traditional You seem to be full of energy and ready to party. Partnership interests are highlighted, and joining means, such as a class or work experience. This energetic setup You could go out with the intention of buying gifts However, the focus gradually shifts to your spiritual zone, forces might be the way for you to accomplish more. encourages you to go for it. And there’s more! A spicy link for those closest to you and end up buying something encouraging you to kick back and relax. If you’ve been You may be sharing exciting and fun times with a suggests a romantic liaison could get more passionate. awesome for yourself instead. If you’re shopping for socializing, you may feel like taking a break anyway. romantic tie. The focus gradually shifts to work and presents, have a goal and set limits to save time and This doesn’t mean you’ll stop altogether, just that it’s lifestyle issues. You may have to ignore a co-worker money. As the focus you may feel motivated to attend a time to slow down, review your priorities, and catch who seems jealous of your achievements. class, lecture, or seminar that has the potential to help you up with yourself. You may find your connection with achieve a goal. someone becomes less disruptive and more productive. Go with your intuition early on and don’t second-guess yourself. You got it right. A friend or partner wants to have some fun and you’re their preferred companion. If it’s a happy get-together, You like to do a good job, so it helps to be patient Don’t take on more than you can handle or promise make the most of it. The focus then shifts to finances and and take things in stride. As the focus shifts to your You’ve been busy pushing ahead with goals and plans. The resources. You’d be wise to compare prices before making up leisure and pleasure sector, you may start something more than you can deliver early on. If you have a lot to accomplish, be realistic. You’ll find it easier to set limits focus then shifts to having fun, mingling, and generally your mind about a purchase, especially if it’s a big-ticket item. creative and decide to take up a new hobby. Romance enjoying life. You’ll be motivated to network with a view may encourage with a strong attraction showing up. and be practical, especially where finances are concerned. You could bring a desire to splurge that requires careful toward enhancing your business prospects could bring the handling. Perhaps it would be best to shop with a friend! option of exciting romance.

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All About Tech Buckle Up, Manitoba by Ron Cantiveros [email protected] Tech Sector is Booming

his is 2020 and we're into be my second year attending both leads the E-Commerce, Mobile, the first week of the new events and I'm excited about the Digital Marketing, Engineering, Tdecade and Winnipeg's Innovators Gala Dinner as we have Software Development, Artificial technology sector is shaping a Filipino executive and industry Intelligence, Data Science, up to be an extremely exciting leader as the keynote speaker. Product Management, Content time ahead. From where I sit in The keynote speaker for Strategy, UX Research and the industry, I am privileged to Tech Manitoba's 2020 Innovators Design teams. understand and appreciate the gala dinner is Alfredo Tan, Chief For more information about technology projects that Manitoba Digital and Innovation Officer Tech Manitoba, Innovators Dinner companies are embarking on. for WestJet Airlines and Industry and Disrupted Conference, visit From the human resources and Professor at McMaster University. TechManitoba.com. recruiting side, I see the challenges His career took off while working About Ron Cantiveros of acquiring and retaining talented as an Executive for Facebook Ron Cantiveros is an IT professionals. and Instagram Canada, which Information Technology I'm also excited for several allowed him to eventually bring Consultant with David Aplin upcoming industry events, two of both platforms to the Philippines. Group and helps IT & HR leaders which are a couple of weeks away With his deep understanding grow powerful technology teams and hosted by Tech Manitoba - of social media, Mr. Tan has by recruiting exceptional IT talent The Innovators Gala Dinner and brought an innovative perspective in our large professional network. Disrupted Conference. This will to his role at WestJet, where he

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by aLfie vera mella celebrate and where we can do more [email protected] new report released by Lowest income community size) has gotten worse, moving United Way Winnipeg areas: Point Douglas ($44,437) from 10.4 percent to 12.1 Sa Pagsíbol at Pagluntî Aand the International and Downtown ($39,626) percent from 2006 to 2016 Institute for Sustainable Highest income community Market Basket Measure, Development reminds us we area: Assiniboine South ($75,787) or the percentage of persons ng Panibágong Dáhon need to do more than care – The Average House Price in poverty, is Canada’s official measuring how Winnipeg is in Winnipeg rose 52.8 percent poverty line. The Winnipeg Hulíng hírit bágo tulúyang Laán sa makasalána't madalíng doing allows us to celebrate from 2008 to 2018 ($196,940 to rate rose slightly from 2007 matápos ang taón makalímot progress and to act so every $301,050) to 2017 (9.1 percent to 9.5 Patúloy na sásabay sa pag-ínog Winnipegger can thrive. GDP or Gross Domestic percent) though there has ng panahón Ang totoóng relihiyón ay 2019 Our City: A Peg Product rose 25.5 percent 2008 been a notable improvement Mga luntíang dáhon unti-untíng respéto't pag-íbig Report on Winnipeg and the to 2018 ($34.5 billion to $43.3 compared to spikes in the matútuyô Ang túnay na bulóng ay gáling Sustainable Development billion in 2012 dollars) intervening decade Mapapalitán lang namán ng sa saríling tínig Goals is a snapshot of data Educational Attainment, Several environmental mga bágong tubò At hindí ang pangákong tracked on Peg (mypeg.ca). or the amount of education measures have shown progress kaligayáhan sa lángit Peg is a website that brings Winnipeggers have received, Residential Waste Going Mayró'ng mga malálanta Na ang láging kapalít ay together the latest data from improved from 2006 to 2016 with: to Landfill has dropped from mayró'ng mga sisíbol kalbáryo at pasákit official agencies (Statistics A drop in Winnipeggers with 2008 to 2018 (349.4 kg. per Di sasápit ang dúlo walá Canada, WRHA, Winnipeg no high school diploma (23.1 capita to 228.3 kg. per capita) talagáng hahátol At sa pagsisimulâ ng Police Services, etc.) at both percent to 16.9 percent) Water Use has dropped Ang sinasábing poón ay isá panibágong dekáda the neighbourhood and city A rise in Winnipeggers with from 2008 to 2018 (286 daily lámang panákot Dápat na kaagápay ay liwánag level, translating the numbers a university certificate, degree litres per capita to 223 daily at pag-ása into engaging graphs and maps. or diploma (19.4 percent to 26.1 litres per capita) The information in Peg make it percent) The report points out possible to measure well-being Core Housing Need local successes to celebrate and encourage evidence-based (households whose housing costs while raising red flags on action in Winnipeg. more than 30 percent of their other issues, particularly This year, the Peg report income, requires major repairs, or gaps in progress between showcases local measures of is not big enough for their family neighbourhoods. well-being as they relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aligning local action with global priorities. The SDGs urge us to leave no one behind and this report shows Winnipeg risks leaving some neighbourhoods behind even while we’re doing well on some issues. Highlights from the 2019 Our City report include: Median Household Income rose 18.4 percent from 2005 to 2015, but has remained relatively unchanged in the last five years. Winnipeg average (2005 to 2015): $49,790 to $58,935

All photos & articles available online! FilipinoJournal.com The Pulse of the Filipino Community Since 1987 January 5-20, 2020 21 Palm Springs Winter Escape we know that the wind turns 2 or with a slice of history but also a Manilow, or Goldie Hawn, Ann 3 propeller-like blades connected desire to experience and feel once Miller, Loretta Young, and many by Gem and Lita Anis to the centre core, the rotor, more that Tinseltown allure. The more including the Reagans. connected to the main shaft of the tour brings us to the most divine Palm Springs now boasts it has turbine which spins a generator neighbourhood in the Coachella the highest concentration of mid- ach winter flocks of 107 miles east of Los Angeles to create electricity. Here in our Valley of Palm Springs to see the century architecture on the planet. snowbirds from Winnipeg and only about 4 hours non-stop province of Manitoba we also lavish houses of Frank Sinatra, Until next time, we keep on Eand other parts of Canada flight from Winnipeg. With a have wind farms along Interstate Liberace, Dean Martin, Barry travelling. Happy New Year! fly south to get away from the population of 44,552 and an area Highway #14. cold. Although we're used to of 94 sq. miles, Palm Springs is Experience the Palm Springs embrace and hug the long frigid both a popular retirement as well Aerial Tramway. Opened in winter of our city there's always as a winter snowbird destination. 1963 the tram way is the worlds that intense desire to look for Stroll along the tall light- largest rotating tram car travelling a warmer destination to evade covered palm trees of Palm over two-and-one-half miles the stress of what's sure to come Canyon Drive, the very heart of for approximately a ten-minute once the season of autumn is the city where you`ll find all the journey along the cliffs of Chino over. Choosing that destination is vintage shops showcasing mid- Canyon to transport riders to the just an integral part of becoming century modern designs from wilderness of the Mt. Jacinto State a snowbird, i.e., a person who furniture to clothing, boutiques, Park. The tram cars rotate slowly migrates to areas with warmer galleries, cafes and restaurants, so you can see the picturesque temperature. and attractions that make Pam and spectacular view of the valley Lita at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Gem at Palm Springs A sun-soaked oasis with hot Canyon Drive a wonderful floor below! Once you reach the but balmy desert climate where experience. Feel the vibe and mountain station with an elevation you can tee-off at one of the enjoy shopping and dining. of 8,516 feet spend some time at more than one hundred (100) golf Palm Springs is famous for its natural history museum, or courses, or where you can swing its wind farms. The wind farms at its two documentary theatres, your tennis racquet at some eighty with thousand of windmills a gift shop, and enjoy the two (80) outdoor tennis courts, or visit standing like giant metal army restaurants. For avid hikers, there a museum featuring collection generate electricity to power the are miles of hiking trails on the top of art loaned or donated by the whole city and the entire hot but of San Jacinto Peak. area's affluent citizens, or see the windy valley known as Coachella. Located in downtown Palm thousand of windmills rising from We take an almost two-hour tour Springs at 101 N Museum Drive the desert floor, or experience of the windmills in a state-of-the- is the Palm Springs Art Museum, the world's largest rotating tram art air conditioned bus to get up founded in 1938. The museum car - these will be parts of your close to the windmills which are features sophisticated collection memorable experience that could called Desert Highrises and learn of art by Picasso, Andy Warhol, happen only in Palm Springs. the full history of the turbines Ansel Adams, or Marc Chagall, Palm Springs is a resort since its inception in 1982. that are loaned or donated by the city in the Sonoran desert of Windmills, built to harness the affluent residents of the city. southern California, only 123 power of the wind, are officially Joining a celebrity tour of miles northeast of San Diego or known as wind turbines. Now Palm Springs provides us not only Gem & Lita at Mt. Jacinto Peak

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