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The special rubber com- sation in your gas tank and efficiency of your vehicle. pound in your winter tires lines which can be excessive While you’re at it, make allows them to stay flexible with winter temperatures. sure that block heater is and grip snow and ice for still working. optimum traction. Check your blades, battery, brakes and belts. Your wiper Emergency Supplies Check your air pressure in blades should be changed Pack an emergency kit. all four tires and your spare at least twice a year so they Your kit should include tire. Cold air can make the can effectively wipe away some supplies for you and pressure in your tire drop blowing snow and rain. your passengers, including significantly, which can Have your battery checked a first aid kit, bottled water, affect your vehicle’s ability to see if it’s in good enough health bars, boots, gloves, to bite ice and snow. It’s shape to get your car start- and an extra winter coat. a good idea to check the ed and running through the Remember to dress for inflation of your spare as winter. Optimum braking is winter every day. Even if it well and ensure your tire critical in the winter when looks sunny and mild when changing kit is on board your car needs to perform you head out, you could be and intact. on snow and ice so have facing a blizzard on the way them checked along with back. Fluids, systems and your engine belts and hoses hardware while you’re at the shop. Your kit should also contain Check, change or top up all emergency supplies for fluids. This includes every- Check your a/c and your your vehicle, including thing from engine coolant exhaust systems. Many booster cables, extra oil and and oil to windshield wash- drivers don’t realize it’s windshield washer fluid, er fluid and gas. You should actually your air condition- lock de-icer, flashlight, always have at least half a ing system that vehicles use flares or safety triangles, tank of gas in the winter to defrost and de-humidify an ice scraper, a shovel, a because you could be idling inside your car. You’ll also bag of salt or gravel, and longer in traffic jams or in want to make sure your possibly even some chains Alecs Bautista exhaust system is intact to for your tires. 17 year old Alecs Bau- rehearsing. until I earned experienced abuse or tista recently became medals and won as the probably homelessness. a Division Winner at division champion at the My long-term goal is to the World Performing WCOPA. make a name for myself Championships of Per- here in Canada. I prefer forming Arts (WCOPA) DA: What are the to be remembered with 2018 Champion of the Achievements/Recogni- that of a humanitarian World. tions you received? advocacy. To help the Alecs: I often per- young generation to Bautista was born in Sta. formed on stage as front believe in their dreams. Rita Pampanga, Philip- acts to Filipino celebri- This may have sound pines and is currently ties visiting Alberta be- cheesy but my heart a student. Her hobbies fore I joined the WCOPA is into helping people include makeup and competition. It was my because I know exactly singing as evidenced by first time to compete for how it feels to hardly her recent accomplish- World Championships have anything. ment. of Performing Arts and visited the Long Beach DA: Who is your favou- DA: What are your Calfornia I took home rite Men/Women of Skills/Area of Expertise/ 2 gold medals,1 silver,1 influence: Talents? bronze and a plaque of Alecs: I would like to Alecs: Besides singing recognition the tile world empower the women and dancing which I Division Champion after of today. For influence, pretty much do all the performing 7 songs. it would be Cleopatra. time, I like the art of She had been known applying makeup. I do DA: WhaCommunity/ as the queen, powerful makeup for myself. Charity Involvement, woman and a leader Did I can also do imperson- Volunteer experiences you know that it’s not ations. It has become and Events/ you have only her beauty that is actually, a part-time for participated? compelling? Her intel- me. I can imitate several Alecs: I rendered a ligence also captured famous singers, like how song entitled “Isang the people’s heart. I can they sing.. Lahi” for the birthday relate to it whenever I of our Philippine Presi- heard people look at my DA: What are the Life dent Duterte’s Birthday outside beauty. I would Events/Skills/Talents held in Edmonton I also like to show who I am is that marked your career/ volunteered to Mcdon- beyond skin deep. I am profession that made ald’s “McHappy Day”, a a strong independent you who you are today? fundraiser for the sick woman. Alecs: When I was in children at Ronald Mc- grade 10 I joined our donald’s House. I sang DA: Do you have a school theatre and choir to entertain participants favourite Quote? for two years. My drama, during SGCHS Ride for Alecs: Philippians 4:13 I choir teacher and class- Life Bike-a-Thon at our can do all things through mates noticed my talent school. This is a fund- Christ which strengthens and believed that I’m raiser to benefit Cancer me. going far with it one day. patients throughout They encouraged me Alberta Canada. DA: Do You have a to pursue my dreams. Motto? It was at that moment DA: What are your short Alecs: Things happen for when I knew that music and long term goals? a reason, dreams don’t is really my passion and Alecs: My goal is to have deadlines this is what I wanted to finish school, start work- do someday. My dreams ing and help my family. As for my followers, have just started to Also, to establish my never give up on your unfold. Early this year I essentials in music like dreams, no matter how performed before thou- set up my social me- people doubted you. Fo- sands of people during dia account, record my cus on your goal, never an at Mikey Bustos’ songs basically orga- let anyone tell you can’t events in Edmonton and nizing them. I am also do it. Believe in yourself. Calgary. My performance hoping to partner with a Confidence is the key. was good but it wasn’t non-profit org that sup- great. So I continued ports women who have diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 5 6 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca Community News BABAE, Council of Filipina-Canadian Women 15th Anniversary Celebration GAG Overload!

Hardy Del Castillo GAG Overload Concert as Quinto among others. Humanap Ka Ng Panget, presented by Pinoy Times But it was the legendary Binibirocha and Alabang Entertainment recently rapper Andrew E who Girls. Andrew E engaged had OPM Artist Andrew E. brought the house down his audience very well as was part of Gag Over- as he performed such hits the concertgoers danced load Concert featuring like Andrew Ford Medina, to his hits. Long Mejia and Rufa Mae First Filipino-Canadian Shootfest

Top: Madam Justice L. Bernette Ho with the founders and officers of BABAE Bottom Left: Guests and Keynotes Sept. 21, 2018. (DA) the affairs of the Filipi- office unwavering support Calgary. The Council no-Albertans, particularly to the ideals and plans of celebrated its anniversary the BABAE. The first BABAE. with imperious class and Filipina-Canadian Justice substance at the McDougal at Queen’s Bench Alberta, The venue, food, dances, Centre. Hon. Justice L. Bernette musical piece, video pre- Ho, inspired, encouraged sentation and messages The night was graced and congratulated the were knitted in unity that with three inspirational founders, leaders and made the night a spring guests (speakers). Deputy guests. Finally, Deputy board to a more energet- Premier of Alberta Hon. Consul General Mr. Zaldy ic and inspiring trek of Sarah Hoffman amplified Patron of the Philippine BABAE in the future. the government’s role in Consulate conveyed the Congratulations!

Top: Directors Jerry Alvarez (Black Badge Instructor) and Ted Natividad (APS President) Bottom: APS Officers and members On September 8, 2018 the of 115 members. Members (President of APS) and Alberta Pinoy Shooters need to complete black Jerry Alvarez (black badge (APS) hosted the first Fili- badge or IPSC Canada instructor) as Match Di- pino-Canadian Shootfest National Training Program rectors. at the Brooks Pistol and to give them basic skills Small Bore Club in Brooks, necessary to participate in IPSC is a dynamic shoot- AB. 135 competitors most IPSC competition. Current ing sport where the prin- from Alberta participated officers are Ted Natividad, ciples of Accuracy, Speed the match. The event was President; Cesar Gonzales, and Power are balanced in sanctioned by Interna- VP; Marlito Licudine, Sec; a unique scoring system. tional Jon Jay Muga Treasurer IPSC has defined Action Confederation (IPSC). This and Rey Ramos as event Shooting. It requires com- is the first in the history Coordinator. petitors to shoot fast and of competitive shooting Awards and trophies were accurately, often shooting sport where Filipino Cana- given to winners per on the move and develop- dian Shooting Community division and class within ing techniques and styles hosted a match. IPSC is each division. There were to shave off fractions of an association for compet- prizes given away as well a second between shots, itive shooters, responsible such as three pistols and during reloads and draw- gun owners and shooting other minor prizes by ing from the holster. IPSC enthusiasts. draw lots. Canada is the governing The match was spear- body for our sport in Can- As of today, APS has a total headed by Ted Natividad ada. Source--http://www. ipsc-canada.org/ diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 7 8 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca Provincial News New and improved 511 Alberta system launches Government of Alberta News 511 Alberta has been know this is an important 511 facts Attracting more tourists to Alberta upgraded to give Alber- service – that’s why we are • 511 Alberta was Government of Alberta News tans better technology to investing in making 511 launched in 2013 and is monitor conditions on even better.” widely used by commer- provincial highways. The Brian Mason, Minister of cial drivers, visitors to the upgrades to 511 Alberta Transportation province and the general will allow users to cus- “We are very excited public. tomize their experience to about the relaunch of an • The 511 phone service meet their needs, includ- upgraded 511 Alberta. The is accessed approximately ing being able to choose new system is state-of- 100,000 times each year. specific highway routes the-art and the RCMP is • 511 Alberta had 1.7 to display alerts of traffic collaborating with the 511 million unique visitors closures, traffic cameras team to explore ways in last year to its website, and setting up advance which it can leverage this www.511.alberta.ca. voice alerts for selected technology to better in- • 511 Alberta was the routes. form the public, both for first system in Canada A new phone system that traffic safety purposes and to display the real-time uses voice recognition, in emerging events such location of active snow- allowing hands-free opera- as floods and wildfires.” plows contracted by the tion, is also available. Supt. Gary Graham, officer province, as well as the “Our government is in charge, Alberta RCMP first provincial system to focused on making life Traffic Services recruit citizen reporters to better for Albertans. The new suite of 511 submit highway condition That’s what these import- services is supported by a reports to its platforms. ant changes to 511 do. new app that is now avail- • The new 511 Alberta Albertans will have a new able for free download – displays more than 400 way to check traffic and in iTunes and the Google images from 251 camer- get home to their families Play Store. Current users as across the province, Alberta communities and of Culture and Tourism matching grants of up to faster. Companies will be will need to delete the including from the City of not-for-profit operators “This tourism grant rep- $75,000. better able to ensure the existing app from their Calgary, the Town of Banff of tourism attractions resents a real opportunity timely delivery of their device and download the and Parks Canada. are receiving provincial to revitalize Rouleauville, Communities and goods and products. We new one. grants to attract more our francophone district non-profit tourism orga- visitors and boost tourism of Calgary. This initiative nizations from across the spending. will be a way to invite all province are encouraged francophones and fran- to apply during the next Thirteen recipients of the cophiles from here and intake period, Oct. 1 - 31. first intake of the Tourism abroad to come learn and The program accepts Growth Innovation Fund discover the history of the applications in two sepa- (TGIF) are developing pioneers of our city using rate streams: destination strategies and new prod- modern technology.” development support and ucts that will help expand Étienne Alary, executive product development tourism in the winter and director, Conseil de Dével- support. shoulder seasons in small- oppement Économique de er communities and niche l’Alberta More information about markets. the fund, including “We could never have eligibility and application “We are helping commu- pioneered our incredible, forms, is available at alber- nities across the province innovative programs with- ta.ca/TGIF. continue to build and out the assistance of the enhance tourism experi- TGIF and Alberta Culture Quick facts ences that travellers want. and Tourism.” • Tourism jobs cover a This will attract more Vance Neudorf, executive broad range, from part- people to Alberta and director, Canadian Bad- time, entry-level positions inspire them to explore lands Passion Play Society to full-time executive posi- off the beaten path to find tions, in regions across the our hidden gems. With The goal of the grant province. more innovative tourism program is to diversify • The industry supports products, people will stay tourism experiences and more than 19,000 busi- longer which will help destinations, focusing on nesses in Alberta, many of grow our tourism industry innovation and shoulder which are family-owned, New 911 standards to better protect Albertans and local economies, and season opportunities small- and medium-sized create memorable expe- across the province. TGIF companies. Government of Alberta News riences for Albertans and aims to strengthen collab- • In 2016, 34.8 million people visited Alberta and New provincial standards audit processes. Quick facts travellers.” oration among tourism will increase public safety • Mandate that centres Ricardo Miranda, Minister stakeholders and offers spent $8.5 billion (Statis- • The Emergency 911 tics Canada). by making 911 service have backup procedures Act, which supports the more consistent across the to ensure 24/7 service local delivery of 911, came province. continuity in the event of into force in 2014 and em- Grants for crime reduction The standards will apply an outage or disruption. powered the Minister of to Public Safety Answering “Albertans should receive Municipal Affairs to create Points (PSAPs), the first quality 911 service and provincial 911 standards. people on the line when know the emergency re- • There are 21 regional programs available you call 911. PSAPs are sponse system is there for 911 centres, which receive Government of Alberta News responsible for dispatch- them when they need it an average of 4.3 million Organizations can now apply ing communities across Alber- tlements and First Nations ing calls to the necessary – no matter where in the calls a year. A large 911 for Government of Alberta ta safer. These funds help communities. Grants between emergency service. province they live. I am centre, such as Calgary, grants that support local organizations maintain their $50,000 and $200,000 are The 911 system in Alberta proud that our new stan- may take about 30,000 crime-prevention initiatives. existing programs and extend available, with projects span- is currently led at the local dards will ensure timely calls in one month. their reach to improve the ning up to two years. level, and although mu- service, whether you live • Other Canadian prov- The Victims Restitution and lives of even more Albertans.” The list of 2017 grant nicipalities will continue in Cardston or Calgary, inces that have standards Compensation Payment Act Kathleen Ganley, Minister of recipients includes Boyle to deliver and run 911 ser- Edmonton or Ensign.” in place include Saskatch- allows authorities to seize Justice and Solicitor General Street Community Services vices, the standards will Shaye Anderson, Minister ewan, , , cash and property used in Funding this year will go to in Edmonton, the Grande create a more consistent of Municipal Affairs , New Bruns- or obtained through crimi- proposals with innovative, Prairie and Area Big Brothers approach. The standards were devel- wick and Prince Edward nal activity. This process of promising or proven practic- Big Sisters Association, the The new procedures will oped in collaboration with Island. civil forfeiture makes crime es, with a focus on: Miywasin Friendship Centre align processes in an- members of the Alberta • Costs PSAPs incur to unprofitable and deprives • services that directly in Medicine Hat and Alcove swering and transferring 911 Association, includ- comply with the standards offenders of the money and prevent at-risk youth from be- Addiction Recovery for Wom- emergency phone calls, ing PSAPs, and other 911 are eligible under the Al- tools necessary to commit coming involved in criminal en in Calgary. and will: stakeholders, such as berta 911 grant program. further illegal acts. The Civil activity, and/or More than $9 million in Civil • Establish an agreed policing organizations, Forfeiture Grant program • crime-prevention Forfeiture Grants have been upon terminology. Alberta Health Services then redirects the forfeited planning initiatives, such as awarded since 2008. • Set performance tar- and TELUS. cash and the proceeds from coordination plans to deter Potential candidates for Civil gets requiring calls be an- The Alberta 911 Program, the sale of forfeited property rural crime Forfeiture Grants are encour- swered within 15 seconds a unit within the Govern- towards programs that reduce A total of $2.5 million in Civil aged to download the online and transferred within 60 ment of Alberta, will work crime and assist victims of Forfeiture Grants is available application form at justice. seconds after answering, with PSAPs to maintain crime. this year. Eligible organi- alberta.ca 95 per cent of the time. the standards and ensure “The Civil Forfeiture Grants zations include non-profit • Require centres to compliance. PSAPs will are an effective way to deter agencies, schools, municipal The deadline for submissions have a quality assurance have until June 12, 2019 to criminal activity while mak- governments, Metis Set- is noon Oct. 12, 2018. plan and annual internal fully comply. diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 9 Government of Canada Announces New Language | Arts | Culture Funding and Engagement Plan in Alberta for Western Canada Growth Strategy Mga Siwang Sa Balintataw ni Salome Features: Western Economic Diversification Canada News Release Tayo’y Mga Pinoy September 14, 2018 – Ed- builds on the Innovation important way to ensure Lyrics and Music by Heber Bartolome monton, Alberta – West- and Skills Plan to make that we remain compet- ern Economic Diversifica- Canada a world leader itive in today’s global tion Canada in innovation and create marketplace. The input Tayo’y mga Pinoy, tayo’y hindi Kano good middle-class jobs. we receive will shape the Our government is Albertans are invited to roadmap to strengthen ‘Wag kang mahihiya kung ang ilong mo ay pango supporting economic share their ideas online to Western Canada by stimu- growth and creating good help shape the Western lating the economy and in- Dito sa Silangan ako isinilang middle-class jobs in Al- Canada Growth Strategy. creasing job opportunities Kung saan nagmumula ang sikat ng araw berta and across western Over the fall, roundtable for all Canadians includ- Canada. discussions will take place ing Indigenous Peoples, Ako ay may sariling kulay: kayumanggi in major cities across women and youth.” Ngunit hindi ko maipakita tunay na sarili As announced in Budget Western Canada with - Randy Boissonnault, 2018, the Government is businesses, different levels Member of Parliament Kung ating hahanapin ay matatagpuan committing $208 million of government, thought for Edmonton Centre and Tayo ay may kakanyahang dapat na hangaan over five years to pro- leaders, Indigenous Peo- Special Advisor to the mote the development ples, rural communities, Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 Subalit nasaan ang sikat ng araw and diversification of the women, youth, and new Issues Ba’t tayo ang humahanga doon sa Kanluran western Canadian econo- immigrants to develop a my. This is why, Canada’s new, targeted approach Quick facts Bakit nanggagaya, mayro’n naman tayo Minister of Natural Re- to economic development • The Western Canada sources, the Honourable with a focus on innova- Growth Strategy will be Tayo’y mga Pinoy, tayo’y hindi Kano Amarjeet Sohi, and Randy tion. a roadmap to build an in- ‘Wag kang mahihiya kung ang ilong mo ay pango Boissonnault, Member of novative Western Canada Parliament for Edmonton “Our government is build- - one that strengthens the Dito sa Silangan, tayo’y isinilang Centre and Special Advi- ing a vibrant economic economy, supports innova- Kung saan nagmumula ang sikat ng araw sor to the Prime Minister future for Western Cana- tive and resource-based on LGBTQ2 Issues on da. The Western Canada industries, and increases Subalit nasaan ang sikat ng araw behalf of the Honourable Growth Strategy is a step job opportunities for all Ba’t tayo ang humahanga doon sa Kanluran Navdeep Bains, Minister forward in the Innovation Canadians. of Innovation, Science and and Skills Plan to strength- • Alberta is home to Mayro’ng isang aso, daig pa ang ulol Economic Development en Canada’s position as a 37% of the western popu- and Minister responsible centre of innovation and lation and 27% of Indige- Siya’y ngumingiyaw, hindi tumatahol for Western Economic Di- grow the middle class. nous Peoples in Western Katulad ng iba, painglis-inglis pa versification Canada (WD), By engaging Albertans in Canada are located in Na kung pakikinggan, mali-mali naman today launched an engage- the development of this Alberta. ‘Wag na lang ment plan to develop a strategy, we are develop- • Alberta’s GDP in- regional growth strategy ing a tailored approach creased by 4.9% in 2017 to with western Canadians that leverages regional $304.7B, growing faster ‘Wag na, oy oy for western Canadians. strengths and opportuni- than any other province. Oy, ika’y Pinoy From coast to coast to ties to build an innovative • In 2017, Alberta’s ex- Oy, oy, ika’y Pinoy coast, Canada’s economy and inclusive economy in ports were second highest is as diverse as its land- Western Canada.” in value among provinces About Herber Gonzalez Bartolome scapes, presenting unique - The Honourable Am- in Canada. Heber Gonzalez Bartolome is an Awit Award recipient for Best challenges and opportu- arjeet Sohi, Minister of • Almost 175,000 nities. This strategy will Natural Resources and small and medium-sized Folk-Pop Recording. Kubing is the Banyuhay’s trademark for a grow Alberta’s economy, Member of Parliament for businesses are based in distinct sound of Philippine native musical instrument. create good middle-class Edmonton Mill Woods Alberta. jobs, and lay the foun- “Hearing from the very • Two of Canada’s top Ka Heber is the founder Banyuhay, a “protest band” which he dation for long-term people who will benefit 15 research universities shared with siblings Jesse and Levi. is well known Filipino folk and prosperity across the four from a stronger economy are located in Alberta. rock singer, songwriter, composer, poet. western provinces. It also in Western Canada is an Ka Heber as him fondly called most people that know him so well, also loves playing instruments like the guitarist and bandurria . Philippine folk and religious songs are also part of his musicality. Ka Heber is an active lobbyist for the rights of Filipino composers. He was a member and trustee of the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, Inc. (FILSCAP). FILCASAP is an organiza- tion responsible for the collection of royalties for its members for public performances songs used in movies, radio broadcast, Public Agriculture Literacy television and the like.

Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s program supports initiatives that build Ka Heber’s most notable contribution is in the play entitled IBONG industry communication capacity to increase public and consumers’ awareness ADARNA. A graduate of Fine Arts at University of the Philippines, and understanding of agriculture and the food production system. Ka Heber was also a professor of Filipino Literature at the De La Salle University from 1981 to 1984. One or more of the following activities related to public agriculture literacy is eligible for funding and may be included in an Application: • planning, organizing and hosting agriculture literacy awareness summits, workshops and conferences; • recruitment and training of agriculture industry spokesperson; Found in Translation • development of resources such as videos, website, educational materials, displays, publication and other awareness and educational resources; • development and implementation of strategic communication campaigns; and Mahiya Shy • benchmarking studies or needs assessments. Silangan East Eligible applicants include: • An agricultural group registered under the Societies Act, such as an applied research/forage association Kayumanggi Brown Race • A commodity group • An incorporated not-for-profit organization*, or Kakanyahan Identity • A recognized (as determined by the Minister) form of rural municipal government in Alberta, including a Municipal District (including a County and Hamlet), a Special Area, a Specialized Municipality or an Improvement District. Humahanga Idolizing How do I apply for this program? Nanggagaya Imitating • The first application submission deadline is estimated to be Friday, September 28th for projects that will begin in the fall/winter of the 2018-19 fiscal year. Pango Flat Nose • The second application submission deadline is estimated to be Thursday, November 15th for projects that will begin in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Aso Dog Applications must be submitted electronically to [email protected] or by mail to: Public Agriculture Literacy Program Katulad Similar 302, 7000 – 11th St. N.W. Edmonton, AB T6H 5T6 Pakikinggan Listen 10 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca National Government of Canada provides The Government of Canada invests $30M assistance to vulnerable women to enhance and maintain The Great Trail in Calgary Parks Canada News release Public Safety Canada News Release The Minister of Environ- network is connected, the work of recreational trails ment and Climate Change Government of Canada in the world and offers a and Minister responsible is investing $30 million wide range of activities for Parks Canada, Cather- through Budget 2017 to along greenways, water- ine McKenna, announced support the improved ways, and roadways an investment of $30 safety, accessibility, and • The Great Trail cross- million over four years to sustainability of The Great es five Parks Canada’s enhance and maintain The Trail, as well as enrich the places including; Fundy Great Trail. visitor experience along National Park, the Rideau its route for all types of Canal National Historic The Trans-Canada Trail, users. Site, Lake Superior Nation- now called The Great Trail, The Government of al Marine Conservation is a national initiative Canada would also like to Area, Pukaskwa National that began in 1992 with congratulate Trans-Canada Park, and Banff National the goal of developing a Trail and its Foundation Park. network of recreational and the many commu- • The Great Trail is also trails that would stretch nities, provincial and within one kilometer of across Canada. Today, The territorial partners, and 41 additional national Great Trail is connected, trail organizations who parks, historic sites and linking 15,000 commu- have come together to marine conservation areas nities, including every make the world’s longest managed by Parks Canada. provincial and territorial network of recreational • To celebrate the first capital, and spanning trails a reality. anniversary of the unifi- 24,400 kilometres of land Quick facts cation of The Great Trail, and water routes through • This funding is being Canadians are encouraged The Government of Sagesse Domestic Violence Support Exiting Prosti- urban, rural and wilder- delivered through the to participate in The Great Canada is committed Prevention Society and the tution, which supports a ness landscapes, from the Parks Canada Agency. Trail Treasure Hunt. The to supporting the most Community Supports for range of tailored and com- Atlantic to the Pacific to • The Great Trail was contest began on August vulnerable. Today, the EXIT Program is delivered prehensive approaches the Arctic Oceans. connected on August 26th, 26th and ends on October Honourable Ralph by the RESET Society of to assist individuals who Now that the Great Trail 2017. It is the longest net- 31st, 2018. Goodale, Minister of Pub- Calgary. Both organiza- want to exit prostitution. lic Safety and Emergency tions have been providing It also supports the dis- Preparedness, announced services to women in Cal- semination of knowledge $1.5 million through the gary for over 28 years. and the development of National Crime Prevention Quotes tools and resources related Strategy (NCPS) for two “Our government is com- to best practices for exit- Calgary-based projects to mitted to helping those ing prostitution. empower women who who are the most vul- • From April 1, 2017 are exiting or have exited nerable and empowering to March 31, 2018, the the sex trade to maintain those in the community Government of Canada their freedom from sexual best-placed to help. This supported 77 communi- exploitation. funding will provide peer ty-based crime prevention The Believe in YOU: Peer support services and com- projects across Canada. Support for Women munity-based outreach for • Up to $44.5 million Exiting Sex Work Pro- women who have exited has been committed in gram and the Community or want to exit the sex 2018-2019 to support Supports for EXIT Program trade and other violent NCPS in the implemen- aim to support vulnerable situations. I’m confident tation and evaluation of women through partner- these programs will make crime prevention pro- ship development, safe a meaningful and positive grams. transitional housing, difference in the lives of • The Believe in YOU community support and many women who call Program is designed to awareness training. The Calgary home.” serve 50 women every projects will help the - The Honourable Ralph year for five years, begin- women overcome barriers Goodale, Minister of Pub- ning in 2017. to exiting sex work and lic Safety and Emergency • The Community other violent situations Preparedness Supports for EXIT Program with dignity, self-determi- Quick facts (CSEP) is designed to serve nation and in an environ- • Both projects are at least 30 women in its ment of respect. funded through the Na- first year and 60 women Enabling Accessibility Fund The Believe in YOU Pro- tional Crime Prevention per year in the subsequent gram is delivered by the Strategy’s Measures to four, beginning in 2017. Employment and Social Development Canada News Release The Enabling Accessibil- under three program social and/or labour mar- ity Fund (EAF) provides components: ket integration needs of A better and more flexible service funding for eligible capital • The small projects people with disabilities in projects that increase component provides grant a holistic manner. Eligible accessibility for peo- funding, up to $100,000 projects may include the experience for Canadians creation or expansion of ple with disabilities in per project, to support Employment and Social Development Canada News Release Canadian communities small scale construction, existing centres or hubs and workplaces, creating renovation or retrofit which offer centralized Canadians are using mo- retirement income pro- online; more opportunities for projects that increase ac- programming and services bile devices and web-based grams more responsive by • Canada Pension Plan people with disabilities to cessibility in communities for people with disabilities applications to access providing: and Old Age Security cli- participate in community or workplaces. Examples in their communities. government services more • a new integrated ents to change their home activities, programs and of types of projects are: • New - The youth than ever before. application where clients address and/or telephone services, or access employ- installing screen read- innovation component can apply for both Old number online, including ment opportunities. er devices and hearing empowers youth to iden- The Honourable Jean- Age Security pension and adding a mobile or work Eligible recipients include: induction loop systems, tify accessibility barriers Yves Duclos, Minister of the Guaranteed Income phone number; and • Not-for-profit organi- building accessible path- within their communi- Families, Children and Supplement at the same • Employment Insur- zations ways and ramps, creating ties and work with local Social Development and time; and ance clients to register for • For profit organiza- a controlled multisensory organizations to develop the Honourable Filomena • a modified application Alert Me, an optional noti- tions environment (Snoezelen solutions to increase Tassi, Minister of Se- for Canada Pension Plan fication service that sends • Municipalities room), and constructing accessibility and safety in niors announced further disability benefits, which an email when important • Indigenous organi- a universally designed community spaces and improvements to Canada has combined eight stand- new claim information is zations (including band office. workplaces. Funding of Pension Plan and Old alone forms into two. available. councils, tribal councils • The mid-sized projects up to $10,000 is available Age Security Programs These applications, which and self-government enti- component provides to support capital costs of to provide a better, more have simplified instruc- The Government of Can- ties) contributions of up to $3 eligible projects, which flexible service experience tions and are easier to ada is transforming how • Territorial govern- million to support larger may include initiatives for Canadians. complete, are now avail- it develops and delivers ments retrofit, renovation or like installing automatic able online. services. ESDC’s service Eligible recipients can construction projects of door openers, construct- After listening closely to Other e-services available transformation is making apply for funding through facilities or venues that ing raised garden beds what Canadians have told through My Service Cana- it easier for Canadians, to periodic funding process- house or will house pro- in a community garden, the department they need, da Account (MSCA) allow: access benefits, services, es, where eligibility cri- grams and services geared or acquiring specialized Employment and Social • Canada Pension Plan and information how, teria are further defined, towards addressing the wheelchairs to access Development Canada clients to request the when and where they sandy beaches. (EDSC) is making the two Child Rearing Provision want to. diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 11 Launch of new global estimates on levels of physical International activity in adults (1 in 4 adults are inactive) Lancet Global Health Canada offers condolences following Typhoon New data published in The unchanged since 2001. tunities for people of all Mangkhut in Philippines and southern China Lancet Global Health to- Women were less active ages and abilities, to be day show that more than than men, with an over active every day. Global Affairs Canada News Release one in four adults globally 8% difference at the global The new Global Action (28% or 1.4 billion people) level (32% men vs 23%, Plan on Physical Activity are physically inactive. women). High income sets the target to reduce However this can be as countries are more inac- physical inactivity by 10% high as one in three adults tive (37%) compared with by 2025 and 15% by 2030. inactive in some counties. middle income (26%) and low income countries Regular physical inactivity The paper, authored by (16%). increases peoples risk of four World Health Orga- poor health, including nization experts, reports These data show the cardiovascular disease, data that update 2008 esti- need for all countries to several types of cancer mates on levels of activity increase the priority given and diabetes, falls, as and, for the first time, to national and sub-na- well as mental health reports trend analyses tional actions to provide conditions. Publication of showing that overall, the the environments that levels of participation in global level of inactivity support physical activity children and young people in adults remains largely and increase the oppor- are forthcoming.

Continued from page 1 Calgary is the most livable city Ottawa, Canada- Global Macau and mainland monitor news reports and energy extraction ac- ing another to ransom.” the world’s economic elite Affairs Canada southern China. Canada follow the advice of local counts for nearly one- are watching. And they offers its sincerest condo- authorities. While there third of Calgary’s GDP, lack a feeling of “stability.” Global Affairs Canada lences to the families and have been no reports at according to Calgary Eco- Is Vancouver slipping? issued the following loved ones of those who this time of any Canadi- nomic Development. How The dark side of Vancou- It signals that the Van- statement regarding the have lost their lives, and ans being affected by the could Vancouver have ver’s livability agenda is couver model of urban ongoing situation in the we hope for a swift recov- typhoon, those requir- changed so much that rearing its head. The cost development, once the Philippines and southern ery for those injured. ing emergency consular Calgary is now considered of land and housing have halcyon of livability and China: “Canada stands ready to assistance should contact “more livable?” skyrocketed, leaving a the model for all others to assist as appropriate to Global Affairs Canada’s very different picture of try and follow, is not los- “Our thoughts are with help areas affected by the 24/7 Emergency Watch The reason given for rele- “living first downtowns.” ing ground because of its the many people affect- super typhoon. and Response Centre in gating Vancouver to sixth At the same time as they starry eyed optimist views, ed by super typhoon “In addition to monitoring Ottawa by calling collect place this year, and elevat- grow in popularity, sup- a “Mayor Moonbeam” par- Mangkhut, which is caus- Global Affairs Canada’s at +1 613 996 8885 or by ing Calgary to fourth place port and enthusiasm for ody of its own reality. Nor ing significant devastation travel advice and adviso- email at sos@internation- is “stability.” higher density neighbour- is it losing ground because in the Philippines and is ries, Canadian travellers al.gc.ca.” hoods and attached hous- its leadership is “too cozy now hitting Hong Kong, in the region should Lack of stability ing is tempered by grow- with developers.” Vancouver has ing negative associations. Vancouver is losing been ecodensifying for ground in the minds over a decade. In his end- These negative issues in- of the global elite for Technology of-career address to the clude: lack of affordability, the most existential of Canadian Institute of Plan- polarizing class dynamics, reasons. It is a model of ners in 2004, the former crowding, loneliness, neighbourhoods as the co-director of planning for social isolation, dysfunc- building blocks of plan- Filipino ingenuity at its best the City of Vancouver, Lar- tion, drug abuse, lack ning, where the neigh- Perfecto Raymundo, Jr (PNA) ry Beasley, attributed the of neighbourliness and bours are invited and success of Vancouver’s community life. There is expected to have a voice. Compared to Calgary, this MANILA -- If you think To safeguard your homes “brains” of the system. model of urban planning also concern about risks to the CCTV (closed-circuit from fire and even flood, a The console is activated to its neighbourhood cities in the future, from appears to be a marker of instability, to the extent television) camera is suffi- problem most of our peo- by passive infrared sensor scale. deteriorating air quality cient enough as a security ple face in times of rainy such that human body This type of planning en- (notably, from forest fires) that they cannot predict how much Alberta oil the device to protect you, you season,” he said. heat can be detected even sured widespread citizen to flooding and other cli- better think twice. The Miguard Security in darkness. participation and built a mate change-related risks. city is willing to act as throughput for. Alarm System Premium It also comes with a water “living first” downtown. Now, it can be told that Package is consisting of leak detector, fire or The premise was that Add to this the wild cards In other words, Vancouver is losing ground because Filipinos are really inno- do-it-yourself (DIY) differ- smoke sensor, medical call good jobs would follow a of the upcoming munici- vative when it comes to ent devices designed to button, to call for help in good place to live. Also, pal elections in Vancouver. its planners have been lay- ing the political, economic information technology prevent crimes. cases of medical emer- they valued urban design These crises make clear development. gency, a 90-angle camera which in turn valued that there are flaws in the and cultural groundwork for an urban economic Axel Craig Frencillo, Mi- which has a 360-degree sustainability and social Vancouver model of urban In fact, MiGuard, a wholly Guard Account Manager, view, and an SOS or panic equity. livability. They factor into alternative to primary resource extraction and Filipino-owned company told the PNA, “We would button for crime incident a shifting sense of Canadi- has come up with a whole like to share to the people to send notification to the Beasley boldly claimed ans’ support for, and hes- expansionist oil-depen- dent suburbanization. package of security and the MiGuard system of Command Center for the that if other Canadian itancy about, the value of surveillance system that alarms for home care, dispatching of different cities could learn these compact urban living and There is no question that Vancouver does not have fits the needs of every family care and real-time rescue. lessons too, Canadians the value of Vancouver’s Filipino family and busi- monitoring.” would become “true ex- planning wisdom. a perfect model. What is at question is whether nesses. The Command Center is perts at city building” for Frencillo added that “the located in Timog Avenue, the world to follow. And The EIU analysts admit Vancouver will ever have the chance to refine the Manuel Syquian, Jr., presi- MiGuard System has a Quezon City. for a decade or so, cities that the difference be- dent of MiGuard, in an in- 24/7 Command Center from Brampton to Dallas tween the cities at the top model, or whether Van- couver will face a geyser terview by the Philippine which can detect what’s The integrated home to Abu Dhabi followed the of its list is small. In the News Agency (PNA), said happening around the security and surveillance Vancouver model, and the midst of a lethal drug cri- of pressure to revert to a model that offers more “It’s MiGuard’s mission to home or business es- system can be subscribed truth of Beasley’s convic- sis and affordable housing protect our countrymen. tablishments from the for PHP504.00 a month. tion became self-evident. shortage, is livability good “stability” — for the readers of the Economist “We stand firm by our wireless or no cord DIY The whole security and But now, according to the enough in Vancouver to tagline that ‘We Want You devices.” surveillance system costs economic elite, the Van- even merit a sixth place Liveable Cities index, at least. Safe,’” Syquian added. PHP37,154.00, which can couver way is threatening finish? “It is not only your love All the devices, which can be paid on installment investor confidence in the ones that we want to be up to 100 devices, are basis. (PNA) stability of the democratic A reversal for what makes This article is republished from The Conversation protect, we also want to connected to the console process in Canada. a city livable take care of your homes. with siren, which is the Alberta has taken offence Aside from that, however, under a Creative Com- to the civic and political what the reversal in rank- mons license. Read the opposition to the pipeline. ing between Vancouver original article at https:// Alberta Premier Rachel and Calgary signals is a bit.ly/2xPJWaV Notley threatened to block reversal of rules for what refined petroleum ship- makes a city livable in the About the author: ments to B.C. and wine eyes of the global elite. Meg Holden - Professor QUESTIONS? shipments from B.C. to and Director, Urban Alberta. Others accuse B.C. These EIU ranking results Studies and Professor of visit our website @ of being one provincial signal that the stakes are Geography, Simon Fraser www.diaryoalbertasociety.ca government that is, “hold- much higher than local; University 12 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca YMOR Spiritual To tweet or not to twit! Ymor Psalm 51 (1) Pastor Jose V. Velasco David uses three words that God may do to eradicate totally his sin. Blot out, wash away and cleanse. Sin has two aspects: the intention, and the action. Both are sins according to Jesus (Mt. 5:21-22, 27-28). The inten- tion is invisible and may be unknown to anyone, hence the person who has it may appear very inno- cent to others. And the ac- In the last two Bible the same thing; it is what tion is physically tangible Reflections we dealt with John Wesley called preve- and noticeable. The three temptation and its defeat. nient grace which is one words in David’s prayer The next question is if a of God’s attributes. This mean only one thing, the person yields to tempta- means that even before total removal of sin, both tion and falls is there still we were born and knew it the intention and the a hope for him/her for a God already loved us un- action. Since the intention renewed life? One positive conditionally. The prodigal is the inward root of the answer to this question is son who knew he greatly action, it must be first removed, then the action The Oxford Living Dictio- networking tool. Jour- what about the flags of found in Psalm 51. sinned against his gen- King David committed erous father by wasting will subsequently go. This nary defines twit three- nalists and media people the depressed, homeless, removal is accomplished fold 1) A silly or foolish now a day are voracious abused women, mental adultery with Bathsheba his inheritance offered to (2 Samuel 11 and 12). God work as a servant for the by the powerful cleansing person. 2) Tease or taunt consumers of tweets from health sufferers, discrimi- work of God’s Holy Spirit (someone), especially in around the world. Though nated immigrants and etc sent the prophet Nathan father to be forgiven and to King David to condemn accepted again. But the in our lives. John the elder a good-humoured way. Facebook is way ahead – when would the govern- re-echoes this truth by 3) A state of agitation or of twitter in terms of the ment raise their flags? him for what he did. father, ignoring his son’s King David repented and offer, right away prepared saying if we truly confess nervous excitement. number of users, volume and repent of our sins God The president of the of info conveyed and I will strive to post a tweet prayed Psalm 51. a reception banquet to 1-2 Have mercy on me. show that he has already forgives us and purifies us United States, as many popularity, twitter still for those who would like from all unrighteousness would infer, belongs to earns are larger degree to take a different take on David can only humbly unconditionally forgiven appeal to God’s mercy for and accepted his son. God (1 John 1:9). Has this been the first definition. Good of respect and adoration things around us in this your experience? mannered comedians from the entertainment community and society. the forgiveness he needs. does not require us to There are two phrases work to earn, or live good Prayer: Lord, I confess that and stand up entertainers and media industry. Who knows I might also I am a sinner. May you subscribe to the second. be tweeting the bad and here given to describe the lives, to qualify to receive only condition by which His forgiveness. Forgive- forgive me and purify me The result of the planned “Do you have followers good experiences I may from all my inward and referendum on City’s bid for your twitter, dad?” have with our very own David may be forgiven: ness is given free to those unfailing love and great who humbly repent of outward sins. In Jesus’ for the next 2024 Olym- asked my daughter when I ethnic businesses like name. Amen. pics is a good example of indicated to her my desire restaurants, stores and compassion. These mean their sins. nervous excitement. to explore and open an professional service. It will account months ago. “You help these operators op- Twitter is a person (or and your mom!” I replied. erate more efficiently and private and public office) I parked the idea for a effectively to the benefit who tweets to convey and while. Then weeks after of the consuming public share news, opinion or the launching of Diaryo and community. observation to his friends, Alberta Society the idea colleagues and followers. roared back to life. “I For those with a Twitter Trump is famous for the could do it”, I told myself. account - let’s join and en- use of this social network. My account, Ymor Dia- large our tribe! Let’s tweet The relationship between ryoalberta@diaryoalberta not to be silly, tease or Saudi Arabia and Canada was up and running in taunt others and agitate. turned sour because of a five minutes stroke. May our tweets and twits tweet. It becomes a tool to be a source of and tool to express disgust, commen- I tweeted twice. One was increase awareness and taries, critical take on about the Society’s com- positive engagement with something and just plain ing into being. The second the community. silliness. one was about the raising of pride flag at the front Twitter is a potent, fast of MacDougal Building and easy-access social in Calgary. I wondered Ymor (aka Romy Honorio) is the author of Open Visa. To order a copy visit Amazon.ca. diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 13 14 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca

The Main Ingredientwith Marietta Pangan SQUASH & Pumpkin

October of every year in on”, it is not definite that least they are very low in Canada is much awaited it came from Greece but cholesterol and sodium. month for 2 significant rather is believed to origi- events: Thanksgiving and nate from North America. Since we already know the Halloween. The one food nutrient contents, uses that is a must have and Pumpkins/ Squash are and functions of these the star of the show is grown all around the mighty fruits or vegeta- pumpkin or squash. world for a variety of rea- bles, it is proper to also sons: agricultural (feed), explore their culinary and Squash/Pumpkin (Ka- ornamental (Thanksgiving cooking versatility. But labasa) is considered a and Halloween), commer- before we go there, let’s versatile vegetable in the cial and of course as food. first tackle the most chal- Philippines. It is widely They grow abundantly in lenging part: obtaining used because its nutrition- Europe, Mexico, Southern the meat. Here are easy al content and economical and Western Hemisphere, ways to get the meat from value fit every budget. Asia (including The the hard skin/shell. The popularity of squash Philippines) and all of the has made it a common seven continents with the Baking Method :P reheat household menu of arid exception of Antarctica. oven to 400 degrees. Cut dishes such as soup, the pumpkin/squash in 4-8 vegetable, stews and even As for medicinal/herbal wedges discard the seeds desserts. Contrary to the remedy and use, squash and stringy part. Cover bad connotations embed- is believed to aid in the with foil and bake in the ded to the name such as healing of boils and ul- oven for 20-30 minutes “huwag kang mag-uuwi cers, while shoots are used face down. Let it cool ng kalabasa sa bahay” (“do to aid in reducing kidney down before scraping and not bring squash at home” stones. The seeds, if eaten use blender/food processor which means getting zero fresh, can serve as an to puree. score from a school test anti-inflammatory or even or “ huwag kang parang anti-helminthic “pampur- Microwave Method : Cut kalabasa na naiiwan ang ga” for children, to name the pumpkin/squash in 4-8 bunga” (“don’t be like a few. wedges, discard the seeds squash fruit left by the and stringy part. Micro- vine”, means you are The yellow colour of the wave on high power for too slow to learn). This pumpkin/squash fleshy in 5-8 minutes per pound, powerhouse vegetable is meat and pulp is derived turning pieces every few packed with vitamins and from the orange pigments minutes to promote even minerals that contribute abundant in them. All cooking. . Let it cool down to alertness and high ener- varieties contain lots of before scraping and use gy in the body. nutrients such as lutein, blender/food processor to alpha and beta-carotene, puree. Pumpkins are very much which generates vitamin like squash. They have the Ain human body. The Boiling Method: Boil water same botanical classifi- shoots and flowers also in a sauce pan. Cut the cations but differ in size, contain calcium, phospho- pumpkin/squash in to shape and colour. These rus and iron while seeds chunks. Remove the skin. two hardy veggies are are high in protein and Discard the seeds and being used interchange- zinc. Squash and pump- stringy part. Put chunks ably, although, the former kins, in general, are fully in the pan covered with is considered of a fruit in loaded with vitamins and water and boil until the Western world and in minerals. They are both tender. Let it cool down Europe. good sources of Vitamin E before scraping and use (Alpha Tocopherol), Thia- blender/food processor to Both pumpkins and min, Niacin, Vitamin B6, puree. squash vary greatly in Folate, Iron, Magnesium colour: They can be and Phosphorus, They are ** Refrigerate fresh pump- bright green, pale green, also a very good source kin puree for up to three orange-yellow, white, of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin days, or up to 6 months if red and even gray. Even C, Riboflavin, Potassium, stored in the freezer. though the origin of the Copper and Manganese, word pumpkin “pepon” not to forget to mention You will be surprised to came from the Greeks that they are low in satu- find that these palatable which means “large mel- rated fat. Last but not the dishes contain squash and pumpkin. Enjoy! diaryoalbertasociety.ca Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans October 2018 15 from the Readers: Madame KC October “Ang pagtataksil, parang Teleserye rin naman yan...Kung hindi ka Horoscrope kakarmahin ngayon, abangan bukas”... Dear Madame KC, Aries- A month you as the month remain very lucky, of wisdom, gentle ends on a positive but might need Sherry na lang po ang itawag ninyo sa akin. Nangungupahan ako sa love, social rituals, note for Cancer revision. The plan- mag-asawang Desiree at Jhong (di totoong pangalan). Kinupkop nila understanding, people. etary positions for ako nung ako’y nagkaroon ng problema sa aking magulang. May tatlong mellowness, far the period shows taon na rin kaming magkakaibigan at halos kapamilya na ang turing ko sa kanila at ganun din sila sa akin. Isang taon na akong nagungupahan travel and intellec- Leo- There will that you’re about sa mag-asawa. Kahit kailan ay hindi kami nagkaroon ng alitan o tampu- tual interests has be major changes to slough off your han. just begun for you for Leo guys, in an past approach or Aries. These things important creative, life attitude, and Hanggang sa isang araw, umuwi ako ng bahay at naabutan kong ku- might undergo a pleasure, child-rais- form a new one. makain si Jhong sa hapag kainan. Inaya naman niya ako kaya’t sinalu- han ko naman siya. Maganda ang aming kwentuhan ng gabing iyon ng major change over ing or education- bigla akong nagulat ng nagtapat siya sa akin. Sa simula pa lang ng ako’y the month ahead. al project, or in a Capricorn- Ex- kanyang nakilala ay nagkaroon na daw siya ng interes sa akin. Kaya’t speculative venture, ercise judgement sana’y hayaan ko raw siyang maipadama ang nararamdaman niya kahit Taurus - Late this or romance. This and will to choose sa isang saglit lang. month brings mild could be a good your duties going Pinagbigyan ko siya at may nangyari sa amin ng gabing iyon. Parang career luck, easy change. forward. If you balewala sa una ang nangyari dahil alam kong may asawa siya. Ngunit productivity. Some must have bur- sa tuwing wala ang kanyang asawa ay nauulit iyon. Hanggang sa natu- long-distant travel Virgo- A prospec- dens, they might tunan ko ng mahalin si Jhong sa sandaling panahon at dahil siya rin for pleasure are on tive real estate as well be produc- ang unang lalaking dumating sa buhay ko. the cards too. Mid- purchase might tive, positive ones! Madame, alam kong ginusto ko ang lahat ng nangyari at gusto ko ng month, chase love, dissolve and anoth- You’re weary these kumawala sa ganitong klaseng set-up, nahihirapan na ako at nakokon- not sex; wisdom, er will replace it. But days, but energy sensiya. Ayaw kong dumating pa ang araw na malaman ni Des ang lahat not power; tradi- don’t make any new returns somewhat at ayokong ako ang magiging rason ng pagkakasira sa kanilang pagsasa- tion, not change. buys December for around the end of ma. now. the month. Ayaw ko siyang masaktan at mabuwag ang aming pagkakaibigan. Mala- Gemini- Your ki ang utang na loob ko sa kanya. Mahirap man pero dapat ko ng kali- status, career or Libra- A subtle Aquarius- The mutan si Jhong. Alam kong malaki ang pagkakamali ko, lalong-lalo na parental role fig- change brews in four weeks ahead kay Des. Balak ko na pong umalis sa puder nila at magsimula ng paniba- ures prominently, your casual and bring popularity, gong yugto ng aking buhay. and throws sparks social connections. light romance, Paano ba ako magpapaalam sa kanila, lalo na kay Des? Saan ko sisimu- around. One place If puzzled, grit your social delights, lan ang lahat? you dreamed of teeth and tell the beauty and the relocating to, one truth as it’s a good happiness of living Sherry business or social solution to all sorts for Aquarius guys. or fame opportu- of dilemmas and You’ll feel optimis- nity, will ebb and in-decisions. tic, yet serious and Dear Sherry, fade; another will quietly ambitious arise. Expect plenty Scorpio- You’ll have about your future. Kay sarap ng may minamahal, ngunit kung ang minamahal mo of clues about this to decide between ay may pananagutan na sa iba, hindi na ito tamang maki-hati pa. taking a chance or Hindi umiikot ang mundo sa iisang tao lamang, make wise choic- during the month Pisces- One ambi- es. Hindi ka magtatagumpay sa kahit anong bagay kung may ahead. going with a steady, tious project could natatapakan o nasasaktan ka. unexciting income fade away over Cancer- Don’t be method. Choose the month ahead, Kung walang apoy, walang usok. Naniniwala ka ba sa ‘’women’s too quick to re- the steady for now. to be replaced by intuition’’? Huwag mong antaying mahuli kayo sa akto ng iyong And a friend or new kaibigan. Mas malaking gulo, mas malaking kahihiyan. place people or another. You could things this month. social group will see this as early as Nakukunsensya ka dahil alam mo na hindi tama ang maki-apid An exciting meet- open a door, when it the month starts. sa may asawa. Kung ano man ang pagkukulang ni Des bilang ing or opportunity happens, take your Ambitious projects asawa kay Jhong ay hindi ito tamang suklian ng pagtataksil. Trust could arise mid- chance, leap into a can include your can take years to build, but only a second to break. whole new financial month, it’s better if career, parental Magagawa mong mag bagong buhay; kapag ginusto, maraming it occurs as swiftly future. role, your com- paraan. Hangga’t nariyan ka sa puder nila, ay malapit ka lagi sa as possible. Sexu- munity or status tukso. Hahayaan mo nalamang bang makulong ka sa isang sit- al, financial, spir- Sagittarius- Ongo- ambitions, etc. wasyon na alam mo naman na kahit kelan ay hindi ito magiging itual depths favor ing career matters tama? Ano man ang maging rason mo sa ngayon, ikaw pa rin ang talo sa huli.

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Madame KC , 2001, 2002 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 “Life’s not about the people who act true to your face. It’s about the people who remain true behind your back”