No. 8 August 2014 PNoy tells politicians: Too early to campaign for 2016 MANILA - President Benigno in Cagayan, he was silent about the Aquino III reminded politicians to do issue of amending the Constitution to their jobs first before launching into extend the term limits of the president, an early campaign. but said he will make sure that the At the inauguration of the reforms he introduced would newly constructed Ninoy Aquino be in place “whether I am on the scene Bridge at Barangay San Luis in Tuao, or not.” Cagayan, the president said: “It seems Along with several allies, a lot that when we read the newspapers of whom were wearing yellow shirts, every day, we get to see a lot of Aquino also praised the work of politicians already campaigning.” Liberal Party stalwart – the late Local He said they seem to have Government Secretary Jesse forgotten that there are problems that Robredo, who died a year ago. still need to be addressed at the The inauguration of the bridge present. also comes ahead of the death “Today, let’s respond first to anniversary of his father, former the needs and problems affecting our Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. people,” he said. He said the Filipino people Vice President Jejomar Binay should follow the lead of the two, has been vocal of his plans for 2016. specifically those who want to side on On the other hand, the Liberal Party is “the straight path.” also posturing to push a successor for Aquino said the bridge was Aquino, with the name of Local partly funded, at P145 million, by the Government Secretary Mar Roxas controversial Disbursement included in the list. President Benigno Aquino III (3rd from the right) inaugurates the newly During the president's speech See Page 4 PNoy tells politicians constructed Ninoy Aquino brdige named after his late father, on Monday, August 18, 2014, in Cagayan. Majority of Canadians over 45 anxious about future health expenses, study finds By Sharon Kirkey, Postmedia News decent home or long-term care August 18, 2014 12:30 AM should they need it, according to the Dr. Louis Hugo Francescutti, Canadian Medical Association’s outgoing head of the Canadian annual “report card” on health. Medical Association, seen here in “We should not accept that a Montreal last November, says "we country as prosperous as Canada has need to move from the status quo that such a large portion of its population the hospital is the end-all and be-all of living in fear for the future as they age,” health." said outgoing CMA president Dr. Louis Canada’s baby boomers fear Hugo Francescutti. their golden years will be anything but Many of those polled are rosy. drawing from their own personal A strong majority of Canadians experience of caring for aging parents, aged 45 and older are anxious about “and baby boomers are not going to their financial future and their ability to accept the level of care” that they see pay for uninsured prescription drugs being delivered to their loved ones, and other health expenses, a new poll Francescutti said in an interview. finds. Dr. Louis Hugo Francescutti, outgoing head of the Canadian Medical Association, seen here Eight in 10 aren’t convinced See Page 4 Majority of Canadians in Montreal last November, says "we need to move from the status quo that the hospital is they will be able to find or afford a the end-all and be-all of health." Photo: Peter McCabe/Postmedia News/Files 2 The North American Filipino Star August 2014 Minister Kenney talks skills training on tour of GE Aviation Engine Testing Research and Development Opinion Ed. Centre Disunity in the Filipino community August 4, 2014 Winnipeg, developing new technologies and by W. Quiambao is illegal. She insisted that Josefa Manitoba Employment and research capabilities. In 2013, the Nicolas' Federation, where she is a Social Development Canada Government invested an additional $1 The Honourable Jason Kenney, million for the purchase of an advanced Picture these : Philippine delegates director too, is the legal one. Minister of Employment and Social aerospace handling workstation and coming to Montreal to attend business Development, and Joyce Bateman, testing equipment. meetings. Two Filipino organizations "And why should I be working with Al? Member of Parliament for Winnipeg are playing hosts in separate He should be working with me," said Yip. South Centre, met today with Mr. Vic Quotes receptions for the Philippine delegates Gerden, CEO of WestCanitest R&D “Our government’s top on the same date, Aug. 17, and at the (WestCaRD) and Mr. Ken Webb, priorities are creating jobs, economic Tupaz refuted Yip's claim that his same building, 6767 Cote des Neiges. Executive Director of Manitoba growth and long-term prosperity. Our Federation is illegal. He made it clear One is the Federation of the Philippine- Aerospace, to discuss the Government government is taking action to ensure Canada Trade & Commerce of with Yip that his Federation is legal of Canada’s actions to ensure young Canadians have the education, Quebec, Inc. of Grace Yip, 4:00 p.m., because it is registered with the Canadians have the skills in demand in skills and training they need to find in- 6th floor, and the other is the Council registraire des enterprise and it is his today’s economy. Minister Kenney, MP demand jobs in key sectors of the on Philippine-Canada Board of Trade name that is recognized by the bank. Bateman, Mr. Gerden and Mr. Webb economy—including the STEM sector.” of Al Abdon, 5:00 p.m.,1st floor. "In fact, as the legal president of the were touring the GE Aviation Engine – The Honourable Jason Federation, I was approached by Cora Testing Research & Development Kenney, Minister of Employment and When the Philippine delegates go de la Cruz, president of the Canada Centre in Winnipeg. Social Development back to the Philippines, they will Chamber of Commerce of the More than 50 percent of “Our government's investment definitely bring with them not only Philippines, which is based in the employment in Canada’s aerospace in this research and development memories of the Filipino hospitality in Philippines, to host the delegates. I industry is comprised of occupations in centre has helped WestCaRD innovate Montreal but also the Filipino disunity. have a copy of her email sent to me." science, technology, engineering and and solidify Manitoba's place in global math (STEM). Minister Kenney aerospace, as well as make it the Funny but embararasing because no The conflict between the FPCTCI of highlighted the importance of world's leading cold-weather testing one seemed to show even a Yip and CPCBT of Abdon stemmed encouraging Canadians to pursue location. Equally important is our semblance of unity between the two when the two Federations held each careers in high-demand STEM investment in skills training, which will organizations or call a truce. Who own election a few months ago and occupations to help ensure their own equip companies like this with workers success, as well as the continued that have the skills and expertise to help cares if the visitors find out about the each one of them represented the growth of key industries, such as them grow.” problem of Filipinos in Montreal. Filipino community in the July 1 Canada Day celebrations. aerospace. – Joyce Bateman, Member of He noted several supports Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre When Abdon was asked about the To resolve the issue on hosting them, provided by the Government, including “Fostering the development of issue of hosting the Philippines $40 million over two years, announced the highly skilled technical workforce the Philippine delegates, who were put delegates, he explained that during the by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in needed to globally compete in the on the spot, agreed to be hosted by birthday party of Nathalie Pelausa last May 2014, to support up to 3,000 paid development and certification testing, the FPCTCI and CPCBT on the same July 27, he took the initiative to offer internships for post-secondary maintenance and repair of the world’s Yip an olive branch for unity. He date and building but different time graduates in high-demand fields. The most advanced turbine engines is one wanted Yip and him to work together and floor. Government is also taking steps to of the objectives of WestCaRD. We are in hosting the Philippine delegates. provide more information to youth on grateful for the Government’s If the recent conflict is the kind of the job prospects and benefits of recognition of the long-term job But Yip not only refused the offer but leadership that our leaders are working in the skilled trades and STEM opportunities in this sector and their she also brought up the issue that Ed showing, how can they convince the occupations. investment in various programs that will Tupaz' Federation of Filipino-Canadian youth to get involved in the community The Government of Canada is create jobs and help build the skilled Associations of Quebec (known as the and be the future leaders? taking action to help Canadians workforce needed for the aerospace Federation) where Abdon is a director, connect with jobs through a variety of sector to continue to contribute initiatives outlined in its Economic significantly to the economy of Costumes for a Masquerade Ball Action Plan. These include introducing Manitoba and Canada.” the Canada Job Grant, the Canada Apprentice Loan and apprenticeship – Vic Gerden, CEO of WestCaRD grants. - 30 - Contacts Quick Facts Alexandra Fortier · In 2013, the Canadian aerospace Office of Minister Kenney industry contributed close to $28 billion 819-994-2482 to Canada’s gross domestic product Media Relations Office and over 170,000 jobs to the Canadian Employment and Social Development economy.