PHILIPPINE STAR/EDD GUMBAN FacebookMessengerTwitterLinkedInShare The first stanzas of the Philippine National Anthem speak of the fervor and passion, “Alab ng Puso,” in the heart of the country to protect and hold its independence from invaders and aggressors: “Sa manlulupig, di ka pasisiil.” Today, June 12, 2023, is Independence Day, one century and …
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Escape From Sudan
The author takes us on a wild ride through North Sudan, highlighting the trials and tribulations that come with exploring the unknown. I am Jun Lawrence Espinosa. My wife and I just escaped from the fighting in war-torn Sudan. I had been living and working as a drama teacher at …
Read More »Work Life Balance for LBC Staff
In a recent interview with Raffy Policarpio, Country Head of LBC, the Philippines’ premier cargo-forwarding business entity, the working conditions and lifestyle habits of the company’s workforce in Canada was discussed. In conformity with global trends and practices, according to Raffy, LBC has adopted various programs that would provide work-life …
Read More »Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre presents “Cartas De Amor”
As part of the celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the Declaration of Philippine Independence, the Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre presents the musical on Dr. Jose Rizal, “Cartas De Amor.” By way of letters and songs, Cartas de Amor tells the tragic love story of Jose Rizal and Leonor Rivera, …
Read More »LBC and Talamak Golf Collaborate on GTA Community Initiatives
Talamak golfers with LBC Head, Raffy Policarpio (2nd from right, foreground) at Westview GCC. A photo-op by the members of the Talamak golf club and Raffy Policarpio, Country Head of LBC, the Philippines’ premier cargo-forwarding company, marked the renewal of LBC’s collaboration with Talamak group in furthering its corporate vision …
Read More »For nurse Mary Grace Ocampo, community comes first in everything she does
Mary Grace Ocampo is the president of the Filipino Nurses’ Association of Quebec, a nurse at the Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital and a mother of three. But wearing so many hats doesn’t stop Ocampo from working hard to help someone in need. Bayanihan means being a hero to your community Nurse …
Read More »KCCC hosts Farewell Party for Con-Gen Orontes V. Castro
The farewell party for Consulate General Hon. Orontes V. Castro was a significant event that brought the community together to honor and celebrate his accomplishments during his time in office. Consul General Castro had served the Filipino Canadian community in the Greater Toronto Area for 4 years, and his contributions …
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OTT Remit partners with LBC to make Filipinos feel closer to home
[Toronto, CANADA] — May 2, 2023 —OTT Remit, an international remittance services provider, and LBC, the leading cargo and courier service inCanada, have entered a new partnership that’s making Filipinos living and working abroad feel closer to loved ones back home. OTT Remit’s new money transfer solution offers rewards redeemable …
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