Community Roundup

In keeping with its corporate philosophy, LBC, the Philippines’ premier cargo-forwarding business, remains steadfast in the development of sports around the communities it serves. For instance, in the Greater Toronto area (GTA), LBC is the principal sponsor of the annual interleague golf tournament where half a dozen golf clubs in …

Kian Terrado is a 21-year-old Filipino-Canadian athlete, a #1 ranked national powerlifter in the 74kg weight class. Kian is more than his athletic achievements, he is a pillar in his community, continuously helping the younger generations upcoming in the sport. Athletics, however, is only part of the story of Kian’s …

Celebrate Canada Day in Brampton! Enjoy family-friendly activities, main stage performances presented by CIBC Global Money Transfer, and a spectacular fireworks display presented by Tim Hortons.   Starting at noon, take a bounce on one of the many different large inflatable rides, games and slides!  Spend the day enjoying all that Chinguacousy Park …

No es cierto que la gente deja perseguir sus sueños  porque envejece, envejece porque deja de perseguir suenos. (It isn’t true that people stop chasing dreams because they grow old, they grow old because they stop chasing dreams.) – Gabriel Garcia Marquez (Read Part 1 of this adventure: Sampling La Vida Local …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …