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Archive for April, 2009
Speaking Candidly: An Interview with Mayor Michael Applebaum
By: Sherling Rose de la Paz A man true to his word, Michael Applebaum is a self-described “hands on” Borough Mayor. Devoted to providing quality, first-class community services to residents of Cote-des-Neiges/NDG, Mayor Applebaum sits in and chairs over many different committees and governing bodies that directly affect living conditions within the borough. Although he... »
Front Page, April 2009
Front page from April 2009 edition of the Montreal Pinoy Post Share: »
Family Reunification
By: Walter Chi Yan Tom As a Canadian permanent resident or citizen who is at least 18 years and residing in Canada, you can sponsor your family members to immigrate to Canada as permanent residents. Canadian citizens not presently residing in Canada may sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner and/or dependent children who have no... »
No winter lasts forever. Spring has arrived indeed, and we look forward to a new beginning.
By: Jayjay T. Villanueva It took me quite some years of contemplation until finally I had the courage to achieve what seems to be just dormant in the bed of my inspirations. Along with the onset of spring, timing seems perfect. And so, in dedication to the Filipino community of Montreal and Suburbs and with... »
A New Paper at the Newstand
By: Elenita Belgica The birth of a new newspaper is a positive sign of growth and change. It ushers in the awareness that needs are expected to be met, and purpose a resolute vehicle towards progress and process in human growth and societal evolution. The world has shifted to a new pace and rhythm. We have... »
Lending a hand to South Asian Youths
By: Bashir Hussein The Alliance of South Asian Communities (ASAC) promotes the development of the South Asian Community. It mobilizes and integrates the community with the mainstream society. Its mission is to provide a means for resolution of issues common to the members of the South Asian community thus share information, expertise and other resources... »
PAMANA 3rd Anniversary Gala
By: Veraida-Lyn Bermejo On February 7, PAMANA ng LuzViMinda celebrated a successful 3rd anniversary at Chateau Royal in Chomedy, Laval. The evening was spent honouring former members of PAMANA’s Executive Board – Mr. & Mrs. Leo Tuvida and Joaquina Tino and special plaques of appreciation to former PAMANA presidents – John Tuvida and Neil Yapp.... »
Ambassador Jose Brillantes Insightful Perspectives
By: Elenita Belgica My trip to the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa in the month of February was to inform Ambassador Brillantes of the publication of a new independent Filipino newspaper in Montreal. It was also an opportunity for us to hear his views and thoughts about pertinent issues in this era of change and movement. Our... »

