From Friday, July 6 to Sunday, July 8, 2012, PAMANA ng LuzViMinda Philippine Folkloric Dance Company of Montreal will be hosting a three-day conference with folklorists from the Philippines and from Ontario. Filipinos and non-Filipinos, organizations and individuals – all are welcome to attend this landmark event that will be the first of... »
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Brief History of Philippine Independence
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
By: Sherling de la Paz The Philippines has had a long history of political, economic, and cultural colonization. From three centuries of Spanish domination to decades of American control, Filipino history and culture have all adapted to “Philippinize” any and all foreign values and customs. But our history is also marked by... »
Speaking Candidly: An Interview with Mayor Michael Applebaum
Sunday, April 19th, 2009
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... »
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