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How a Filipina WWII survivor’s testimony inspired Patria Rivera to write a historical novel

How a Filipina WWII survivor’s testimony inspired Patria Rivera to write a historical novel

41 years of helping Filipinos: Why Adhika says its future depends on young volunteers

41 years of helping Filipinos: Why Adhika says its future depends on young volunteers

We asked Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia about long-distance love. Then things got a little silly.

We asked Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia about long-distance love. Then things got a little silly.

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Jim Libiran leads a digital media and social media strategies workshop for the communications department of Gubat St. Anthony Cooperative in the Philippines. The workshop was developed and facilitated with Eloisa Francia. Photo courtesy: Jim Libiran

November 2, 2026

What gets lost in translation? Filipino filmmaker explores barriers facing immigrant writers

A visitor explores Body & Head, an exhibition featuring Philippine Indigenous blankets and headscarves at the Textile Museum of Canada in Toronto. Photo by Luis Miguel De Castro

October 31, 2026

Think Filipino fashion is all Barong and Filipiniana? This Toronto exhibition says otherwise

Filipino-Canadian writer Patria Rivera speaks with Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio. Photo by Luis Miguel De Castro

October 29, 2026

How a Filipina WWII survivor’s testimony inspired Patria Rivera to write a historical novel

Adhika members and supporters gather during the organization's 2025 annual general meeting. This year's gathering on Oct. 31 will focus on reflecting on Adhika's work and discussing its priorities for the coming year. Photo by Adhika

October 29, 2026

41 years of helping Filipinos: Why Adhika says its future depends on young volunteers

Patria Rivera. Photo credit: Poline Teif

October 28, 2026

Filipino-Canadian writer Patria Rivera to headline KAPISANAN literary series finale in Toronto

Julia and Joshua.

October 27, 2026

We asked Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia about long-distance love. Then things got a little silly.

Visitors browse food stalls at Kain Tayo's inaugural Paskuhan Village in Toronto in November 2025. The event attracted approximately 1,000 attendees and featured about 35 vendors showcasing Filipino food and other products. Submitted Photo

October 27, 2026

Kain Tayo brings Filipino Christmas traditions back to Toronto this November

Young performers showcase traditional Filipino dances during an Asian Heritage Month celebration, reflecting Fiesta Filipina's efforts to introduce Philippine culture to the next generation. Submitted photo

October 26, 2026

They’ve Been Dancing for 60 Years. Here’s Why Fiesta Filipina Isn’t Slowing Down

Filipino Kids’ Health aims to help families overcome cultural and language barriers that can make it difficult to seek professional support for their children’s health. The program provides culturally relevant, evidence-based health information for Filipino parents and caregivers. Canva photo

October 23, 2026

Filipino Kids’ Health Summit aims to bridge information gap for Filipino families

Joella and Luka’s meet-cute. Image: Courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) (2026)

October 23, 2026

‘Come for the rom-com, stay for the harder conversations’: Filipina director Joella Cabalu on First Comes Love: Nakabingwit

The proposed Canada–Philippines free trade agreement could make it easier for eligible Filipino professionals to obtain Canadian work permits without requiring employers to secure a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Canva photo

October 23, 2026

How a Canada–Philippines trade deal could open new doors for Filipino professionals

A participant performs a ring exercise during the fitness portion of Sweat and Sweldo at Bang Fitness. Photo by Luis Miguel De Castro

October 22, 2026

‘Like bringing home leftovers’: Toronto workshop tackles money and healthy eating habits

Kate Patrieze Luna (centre, in pink) joins members of the Filipino-Canadian pageant community for a group photo following the Empowerment Self-Defence Workshop in Scarborough. Photo by Luis Miguel De Castro

October 20, 2026

Filipino-Canadian pageant community learns self-defence in Scarborough

Tahanan founder Luke Patterson shares a moment with his mother, who immigrated to the United States from Laguna, Philippines, in the 1980s. Submitted Photo

October 18, 2026

AI isn’t enough: Why this new Tagalog app pairs technology with human coaches

Two Folklorico Filipino Canada dancers perform with decorative fans during the Maguindanaoan Living Traditions Community Day in Toronto. Photo by Luis Miguel De Castro

October 17, 2026

Inside the Toronto gathering celebrating Maguindanaoan music and dance

October 17, 2026

‘It was lonely’: How an OCAD U student built the university’s first Filipino student association

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