Mabuhay House Society Kicks Off Filipino Heritage Month with Launch of the Official B.C. Provincial Filipino Cultural Centre Vision Survey
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May 31, 2024
Vancouver, B.C. – As June marks Filipino Heritage Month, Mabuhay House Society is proud to announce a series of engaging events and initiatives aimed at celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Filipino Canadian community in British Columbia. With a focus on fostering community engagement and preserving Filipino traditions, Mabuhay House Society invites everyone to participate in this month-long celebration that honours the Filipino legacy.
Official B.C. Provincial Filipino Cultural Centre Vision Survey Launch
A cornerstone of this celebration is the launch of the provincial Filipino cultural centre Vision survey, designed to gather insights and perspectives from the Filipino Canadian community across British Columbia. This survey aims to capture the diverse cultural experiences and aspirations of Filipino Canadians living in the province and provide valuable insights into the development of the provincial Filipino cultural centre in B.C.
Visit the govTogetherBC website at engage.gov.bc.ca/ProvincialFilipinoCulturalCentre to provide your input about the provincial Filipino cultural centre in B.C.
"I am absolutely thrilled about all the exciting news and celebrations of Filipino Heritage Month this June,” said Sammie Jo Rumbaua, Board Chair of Mabuhay House Society.
“The community’s dedication to preserving and promoting Filipino culture has led to some truly remarkable achievements, culminating in the launch of the BC provincial Filipino culture center Vision survey—a testament to the tireless efforts of our community. From the vibrant Bayanihan Provincial Filipino Culture Vision Survey event to the joyous festivities at the Flag Raising and the Pinoy Festival, each event is a testament to the vibrant spirit and rich cultural heritage of the Filipino community here in British Columbia. We are one step closer to making the provincial Filipino cultural centre in B.C. a reality.”
Community Events this June
In addition to the survey launch, Mabuhay House Society is excited to showcase the vibrant Filipino community through a series of cultural events:
Hawak Kamay – A Filipino Intergenerational Initiative: Mabuhay House Society is hosting a free community survey event on June 5th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, at Collingwood Neighborhood House in Vancouver. Attendees of all ages will have the opportunity to participate in the survey and engage in meaningful discussions about Filipino culture and identity. Drop ins are welcome.
Pinoy Festival – Panahon na Para Magsaya 2: Save the date for June 22nd and join us at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby for Pinoy Festival: Panahon na Para Magsaya! Immerse yourself in Filipino music, dance, cuisine, and traditions as we showcase the best of Filipino culture in a lively and colourful celebration. Visit pinoyfestival.ca for more information.
Get Involved with Mabuhay House
Mabuhay House Society invites everyone to participate in these events and initiatives, whether you're Filipino or simply passionate about embracing cultural diversity. By coming together as a community, we can honour our heritage, celebrate our achievements, and build a brighter future for generations to come. For more information about the B.C. provincial Filipino cultural centre Vision survey, please visit mabuhayhouse.ca/VisionSurvey.
Let's celebrate Filipino Heritage Month together and united!
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About Mabuhay House Society
Established in 2021, Mabuhay House Society is a registered non-profit society working closely with the provincial government to develop a provincial Filipino cultural centre that will be an inclusive, intercultural, and intergenerational space that Filipino Canadians can call home, where everyone is welcome. Mabuhay House Society is paving the way for the Filipino connection and community to thrive in BC. Visit our website at mabuhayhouse.ca.
For more info:
Sammie Jo Rumbaua
Board Chair, Mabuhay House Society
chair@mabuhayhouse.ca
604-334-1800