20 OCTOBER 2026, VANCOUVER, BC. – The Resident Election Registration Board conducted its third hearing on 19 October 2026 at the Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver. Vice Consul and RERB Chairperson Marco Frederick B. Harder was joined by RERB Members Labor Attache Ma. Celeste M. Valderrama and Economic Assistant Eleanor G. de la Cruz. Mr. Celso A. Magpile, Administering Officer, was present as an observer, while Mr. Ruel E. Peñaflorida, Voter Registration Machine (VRM) Operator, attended as a resource person for VRM-related questions.
The hearing covered applications filed during the registration period from 01 July 2026 to 30 September 2026 in preparation for the 08 May 2028 National and Local Elections.
The RERB proceedings were carried out in accordance with COMELEC Resolution No. 11171, also known as the “Resolution No. 11171 or the Rules and Regulations on the Conduct of Continuing Registration for Overseas Voting for Purposes of the 08 May 2028 National and Local Elections.” The hearing decided on the approval of applications for registration, reactivation, transfer, correction of entries, among others.
The Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver remains committed to upholding the integrity of the overseas voting process and ensuring that all qualified Filipino citizens abroad are given the opportunity to participate in national elections. END
