Philippine Consulate in Vancouver Joins UFCABC’s Philippine Heritage Dinner

“Himig Kabataan” choir leads the singing of the Philippine National Anthem at the Philippine Heritage Dinner organized by the United Filipino Canadian Associations in British Columbia (UFCABC) on 07 June 2025. (Photo by PCG Vancouver)

RICHMOND, BC, 08 June 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver, led by Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin, joined members of the Filipino-Canadian community at the Philippine Heritage Dinner organized by the United Filipino Canadian Associations in British Columbia (UFCABC) on 07 June 2025 in Richmond, British Columbia.

The event was part of the celebrations for Filipino Heritage Month in Canada and was attended by dignitaries and community leaders, including Mayor Malcolm Brodie of the City of Richmond, who expressed his appreciation for the valuable contributions of the Filipino community to the city’s multicultural fabric.

(Left photo) Consul General Gina Jamoralin delivers her remarks at the Philippine Heritage Dinner. (Right photo) Mayor Malcolm Brodie of the City of Richmond addresses the Filipino community. (Photos by PCG Vancouver)

A poignant moment in the program was the short memorial in remembrance of the victims of the Lapu-Lapu Block Party tragedy, which included a heartfelt recital of a poem honoring the memory of those lost.

Consul General Jamoralin, in her remarks, congratulated UFCABC on its 10^th Anniversary and for extending assistance to the families of the victims and helping bring the community together during a time of grief.  She also shared the ongoing efforts of the Consulate to bring public service closer to kababayan across the region. Consul General Jamoralin highlighted the Consulate’s recent outreach missions to other areas in BC and Yukon Territory, and announced upcoming missions in the coming months as well as the forthcoming Post-Arrival Orientation Seminar (PAOS). As she closed her remarks, the Consul General called for continued unity, compassion, and community engagement.

The dinner also showcased vibrant Filipino cultural performances, highlighting the rich traditions and artistic talent of the community.

The Philippine Heritage Dinner is one of several events held in celebration of Filipino Heritage Month, which honors the growing contributions and presence of Filipinos across Canada. END

(Left photo) Consul General Gina Jamoralin (center) is joined by Mayor Malcolm Brodie of the City of Richmond (rightmost), Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Mable Elmore (2R), and community leaders Ms. Salve Dayao (2L) and Mr. Amado Mercado, Jr. (leftmost) in a photo opportunity.  (Photo by PCG Vancouver)

A solemn moment of reflection as a poem is recited in honor of the victims of the Lapu-Lapu Block Party tragedy at the Philippine Heritage Dinner. (Photo by Vancouver PCG)