We wrapped up Filipino Heritage Month with participation in various celebrations, and we're gearing up with July with our own events and our annual summer picnic!. Here are some highlights from the past month!

Members and friends alike join UFCABC's flagraising and community fiesta.
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UPAABC's very own Mark Panganiban together with siblings, also known as the Romanaks, and Ian Zeta represented UPAABC with the singing of the national anthems along with marvelous song and dance performances for the crowd!

​UPAABC represent at the annual heritage gala hosted by the UFCABC! We are joined by regular and new members such as Jelda Miranda, Deniece Liza!
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Congratulations to outgoing UFCABC Vice President Rene Alcantara for a successful term, and congratulations to former UPAABC President Mylene Lim for joining their Board for 2024-2026!

​UPAABC joined the community parade with FAM; and set up a booth at the Pinoy Festival: Panahon na Para Magsaya 2 in Burnaby!

Many thanks to Gilbert Bercero, Rene Alcantara, Deniece Liza, Jelda Miranda, Jholina Gamboa, JM Caquilala, and Jasper Mallonga for manning the booth, and thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hi! We also received ~50 sign ups from prospective members. Exciting!

​A tribute to our superb artists, Lenore R.S. Lim, Danvic Briones, Delia Laglagaron.  Then some songs by the gorgeous Singing Sisters, Charen Divina Cusi, Melissa Remulla-Briones, Buena Kilala Chua.  Food was great, thanks to Lory of Cucina Balai!
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Thank you to our very own Pau Adalid for the videography and editing!

April 13th is just around the corner! Excited yet?

Please take note of the following crucial points to ensure smooth processing of our tickets and entry to the MADZ concert:

1. We have a complete tracker of the Madz concert's ticket reservations and purchases. To ensure a smooth process, we kindly ask those who still need to pay to settle your payments by EOD April 11, 2024.
   1.1. For your convenience, if you prefer to pay as you claim your tickets on event day and location, please email                                  [email protected] denoting so.
   1.2. If you prefer to pay cash, please bring and hand in the amount to avoid inconvenience. The UPAABC and organizers will
          not be compelled to bring cash changes to the venue. Electronic payment is always preferred.
   1.3. Payments by cheque are also welcome. Address the check to "UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES ALUMNI 
         ASSOCIATION IN BC."

2. All sponsorship and ticket payments must be sent to [email protected].

3. All tickets not explicitly asked to be mailed out to them will be CLAIMED on a "WILL CALL" basis. There will be a Registration Desk at the concert location where you can claim your tickets against registration.
   3.1. Please bring your ID for verification purposes. This is to ensure there is no conflict in the ticket claims and assignments.

4. To avoid inconvenience, Please be at the venue to claim your tickets at least an hour before the concert begins.

5. Event Location Website: https://www.thecathedral.ca/. The website has an overview map of Christ Church Cathedral.

6. Parking, Washrooms, and Elevators: https://www.thecathedral.ca/programs/plan-your-visit. The link also contains all relevant transit information. Please make sure to check it out before leaving for the concert.

7. We still have concert tickets available. There will also be a ticketed dinner with the Philippine Madrigal Singers. Scan the Eventbrite QR Code in the poster or click this link straight ahead for your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../the-philippine-madrigal...

On behalf of the UPAABC Board, I thank you all for your unwavering support and determination to make this eventful day happen.

Thank you so much, and see you all there!
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Sincerely,
Bella Balisi Bevilacqua
President, 2023-2024
University of the Philippines Alumni Association in British Columbia

Hola, amigos and amigas!

Wanna experience one more fabulous event that will truly melt your heart? Join us for the Philippine Madrigal Singers (UP Madz) on April 13, 2024, Saturday, 1PM, at the Christchurch Cathedral, 690 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2L1.

2024 marks their Diamond Jubilee celebration, and they have promised to deliver a one-of-a-kind performance that will showcase their vast repertoire of musical styles and forms. This will include Renaissance and Classical music, Filipino and international folk songs, contemporary and avant-garde music, opera, and even popular music.

This year is also remarkable for the Filipino-Canadian community, celebrating the 75th year of establishing Filipino-Canadian diplomatic relations, and the UPAABC celebrating its Sapphire Anniversary. With the 60th Year Diamond Jubilee of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, Vancouver is in for a treat to the triple celebrations!

This event will benefit the Philippine Madrigal Singers and UPAABC’s scholars and other causes we support like farmers and fisher folks in the Philippines.

Reserve your tickets now!
VIP - CAD100.00
GA - CAD50.00

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../the-philippine-madrigal...

Would you be interested in sponsoring or getting sponsors for the event? You can email [email protected] to get a copy of the Sponsorship Letter and the corresponding packages.

Maraming salamat po ulit sa suporta! Kita-kits!

On behalf of the UPAABC Board of Directors and Community,
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Bella Balisi-Bevilacqua
President, 2023-2024