Our Vision
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association in British Columbia (“UPAABC” or the “Association”) is a synergetic community of alumni of the University of the Philippines who wish to make a meaningful, and lasting impact for the betterment of both the local and global society.
Our Mission
The UPAABC is the official alumni association representing British Columbia with the following purposes:
1. To promote camaraderie and foster closer ties among the members of the association;
2. To provide a channel of communication between the University of the Philippines System and the members of the association;
3. To foster a sense of service, volunteerism, and philanthropy towards its members and the community;
4. To engage its members in various and relevant activities that will facilitate their integration into Canadian life, including mentoring, assisting and encouraging newcomers to BC through partnerships with various community stakeholders for their skills upgrading and foreign credentialing, where needed;
5. To support the financial needs of deserving students through the scholarship program;
6. To foster and support continuous learning among its members;
7. To promote UP values of honour, excellence, and service, as well as Filipino culture and heritage.
1. To promote camaraderie and foster closer ties among the members of the association;
2. To provide a channel of communication between the University of the Philippines System and the members of the association;
3. To foster a sense of service, volunteerism, and philanthropy towards its members and the community;
4. To engage its members in various and relevant activities that will facilitate their integration into Canadian life, including mentoring, assisting and encouraging newcomers to BC through partnerships with various community stakeholders for their skills upgrading and foreign credentialing, where needed;
5. To support the financial needs of deserving students through the scholarship program;
6. To foster and support continuous learning among its members;
7. To promote UP values of honour, excellence, and service, as well as Filipino culture and heritage.
Core Values
U – Unity
P – Passion
A – Advancement
A – Adventure
B – Benevolence
C – Collaboration
P – Passion
A – Advancement
A – Adventure
B – Benevolence
C – Collaboration