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Vancouver – Canada
June 25, 2009
June 25, 2009
Group Renders Elalay Which Is An Indigenous Song From The Cordilleras
Through the Elalay which is an indigenous song from the Cordilleras, the impassioned greetings of Dr. Chandu Claver, and the lively playing of the gangsas, the BIBAK members and other individuals from the Filipino community gave their message of solidarity and friendship to the First Nations of Canada.
National Aboriginal Day Introduction by Dr. Chandu Claver:
We have managed to exist as a distinct people with our distinct language and dialects, our distinct culture, and distinct claim to our ancestral lands. We have resisted and survived three hundred and fifty harsh years of Spanish attempts to colonize us. And we have barely survived another fifty years of attempts by the American colonizing power to assimilate us into mainstream Western culture.
Because of this history, we are indigenous peoples, we are aboriginal – like you.
Like the indigenous peoples of Canada, we have nurtured our ancestral land and Mother Earth with our hands, our sweat, and our blood.
Like your people, the Igorots have resisted and defended their land from the State and the Corporations – entities who seem to have a hard time understanding that when their giant machines trample our lands, they are actually taking away our life as a people.
Like your people, the Igorots have suffered through the years from neglect and discriminations – evils that are only being started to be addressed not because of an enlightened State but mainly because of the sustained militancy of the indigenous peoples for their rights.
Igorot Dance with Participation by Some Canadians
Igorot Dance with Participation by Some CanadiansLike your people, a growing number of our people who have been active in the struggle for indigenous peoples rights have been killed by State agents, and in a recent case, abducted and never to be seen again.
And so we, the Igorots of the Northern Philippines, are no different from you. Nor are we, the indigenous peoples of Canada and the Philippines, different from the other indigenous peoples all around the world. We share a similar history and heritage. We share the same life-threatening problems. But most of all, we share the same hopes and aspirations for our people.
Today, we are here to express our solidarity with you, and with your struggles. As a sign of our solidarity, we would like to give you a short and modest presentation of the various aspects of our cultural life.
Elsa Pitpitunge Taylor
Thu 29th October 2009
Bay Of Plenty, New ZealandHaggiye....
At long last..... I found this site where we can at least share and get in contact with our fellow Igorots.
To see and read what others are doing in other countries. Looking at the photos and reading messages like Dr Chandu Claver, it makes us proud of our heritage and as an Igorot.
It also reminds us that when we are away from home it is important that we still get in touch. To share our food dances, songs and culture. This helps us to always remember and be proud where we come from. Our children who are born and bred all over the world needs to be reminded of this very unique heritage. They must be taught of our culture.
I am now finalising my trip to Canada to attend the IGO confence in August 2010.
I am planning to stay in a Hostel in the Main Street, Vancouver. If anyone is reading this and planning the same thing then perhaps we can make a group and meet there.
Nu wahna eh ha tagaipugao yah humapit ayuh tu...
Haggiyee.....
Ceasar
Tue 1st September 2009
VancouverHello Jose Pampanico,
Where abouts is this guy?
it would help if we can get more info on him so maybe he could be more accommodated,
i.e. where he is from? with the large number of Igorots here he is bound to know of his bababayan.
Does he have any contact number? if not please give my number 604 938 4843 please.
Thanks,
Ceasar
Chairperson-BIBAK
Vancouver
Jose Pampanico
Mon 31st August 2009
VancouverI just arrive Last July 30 here in Vancouver as tourist.
I cannot find My fellow igorots, I cannot find native people of North America. where are they?
philian weygan
Thu 16th July 2009
philippinesParticipating in these activities continue to strengthen solidarity among Indigenous peoples. May we the Igorots continue to organize and promote our identity as a people.
Gawis am-in
Rhino Oblas
Sun 12th July 2009
GermanyLong Live the IGOROTS in Canada and Keep-On-Going for our Good Standing,as in our Culture and Traditions and show to the World who we are... remember the Name:IGOROT!!!
The Igorot men should always bring or be in their G-String when ever they are performing a true Igorot presentation, that shows cleverness of our Ancestors... never mind the cold in Canada;Hope to hear from you all,this coming IIC.
MATAGO-TAGO TAKO AM-IN
Angelito Salazar
Fri 3rd July 2009
Manila, Philippines
MABUHAY ANG LAHAT NA INDIGENOUS PEOPLES LIKE THE IGOROTS!!!
Fred Bustamante
Wed 1st July 2009
CaliforniaThis article gave me goose bumps. Mabuhay!
Can a co –owner of a piece of land buy back the share of another co-owner that was already sold to a stranger?
New Column: The Philippine Lawyer
In 1995, Marian went to work in Calgary as a caregiver.
Eventually she got her Canadian citizenship and was later able to bring her only sister Grace to Canada. Through their hard work, they were able to save enough money to buy a 400 square meter lot in Cebu City which they intended to construct an apartment building. The sisters agreed in writing that the property will be divided equally and that Grace would own the South side and Marian the North side of the land. Unfortunately, before they were able to start building the apartment, the sisters found out that they were both dating Amadeo, their dance instructor. A bitter fight ensued and the sisters went their separate ways. For years they refused to talk to each other....
In 1995, Marian went to work in Calgary as a caregiver.
Eventually she got her Canadian citizenship and was later able to bring her only sister Grace to Canada. Through their hard work, they were able to save enough money to buy a 400 square meter lot in Cebu City which they intended to construct an apartment building. The sisters agreed in writing that the property will be divided equally and that Grace would own the South side and Marian the North side of the land. Unfortunately, before they were able to start building the apartment, the sisters found out that they were both dating Amadeo, their dance instructor. A bitter fight ensued and the sisters went their separate ways. For years they refused to talk to each other....
Atty. Ferdie Aguirre
March 16, 2010
Historic Moments in Our History
The Battle of Mactan, APRIL 27, 1521The best source of the battle is the accounts kept by Pigafetta, who was the chronicler in Magellan's voyage. In describing the battle, Pigafetta pictured himself helplessly watching his brave captain valiantly fending off Lapulapu's men to give time and opportunity for his soldiers to climb aboard the ship safely, depart and save their lives. Mortally wounded, Magellan was was left behind and died while fighting in the waist deep shores of Mactan....
The Battle of Mactan, APRIL 27, 1521The best source of the battle is the accounts kept by Pigafetta, who was the chronicler in Magellan's voyage. In describing the battle, Pigafetta pictured himself helplessly watching his brave captain valiantly fending off Lapulapu's men to give time and opportunity for his soldiers to climb aboard the ship safely, depart and save their lives. Mortally wounded, Magellan was was left behind and died while fighting in the waist deep shores of Mactan....
Jose Sison Luzadas
March 19, 2010
Dear Jose
When we relate to other people, it is but natural to adapt different versions of yourself. One cannot openly say “ P*tang Ina” in front of one’s mother, or it would be quite unnatural to greet a peer by making “mano po”. With the collection of letters that Rizal exchanged, different aspects of his personality come out. Rizal kept all the letters that he received because “through them he wanted to study the character, temperament, transformation, and intellectual tendencies of his friends and countrymen” (Viola 324). So we do the same now to him.
In a letter, addressed to Trinidad Rizal, Rizal fits into the role of “Kuya”. He tells of his adventures in Germany and his impression of German women who are not afraid of men and are more concerned with substance than with appearances. So like any kuya, he encourages Trining to form the habit of studying, so as to adorn herself with substance. He ends the letter asking her to write him back in Spanish....
In a letter, addressed to Trinidad Rizal, Rizal fits into the role of “Kuya”. He tells of his adventures in Germany and his impression of German women who are not afraid of men and are more concerned with substance than with appearances. So like any kuya, he encourages Trining to form the habit of studying, so as to adorn herself with substance. He ends the letter asking her to write him back in Spanish....
Anna Cristina B. de la Paz, AB European Studies
November 22, 2009
MERRY CHRISTMASNo one can deny that Christ Jesus is the reason for the season of CHRISTMAS that is why it is called CHRISTmas. It is his birth some two thousand years ago in Bethlehem that we are celebrating today. Sometime ago, people in their perceived hurried and busy life started to shorten Christmas to Xmas. Merry Xmas became in vogue in lieu of the original and longer Merry Christmas mostly in nonformal print and written media. But to think of it, X in Xmas does not mean an unknown entity or quantity like the X in Xray discovered by Roentgen rather it is the first letter of Christos, the Greek X or CHI and thus X in Xmas is the abbreviation for Christ. So it is still alright however in recent years of modern commercialism and political correctness, Merry Christmas or its short form of Xmas is being phased out altogether in the corporate and commercial greetings with Happy Holidays and/or Seasons Greetings....
Ven Del Pilar Faundo, Lifetime member of the Knights of Rizal Canada
December 16, 2009
Update Issue - February, 2008NAGBABAGONG KLIMA SA PILIPINAS, nitong nakaraang dalawang buwan nagsisidaing ang mga naninirahan sa Baguio dahil sa tindi ng ginaw, 8-sentigrado. Di pa umano sila nakadanas ng pangangatog sa ginaw. Dahil hindi naman nangyayari ito, walang central heating ang mga bahay. Suot daw nila ay patong-patong at nakabalabal ng makapal.
Naitanong namin sa sarili, paano na lang yong mga taga Cordillera na hubad ang kalahati ng katawan at nakatapak. Sinasabing magtatagal pa itong lamig....
Naitanong namin sa sarili, paano na lang yong mga taga Cordillera na hubad ang kalahati ng katawan at nakatapak. Sinasabing magtatagal pa itong lamig....
Orquidia Valenzuela
February 12, 2009
Medical Insurance Coverage in the Philippines 2Dear Nene,
How are you?
First, we would like to inform you that together with other kababayans I miss your advisory column Ayon kay Nene very much. May I also inform you I have kept past issues of Munting Nayon and have used them several times to answer some questions of our kababayans. I am happy that your column is now available on the Munting Nayon website.
Last month, I was finally confronted just like others who have experienced it before me to send emergency money for my mother who was sick and had to be hospitalized for pneumonia. My sister called me in the middle of the night (7:00 AM Philippines time) to tell me to send urgent money to be used ......
How are you?
First, we would like to inform you that together with other kababayans I miss your advisory column Ayon kay Nene very much. May I also inform you I have kept past issues of Munting Nayon and have used them several times to answer some questions of our kababayans. I am happy that your column is now available on the Munting Nayon website.
Last month, I was finally confronted just like others who have experienced it before me to send emergency money for my mother who was sick and had to be hospitalized for pneumonia. My sister called me in the middle of the night (7:00 AM Philippines time) to tell me to send urgent money to be used ......
Corazon Dee, PhD
January 13, 2009
EyeOpenerThe Election campaign for national positions in the Philippines is officially on! To many people it is the start of fiestas and carnivals where candidates show their wares – they sing & dance, do fiery speeches attacking political opponents, invite movie, radio/television personalities to attract more people to their political rallies and meetings. To the Class D & E these are welcome opportunities to enjoy free foods and entertainment compliments of the candidates....
Ber Pacheco
February 15, 2010
Lungkot at Ligaya sa Pista ng San BartolomeDalawang taon ang pinalipas ni Ato sa Amerika bago siya muling umuwi sa Pilipinas.
Buwan ng Mayo ng siya’y umuwi at ito ay buwan ng isang masayang kapistahan sa kanilang nayon. Ito’y isang pagkakataon upang ang isang malaki at magastos na pagdiriwang na noong panahon ng kaniyang walang malay na kamusmusan na punong puno ng mga magaganda at matatamis na ala-ala ay muli niyang masaksihan.
Ngunit marami nang naganap na malalaki at maliliit, magaganda at pangit, masasama at mabubuting mga pagbabago sa daigdig lalo na sa ating bayan. Mga pagbabagong naganap na ang iba ay nagdulot ng hirap at ang iba ay nagdulot ng ligaya sa daigdig na ating ginagalawan....
Buwan ng Mayo ng siya’y umuwi at ito ay buwan ng isang masayang kapistahan sa kanilang nayon. Ito’y isang pagkakataon upang ang isang malaki at magastos na pagdiriwang na noong panahon ng kaniyang walang malay na kamusmusan na punong puno ng mga magaganda at matatamis na ala-ala ay muli niyang masaksihan.
Ngunit marami nang naganap na malalaki at maliliit, magaganda at pangit, masasama at mabubuting mga pagbabago sa daigdig lalo na sa ating bayan. Mga pagbabagong naganap na ang iba ay nagdulot ng hirap at ang iba ay nagdulot ng ligaya sa daigdig na ating ginagalawan....
Rene Calalang
March 16, 2010
Jollibee-FBA Tilt: Sharbatly, BG Co-Gulf Express, American Garden, Radisson Blu and Fitaihi score
Jeddah-FBA Basketball Tournament 2010Gared Angio
Jeddah - After two weeks of exciting games at Saudi Hi-Tech compound, the ongoing 1st Jollibee-29th FBA Basketball Tournament ...
KOR DIAMOND ANTWERP BELGIUM CELEBRATED 10TH CHARTERING ANNIVERSARY
Sir Dominiek Segaert
Saturday January 23, 2010 the KOR Diamond Chapter of Antwerp in Belgium (Europe) celebrated with 82 active participants the 10th ...
Centrepoint, Zahid, Sarco-Jeddah, Solid North & Saudi Oger win in Jollibee–FBA event
Jeddah-Jollibee & 29th FBA Basketball Tournament 2010Gared Angio
Jeddah - Basketball fans cheered their favorite teams and players participating in the ongoing 1st Jollibee & 29th FBA Basketball ...
AGHAM PARTY LIST
PROFILES, OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES (AGHAM is the Filipino word for SCIENCE)
In 1965 the Philippines was second only ...
10 May 2010 National Elections Overseas Absentee Voting
Philippine Embassy, The Hague
To our friends in the Filipino Community in the Netherlands,
We would like to inform you ...
Manuel (Manny) Valdehuesa
Manny Valdehuesa was born in Cagayan de Oro, Northern Mindanao, 17 June 1939 and is married to Marita F. Mier ...
Historic Moments in Our History
The Battle of Mactan, APRIL 27, 1521
Jose Sison Luzadas
The best source of the battle is the accounts kept by Pigafetta, who was the chronicler in ...
Seven Last Words 2010
Preparations are underway for “The Seven Last Words”, an annual project of www.anluwage.com since it started in 2005. ...
MEET THE CHAMP, KIMVERLIE MOLINA, LIVE in RIYADH
Concert for a Cause
presents KIMVERLIE MOLINA ....LIVE in RIYADH
and
MEET THE CHAMP....
and the OFFICIAL LAUNCHING: OFFICIAL CONTESTANTS TEAM SAUDI-WCOPA ...
Can a co –owner of a piece of land buy back the share of another co-owner that was already sold to a stranger?
Atty. Ferdie Aguirre
New Column: The Philippine Lawyer
In 1995, Marian went to work in Calgary as a caregiver.
Eventually she got her Canadian ...
Lungkot at Ligaya sa Pista ng San Bartolome
Rene Calalang
Dalawang taon ang pinalipas ni Ato sa Amerika bago siya muling umuwi sa Pilipinas.
Buwan ng Mayo ng siya’y ...
Commentary: Sa Kuko at Pangil ng ‘5-6’
J. Nava Cruz
Huwag na nating tingnan ang “pautang-patong-tubo” o yung popular sa tawag na “5-6” sa aspeto at sinasaad nang Banal ...
Masahe lang, Walang Personalan
J. Nava Cruz
Hindi maipagkakaila na ang massage business ay isa na ngayong pangunahing negosyo hindi lamang sa Pilipinas, Thailand, India, Vietnam bagkus ...
In the eyes of the older generation of Filipinos 'He' was an American Idol!
Jose Sison Luzadas
Let us have a moment in history to review what the Filipinos during the Commonwealth period dominated by Quezon and ...
Golden Reunion – Marcelo H Del Pilar High School (MHPHS)- Class 1960
Erlinda Calalang Zabella
Kababalik ko lang mula sa pagbabakasyon sa Pilipinas. ...
Dear fellow igorots i was looking in the internet where i can contact my fellow igorots here in Melbourne Australia and i found this website so i've been reading them, very inspiring what other igorots doing around the world. Please if you know any igorots here in melbourne Australia let me know because i love to support igorots organization. Igorots are intelligent and brave that's why spanish didn't colonized us and we have to pass the message to the next generation. I am proud because i am igorot. I'm from benguet graduate in optometry in UB.
matagu-tagu tako am-in