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The Filipino community in Surrey continues to grow, bringing with it a vibrant culture rooted in strong values that have stood the test of time....

British Columbia is home to one of the fastest-growing Filipino communities in Canada. In Surrey, this vibrant and hardworking population continues to shape the city’s...

The Filipino-Canadian community in Surrey continues to grow, bringing with it rich traditions, strong family values, and a deep sense of community. While many Filipino-Canadians...

As we enter 2026, the Filipino community in Surrey continues to grow in strength, diversity, and influence. From new immigrants finding their footing, to second-generation...

Christmas has always held a special place in the Filipino heart. It’s a season filled with family, faith, generosity, food, music, and a unique joy...

By the Surrey Filipino Canadian Society of BCHonoring Our Loved Ones, Preserving Our Heritage Every year on November 1 and 2, Filipinos come together to...

In the heart of Filipino tradition lies a beautiful, respectful, and deeply symbolic practice known as pamamanhikan—a formal visit by the groom and his family...

In Filipino culture, the spirit of “Bayanihan” is more than just a word—it is a way of life. Traditionally, it referred to neighbors coming together...

August is a special time for Filipinos worldwide as we celebrate Buwan ng Wika — a month dedicated to honoring the Filipino language and culture....

Filipino culture is rich in traditions that highlight deep respect, strong family ties, and genuine hospitality. For Filipinos living in Canada or Canadians engaging with...

Every June 12, Filipinos around the world pause to celebrate Araw ng Kalayaan — Philippine Independence Day. More than just a holiday, it’s a moment...

Every April, Filipinos around the world celebrate the Lapu-Lapu Festival—a vibrant tribute to the bravery of Datu Lapu-Lapu, the first Filipino hero who resisted foreign...

Holy Week, or Semana Santa, is one of the most important and solemn religious observances in the Philippines. The entire nation comes together to reflect...

March is Women’s Month, a time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Filipinas who have played significant roles in shaping the country’s history. From revolutionaries...

The Kundiman is more than just a song—it is a heartfelt expression of love, longing, and patriotism deeply rooted in Filipino culture. This traditional genre...

Sungka is a traditional Filipino game that has been played for generations, yet it is largely obscure nowadays. This social media blog seeks to uncover...

In the Christian church, Holy Week is celebrated with extra seriousness as a period of devotion to Jesus Christ’s Passion. The Great Week is known...

The PAMAMANHIKAN tradition, which emphasizes LOVE, RESPECT, UNITY, and FAMILY, is one of the Filipino customs that I most admire. Let’s take a closer look...

Pasalubong and balikbayan boxes signify the affection and connection between relatives and friends. Even if you are not an overseas Filipino, you can participate in...

When the cool December breeze starts to whisper through the streets of the Philippines, a sense of anticipation fills the air. It’s the time for...

Respecting elders is a tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation in the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries. Many Filipinos hold...

Mark your calendars for World Food Day, an international campaign to raise awareness of the importance of sustainable food systems and the global fight against...

The Spanish colonial period’s influence sparked a fascination among Filipinos with terno. A design such as the baro was greatly influenced by the costume worn...

The pharaohs of ancient Egypt are where zoos first appeared in history. Of course, the intention was different. Back ago, it was either done out...

Folk dances have been passed down through generations and are tied by tradition. Folk dancing is a collection of numerous dances rather than a single...

On June 12, the Philippines will celebrate its Independence Day once more. The Philippines, a nation of over 7,000 separate islands in the western Pacific,...

Are you curious about the traditional dating norms in the Philippines? Like in many Asian nations, a young couple’s relationship is seen as a family...

Arnis/Eskrima/Kali, the most well-known Filipino fighting styles, are referred to as Filipino Martial Arts (FMA). These defence systems are a result of our fundamental need...

Every year on March 17, a celebration is known as Saint Patrick’s Day. The celebration of everything Irish, including St. Patrick’s Day cuisine, is recognized...

On the third Monday in February, Canada commemorates Family Day. The day was established in the Canadian province of Alberta in 1990 to foster bonds...

Millions of Filipinos congregate in Manila on January 9 for the Black Nazarene procession, or Poong itim na Nazareno, according to press accounts that put...

Some figures, events, and names stand out from others in every country and period. Nations have always celebrated and remembered specific authors, artists, activists, and...

Difference between All Souls Day and All Saints Day and the reason it is celebrated. The secular celebration of Halloween is well-known to all. But...

Fiestas are fundamental to Filipino culture. Every city and barrio celebrate at least one local festival of their own, often on the feast day of...

Welcome to Labour Day, a celebration that has become so ingrained in Canadian culture that few people stop to think about its real significance. Why...

National Heroes Day The annual National Heroes Day, also known as “Araw Ng Mga Bayani”, honours all Filipino heroes who have fought and given their...

Canada Day, like the 4th of July in the United States of America, is one of the proudest celebrations in Canada for residents. Visitors can...

Diversity and inclusivity are essential Canadian ideals, so there are many commemoration holidays for various groups of people throughout the year. These gatherings are not,...

Any idea what is the special occasion that is being celebrated every second Sunday of May almost throughout the world? It’s Mother’s Day, a holiday...

When we think of Spring we tend to think of the season and it conjures feelings of rebirth, renewal, rejuvenation, and regrowth. The Spring Season...

For everyone, March is just an ordinary month, with no significant events to celebrate. In the Philipines, March means summer is just around the corner....

Valentine’s Day, also known as St. Valentine’s Day named after the Saint Valentine. It is a day when loved ones express their fondness with warm...

Chinese New Year is the Chinese celebration that celebrates the start of the new year on the traditional Chinese Calendar also known as the Lunar...

Mention Andres Bonifacio and many Filipinos will tell you that he is the first President of the Philippines, but some 2nd and 3rd generation Filipino Canadian Children...

Every year on the 11th day of the eleventh month we gather in memorial parks, community halls, workplaces, and schools to stand in honor of...

“Halloween” as it is known by most had originated from All saints day which is a Christian Holiday where we honor the spirits of those...

Thanksgiving is a very special time of the year, it is when we all give thanks to because of what we have in our lives...

The 5th of October is celebrated around the world as Teachers Day, including in Canada and the Philippines. On this day, we applaud our teachers...

Every year, Filipinos around the world mark their calendar, September 1 as the beginning of the countdown to Christmas. This countdown, which spans from September...

The Surrey Filipino Canadian Society of BC continues to extend a hand for the second year in 2021 to help our fellow Filipinos (kababayans) in...

October is here, and we can already feel the chill of the autumn breeze. Looking around, we start to see leaves falling from their branches...

The “Bayanihan Spirit” is a Filipino trait that has been ingrained in our culture for the longest time. Ever since we were kids, it has...

Ted Kuhn Towers provides supportive housing to low-income individuals facing multiple barriers and are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. The Surrey Filipino Society of BC...

Several Members of the SFCSBC and their families joined MP Randeep Sarai on September 8th in the Community Clean-up Challenge at Brownsville Bar Park. Seems...