About United Filipino Canadian Associations in British Columbia
The United Filipino Canadian Associations in British Columbia was established in 2015 from among over 40 registered British Columbian societies in the Canadian-Filipino community.
It was an offshoot of the previous Pista ng Bayan Society that organized Philippine Independence Day events in Vancouver for years prior under the Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver including the Annual Independence Day Gala and the "Pista ng Bayan" outdoor event.
The creation of the UFCABC highlighted the maturing of the Filipino Community in Vancouver to stand on its own and to be able to deliver these event as truly community driven.
The Purposes of the Society are:
1. To instill a sense of unity, commemoration and cooperation among all Canadians of Filipino descent.
2. To be a unifying and coordinating force in preserving and showcasing the rich culture, heritage, tradition and way of life of the Filipino people and in moving forward a distinct Filipino-Canadian identity in the multicultural fabric of the province of British Columbia.
3. To celebrate the individuality of all established Filipino-Canadian organizations in British Columbia and build upon common interests and goals.
4. To help provide cultural and recreational activities to continuously build up a harmonious relationship among Filipino-Canadians in British Columbia.
5. To spearhead and coordinate all joint socio-cultural activities of Filipino-Canadian organizations including fund raising endeavors.
6. To conduct community forums, meetings and discussions on vital local, national and international issues that affect the Filipino-Canadians in British Columbia.
7. To work toward the building of a common place where Filipinos can gather, socialize, share ideas and discuss issues beneficial for their future being.
8. To assist citizens of the Philippines through registered charitable organizations in times of distress and emergencies.
9. To cooperate with international and intercultural groups to advance the concept of multiculturalism.
Locations
Primary Office Location
#306 - 1453 Kingsway Avenue Vancouver Canada V5N 2R6
