The Filipino community and Edmonton at large recently celebrated the vibrant two-day festival, Sama-sama Kultura: Exploring Filipino Heritage, Together!, which took place on September 27th and 28th at the Strathcona Community League. Presented by the Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC), the event was a Host Celebration Site for Alberta Culture Days. More than just a festival, Sama-sama—meaning "together"—was a truly collaborative celebration that successfully invi

Edmonton welcomed an OPM (Original Pilipino Music) idol in an intimate gathering last October 14. on a spectacular evening that will be etched into the hearts of its Filipino community forever. Rachel Alejandro, the multi-talented Filipino singer, actress, and entrepreneur, graced the stage at the Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC) in what was her debut in Edmonton and the first concert by a major artist in EPIC. The show was produced and organized by Edina Banna

Early this month, the Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC) held a Bayanihan Day for the refurbishment of the facility. Bayanihan is referred to as the spirit of communal unity, work and cooperation to achieve a particular goal. About 40 people showed up - bringing food, beverages, tools and supplies, and sharing their time and energy in revamping the old Celtic Hall to a truly Filipino centre. Some came out of curiosity, to learn and understand the collective visio