May 31, 2017

Fredericton, New Brunswick

The Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of New Brunswick (FCNB) Inc. thanks the following funders and sponsors for the financial support, partners for organization and promotional support, and for FCNB invited performing artists, FCNB members and volunteers.

Funders: Post-Secondary Education, Training & Labour; Tourism, Heritage & Culture, City of Fredericton & Fredericton Playhouse

Platinum Sponsors: Jim Gilberts, CJRI FM & Pinoys Point

Gold Sponsors: Josie Livingstone (Realtor), Fancy Pokket, Outreach Productions, Thai Manao & Crowne Plaza, Acorn Restaurant

Bronze Sponsors: Snooty Fox, Mandarin Palace, Mama’s Brew Pub, Spicer Cole, Burger King, RBC & Tim Hortons

Partners: New Brunswick Multicultural Council (NBMC) Inc., Asian Heritage Society (AHSNB) Inc., and Multicultural Association of Fredericton (MCAF) Inc.

Thanks to all our  special guest performers, FCNB members, coordinators, props, and volunteers for dedication and continuous commitment to CommUNITY activities.

April 1, 2017

PRESS RELEASE: 2nd Annual Filipino Cultural Gala - “Let’s Explore the Philippines Today and Tomorrow”

Fredericton, NB - The Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB (FCNB) Inc. is hosting the 2^nd Annual Filipino Cultural Gala “Let’s Explore the Philippines Today and Tomorrow” on June 10^th from 6:30PM to 8:30PM, at the Fredericton Playhouse. It will showcase different aspects of the Filipino culture through fashion, storytelling, dance (traditional and contemporary) and music. The general public will have the opportunity to enjoy and learn about the Philippines, specifically the style of Filipino-Canadian performing arts. The performance will take the audience on a journey through different eras of Filipino history. The audience will have the unique experience of discovering the individual island cultures and the joyful spirit of Filipinos.

The 2^nd Annual Filipino Cultural GALA is geared towards strengthening the local community artistically, culturally and economically through an annual night of lively cultural performances. This event aims to gain wider community support for the large immigrant population of Fredericton and to create an opportunity for involvement and social integration of newcomers.

Dignitaries: His Worship Mike O’Brien (Mayor of Fredericton)
The Honourable Stephen Horsman (Deputy Premier) 
The Honourable Matt DeCourcey (Fredericton MP)

Funders: Post-Secondary Education, Training & Labour; Tourism, Heritage & Culture, City of Fredericton & Fredericton Playhouse

Platinum Sponsors: Jim Gilberts, CJRI FM, & Pinoys Point

Gold Sponsors: Josie Livingstone (Realtor), Fancy Pokket, Outreach Productions, Thai Manao & Crowne Plaza, Acorn Restaurant

Bronze Sponsors: : Snooty Fox, Mandarin Palace, Mama’s Brew Pub, Spicer Cole, Burger King, RBC & Tim Hortons

Tickets available at The Fredericton Playhouse box. by phone 506.458.8344 or visit theplayhouse.ca. or CONTACT he following:

Fredericton Area:
- FCNB office located at 28 Saunders Street
- Tony's Music Box LTD 396 Queen St, Fredericton.
- Call Gina at (506) 471-6380

Shediac Area: Call Christian (Macki) Makiling at (506) 531-6698

St. George Area: Call Elena/Myraflor at (506) 227-5625

FEATURED ARTISTS:

Nadia Moore
­ - Lead female vocals for “Hotdog” (Philippines); the group toured the US in 2002 and Canadian in 2004
­ - 5 years signing engagement with the Royal Family of Brunei
­ - 2009 & 2010 NSCC College Idol (2nd place winner)

Leander Mendoza
- Philippine born tenor
- Best Actor, Miss Saigon (as The Engineer) and Evita (as Che)­

Becka deHaan
­ - Recipient of East Coast Music Award for Gospel Recording of the year (2014)
­ - iFactor winner 2009
­ - Lead female vocalist of Fredericton’s showband, Vinyl2Bits
­ - Performed at the Senate for National Child's Day
­ - Release to albums, “Wait for the Wind” (2010) & “Long Awaited Unexpected” (2012)
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Abby LLego
­ - Multi-talented Filipino singer and songwriter
­ - 1st Prize at the Youth Talent Competition (2009)

FCNB Fredericton Chapter
­ - NB public cultural performances since 2005
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FCNB Carleton County Chapter
­ - NB public cultural performances since 2012

To learn more about this event, please contact: Roland Moreno, Director, Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB (FCNB) Inc.
The Cultural Centre, 28 Saunders Street, Fredericton, NB (506) 470-7203  | www.fcnb.org

Thanks for your continuous support!!

Visit us our Facebook page for more details of the event:

July 4, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: FCNB 12th Annual CommUNITY Christmas Party


Fredericton - The Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of New Brunswick (FCNB) will be celebrating our 12th Annual CommUNITY Christmas Party. We are inviting everyone to celebrate the Filipino Christmas tradition on December 17th, Saturday at 6:00 PM at Willie O’Ree Place, 605 Cliffe St., Fredericton.

The annual event celebrates the season and experiences the Filipino Christmas tradition, commemorate the accomplishment of the FCNB and provide an opportunity to meet everyone. This year, we have welcomed significant numbers of newcomers under the NB PNP program and we are quite excited to introduce them to everyone.

This is a potluck gathering and we are encouraging everyone to bring a special dish, dessert and non alcoholic beverage to share with everyone.  This year, we have exciting games, Christmas carols and will enjoy special presentation from surprised guest.  We have also prepared a number of activities for adults (exchange gift - $10.00 min, $15.00 max) and made an arrangements for Santa Claus to drop by and distribute gifts ($15.00 max) to your little ones.

Registration will be collected at the door for $ 5:00 for Individual and $ 10.00 for Family to cover for related expenses (party venue, technical equipment rental, decorations and cutleries).

Please RSVP at   on or before December 12, 2013 to make sure that the necessary logistics are in place.

For more information, visit our website at Facebook: Filipino CommUNITY of New Brunswick (FCNB)

July 4, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: FCNB 10th Annual CommUNITY Family Fun Day

Fredericton – The Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB (FCNB) Inc. is hosting the 10th Annual CommUNITY Family Fun Day on August 6, 2016, 12:00 – 7:00 PM at the Potato Research Center Picnic area. This is an annual event celebrating the accomplishments of the community, demonstrating the importance of family activities, and providing an opportunity to meet and greet everyone.

We will be roasting and serve the “lechon” (Filipino pig roast) on site in appreciation to everyone’s continued commitment to the organization’s activities this year. This is also a potluck picnic and we are encouraging everybody to bring a special dish, dessert and non-alcoholic beverages to share with everyone. This year, we have prepared family activities, games and water activities (slip‘n slide) for all, so bring sun screen lotion and extra clothes (bathing suits, towel, etc.) and share a family fun day with us. For more information, visit us at http://www.fcnb.org.

Directions from Kings Place to the Picnic Area:
1. Head southeast on King St toward Wilmot Alley (0.4 km)
2. Turn Right at Regent St (0.1 km)
3. Turn left at Brunswick St (0.6 km)
4. Turn right at Waterloo Row (2.0 km)
5. Continue on Lincoln Rd (2.3 km), watch out for signs
Destination will be on your right (Driving Time: 5-7 min)

July 4, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: FCNB 2nd Multicultural Sportsfest

Fredericton – The Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB (FCNB) Inc. is hosting the “2nd Multicultural Sportsfest” on July 9 & 16 from 9:00AM – 5:00PM, at the Nashwaksis Field House, Fredericton, NB. This is the first event of its kind as it aims to create an environment where various multicultural groups with opportunities for more interaction, collaboration, and create a bond between cultures. This will offer participating communities with creative ways to be able to interchange culture and ideas with one another during the event and for future activities.

FCNB has partnered with the Multicultural Association of Fredericton (MCAF) to coordinate the event. The following multicultural organizations are participating on the sportsfest.

• Bhutanese-Nepali Association of NB
• Bangladesh Community
• Chinese Cultural Association of NB
• Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB
• Filipino-Canadian CommUNITY of NB – Carleton County Chapter
• Indo-Canadian Association
• Multicultural Association of NB
• New Brunswick African Association

More Information:
Venue: Nashwaksis Fieldhouse, 324 Fulton Ave
Parade/Opening Ceremony: Sat. July 9 @ 9:30AM

Dignitary Speakers:
- Hon. Matt DeCourcey (MP Fredericton)
- Hon. Stephen Horsman (NB Deputy Premier)
- Hon. Brian McDonald (MLA Fredericton West-Hanwell)
- Hon. Mike O’Brien (Fredericton Mayor)
- Alex Leblanc (NBMC Executive Director)
- Saa Andrew Gbongbor  (MCAF)