3 September 2024 – In celebration of 75 years of enduring Philippines-Canada bilateral relations, the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary proudly unveils a significant literary endeavor: the e-book "Filipinos in Alberta." Edited by the Consulate General in collaboration with Dr. Glenda Tibe Bonifacio, Dean of Social Sciences at Lakehead University, this compilation of essays is an attempt to chronicle the Filipino migration narrative within Alberta, Canada. Spanning from the 1960s to the present day, the e-book intertwines academic discourse with personal accounts, offering profound insights into the Filipino experience in Alberta. This publication not only aims to enrich scholarly understanding but also serves as a crucial contribution to the broader migration story of Filipinos across Canada.
The e-book is currently available for download at the website of the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary at bit.ly/FilipinosAB. Everyone is welcome to share this book.