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Many thanks to Felly Farinas for sending in these photo highlight of the celebration of Philippine Independence Day at the Parish of St. Mary the Virgin, South Hill in southeast Vancouver on Sunday, June 11. A substantial portion of the congregation are Filipino, and even though they are far from their country of origin they enjoy celebrating, remembering, and sharing with others Philippine’s history, culture, heritage and the story of independence gained by the courage and dedication of their forebears.

The Philippine Declaration of Independence was proclaimed by Filipino revolutionary forces led by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo on June 12, 1898. It asserted the sovereignty and independence of the Philippine Islands from over 300 years of colonial rule from Spain.

The event also marks the celebration of the month of June, which is now known as Filipino Heritage Month in Canada.

'Mabuhay' Philippines!

(Article prepared with files from Felly Farinas

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  • Philippine’s Flag and related items
  • The Filipino congregation.
  • Members of the parish in traditional dress
  • Felly and friends showing off their Philippine Flag inspired jackets. 

Photos: Courtesy of Expedito Farinas 

Kingsway
St. Mary the Virgin