18 March 2023, Montreal – The Philippine Embassy, represented by Vice Consul Leo Vidal, joined the Filipino Community in Montreal in honoring and celebrating the achievements of outstanding Filipinos and organizations who have made a mark in Canada and contributed to the uplifting of Filipino pride in the country.

The event was organized by the Filipino Heritage Society of Montreal, led by its Chair, Mr. Alfonso Abdon. Among the honorees was Councillor Stephanie Valenzuela, the very first Filipino-Canadian to be elected to the Montreal City Council. /END