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AMBASSADOR AUSTRIA MOVES TO DEEPEN PHILIPPINES-QUEBEC RELATIONS IN A MUCH-AWAITED VISIT TO THE PROVINCIAL CAPITAL

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Amb. Austria poses with Minister of International Affairs and La Francophonie Martine Biron (left photo)  and with  Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food  André Lamontagne (right photo)

Amb. Austria pays a courtesy call on Mme Nathalie Roy, President of the National Assembly (left photo) and The Honourable Manon Jeannotte,Lieutenant Governor of Quebec  (right photo)

Ambassador Austria meets with Quebec City Substitute Mayor Catherine Vallières-Rolland  (left photo) and officials of Universite Laval (right photo)

22 April 2025,  Quebec City --  Her Excellency Maria Andrelita S. Austria, Ambassador of the Philippines to Canada, undertook an official visit to Quebec City from 21 to 23 April 2025. The visit underscored the Philippines’ commitment to deepening bilateral relations with the Province of Quebec, particularly in the areas of political engagement, economic exchange, and community development.

During her visit, Ambassador Austria paid courtesy calls on high-ranking provincial and municipal officials, including The Honourable Manon Jeannotte, Lieutenant Governor of Quebec; Madame Nathalie Roy, President of the National Assembly; Madame Martine Biron, Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie; Mr. André Lamontagne, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food; and Madame Catherine Vallières-Rolland, Councillor and Substitute Mayor of Quebec City.

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PHILIPPINE EMBASSY HOLDS TOWNHALL MEETING AND OVERSEAS VOTING FORUM WITH THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY IN QUEBEC CITY

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Philippine Ambassador to Canada, H.E. Maria Andrelita S. Austria engaged with the Filipino community in Quebec City

22 April 2025, Ottawa — The Philippine Embassy in Ottawa, led by Ambassador Maria Andrelita S. Austria, conducted a town hall meeting and an overseas voting forum with the Filipino community in Quebec City on Monday, 21 April 2025 at Delta Hotels Quebec.

Philippine Ambassador to Canada, H.E. Maria Andrelita S. Austria during a fruitful discussion with the Filipino community in Quebec City

The event served as a platform for direct engagement with the Filipino community and to raise awareness on the importance of active participation in both Philippine and Canadian democratic processes. Ambassador Austria emphasized the crucial role of the Filipino diaspora in shaping the future of the Philippines and their host country through wise voting. Ambassador Austria underscored the value of electing leaders who will work to advance issues critical to overseas Filipinos, particularly the recognition of Filipino credentials in Canada.

“In both Philippine and Canadian elections, we must choose leaders who will advocate for our community”, Ambassador Austria said. “Whether you’re voting in the Philippines or here in Canada, your voice matters. “We must also encourage our families back home to vote for candidates who genuinely care for the people and who will work to uplift the pride and dignity of every Filipino. We need leaders who will uplift the Filipino name, both at home and abroad, and who will champion fair treatment and opportunities for our community.”

Deputy Head of Mission Myca Magnolia M. Fischer briefed the community on the overseas internet voting process

Highlighting the 2025 Philippine national elections, Deputy Head of Mission, Myca Magnolia M. Fischer, briefed the community on the overseas internet voting process. She stressed the need for pre-enrollment and walked attendees through the step-by-step procedures, urged all registered voters to complete their enrollment as early as possible to ensure their participation in the upcoming elections, and take advantage of the convenience of overseas internet voting.

Active registered voters who attended the event were also assisted on on-site enrollment, received guidance on overseas voting-related matters, and other consular concerns.

Group photo with the several members of the Filipino community in Quebec City

The Embassy's visit is part of a broader effort to engage Filipino communities across Canada, update them on the first ever overseas internet voting, and to raise awareness about the importance of political participation — both in the Philippines and in Canada. END

STATEMENT ON THE INCIDENT AT THE VANCOUVER LAPU-LAPU DAY BLOCK PARTY

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