Our energetic UPAAE runners joined the Servus Marathon held on August 17, 2019 in Downtown, Edmonton. They were cheered on by fellow members and families. Congratulations to everyone who participated!
UPAAE AWARD GROUP PHOTO OP at the ALBERTA LEGISLATURE GROUNDS on Sept 22 Sunday!
YOU CAN'T MISS THIS! UPAAE AWARD GROUP PHOTO SHOOT Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 2:30 PM SHARP Alberta Legislature Grounds (Meet-up at the main bldg steps) Pick-up your Commemorative Shirt on this date! If you did not order, that's fine! Just wear a WHITE top! Wear black or dark blue pants! In case of … Continue reading UPAAE AWARD GROUP PHOTO OP at the ALBERTA LEGISLATURE GROUNDS on Sept 22 Sunday!
Philippine Arts Council partners with UPAA Edmonton and other orgs for Alberta Culture Days: Kalinangan (September 28)
An Official Alberta Culture Days Celebration Host Site Kalinangan, in its many variance of use, is the Tagalog word for culture, way of life, or cultivation of learning. Kalinangan features a series of workshops that would provide first-hand experience on Philippine dance, music, language, martial arts, literature, crafts and cuisine. Activities: Workshop: Creating a Filipino … Continue reading Philippine Arts Council partners with UPAA Edmonton and other orgs for Alberta Culture Days: Kalinangan (September 28)
UPAA Edmonton is this year’s UPAA Distinguished Service Awardee for an Alumni Chapter
GREAT NEWS, UPAAE! We are proud to announce that the UP Alumni Association has confirmed UPAA Edmonton as the recipient of the prestigious UPAA Distinguished Service Award for an Alumni Chapter for 2019. The UPAA awards are conferred on alumni who have demonstrated in their chosen fields of endeavor exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions that bring about substantial benefits … Continue reading UPAA Edmonton is this year’s UPAA Distinguished Service Awardee for an Alumni Chapter
SAVE THE DATE: UPAAE Summer Picnic – August 24, 2019, 9:30 AM at Gold Bar Park Site#1!
Namiss niyo ba UPAAE Bonfire last time? That's OK - dahil heto na ang inaabangang email for the upcoming UPAAE SUMMER PICNIC! Mark your calendars! UPAAE SUMMER PICNIC 2019 August 24, 2019 (Saturday), 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Gold Bar Park Site # 1 (same as last year) - see attached photos for … Continue reading SAVE THE DATE: UPAAE Summer Picnic – August 24, 2019, 9:30 AM at Gold Bar Park Site#1!
UPAAE Bonfire! After-Fiesta Celebration
June 29, 2019 - After weeks of hard work and showcase of creativity, UPAA Edmonton held its first-ever bonfire to celebrate and thank its members and volunteers for a job well done in the recently held Filipino Drives Edmonton Filipino Fiesta.
UPAAE – PLACE carries on!
In 2018, the University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Edmonton launched its grant program called UPAAE PLACE (Professional, Leadership, and Continuing Education Program). We value projects that: (1) improve the quality of life of the underserved, (2)encourage community-building, collaboration and cooperation, (3) raise the level of social awareness and sense of responsibility for the … Continue reading UPAAE – PLACE carries on!
UPAAE hosts the Edmonton Filipino Fiesta Family Zone for the fourth time
Who doesn't love fiestas? UPAA Edmonton is proud to have hosted for the fourth time the Family Zone of the Filipino Drives Edmonton Filipino Fiesta. Thanks to the Fiesta organizers, Philippine Edmonton Events and Arts Society (PHIDEAS) for this annual opportunity. We are also grateful for the volunteer assistance of the Beta Sigma Fraternity Alumni Association … Continue reading UPAAE hosts the Edmonton Filipino Fiesta Family Zone for the fourth time
UPAAE bagged the BEST PARADE CONTINGENT award at the Fourth Edmonton Filipino Fiesta!
UPAAE bagged the BEST PARADE CONTINGENT award at the Fourth Edmonton Filipino Fiesta! UPAA Edmonton members, families, friends, and program participants marched with pride as the organization showed its strength and creativity through dancing Higantes figures portraying the Filipino family, colorful carabao heads highlighting three Filipino festivals - the Sinulog, the Panagbenga and the Pintados festivals, … Continue reading UPAAE bagged the BEST PARADE CONTINGENT award at the Fourth Edmonton Filipino Fiesta!
Philippine Heritage Month Kick-Off
UPAA Edmonton participated in the Philippine Heritage Month Kick-off held at the Kingsway Mall on June 1, 2019. Organized by the Philippine Arts Council, it was a showcase of Pinoy pride with several Filipino organizations and individuals joining in the celebration through exhibits, cultural presentations, and of course, food! The UPAAE offered a walkthrough of … Continue reading Philippine Heritage Month Kick-Off
