DRexeL Strategic Management Consultant

05/08/2026

Please join us and be honoured to welcome Tessam Castillo of the Paghilom Program, a healing-centered initiative supporting families affected by extrajudicial killings through psychosocial support, storytelling, and solidarity. The program is led by Fr. Flavie Villanueva, Ramon Magsaysay Awardee.

📅 May 16, 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Action Dignity 915 – 33 St NE, Calgary, AB

In collaboration with UPAA Edmonton, Filipinos Rising, and UPAAA Calgary. Let us come together to listen, learn, reflect, and stand for justice and human dignity. ❤️
Please register here: Silenced Lives Event page in Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../silenced-lives-raising...

🕯️ SILENCED LIVES: Raising Awareness on Extrajudicial Killings 🕊️

Inaanyayahan namin kayo sa isang mahalagang community conversation tungkol sa realities and impacts of extrajudicial killings, at kung paano tayo makakatulong sa paghilom, pag-unawa, at pagtataguyod ng human dignity.

We are honoured to welcome Tessam Castillo of the Paghilom Program, a healing-centered initiative supporting families affected by extrajudicial killings through psychosocial support, storytelling, and solidarity. The program is led by Fr. Flavie Villanueva, Ramon Magsaysay Awardee.

📅 May 16, 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Action Dignity
915 – 33 St NE, Calgary, AB

In collaboration with UPAA Edmonton, Filipinos Rising, and UPAAA Calgary.

Let us come together to listen, learn, reflect, and stand for justice and human dignity. ❤️

Please register here: Silenced Lives Event page in Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/silenced-lives-raising-awareness-on-extrajudicial-killings-tickets-1988132987284?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/02/2026

📢 FREE Seniors Workshop (55+)

Join us for an informative session on Wills and Testaments and learn how to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones.

🗓 May 9
⏰ 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Prospect Building, 915 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T2
👉 Please use the side entrance

👨‍⚖️ Facilitated by Mr. Oscar Buera, Jr. , Notary Public

✔️ Understand why a will is important
✔️ Learn the process and key steps
✔️ Get your questions answered

🎟 FREE | Open to anyone 55 years old +
📌 Limited spots available!

👉 Register here or scan the QR code: https://forms.gle/QMYYzpdytaEMz6977

04/29/2026

Filipinos Rising 🇵🇭 is at FascinAsian Film Festival!

On ✨️May 3, Sunday, 11am-1pm, we are co-hosting the panel discussion after the 🎬 Outsiderness film by director Carlo Alcos.
Only $15 per ticket with buy one get one with promo code: FRIENDS 🎉🎉
Tara na!!
If cost is a concern, please reach out - we're happy to support 🥰

Filipinos Rising 🇵🇭 is at FascinAsian Film Festival!

On ✨️May 3, Sunday, 11am-1pm, we are co-hosting the panel discussion after the 🎬 Outsiderness film by director Carlo Alcos.

Only $15 per ticket with buy one get one with promo code: FRIENDS 🎉🎉

Tara na!!

If cost is a concern, please reach out - we're happy to support 🥰

04/24/2026

Strong Leadership & Governance are the foundation of successful organizations and thriving communities.

Leadership sets the vision, but governance ensures accountability, transparency, and responsible decision-making. When both work together, trust is built, resources are protected, and long-term impact becomes possible.

Whether in community organizations, nonprofits, or businesses, investing in good governance strengthens credibility and sustainability for future generations.

Let us continue to lead with integrity, serve with purpose, and govern with responsibility.

02/19/2026

UFEA, in partnership with Jane Orac, is hosting an informative tax & bookkeeping workshop to answer all your tax filing questions just in time for the tax season!

Get your complimentary passes now by clicking below.

Learn practical bookkeeping and tax strategies, workflows & tools in this free live workshop for entrepreneurs ready to streamline and grow.

02/10/2026

Hello , please feel free to join and click the link below. Thank you!

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Learn practical bookkeeping and tax strategies, workflows & tools in this free live workshop for entrepreneurs ready to streamline and grow.

02/05/2026

Please invite your parent and grandparent, 55 plus, for FREE Seniors’ Mental Health workshop.

🌿👵👴 Mga Ka-Senior, Tara Na! 💛

Inaanyayahan po namin ang mga older adults age 55 pataas na sumali sa aming workshop:

🧠✨ Seniors’ Mental Health Workshop: Nourish to Flourish While Aging

Learn simple ways to care for your mental health, paano mag-manage ng stress, at alamin ang community supports and resources habang patuloy tayong nagiging connected sa isa’t isa.

🎤 Resource Person:
Ms. Nora S. Duska, Registered Social Worker
Specialized in Trauma-Informed Care | Empowering individuals and families towards mental wellness

📅 February 7
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (check-in at 1:30 PM)
📍 Prospect Building, 915 33 Street NE, Calgary (please use the side door)

Libre po ito at bukas sa lahat ng seniors na gustong matuto, makakilala ng bagong kaibigan, at magkaroon ng supportive community. 🤝💚

📩 RSVP / Register:
📱 403-860-0907
📧 [email protected]

Pwede rin po ninyo i-share ito sa kakilala ninyong seniors na baka nakakaranas ng loneliness o gustong magkaroon ng bagong support network. 💕

Light snacks will be served.

01/22/2026

🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟

Calling all 55 years old and above! Join us for the launch of the New Horizons for Seniors Program, featuring EMPOWER SENIORS: Empowering Older Adults for Inclusion, Belonging, Wellbeing, and Leadership.
Led by Centre for Newcomers in collaboration with Filipinos Rising for Inclusion and Equity to Nurture Democracy (FRIENDS) and funded by Employment and Social Development Canada, this initiative brings communities together to address social isolation among older adults and strengthen connection, purpose, and belonging.

✨ At the launch, you’ll get a first look at the experiences, learning opportunities, and community activities being developed to support seniors’ wellbeing and leadership—shaped by and for our communities.

📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 CFN Auditorium, Calgary
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/KawQbrbXDLwDFTqH6

Be part of the conversation, meet community members, and help shape what comes next for our seniors. 💙

🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟

Calling all 55 years old and above! Join us for the launch of the New Horizons for Seniors Program, featuring EMPOWER SENIORS: Empowering Older Adults for Inclusion, Belonging, Wellbeing, and Leadership.

Brought to you by Filipinos Rising for Inclusion and Equity to Nurture Democracy (FRIENDS) and funded by Employment and Social Development Canada, this initiative brings communities together to address social isolation among older adults and strengthen connection, purpose, and belonging.

✨ At the launch, you’ll get a first look at the experiences, learning opportunities, and community activities being developed to support seniors’ wellbeing and leadership—shaped by and for our communities.

📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 CFN Auditorium, Calgary

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/KawQbrbXDLwDFTqH6
Be part of the conversation, meet community members, and help shape what comes next for our seniors. 💙