RISEC's Community Foundation The Northern Compass with Marietta Pangan

05/21/2025

04/04/2025

Part 2. DIY Emergency GO BAG! Start your simple DIY, EMERGENCY GO BAG today!

The EMERGENCY GO BAG must contain basic essential supplies for a few days. It will help give you peace of mind, knowing you have the necessary tools to stay safe and secure during any emergency.
📌Food & Medicines
📌 Toiletries
📌 Emergency Tools
📌Cash & Important Documents
~Pray unceasingly, be alert, focus and prepared- Marietta

04/03/2025

Are you prepared for the unexpected? Don't wait until it's too late! Investing in emergency preparedness is a crucial step in ensuring the your safety and well-being of your family.
The EMERGENCY GO BAG must have basic essential supplies for few days.The EMERGENCY GO BAG will help give you the peace of mind, knowing that you have the necessary tools to stay safe and secure during any emergency situation.
Start your simple DIY, EMERGENCY GO BAG today!
~Pray unceasingly, be alert, focus and prepared- Marietta

08/22/2024

#2019 People's Choice - Ethnic Food Kiosk- Philippines
#2022 People's Choice- Cultural Pavilion- Philippines

ACT NOW and HURRY! This is your last chance to vote! Voting ends at midnight tonight! GlobalFest Calgary
Don’t miss the opportunity to have your say in The People’s Choice Best of Fest 2024! The People’s choice best of fest 2024!!!
Vote here: https://globalfest.ca/vote-now/
Vote for your favourite:
- food booth/ truck
- Cultural pavilion
- Pyromusical display
By voting, you could win one of the fantastic prize packs:
For a chance to win :
- Four VIP passes to GlobalFest 2025
- Four premiere passes to GlobalFest 2025
- Four Globalpasses to GlobalFest 2025

Send a message to learn more

08/15/2024

If you missed these performances during Calgary Stampede, hurry today to Alberta's Most Explosive Festival- Globalfest 2024, featuring "The Americas" GlobalFest Calgary. from August 15 to 24, 2024. Tickets, which are in high demand, are available for a limited time, so secure yours by clicking the link https://globalfest.ca/tickets-info/

The Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta will showcase a variety of traditional songs and dances from the LUZON, VISAYAS, and MINDANAO islands. These performances, by our very own local FILCAN cultural performers, will be a highlight at Globalfest, Alberta's Most Explosive Festival. GlobalFest Calgary
Allysha Nolasco
Rucell Vuloso
Diamond Seniors Rondalla
Edward's Factory
Heartful Music Box
Lakambini Dance Troupe
M2ZActiveDanceClub
Sampaguita Lady Dancers
The Sparkles
Prepare for a unique cultural journey through the Philippines, immersing yourself in its traditions, heritage, and culture. Enjoy immersing yourself in the diverse and vibrant over two dozen cultural pavilions and the Philippine Pavilion, featuring a wide array of cultural and merchandise displays at Elliston Park.

https://youtu.be/3QZ2Heww8hE

The Northern Compass with Marietta Pangan, RISEC Community FoundationWe had a fantastic time covering the Calgary Stampede and showing support for the Filipi...

08/09/2024

This weekend, we're excited about our city's amazing, diverse, and multi-cultural celebrations! Join us for a fantastic weekend with artistic performances, scrumptious food, lively music, and entertaining events. Here's a quick rundown of the events:
- August 9-10, 11 am at Olympic Plaza: Franco Festival (Franco Discotheque).
- August 10-11, 10 am at North Glenmore Olympic Park: PanAsia Festival in partnership with Globalfest.
- August 11, 12 pm at Prairie Winds Park: Calgary Summer Festival.
Thank you for including the Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta in these fantastic celebrations! The Summer Festival will be held at Prairie Winds Park.

We are grateful for the participation of the Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta in these celebrations. Thank you for being a part of this cultural extravaganza!

08/01/2024

Join us on August 4th for Heritage Night at Gridiron Gardens beside McMahon Stadium. From 3 - 5 PM, you can visit our FREE Heritage Night Market, featuring multicultural performances, art, and cultural items. Check out the map here: https://g.co/kgs/RYDxx5m.
RISEC Community Foundation is thrilled to collaborate with the Calgary Stampeders and has the support of Kidsplayfoundation—Calgary and the Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta. Together, we will showcase the cultures of the Philippines, Kenya, and Nigeria.
Afterward, at 5 PM, head to Calgary McMahon Stadium to watch the Calgary Stampeders take on the Toronto Argos! The Stampeders have an outstanding ticket deal for this special event starting at $14 (+ taxes). Secure your tickets at STAMPEDERSGROUPS.COM/MCGRIDIRON."!
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RISEC is proud to partner and support the Calgary Stampeders, Kidsplayfoundation - Calgary, and Coach Harp (Harpal Sandhu) for this year's HERITAGE NIGHT of FESTIVITIES!

Join us at Gridiron Gardens this Sunday, Aug 4, from 3 - 5 PM! (Link to map: https://g.co/kgs/RYDxx5m)

"Come down to the Gridiron Gardens from 3 - 5 PM to experience our FREE Heritage Night Market where you can checkout some amazing multi-cultural performances, art and other cultural items."

Then at 5 PM, head over to the Calgary McMahon stadium to see the Calgary Stampeders VS Toronto Argos!

For this day, the Stamps have a special deal for tickets, starting at $14 (+taxes). Get your tickets at - STAMPEDERSGROUPS.COM/MCGRIDIRON!

07/30/2024

We had a fantastic time covering the Calgary Stampede and showing support for the Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta. Thanks to the incredible organization of GlobalFest Calgary, the diverse communities in Calgary are beautifully showcased at the BMO Centre. Special shout out to RISEC's Community Foundation The Northern Compass with Marietta Pangan Team: Issah & Monish Parwani!

We had an incredible time on July 7 with the rich diversity of the Filipino community on full display, featuring special guests like Consul General Emma Sarne, PCG-Calgary and an interview with Ms. Anna Pham, GlobalFest Coordinator GlobalFest Calgary.
The event was filled with 11 days of cultural representation and multicultural performances, and it was truly electrifying!

The performances were stunning, featuring talented FILCAN cultural performers like the Lakambini Dance Troupe, Sampaguita Lady Dancers, M2Z FilCan Active Club, Golden Sparkles, Allysha Nolasco, Jacquiee Torreon, and Russell Vuloso. From July 5 to 9, we also had terrific PHL Booth Vendors, including Lokal Bayong Lokal Bayong - Canada and LMV WOOD WORKZ CORP.

We're buzzing with excitement for the next big event, GlobalFest Calgary, which will take place from August 15 to 24 at Elliston Park. It's set to be an explosive festival, and we can't wait to experience it with you all! Don't miss out; grab your tickets at
globalfest.ca/tickets- and let's create more unforgettable memories together.

The Northern Compass with Marietta Pangan, RISEC Community FoundationWe had a fantastic time covering the Calgary Stampede and showing support for the Filipi...

07/07/2024

YEEHAW!!! We are excited for tomorrow, July 7, 2024, and promise to immerse you in a captivating and diverse performances at the PHILIPPINES ALL DAY event, 11 am-8 pm. From the soulful tunes of Allysha Nolasco, Jacquiee Torreon, and Rucell Vuloso to the graceful and energetic moves of Golden Sparkles, Lakambini Dance Troupe, M2Z FilCanTribal Active Dance Club, and Sampaguita Lady Dancers - there's something for everyone.

Also, make sure you stop by the Filipino Arts & Culture Society of Alberta's Cultural Booth & Merchandise Vendors, featuring Lokal Bayong Canada and LMV Wood Works, from July 4-9, 2024, 11 am-11 pm.

The Calgary Stampede, in partnership with Globalfest Society and Filipino Arts and Culture Society, organized these fantastic performances at the Calgary Stampede. This is an event you will want to see! See you there!

07/04/2024

06/25/2024

After weeks of hard work, dedication, and collaboration, we are proud to announce the release of our very first magazine – Canadian Horizons, Issue #1!

This milestone is a testament to what our small but mighty team can achieve together.

Canadian Horizon is not just a magazine; it is a reflection of our commitment to support newcomers in their journey to settlement, education, and career success in Canada.

Our magazine features inspiring stories, valuable resources, and practical advice that will serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for those who have recently arrived in our beautiful country.

It highlights the resilience and determination of the individuals we serve. It showcases the impactful work we are doing at RISEC.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible effort and passion that the following team members have poured into our first issue:

Nheaville Gracilla - our Managing Editor
Marietta Pangan - our Content Advisor/feature content contributor
Monish Parwani - Marketing Manager/Business Development
Issah Silagan - Marketing Manager/Business Development
Gio Alama - Website Designer

From brainstorming sessions to late-night edits, your contributions have been invaluable. This accomplishment proves that even with limited resources, our team can deliver outstanding results. Imagine what we can do in full force!

Since this is our first issue, many of our new volunteers didn't get a chance to be fully involved in the process. Please know that this will change as we get settled and expand our reach. Your enthusiasm and fresh perspectives are vital, and we look forward to integrating your ideas and efforts into future issues. Together, we will make Canadian Horizons an even more powerful resource for our community.

But..... this is just the beginning.

With Canadian Horizons, we have opened a new chapter for RISEC, one where we have the potential to reach even more newcomers. We aspire to make this magazine an essential resource, continually improving its content and expanding its reach. Together, we can make Canadian Horizon a cornerstone of our mission to support refugee and immigrant settlement, education, and career advancement in Canada.

Thank you all for your unwavering dedication and hard work. Let's celebrate this achievement by sharing and broadcasting it in the open, starting with our network of newcomers in Canada. and look forward to the bright future we are building together.

Click here to see our magazine: https://risec-canada.org/canadian-horizons-issue-1/
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Regards,

Abel "Sol" Pagaling
CEO
RISEC Community Foundation

06/25/2024

https://risec-canada.org/canadian-horizons-issue-1/

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