Philippine Flag Flies Proudly on Canada’s Parliament Hill
Clockwise from top: Philippine Ambassador to Canada Petronila Garcia (center) with members of the Canada – Philippines Parliamentary Friendship Group; the Himig Pilipino Chorale Ensemble sings “Ako ay Pilipino,” Minister Ahmed Hussen speaks during the reception; and the giant Philippine flag is unfurled in front of Parliament. (Ottawa PE photo)
OTTAWA 12 July 2018 – The Philippine flag was hoisted over Canada’s Parliament Hill on 11 June 2018 during a flag-raising ceremony organized by the Canada-Philippines Parliamentary Friendship Group, in honor of the 120th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence.
The event was attended by members of Canada’s House of Commons and Senate, and representatives of the Philippine Embassy in Canada and Ontario’s Filipino-Canadian community.
During the brief ceremony, a giant flag of the Philippines was also unfurled over the steps leading to Parliament. The short ceremony was followed by the singing of the Philippine and Canadian National Anthems, and a reception in the Parliament building.
Minister for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Ahmed Hussen spoke on behalf of the Canadian Government. Canada-Philippines Parliamentary Friendship Group Chair and Member of Parliament Kevin Lamoureux, and the Vice Chairs representing Canada’s different political parties congratulated the Philippines on its National Day and commended the dynamic Filipino Communities in their respective jurisdictions, citing their valuable contributions to Canada’s growth. END
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