Celebrating Canada Day
MANILA, Philippines - More than 200 guests from government, business, the diplomatic corps, civil society, and the media joined staff from the Canadian Embassy to celebrate the 145th birthday of Canada at the official residence of Canada’s Ambassador to the Philippines. Guests enjoyed live piano accompaniment throughout the evening, and were treated to Fil-Canadian performer Nyko Maca singing the national anthems of the Philippines and Canada. Capping the experience was the Canadian-themed menu catered by the EDSA Shangri-la created by its Canadian executive sous chef Damon Campbell.
Ambassador Thornley delivered the traditional toast, remarking on the growing relationship between the Philippines and Canada, and highlighted by the more than 500,000 people in Canada who trace their roots to the Philippines. Department of Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for International Economic Relations Laura Del Rosario noted the significant contribution of Canada to the Philippines, particularly in supporting the areas of governance,
Consul Jose Periquet Jr., Grace Glory Go, Ramon Ang, president and COO, San Miguel Corp.; and Hans Sy, president, SM Prime Holdings the development of trade and investment opportunities, and the establishment of ethical migration and recruitment policies for temporary workers.
