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June 5, 2010 has been Kalayaan Centre at 905- their commitment to the ering unique talent like YouTube and a star was interview with the new
cancelled. This announce- 602-0923 or email us at success of Charice and Josh Groban and Michael born. She first appeared Filipino international star
ment is issued with a re- kccc@bellnet.ca. Thank the early indications have Bublé,” he concluded. in the U.S. on The El- on page 17.
quest for all ticket holders you very much for your already told us that we “I feel very blessed to len Show and then came
to return their tickets and continued support of have a tremendous star have people like David to the attention of “Hit Without
get their refunds as soon KCCC. with an extraordinary Foster, Oprah Winfrey Man” David Foster who friends no
and my Reprise family signed her to his 143/Re- one would
believe in me … I know prise Records. choose to
the week of May 10th In 2009, Charice re- live, though
will be a week I will re- visited the Oprah Show to he had all
member for the rest of perform the Diane War- other goods.
my life,” said Charice. ren-written and David
- Aristotle
Charice who has al- Foster-produced “Note to (384 BC - 322 BC)
ready racked up more God”. In the weeks that
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From the
In the management of hu- a lesson to remember the next
man resources, motivations for time you run for the same, or
people to work are pay, ben-
efits, workplace environment, Monitor’s Desk similar office you held before;
and may God bless you. The
empowerment, recognition for A C E A LVA R E Z same applies if you are intend-
work well done, among many ing to lead your group for the
other motivators. These work Mr. President or Madam President, first time in a coming election.
motivators are true in both for While for various reasons,
profit and non-profit organiza- The adage, “what are we in violations of the provisions
tions. of the primary laws and rules
While the pay motivator is, power for” is not absolute. governing community organi- 13 years of dedicated
most often than not, the highest zations have not always been community service
in the order enumerated above may be easier for anybody to while he, or she might have intentional on the part of their
in all kinds of organizational lead his, or her pack, for the been placed at the helm of leaders, the latter must not Managing Editor
environments, such is not ab- latter will certainly do what are the organization by the gen- make an excuse of the fact that ACE ALVAREZ
solute if applied across the expected of them for fear that eral membership assembled they are simply volunteers,
Associate Editor
board to individual preferences they might lose their jobs, al- in an election, his or her hon- expecting leniency from their GIE ALVAREZ
on what motivates each one to though, I hastily add that this is or’s presidency is not abso- members, fellow officers and
work in the environment cited not absolute. On the other hand, lute, hence, must always bear board members, but foremost, Contributing Editors
here. Others may say that their in organizations where the pay in mind the motivators cited the laws of government on RICKY CALUEN
utmost consideration working motivator is absent, workers, above, among other things, their persons and their proper- MARIO DIMAIN
MAG CRUZ HATOL
with the organization they are or rather, volunteers are harder prompting someone to work ty. If this is not true, count the GRACE P. FREIRES
connected with is the friendly to manage. It takes somebody on the tasks agreed upon. This incidence among us of officers MANNY FREIRES
atmosphere, or, perhaps, the with human resources skill to is in addition to the provisions and board members taken to BEN VICCARI
empowerment they enjoy from lead this kind of organizations, of the basic law governing the court by their colleagues over
management; maybe, even a otherwise, failure is certainly organization; its constitution matters affecting community Editorial Assistant
organizations. Always remem- LEN ALVAREZ-MAHONEY
simple recognition of work written from Mr. President’s, and by laws. Further, the laws
well done. or Madam President’s day one governing corporations passed ber the legal maxim: the law Contributors
Apparently, absent the pay in office. by the government within the may be harsh, but it is the law. EVA AGPAOA
motivator, only workplace en- Although many volunteers jurisdiction where the corpo- NOEL PERADA
vironment, empowerment, rec- in community organizations ration operates kicks in absent Basic among the basics, read LARRY TORRES
ognition for work well done, could hardly be relied upon to the specific provisions outlined your fundamental law govern-
Account Executives
and benefits, if any, are left for perform the tasks agreed upon in the organization’s constitu- ing your organization, so you MYRNA SORIANO
someone to work in non-paying during meetings, the fact is that tion and by laws. know who you are, what you JOHN TAN
environments – including most leaders in such kind of group- Having stated this, if you can do, the limits of your pow-
community organizations. Take ings could not rule the same have been newly elected to the ers, etc., etc., etc. Mr. President, Graphics
them away, and a community with iron fists, lest their valued office of the presidency of your or Madam President, you have COBIE CRUZ
organization is left without volunteers reason out, “I don’t organization, heed the sugges- a board of directors – which, Published by
workers (otherwise popularly get paid. I’m only a volun- tions above, before it is too late; if this corner may stress, will Manila MEDIA MONITOR, INC.
known as volunteers). teer.” or, if you have just lost your always be above you, and not 10 - 300 Invergordon Ave.
In organizations where the Mr. President, or Madam office as a re-electionist, then vice-versa. (ace.alvarez@rog- Scarborough, ON M1S 4K7
pay motivator is present, it President must remember that take the same suggestions as ers.com) Tel. 416.285.8583
In Canada and in many oth- Just the pictures, ing children stories and playing
er parts of the world, the third
Sunday of June is specially
like any-
thing else, The 3rd Eye but noth-
ing could
make-believes. Babysitting my
granddaughter is like re-living
set aside as the day for all Fa- you must MARIO DIMAIN surpass the those very special moments of
thers to be recognized. To me, love what thrill of lis- my early fatherhood.
Father’s Day is the day when you do to tening to On June 20th, all fathers will
each of my three daughters was
born.
become
good at The Making of a Father my Dad’s
story-telling
be acknowledged by their fam-
ilies and by most of the media.
It was on September 21, it. Loving of “Aladdin But there is something more
1978 when I became a Dad for your and His significant for me in the month
the first time. I was young, and child Magic of June; I will be the Father of
energetic but surely an inexpe- and lov- Lamp.” It The Bride for the second time.
rienced parent. Although just a ing the was the I will walk up the aisle of St.
rookie in a sense, I fully knew fatherly only chil- Michael’s Cathedral with my
what I was getting into. I want- obliga- dren story daughter to the wonderful man
ed to be a father; the best father tions are he ever who will change her maiden
I could ever be. two dif- told me, name. She will drop my name
To be the best father a man ferent but I have but she will always call me
could possibly be, he must first things. always Dad, after all I am still the fa-
accept the fact that he has be- It just cherished ther of my children.
come the student of his child. makes perfect sense that you Toys could be forgotten but the it all my life. On Father’s Day, I urge ev-
In my case, I learned many must embrace the two without quality time you spent together My eldest daughter has a eryone to say a prayer for all
things about babies from my any compromise. stays forever; the same way as little girl of her own now; a the fathers in the world and
first child. I got better in par- When you give a toy to a I remember my own father. two-year old. may you remember to praise
enting when my second child child, the act of giving is not As a little boy, I flipped Being a grandfather, makes God, the Father of all fathers.
was born, and became an ex- complete until you and your through the colorfully illustrat- me feel like a young father Amen. (mariodimain@ymail.
pert dad when my third child child play with it. Children ed pages of the book, Arabian again, pushing a stroller, sing- com)
arrived. need attention and plenty of it. Nights. I was captivated by ing lullabies, reading and tell-
10 Manila Media Monitor May 2010 VIEWS
You’re Entitled
“I am a Fffroud Pppilipi- Oftentimes, language is them, or to whomever, to just
no!” we laugh much su- look at themselves in the mir-
Oh yes, those misspellings,
and succeeding ones – at least
it out too,
knowing to My Opinion perior. Es-
pecially in
ror, then they will know who
they are. They do not have to
in this written form, were in- that con- JUN ENVERGA the spell- speak our way, but at least they
tentional. sciously, ing section, should be proud that we are the
You must have heard about or uncon- we say it true Filipinos, born and raised
the jokes about Filipinos and sciously, Pilipino Fride, Filipino the other in the Philippines, and raised
Proud
how they talk: “I have a pather we have way, but I by Filipinos.
who works in a facking com- built in that am sure we Do not be surprised when
pany; all he does is fack door- habit of in- write them you hear other nationalities
to-door boxes after voxes with terchanging the right speak the way we do. I am pret-
pood for the Filippines.” This, the P and the F sound. nation apart from the United way. How many of us have ty sure those kids may proudly
and similar jokes are a con- What I would always tell my States, UK, India and Nigeria. seen our boss with memos say, “I am bery hungry”; “I ate
stant hit to everyone who un- kids whenever they corrected The Philippines even has three with the wrong spelling and Prench Pries”; or, “I flayed with
derstands Filipinos; even Fili- me on my speech were, “That times more English speakers grammar, or the grocery stores my priends yesterday.” Most of
pinos themselves like to laugh is what I am; that is what we than Canada, or four times that with signs that will make you them, after all, were raised by
at themselves. are; and, that is what we should of Australia. laugh out loud when you read our very well-versed and edu-
We can perhaps trace this be … because we are proud of We should not shy away the names of the different veg- cated caregivers. More power
tongue-twisting dilemma to what we are and what we have from speaking engagements or etables: Koli Flower or egplan; to all Filipino Caregivers!
the mere fact that we live in the become.” We are Filipinos, Eh! even conversations, because we how about letis? Thanks to In another development,
Philippines, the “PH” sounds Right? have this kind of pronunciation software word checker that our June is the month we celebrate
more like “F”. Most us came to We can laugh at ourselves, or this kind of Filipino English. officemates are doing well in Philippine Independence from
learn that we live in the country why not? We can have fun at Our professors are considered their jobs, but for the sign mak- the Spaniards. On June the
everyone calls the “Fi-li-pins”. ourselves? Should we be em- to be one of the best English ers, it will be another story. 12th, or days around this cel-
It is almost automatic for those barrassed about this? Should speakers in the world. Our kids, or even us, are re- ebration, lots of activities are
who were born and raised in we put ourselves down be- Look at the Italians. Listen ally proud to greet our friends scheduled. Filipinos with all
the Philippines to visually cause of this? Should we allow to how they speak English; lis- from other countries in their kinds of background will con-
speak the letter P as Ph. others to make a mockery of ten on how they pronounced different form of English pro- gregate together. Different or-
What more the Americans Filipinos because of this? I do their words: “I will giv yuo an nunciation. If we are proud to ganizations, different provinc-
called us Filipinos with a lan- not think so! o-fer you cannot reh-fuse!” or, speak to the different nationali- es, different schools, beliefs,
guage called Pilipino who live This pronunciation is a part the French with the words com- ties in their own kind of Eng- different barangays will cel-
in the Pffff….Pffff…Pffff.. of our cultural upbringing; this ing from their nose: “…boun lish, then, why are we some- ebrate in parks and town halls
Phfffilippines. fronounciation set us apart journoooohse, crohsahnnnt …; times embarrassed when we around us. If you cannot come
Filipinos like to laugh, like from other nationalities. We or, the German, “Kapten Kra- hear our kababayan speak in to this activities but happen to
to have fun, like to make jokes should be proud of it! zy, tsokolet Karamel ” or, the our own way of enunciation? meet one of our kababayan in
… but at our own expense? The We should all stand up and Japanese: “to yo taah”; Even Why do we have to speak the subway, or in church, greet
youth, or even our kids some- be proud to speak English the the Carribean, or Pidgin Eng- perfect American English, him, or her: “Mabuhay Kaba-
times call us FAB or “fresh way we do, a big percentage of lish: “Yo da man ! hello man! when we are not exactly Amer- bayan!” with a smile and say,
from the boat”, or PROMDI or other nationalities hardly speak Dis is the weey.” icans? I know a lot of people, “I am a Fffroud Pppilipino!”
from the province or somebody English, the International Lan- From my experience work- especially the young Filipino- These are just my opinions,
who just arrived and not cultur- guage. I believe we are the ing with different nationali- Canadians, born and raised and you are entitled to them.
ally acclimatized in Canada. fifth largest English speaking ties, our hold of the English here, will disagree. I suggest to (junenverga@gmail.com)
What do you do when ev- ner strengths. my problem. hope you take control. When
erything seems so desperate:
when bills are overdue; when
The time you
must muster all Our Journey My problem is
MONEY, and
you take control, your self-
confidence gets stronger. When
collection calls are constant; the courage you E VA A G PA O A I do not have your self-confidence is strong,
when everything in your life have to face and enough. you have a clear head and you
feels like it is blowing up? deal with the Well Ok. I begin to see opportunities and
How do you cope? How do
you summon the strength to
unimaginably
difficult things
Hope: a weapon to take agree that be-
lieving in one-
solutions. Not every solution is
practical; and/or legal, too. But
smile and face each day with
optimism?
that
you.
trouble control of problems self does not
solve the practi-
when your head is clear, you
can sort through them properly.
It is hard. Sometimes it is Every prob- cal problems. It Maybe your problems are not
so hard that in the quiet night, lem has a solution. Believe me like Dorothy in her struggle to certainly will not pay the bills. as bad as you imagined. Maybe
when no one else sees or hears, when I tell you this. You are find a way home from the land If that were true, then I would you have overlooked good so-
your tears well up. You look at tempted at this point to throw of Oz, you, too, have to be- send Rogers my self-confidence lutions in the past, because of
your children and doubt your the paper down and roll your lieve. Believe in yourself, be- at the end of every month and your panic.
ability to care for them. You eyes. “Dreamer,” you might lieve in your goals and believe settle my bill. But belief gives Maybe the right solution
begin to feel isolated and alone. mutter in response. “I have in your future. Believe that you you hope; and hope is the first has been there all along, but
And your self confidence crum- tried everything, I am working deserve better. Believe that you step in taking control. your fears and hopelessness
bles as your troubles grind you so hard, but nothing seems to can survive. Have hope. Without hope, your troubles has blinded you to it.
down. It feels hopeless. work. It’s only getting worse.” Belief does not put food on take control. That is my point. Have hope. Do not fear the
But let me tell you some- Repeat after me: Every the table. Belief does not pay Before you can really solve difficult solution. Use your
thing: It is not; not hopeless. problem has a solution. Every the mortgage. Belief does not your problems, you first have hope to take control of your
This is the time in your life that problem has a solution. Every find a job. But anyway, I do to control them, rather than life. (info@thenannyexpert.
you have to call on all your in- problem has a solution. Just believe in myself. That’s not have them control you. With com)
OOPS from p. 7 of press and photo releases af- to print the press release and lease …. Confidentiality – all clause.
ter the event, UNTIL such time full page color ad copy of the … documents are for internal ***
of water; but iced water, na- that we get an invitation anew PIDC on the pages of this is- PIDC use only and are confi- In his column in this issue,
man. from the organization; sue; and the reason was that, dential.” Paeng Nebres says, “Listen to
4) We get a very sincere, *** when PIDC president Minda With the publication any- your car and talk to your me-
sometimes even colorful (this Lumipat naman tayo sa Neri sent me the artwork and way of both the press release chanic,” to which Jun Enverga,
is to say that the fonts are in Philippine Independence Day press release through e-mail, and the ad copy, Manila Me- in his column on page 9, re-
rainbow colors) “Thank You” Council (PIDC) … I had a lit- there was a note stating: “1 dia Monitor and I might have sponds, “I get the Foint.” (ace.
note on our e-mail, and a series tle problem, deciding whether page ad included + press re- violated the confidentiality alvarez@rogers.com)
COMMENTS May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 11
LETTERS from p.11 when I saw them first- need matresses. cast, digital and web Paul de la Cruz – the Caducio, 20; Treasurer:
hand two years ago on I have attached a copy media in the province of first president of the club Mogi Mogado, 26; Kar-
my first visit. They do of the Boy’s Town flyer Ontario and one of the founding en Pascual-Binaday, 22:
parasites and suffering not get any funding from they sent me and the list In the Greater To- members; Tony Sicat, Directors are: Joy Sarm-
from malnutrition. the City of Manila and it of items they need. (Ed.’s ronto Area alone, there a veteran journalist and iento, 37; Jess Cabrias,
I will try to meet seemed to me that they Note: For reasons of are at least 15 Filipino retired editor of a Philip- 36, Hermie Garcia, 30;
with Father Marciano were totally abandoned space, we are unable to fortnightly and monthly pine daily; and, writer/ Joe Damasco, 23; Nestor
“Rocky” Evangelista, by the Philippine govern- print the list, but we can newspapers and maga- historian Ricky Caluen. Arellano, 17. The first
founder of Tuloy Foun- ment. make it available through zines catering to a boom- De la Cruz got 23 votes three won as directors.
dation Inc. and member The girls in the Manila e-mail) ing market of an estimat- out of Sicat’s 10 and Cal- The newly elected
of the Rotary Club of Al- Boystown complex are ed 250,000 Filipinos. uen’s 17. board and officers im-
abang, Metro Manila as better off than the boys Victoria A. Ewert, While the look of Tallies in other posi- mediately took their oath
he is one of the Keynote as they get supported by MBA, FCIP, CRM, RF hostility was in the eyes tions are: of office before ComElec
speakers at the Plenary local charities. PRINCIPAL of some candidates and Vice president: Rose Chair Rosemer Enverga
Session 3 on June 22 at The Director of the The Osborne Group supporters in the early Tijam, 31; Tenny Soria- after they were proa-
the Rotary International Boystown sent us a long Edmonton, Alberta hours of the day at the no, 18; Secretary: Riza claimed winners.
conference to be held in llist of medical supplies venue of the election in Khamal, 28; Miguel
Montreal, Quebec. His that they urgently need as Scarborough, Ontario,
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foundation is focused on their in-house clinic sits PPCO from p. 1 the proceedings went on
the orphaned and street empty. They also want us smoothly.
children in the Philip- to provide new beds for directors. The members To the credit of out-
pines. the 174 boys. They have represent journalists, edi- going PPCO president
I am not giving up on the metal frame of the bed tors, publishers, writers, Tenny Soriano, the ten-
this project as I cannot from the Army surplus photographers, videogra- sion was defused when
turn a blind eye on these but they need something phers and all those asso- he asked the presidential
orphaned boys especially to make it usable and will ciated with print, broad- contestants to come for-
ward, and to which the
three gentlemen glee-
fully obliged, then joined
Forgiveness does not always lead to a healed hands in a show of soli-
relationship. Some people are not capable of love, darity. For one fleeting
moment captured by vid-
and it might be wise to let them go along with your eos and still photos, unity
anger. Wish them well, and let them go their way. was back where it proved
to be elusive.
- Real Live Preacher The presidency was a
three-way contest among
NEWS May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 13
Introduction: rive each year? why should someone series will examine the and the Middle East. A the country with richer
The Canadian Expe- appointed by the Queen nation’s greatest prime formerly “white” nation provinces contributing
By J.L. Granatstein rience, a collection of (and why does Canada ministers, Sir John A. became “a coat of many funds to reach a rough
52 columns by some of still have a Queen?) be Macdonald, Sir Wilfrid colours,” as someone balance of services for
Canadians are a Canada’s best historians, the commander-in-chief Laurier, William Lyon once described it, a na- all. It’s far from being
strange people — confi- will explain who we are, of the Canadian Forces? Mackenzie King, and tion with citizens from perfect, but Canadians at
dent and quiet most of the where we came from, Why does a liberal de- Lester “Mike” Pearson to every part of the globe. least try.
time, but also frequently and where we’re going. mocracy like Canada name a few Soon Parliament had de- The Canadian Expe-
uncertain and sometimes The columns will be po- have an appointed Sen- And then we turn to clared Canada a multi- rience then looks at the
boisterous. Newcomers to lite — we’re Canadian, ate? How do elections the people of Canada. cultural nation, recogniz- way Canada and Britain
Canada often find it diffi- after all! — but they’ll be work here? The courts? The First Nations, appro- ing the reality. have managed their re-
cult to get to know them, blunt and point to short- The public service? priately enough, come The series then looks lations. London was the
this strange multicultural comings as often as they Then we turn to poli- first, as they were the at the provinces and centre of the world for
people in an officially sing Canada’s praises. tics: the present political initial inhabitants of the regions that make up much of Canada’s early
bilingual country. How Self-criticism is another parties, Conservatives, land that became Canada. Canada and at the way colonial history, and Ot-
did Canadians develop Canadian habit. What the Liberals, the New Demo- They were followed by the federal government tawa played an important
into a French-English- columns will always be cratic Party, and the Bloc the French, the British, in Ottawa deals with the role in turning the British
First Nations-multiethnic is interesting and infor- Québécois. Just how is it and a host of others, set- provinces and territories. Empire into the Com-
society? What historical mative, a good guide for that Quebec sends sepa- tling the land and arguing Federal-provincial rela- monwealth of Nations.
and institutional forces Canadians old and new. ratist Members of Parlia- with each other over lan- tions are a critical part But if Canada became in-
made us what we are to- The series will begin ment to Ottawa? What guage, religion, and po- of Canada’s governmen- dependent of Britain, as it
day? And how can Cana- with a look at Canada’s kind of nation permits litical power. Over time, tal system, and as some was by 1931, its sharing a
dians communicate what geography and climate — separatists dedicated to and especially in the last provinces grow quickly continent with the United
shaped them, how their we know it’s cold! — and the destruction of Canada 50 years, the population and get richer, others States forced it to deal
governmental systems then discuss the basics of as it is to sit in its Parlia- changed dramatically as lose people and wealth. with the giant next door.
operate, and what they Canada’s government. ment? The answer, Cana- immigrants came to Can- Canada is one of the few
think to the quarter-mil- What’s a Governor-Gen- dians will say, is a demo- ada from China, India, nations that attempts to CANADIAN
lion newcomers who ar- eral?, for example, and cratic nation. Then the Latin America, Africa equalize wealth across continued on p. 18
14 Manila Media Monitor May 2010 NEWS
BEN from p.1 step-daughters Bever- spirit. Thank you, Ben media profession. Thank encapsulated bio of Ben * Canada (1981-85)
leigh (Sandy) and Cheryl for your leadership and you, Ben, and may you Viccari – A lifetime de- Communications con-
President, CEMA 1989- (John), brother John (Bet- commitment to building, rest in peace. My sincere voted to communications, sultant, mainly to York
2008. Ben won the first ty) of England. Beloved promoting and support- condolences to Anne and language, multicultural- Division , Canada Post
Sierhey Khmara Ziniak poppa of Aaron, Claire, ing the development of the family.” ism and the ethnic media Corporation.
Award in 1995 which is Camille, Jayson and Tara, ethnic media in Canada. Renato Zane, Vice * Born, July 2, 1918, * Canada (1986-2000)
given by CEMA for ex- predeceased by Tracey Your path has shown the President / General Man- London, England. Managing Editor, Cana-
cellence in ethnic jour- and Sean. Beloved poppi way for so many to fol- ager for Citytv Vancouver * Educated: Clapham dian Scene a multilingual
nalism. of Avery, Elena, Mia, low. God Bless.” and OMNI B.C., another Xaverian College Lon- news and information
Ben was active in eth- Devon, Kayla, Jennifer, Madeline Ziniak, Na- close friend and col- don. service for Canada’s eth-
nic media and communi- McKenzie, Noah, Tyler tional Vice-President of league, wrote from Brit- * France, Northern nic media, publishing in
cations until the very end, and Marcus. OMNI-TV and Chair of ish Columbia: “Ben was Ireland, England, Italy 13 languages
and was all set to dial in After his death, trib- CEMA’s Board, and a a man of infinite integrity (1939-46) Wartime ser- * Canada (1996-2009
to the CEMA Board of utes poured in from all close friend of Ben’s for and dignity who made a vice with Royal Artillery ) Commentator, OMNI
Directors meeting sched- quarters, praising Ben’s many years, said: “Ben tremendous impact in the and Military Mission to TV’s Commentary.
uled twelve hours later single-minded devotion Viccari” was a trail- lives of untold numbers Italian Army (1939-46). * Canada – 2005 –
the day he died. to the cause of Multicul- blazer and champion of of people. His elegance, 2008, Writer, host and
Until the fall of 2009, turalism and the Ethnic ethnic media. His zeal wit and wisdom will be Work History co-producer of OMNI-
he continued recording Media. Among many and passion for multilin- missed greatly.” * England (1946-47) funded documentaries
his bi-weekly commen- others from: gual media to have a de- Irene Chu, CEMA Story Analyst, Produc- The Third Element and
taries for OMNI-TV, lam- Lenny Lombardi, served and rightful place Treasurer and TV Pro- tion Facilities, Films, a The ‘M’ Word
basting errant politicians President of the multi- in Canadian society was ducer and Publisher, had department of J. Arthur * Freelance writer,
and religious leaders cultural CHIN Radio-TV inspirational. He leaves a this to say: “I’m deep- Rank Organization Toronto Star, Performing
alike, fighting any kind International, said in his legacy of determination, ly, deeply saddened by * Canada (1947 -79) Arts in Canada, Mayfair
of censorship, reviewing tribute: positive thinking and Ben’s passing. He was Various management and Magazine and other me-
books on politics, litera- “I will always remem- feistiness.” one of those rare leaders consulting positions in dia.
ture and ethnicity, lend- ber Ben as a charming, Dat Nguyen, Publisher who was tireless in his communications industry. * Author three unpro-
ing the full force of his sophisticated and thor- of the Thoi Bao Newspa- efforts and gave all he (General Foods, Turnbull duced screenplays
English accented voice to oughly lovable man that per and Acting President could for the causes he Elevator Limited, Ontar- Volunteer Service:
anti-racism struggles and was a leading voice for of CEMA: “Ben had been championed. Those of io Lottery Corporation. * Founding editor, PR
proclaiming Canada as multiculturalism. I will a tower of strength in the us who have known him Olympic Coin Program, in Canada, national organ
the beacon of successful miss his enthusiasm for Ethnic Media. He has for many years always 1976, Government of Re- of Canadian Public Rela-
multiculturalism that was CEMA and our multicul- been a pioneer, a leader, marvel at his energy, his gion of Campania, Italy, tions Society (1957 -59)
an example to a conflict- tural reality. I’ll miss his a mentor in the multicul- vigour and his total dedi- Canada’s Wonderland) * President, Canadian
ridden world. visits to CHIN RADIO tural media field in Cana- cation. His legacies will * Canada (1980) Pub- Public Relations Society
He leaves his wife and to the CHIN Picnic, da. He has inspired many always live on among lisher and Managing Edi- Toronto (Inc) 1960-61
Anne, son Paul (Susi), which he always attend- of us during our journey us.” tor, Oggi Canada, Italian
daughter Brenda (Josh), ed. I’ll miss his gentle in the journalism and The following is an language weekly. BEN continued on p. 17
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Exclusive Interview liked what we heard and thank them. I hope they JE: Your debut is
the rest is history. Be- support my album. coming very soon, what
Charice Pempengco
sides, Iyaz is famous in JE: Your first movie are your plans for your
the Philippines! appearance with the chip- coming-out day?
JE: Your song a “Note munks’ sequel has truly CP: I will celebrate
to God” was a very very started your international my debut in New York;
With Jun Enverga inspirational song. How movie career. Are there just a party. I will fly to
would you compare other plans to make more the Philippines immedi-
I totally discarded my baffled me, putting me on Mariah Carey, Whitney “Pyramid” and “A Note movies? Any offers? ately as soon as my al-
plans and enjoyed the the edge of my seat. Huston or Celine Dion. to God”? Which music CP: I have so many bum commitments are
conversation while intro- I continued the con- Do you think Pyramid captures your talent the offers. Of course, I can- completed. I will cele-
ducing questions as we versation, saying, “I’m will be your “big song” most, and which one is not announce yet what brate with the under priv-
went along… so sorry that I woke you that will line you up with closer to your heart? they are. I am willing to iledged children in the
When I was requested up. I know it is pretty your favorite Diva’s Ma- CP: Base on the lyr- do some acting, but for Philippines.
to interview powerbelter very early in LA.” riah, Whitney and Ce- ics , a “Note to God” is now, I have to focus on JE: I read stories all
Charice Pempengco, my I got the sweetest of line? Why? my number one, but both my album. about you, and your mom.
first thought was that I all replies: “Do not worry CP: My album “Pyra- songs are very close to JE: In the Philippines, Who do you think kept
would be interviewing a po … I’m okay!” mid” is my first R&B, me. Certainly, based on you have been called an the two of you together
sophisticated, over confi- Because I was to talk different from my other the lyrics, the “Note to inspiration; the pride of the most? Has your re-
dent, reserved and straight with an international star, songs. With David Fos- God” is very important Filipinos. lationship changed at all
forward individual. I had planned to control ter’s suggestion, we to me. Sort of like Manny after all your successes
I had that notion that the tempo of the con- mixed in some ballad, so JE: I was told you Pacquiao. Manny excels and accolades?
‘‘
because she is already up versation, be more pre- that my fans will not feel are going to Canada next with his arm, and you, CP: Nothing really
there with the big stars scribed. But as soon as with your voice. What is changed. We are always
and very well known per- my subject spoke, my your advice for the aspir- together … (with gig-
sonalities, she must have heart melted for I could ing would be idols and gle)….
already adjusted herself not control the gentle I want to thank everyone for heroes? What kind of I ended up my con-
according to her new- breeze, so to speak, com-
found stature, prompting ing through the ear piece
supporting me. Of course, al- work ethic, or regimen
they should follow?
versation with Charice
Pempengco with this
me to prepare my inter- of the phone. I totally most all Filipinos have been CP: Manny Pacquiao parting statement: “Talk-
view with care. I also discarded my plans and went to a lot of struggles ing about schedules, I
planned to be overly for- enjoyed the conversation supporting me. They are there just like me. We cannot know you have a lot of
mal on my approach and, while introducing ques- wherever I go. I would like to reach our status right now them and I do not want
admittedly, scared some- tions as we went along: if we did not persevere. to take too much of your
how that I might offend JE: I heard about thank them. I hope they support We are both Filipinos. time, on behalf of all the
royalty. your newly released sin- my album. JE: Your schedule Filipinos and everyone
It was 12 noon in To- gle, “Pyramid”. I am so must be really hectic. else in Canada, from the
ronto, three hours ahead impressed and feel re- What are your plans for bottom of our hearts,
of LA’s time, so that I ally proud of you when I this year? we would like to thank
would practically be wak- watched your videos on left out from the song. I month … here in Toron- CP: I will be a guest you for inspiring us and
ing her up for our phone YouTube. How do you can compare Pyramid to to, to promote your new in tv shows like “Good making us all proud. We
interview. I thought of relate your life to the lyr- the “big songs”. single, “Pyramid”. Have Morning America”, then, will all pray that your al-
my struggles waking up ics of “Pyramid”? JE: What do you think you been to Canada be- we will tour around to bum and all the albums
my kids on weekends, CP: The Pyramid of Iyaz, your singing fore? What are your ex- promote the Pyramid that are coming up, goes
thus, if so, what more of video that everyone can partner in Pyramid? Are pectations from the over album. We will have a platinum a hundred fold!
a star! watch in YouTube, is just you planning on work- 250,000 Filipino Canadi- tour called “David Fos- We can’t wait to see you
Charice’s representa- like my life story. In the ing with him again in the ans? What do you think ter and friends”. We will here in Toronto! See you
tive from Warner Records video, the first thing you future? of Canada? tour Asia and we will be soon!”
phoned me first, saying, will see is that I did not CP: Iyaz is my label CP: I have been to in the Philippines around Charice had to run.
“Mr. Enverga, Charice make the cut to a show, mate. We are both from Vancouver, but not in To- October with David Fos- She had a scheduled in-
will be on the line soon and I was so disappoint- Warner Records. Last ronto. I wish I can tour ter and other celebrities. terview with the most
… 20 minutes,” then a ed. In the end, somebody year, when I was record- around (with a giggle). JE: You have been an popular radio station in
long pause …. raised my spirit in the ing songs, it was sug- I wish I can meet every- inspiration for a lot of Los Angeles, and mil-
Expecting to hear form of Iyaz which in gested that it would be one. I am so excited to Filipino-Canadians and lions of listeners were
someone on the phone real life is my mother. beautiful if there would go to Toronto. I am also all Canadian youth for waiting to hear her.
that was commanding From the video, I feel I be a guest artist. We had hoping that I can perform that matter here in Toron- It was a long ‘bye. It
and rushing, my fear di- can see my life, and in so many choices to be in front of all of you. to. What message would was only 20 minutes, but
minished as I heard a the future…. The video is my label mate. Just a I want to thank every- you impart to them? I know that the thoughts
voice of humility, of gen- really comparable to my few months ago, without one for supporting me. Of CP: What I can say is about what I have just
tleness, meekness, and real life. me knowing, Iyaz was course, almost all Filipi- … as a teenager, it is re- experienced will be with
foremost respectful! JE: You have been requested to record the nos have been supporting ally important to listen to me for a long long while
“Hi How are you? I singing “big songs” song, and they told me me. They are there wher- your mom. They know (junenverga@gmail.com)
am Charice,” the voice from various artists like to listen to the music. We ever I go. I would like to what is best!
BEN from p. 9 * Member, Celebrate Monitor, and producer Filipinos move about. Ben.” (Author’s Note: and Multiculturalism re-
Canada Committee for of TV program Front It was four years later Ace Alvarez served for side on each one of us
* Founder-director, Ontario (1998 –06) Page Philippines: “When that I would meet Ben eight years as secretary and on our constant re-
Toronto Outdoor Exhibi- * Publisher, Canscene I put up Manila Media personally, after which, to Ben’s 10-year tenure minder not to keep quiet
tion, (1961-64). — Canada’s Multicul- Monitor in 1996, it was started a very beautiful as CEMA president, later when faced with racism,
* Publicity chair, Villa tural Scene (2001 –) an Ben Viccari’s writings in friendship. I didn’t look succeeding him to the discrimination and lack
Colombo, Toronto (1974- internet magazine also Canadian Scene that in- at Ben though as only a CEMA presidency after of consciousness. It was
1980) carrying Canadian Ethnic spired me to be involved friend. To me, he was his retirement) an honour to work with
* President, Toronto Journalists’ and Writers’ and write also on what not only a father of the From Erick Nettel, Se- Ben for several years
Press Club (1981-82) Club newsletter. was happening in other ethnic media, but served nior Producer Diversity in the production of the
* President, Canadian communities, thus, giv- as a father-figure to me, Programming, OMNI CEMA Awards show, as
Ethnic Journalists’ and More Tributes ing my readers the whole too, having lost mine at Television: “Ben taught this was a yearly testa-
Writers’ Club (1998 – From Ace Alvarez, multicultural picture the age of 16. Thank you me that the relevance and
2008) publisher, Manila Media of the society in which so much for everything, importance of Diversity BEN continued on p. 18
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PEOPLE & EVENTS May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 23
Ward 11 Councillor
kids will not be required ed their marriage of 31 the University of Water-
to cross busy streets on years. They are blessed loo.
their way to and from with their son Jonathan, For more information,
sissauga residents, most in 2006. school”. an engineer with Procter visit www.luzdelrosario.ca
especially those in Ward Del Rosario and her
11, whose voice has not family have been resident
been heard in the Council of Mississauga for over
for all these years”. 25 years. “I have seen
Del Rosario has been the city develop all these
actively involved in many years. Eglinton Avenue
community events. She and Creditview Road
has been chair of Caras- were one-lane streets
sauga Festival from 2003 then. The old Mead-
to 2006, past president owvale was like an island
of the Catholic Women’s surrounded by farms and
League (St. Joseph Par- trees. My children were
Luz del Rosario, the in- ish), Grant Review Team born and grew up in the
cumbent Separate School member of the Ontario city”.
Board trustee for Wards 6 Trillium Foundation and “I know most of the
and 11, registered today member of the Missis- challenges that face
her Certificate of Can- sauga Arts Review Task young families, as well
didacy for Councillor of Force. as those new to our coun-
Ward 11. “When Luz del Ro- try and our city. I have
“I decided to run as sario was Chair of Car- first hand experience, and
Councillor to contribute assauga, the event ex- I have a vision to effec-
my ability and experience perienced tremendous tively address these chal-
to the City Council”, del success in terms of more lenges”, she added. “I THEY ARE ALL WINNERS! From day 1 of the pageant, it was an exciting expe-
Rosario said. “We need rience, all fun, friendship and sportsmanship for the contestants of the Miss
participation pavilions, need your vote to realize
Philippines PIDC 2010 pageant, while at the same time, raising funds for the
new ideas in the Coun- higher attendance, and that vision”. Philippine Independence Day Council’s charity projects for the poor people
cil.” good financial manage- “My heart always goes in the Philippines through the PIDC ANCOP Village and GMA Pinoy TV’s
“I am not a traditional ment,” cited Mississauga to the under represented Kapuso Foundation. Twelve beautiful young ladies vied for the title, name-
politician, who repre- mayor Hazel McCallion. sector of our community. ly (not in order in the photo) Chantelle Yumol, Joanne Magbanua-Nguyen,
sents some special in- Regine Alaina Semira, Renee Jaojoco, Lindsay Anne Farrell, Michelle Ama-
For her efforts, del As a school Trustee, I al-
ral, Jessica Eusebio, Lilly Malloy, Naomi Ruth Macapagal, Catherine Amaral,
terest groups. I see the Rosario was recognized ways care for the children Aileen Gomez and Kyra Joy Pagsanghan. Adjudged by a panel of jurors as
need to take care of the as the City of Mississau- who need special educa- Miss Philippines PIDC 2010 is Naomi Ruth Macapagal (8th from left). [Manila
concerns of many Mis- ga’s Citizen of the Year tion, and look for ways to Media Monitor Photo]
MABUHAY his enduring sense of hu- crown at the 1st Ultimate Kuya Germs in Walang Of course, abangan ang Food for the soul rem-
from p. 23 mour and his undeniable Star Struck Survivor of Tulugan, Mastershow- susunod na update from iniscent of home and typ-
ability to spot talent. The Season One. man. He is an accom- GMA Kapuso stars. We ical at fiestas, delectable
2007. “She is the first “Master Showman” will Wendell Ramos start- plished actor and tv host may be in for a big sur- Filipino cuisine, desserts,
StarStruck contestant to be bringing his legendary ed his career when he was and very much in de- prise! halo-halo, suman, puto
top the FHM Philippines’ persona to Canada along cast in “Bubble Gang’. mand for product launch- Not to be outdone, ,you name it they got it!
100 Sexiest list and the with other young GMA From that beginning, he ings, beauty pageants, leading the pack with our There will be Kids
only Filipina celebrity to Stars at this year’s festi- went into “matinee idol” conventions and more. If local talents are Culture Zone for the kids and the
have won the title twice val. status and finally into you don’t know yet, he is Philippines Ontario, Fies- young at heart, a cultural
in a row”. Mark Herras was a “leading man” roles in also a balladeer. He has ta Filipina Dance Troupe, display and many more.
German Moreno – Af- StarStruck phenom where GMA shows Sinasamba ventured abroad and has a revival of Tuklas spon- The festival invites your
fectionately known as he honed his dancing tal- Kita, La Vendetta and travelled to Vancouver, sored by Norma Carpio, group or association to
“Kuya Germs”, German ent earning him a nick- many more. He also be- Winnepeg, Toronto and the Champions lead by
Moreno has been a staple name of “Bad Boy of the came a model with Bench Victoria. Emil Zarris, Santa Cruzan MABUHAY
of the entertainment in- Dance Floor”. His danc- along with other famous Will there be more? and many many more. continued on p. 25
dustry for over 47 years. ing moves earned him stars.
He is beloved by Filipi- more votes than Rainier John Nite – is cur-
nos around the globe for Castillo winning him the rently co-hosting with
The men and women of the Filipino Centre Toronto who continue to work for
the betterment of the Filipino community during the FCT’s Presidents’ Gala
at the Royal Fairmon Hotel. (Aida D’ Orazio)
PEOPLE & EVENTS May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 25
UPCOMING EVENTS OF
THE PHILIPPINE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-TORONTO
Part 2 of Seminar: “What do we do after the storm?”
6:30 PM, Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Quiapo! Quiapo! Banquet Hall
# 2 Principal Road in Scarborough, Ontario
Seminar on Health and Safety in the Workplace
(with emphasis on the enforcement on the new Workplace
Violation and Harassment legislation taking effect
June 15, 2010)
6:30 PM, Thursday, June 24, 2010
Quiapo! Quiapo! Banquet Hall
# 2 Principal Road in Scarborough, Ontario
‘‘
Western Union executives Brian Fox and Joycelyn David share Filipino migrant worker Re-
Union Senior Marketing Man- The words of a son to his medios Adduru’s mixed emotions after she was unexpectedly called to the stage to receive
ager Joycelyn David. All the mother, saying “Salamat” and gifts from the money remittance giant.
while, she thought she was just “Mahal na mahal ka namin,
attending another event spon- Ma,” echoed in the hall and teary-eyed Remedios thanked able to meet all through West-
sored by the money remittance pierced the hearts of each and Western Union for the gesture. ern Union.
giant. Little did she know that every one present that day. She recounted using West- The cheque was only a tran- Men are equal;
ern Union since the day she ar- sient reward Remedios got
the Western Union team had a
surprise for her; a surprise so
Truly, there is no better reward
for a mother’s sacrifice than to rived in Canada. from using Western Union. The it is not birth but
personal that she was taken see her children accomplish Known for its speed and re- most significant reward she virtue that makes
aback and overwhelmed how their dreams. liability, it was Western Union
who bridged the gap and re-
got from using Western Union
through the years was peace of
the difference.
they rewarded her loyalty in Western Union further re-
a manner that meant to her warded Remedios for her loy- sponded to the need of support mind, knowing that her hard- - Voltaire
the most. While celebrating alty with a cheque, another and urgency; everything from earned fruits get to her family
(1694 - 1778)
with fellow migrant workers, pleasant surprise for her. tuition fee to school supplies to safely and timely. (AVC-PR)
she was requested to go to the In accepting the cheque, a everyday needs. Remedios was
MONEY May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 29
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Car Ownership
An average working about what to do listen to unusual problem on your car.
person who lives within today at work, with squeaks from front Listening to your car
30 kilometres from work
spends approximately 20
friends or with the
family. We do this Made Easy and rear of your
car; and, rattles
is compared to listening
to your body -- that by
to 25 minutes in the car, every day to and RAFAEL NEBRES while you are driv- ignoring what you hear
either listening to his, or from work, spend- ing. Whatever un- could lead you into big
her favourite radio sta-
tion, or violating the law
ing approximately
an hour. Listen to your car but usual noise you
hear, note them
trouble. Likewise, talk-
ing to a mechanic about
that prohibits using the
cell phone while driving.
Let us make a
plan. As part of talk to a mechanic! down and then af-
ter all this listen-
your car is compared to
talking to your doctor
Another possibility our desire to make ing, resolve to talk about your body -- that
is that he, or she maybe our “car ownership easy our car’.” In detail, with ent from what you usu- to a mechanic. ignoring the advice given
contemplating life: what- ”, let us start by mak- our cell phone turned off, ally hear every time you When relaying to could lead to big trouble.
ever happened in the ing a resolution: “That our radio turned off and start your engine. Note it your mechanic what you Another simple way
past, what is happening we will resolve to spend our ears engaged, start to down. heard, be specific and “to make your car owner-
at present, which may the first 10 minutes in- listen to our car. Listen to the noise of detailed for a qualified ship easy”. (rafael168@
determine the future. side our car, on our way Start the engine, listen your tires while driving; interpretation and advice. yahoo.com)
Maybe, even just listen- to work and on our way to any change in the noise listen to squeaks when Definitely, this will pre-
ing to himself, or herself from work to ‘listen to of your engine, differ- you hit the brake pedals; vent or cure the mounting
stays.
“So we will take into Earlier on, a com- be made in the course of
consideration the wide promise was reportedly the next several months,”
variety of factors that are reached by Willie and Lopez told the stockhold-
involved in dealing with ABS-CBN management: ers.
MANILA -- The issue the controversy during discussions now with stars like Willie. He is not that Willie would take an Lopez, likewise, made
involving Wowowee host a stockholders meeting Willie and we prefer to the first or the last star “indefinite leave” from the most of the occasion
Willie Revillame con- held recently at the Dol- keep these discussions at that will reflect this kind the popular noontime va- by issuing a stern re-
cerns even those who are phy Theater. this point between our- of behavior,” continued riety show although his minder to the network’s
sitting in the boardroom, One of the network’s selves and Willie,” Lopez Lopez. contractual obligation stable of talents while at
ABS-CBN reports. partners reportedly raised replied. The controversy start- with the network stands. the same time comfort-
Talking before the the negative financial im- The ABS-CBN top ed after Willie asked his “These decisions will ing its business partners:
network’s group of share- pact of Revillame’s re- honcho acknowledged the home network to release be made in the proper “Stars come and go, but
holders, ABS-CBN head cent conduct during the business repercussions him following a rift with time. I think the best the institution stays.”
honcho Eugenio “Gab- open forum. brought by the incident. reporter and radio anchor decision we made is for (Bong Godinez, PEP.ph)
by” Lopez III addressed “There are ongoing Dealing with a talents be- Jobert Sucaldito. Revil- both Willie and I to de-
32 Manila Media Monitor May 2010
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Fernando was almost disquali- with city councilors Lou Ve- gubernatorial race doza (winner, Teens) and Genesis Anne Ruiz (runner-up, Teens). They
fied by the Comelec for using loso and Robert Ortega. while Rommel Pa- will again compete against the winners and runners-up of the lst and
his screen name instead of his Marjorie Barretto and Ro- dilla meanwhile 2nd rounds in the Grand Finals of the 2010 Filipino Singing Idol at the
Pistahan at Nathan Phillips Square on June 13. (Aida D’Orazio)
real name. selle Nava were likewise lead- placed second
Sarangani’s lone district ing elected as councilors in the place in the vice gubernatorial tively.
will have for its Congressio- cities of Caloocan and Para- race for Nueva Ecija. Tito Varela and Jestoni
nal representative Pinoy box- ñaque, respectively. Aiko Melendez failed to se- Alarcon were also unable to
ing icon Manny Pacquiao. TV According to a GMA News cure the vice mayoral position clinch Congressional posts
God must become
host Lucy Torres-Gomez, who Research report, 16 out of the of Quezon City while in Para- for Caloocan City and for the an activity in our
replaced her husband Richard 109 celebrities eyed for nation- ñaque, comedians Joey Mar- second district of Rizal Prov- consciousness.
Gomez in his electoral bid, also al positions. quez and Anjo Yllana faced ince, respectively. (Updated by
won as the next representative Falling stars defeat in the electoral races for Manila Media Monitor from a - Joel S. Goldsmith
of Leyte’s 4th district. The candidacy of so many mayor and vice mayor, respec- GMA News dispatch)
May 2010 Manila Media Monitor 33
Filipino Canadian
broadcaster Joel Re-
cla with Filipino actor
Jackie Lou Blanco
during his recent trip
to Manila. Joel hosts FOR POSTERITY: (L-R) Dr. Solon Guzman joins Miss Philippines PIDC 2009
"Perlas ng Silangan" Natalie Rafael, as the latter was about to turn over her crown to the next Miss
radio program over Philippines PIDC title holder before the curtain call for the pageant. Next to
CHIN Radio Inter- Natalie are Philippine movie actor and commercial model Patrick Guzman,
national, 100.7 FM, Front Page Philippines tv host Gie Alvarez -- who would both emcee the
Tuesdays, 11:00 to suspense-filled evening, May 8, in North York, Ontario; and, Rosemer En-
11:30 PM. verga -- vice president of the Philippine Independence Day Council (PIDC)
and overall production manager and event organizer for the largest Filipino
association in the GTA. Dr. Guzman was one of the judges in Little Miss Phil-
ippines 2010 pageant held earlier the same day at the same venue. (Manila
Media Monitor Photo)
1 Asawa ng hipag
6 Itim na ibon 10 11 12
11 Sana 13 14 15
12 Pinuno ng palasyo
13 Repinado 16 17 18
15 Sawata
16 Moog
B A G
19 20
17 Walang imik
19 Buti 21 22 23 24 25 26
20 Kalye sa Cubao
G A S
27 28 29
21 Lano
23 Asim 30 31 32 33
27 Bubong
29 Asam 34 35 36
30 Pukyutan
33 Mataas na baraha 37 38
34 Tila
35 Marangal
39 40
37 Palos
38 Dingas
39 Pinatuyong karne
40 Kastrado
PABABA
2 Imbalido 25 Gawi 32 Ismid
3 Barnis 26 Panalangin 33 Yapos
4 Lunos 28 Sayaw 36 Bagwis
5 Lunsad 30 Himno
6 Sinusuotan ng 31 Lungsod sa Bikol
butones
7 Bunganga ng ilog
8 Turo
9 Suweldo
10 Karamdaman
14 Kinatawan
18 Alapaap
20 Marahil
22 Paghihirap
24 Bayan ng Aaklan
A Centuries-old Tradition
An exotic fabric made tracted from the leaves of the
through a centuries-old pro- kenalum tree. The red dye is
cess of tie-dye weaving by the taken from the roots of the loco
of Tie-dye Weaving
T’boli women of Lake Sebu, tree.
South Cotabato has captured In the dyeing process, two
the fancy of Filipinos as well earthen pots, one on top of
as people around the world.
Called t’nalak, it is made into
bags of different sizes, attaché
in the Philippines the other, mouth to mouth, are
then used to boil the fibres re-
peatedly, for three weeks, for
case, wall decors, blankets, the black colour and only two
jackets, purse, clothing, days for the red. Steam pushes
cigarette case, belts, the dye upwards to the
portfolio and others. bundle of tied threads
The t’nalak occu- in the upper pot. After
pies a special signifi- the dark colour has been
cance in the lives of the achieved, some waxed
T’boli tribe. Basically strings are removed.
used for blankets and The newly-exposed
clothing, the t’nalak is areas are then dyed red. A
considered helpful for variety of colours (black,
safe delivery when used dark, cream and the natural
as pre-natal covering. Sla- flaxen colour of the fibre)
i (marriage arrangements) can be produced by remov-
are considered lousy with- ing the remaining waxed
out it during the exchange ties. When the dyeing pro-
of kemu (traditional prop- A t’nalak wallet Various t’nalak designs cess is completed, the fibres are
erties) such as heirlooms, then removed and rinsed along
gongs, horses, work animals, river banks or streams.
ancient swords and other tribal husband and myself have to ab- rituals especially done during from fruit-bearing abaca plants Patterns and designs range
artefacts. stain from any sexual contacts the night when the air is cool (Manila hemp) usually about from the tranan suwu (snake),
The presence of the cloth for the duration of the weav- and the fibre is at the right elas- 18 months old, are stripped by sobo bun (frog), betek boluk
during certain feast gives it a ing,” said first class weaver Ye ticity. hand from the soft wet pulp of (flower designs), bed buyus
sacred value. T’bolis consider Lo. The weaving of the cloth the plant’s stalk. This is then (spear), buling longit (clouds),
it taboo to cut the cloth because “If we do, the threads will takes almost two and a half made flaxen and pliable by re- bangala (house) and scores of
they believe that act will make break and the woven design months for a piece about 20 peated combing and weeks of others.
them seriously ill. Tribe mem- won’t emerge clearly,” she feet long. air drying. After the rinsing process,
bers who sell the fabric often adds. During the weaving process, After some time, the fibres the cloth is again air dried for
attach bells to appease the Gabriel Ungkal, an expert silence and an atmosphere of are laid out on a simple wood- a week. It then undergoes the
spirits said to have guided the T’boli classifier said that out solemnity is observed by the en loom. The abaca fibres now lemubag (wood pounding)
weavers. of some 2,000 T’boli weav- members of the household. A stretched out on the loom are where the fibres are rendered
Superstition surrounds the ers, only 21 are class “A” rated single mistake in the weaving tied with other fibres rubbed in pliant and flexible.
making of the fabric. T’boli li- weavers. “Majority of the ex- pattern due to distraction would beeswax. The area covered by For the final touch, the
bon (tribeswomen) who make pert weavers, refuse to follow mean repeating the whole pro- the waxed strings will not be t’nalak is laid out on a bamboo
the elaborate weaving and de- any ordered designs unless cess from the very beginning. penetrated by the dye. fixture where it finally passes
sign find it easy to process the they dream about it,” he said. The t’nalak is a product of The process of tying itself through the ‘smaki’ (shell rub-
cloth after a dream. Designs Expert weavers are being a unique and tedious method is real artistry because no mea- bing), a method of bringing
they see clearly in their dreams encouraged by the Santa Cruz of tie-dye weaving, a very me- suring instrument is used. Only out the lustre of the finished
have certain meanings and re- Mission of Lake Sebu, to pass ticulous process of cloth de- the finger joints (length of the cloth. T’boli craftswomen use
quirements. on their unique skills to their fe- signing done on a bamboo and index fingers) are used to mea- the saki, a big turtle-shaped sea
“When I dream about the male children to ensure a next wooden loom. sure the intricate designs. Yet, shell for this purpose.
gamayaw logi, a cloth design generation of women weavers. The gathering and process- patterns emerge with artistic The ‘smaki’ (saki shell-
embodying the male and fe- The making of the t’nalak is ing of materials alone are high- consonance and precision.
male symbol, that means my a tedious process composed of ly complicated. Fibres selected After the painstaking tying, T’BOLI cont’d on p.36
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Sagot sa PUZZLE
The secret B I L A S K U W A K
of a good S I N A W A A H A R I
sermon is to A S U K A L P A W A T
have a good K U T A T U L A L A
beginning and I G I Y A L E N
B A G
a good end- T O L D A A S K A D
ing, then hav- G A S A T I P A S A
ing the two as A N I L A N A L A S
close together
W A R I T D A K I L A
as possible.
I G A T A L A B L
- George Burns T A P A K A P O N
38 Manila Media Monitor May 2010