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CALL FOR VOLUNTEER DANCERS!Love to dance? Want to be part of FILAN’s very first appearance at the St. John’s Downtown Ch...
10/26/2026

CALL FOR VOLUNTEER DANCERS!

Love to dance? Want to be part of FILAN’s very first appearance at the St. John’s Downtown Christmas Parade on November 29?

Don’t worry if you have a dance degree (LOL 😂) or if you’re still figuring out which foot goes where. We got you covered! All you need is enthusiasm, a little Christmas spirit, and a willingness to have fun with us!

Let’s bring Filipino Christmas cheer, music, and dancing to the streets of downtown St. John’s!

Grab your gang, bring your barkada, and let’s bring Filipino Christmas cheer to the streets of downtown St. John’s!

For more information or to register, send us a PM or email [email protected].

Let’s make FILAN’s first parade participation one to remember!

FILAN’s newly appointed Coordinators held their first meeting on October 24 at Memorial Café on Duckworth Street, St Joh...
10/25/2026

FILAN’s newly appointed Coordinators held their first meeting on October 24 at Memorial Café on Duckworth Street, St John's.

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Memorial Cafe for welcoming us and providing a space for our meeting. We truly appreciate your support!

Stay tuned for more updates!

Presenting the FILAN Coordinators for 2026–2027!Behind every successful event and initiative is a team of dedicated indi...
10/25/2026

Presenting the FILAN Coordinators for 2026–2027!

Behind every successful event and initiative is a team of dedicated individuals working together for our community.

We are pleased to introduce the FILAN Coordinators for 2026–2027, who will help lead our committees, support our programs and activities, and contribute to the continued growth of our organization.

As we move forward together, we look forward to strengthening our organization, creating meaningful opportunities for our community, and making the coming year a memorable one as we prepare for FILAN’s 60th Anniversary in 2027!

Please join us in welcoming our Coordinators and wishing them a meaningful and successful term of service!

A Message from the President | FILAN 2026–2027Here is a message from our President as we begin a new chapter for FILAN a...
10/23/2026

A Message from the President | FILAN 2026–2027

Here is a message from our President as we begin a new chapter for FILAN and look ahead to our 60th Anniversary in 2027. Together, let us honour our past, strengthen our present, and build a brighter future for our Filipino community. Mabuhay ang FILAN! 🇵🇭

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENTPlease refer to the attached statement regarding recent changes to the FILAN Executive Committee.As...
10/20/2026

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Please refer to the attached statement regarding recent changes to the FILAN Executive Committee.

As we move forward, we remain committed to continuity in leadership, unity among our volunteers, and the continued service of our organization to the Filipino community in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Further announcements regarding committee lead appointments will be made in due course.

Thank you for your continued support, trust, and understanding.

Still on a Pinoy Fiesta high! And with that comes one of the most unforgettable highlights of the day—our Amateur Singin...
08/07/2026

Still on a Pinoy Fiesta high!

And with that comes one of the most unforgettable highlights of the day—our Amateur Singing Contest: Teen Edition. What an incredible showcase of talent! Every contestant gave an amazing performance, making it a real challenge not only for our judges but even for the audience to pick their favorites.

After a very close competition, three outstanding performers emerged as our winners.

Congratulations once again to our winners! And to all of our contestants, thank you for sharing your talent, courage, and passion with us. Every one of you made this competition truly special, and you should all be proud of what you accomplished.

You didn't just compete—you entertained, inspired, and made Pinoy Fiesta 2026 a show to remember. Well done, everyone!

Last August 4, the Filipino Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (FILAN) proudly partnered with the offices of Honou...
08/06/2026

Last August 4, the Filipino Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (FILAN) proudly partnered with the offices of Honourable Minister Joanne Thompson and Honourable Minister Rechie Valdez for a Meet & Greet that brought together members of the Filipino community and our valued community partners.

Joining the gathering were representatives from various organizations, including MUNFILSA, JIL, Victory NL, and other community groups, making it an evening of meaningful conversations, new connections, and strengthened relationships.

FILAN extends its sincere gratitude to the offices of Minister Thompson and Minister Valdez for making this gathering possible, and to everyone who attended and helped make the evening a success.

Maraming salamat, and we look forward to more opportunities to work together for our growing Filipino community.

Nothing beats the nostalgic charm of jeepney and public bus route signs in the Philippines. Whether it's "Quiapo," "Cuba...
08/05/2026

Nothing beats the nostalgic charm of jeepney and public bus route signs in the Philippines. Whether it's "Quiapo," "Cubao Ilalim," or "Monumento," those colorful hand-painted signs instantly tell you where you're headed—and they always bring a smile.

Congratulations to JoChef's Booth, the winner of our very first Best Booth Competition! Their clever jeepney-inspired route signs perfectly captured that nostalgic Filipino vibe. And yes, "Alipin ng Salapi" was definitely a crowd favorite—it gave many of us a good laugh!

Of course, this competition wouldn't have been as exciting without all of our vendors who embraced the challenge and went above and beyond in decorating their booths. Thank you for your creativity, effort, and enthusiasm. Every decorated booth added color, character, and a festive atmosphere that made Pinoy Fiesta 2026 even more memorable.

We're so proud to have introduced this competition for the first time, and after seeing all the amazing ideas, we can't wait to see what everyone comes up with next year. Congratulations once again to JoChef's Booth and to all of our wonderful vendors!


Missed the door prize announcements yesterday? You might still be a winner!We're happy to share that almost all of our d...
08/03/2026

Missed the door prize announcements yesterday? You might still be a winner!

We're happy to share that almost all of our door prizes were claimed during Pinoy Fiesta 2026, but we still have a few prizes waiting to be claimed.

Check the list of unclaimed winning ticket numbers in the photos below. If you have one of the winning tickets, please send us a message on Facebook Messenger or email us at [email protected] to verify your ticket and receive instructions on how to claim your prize.

Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you for making Pinoy Fiesta 2026 such an unforgettable celebration!

Our hearts are still smiling.Yesterday wasn't just another event—it was a celebration of culture, community, friendship,...
08/03/2026

Our hearts are still smiling.

Yesterday wasn't just another event—it was a celebration of culture, community, friendship, laughter, music, and FOOD (lots and lots of food!).

To everyone who joined us at Pinoy Fiesta 2026... thank you. Whether you came to enjoy the performances, satisfy your Filipino food cravings, support our vendors, reconnect with friends, or experience Filipino culture for the very first time, you made this celebration truly special. Seeing our community come together reminded us why Pinoy Fiesta means so much.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors and supporters:

Steele Honda – Our Major Sponsor, for believing in our vision and supporting our growing Filipino community. A special shout-out to Aaron and Austin for your trust, encouragement, and unwavering support.

Tim Hortons – Our Official Food & Refreshment Sponsor, for keeping our volunteers energized and well taken care of throughout the weekend.

Memorial Cafe – Thank you for generously donating the prizes for our Amateur Singing Contest – Teen Edition and for helping us celebrate the incredible talents of our young performers.

A special thank you to Mayor Danny Breen for celebrating with us and for his continued support of our community. We are also grateful to John Reardon and Meghan Ory for joining us and making the day even more memorable.

To our volunteers—you are the true MVPs. You arrived early, carried tables and chairs, welcomed guests, solved problems, answered questions, cleaned up, and somehow still managed to smile. Your selfless spirit of bayanihan was on full display, and we simply couldn't have done it without you.

To our generous door prize donors—Gian's Kitchen, Sinaing, Maggie Suarez (Greatway), and Anne Burke (Sun Life)—thank you for your generosity and for making our celebration even more exciting for our lucky winners.

A very special thank you to Troy and the entire Tres Marias team for going above and beyond—not only for donating door prizes, but also for generously providing lunch for our volunteers and coordinators. Your kindness and support meant so much to our team. And yes... the menudo was a huge hit!

To our vendors, performers, contestants, judges, photographers, donors, and everyone who contributed behind the scenes—thank you for making this year's fiesta unforgettable.

And to the Pinoy Fiesta Organizing Team, thank you for months of planning, teamwork, and countless hours of hard work. Every meeting, message, and late night was worth it when we saw the joy on everyone's faces.

Most of all, thank you for proving once again that when Filipinos come together, amazing things happen.

As we pack away the decorations and catch up on some well-deserved sleep, we leave with grateful hearts and memories we'll cherish for years to come.

Maraming, maraming salamat!

Until the next FILAN event... ingat, God bless, and we'll see you again soon!

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