PIDC line-up of events in 2015

PIDC line-up of events in 2015

The Philippine Independence Day Council (PIDC) is proud to announce another stellar line-up of events for 2015. PIDC is a volunteer-based organization that has been serving the Filipino-Canadian community by putting together various events that showcase the many talents and contributions of Filipinos from Canada and around the world.

One of the most anticipated events PIDC holds every year is the Little Miss Philippines/Miss Philippines PIDC pageant. Dubbed as “an experience of a lifetime,” the 2015 pageant promises to be more exciting than ever. All participants automatically become a part of the PIDC family and are invited to attend not only all PIDC-organized events but also other multicultural functions held throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It is an opportunity to make new friends, experience Philippine culture in-depth, get local/mainstream exposure and create life-long memories.

The PIDC Pageant committee is holding a registration event for anyone interested in joining this year’s Little Miss Philippines and Miss Philippines PIDC. Details are as follows:

Date: Sunday, March 8, 2015
Place: Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street West
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 pm

If you would like to be a part of this year’s Little Miss Philippines pageant, you must be between the ages of 5 – 12 years in 2015, must be of Filipino descent or at least 50% Filipino ancestry and must be with talent.

To qualify for Miss Philippines PIDC, you must be between 15 – 24 years of age in 2015, must be of Filipino descent or at least 50% Filipino ancestry, with talent, single never been married and no offspring(s), of good moral character and have a pleasing personality.

For further details, please contact any of the following individuals.

Rory, (416) 733 7818, aelefano@ymail.com; Helen, (416) 473-1968, helenlao@live.com; Gene,  (416) 318 1986, jeanpardo28@gmail.com

The pageant itself will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Korean Cultural Centre located at 1133 Leslie Street, North York. Little Miss Philippines PIDC will begin at 2 pm and Miss Philippines PIDC will start at 7 pm.
On Friday, June 12, 2015 PIDC will be hosting a flag raising ceremony at Queens Park to commemorate Philippine Independence. Several prominent politicians including Premier Kathleen Wynne are scheduled to participate and several associations are invited to join in the festivities.

On June 13, 2015 PIDC is happy to announce the return of Salu-salo sa Earl Bales Park, a free pot-luck picnic where various associations from around the GTA gather to continue their celebration of Philippine Independence Day. All-day entertainment, a parade and the very popular Mabuhay Cup Volleyball Tournament will once again be held at Earl Bales park located at the corner of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue.

The annual Mabuhay Cup Golf Tournament is scheduled on July 19, 2015 at the Granite Ridge Golf Club located at 9503 Dublin Line, Milton. Details for this event will be announced shortly.

The Mabuhay Cup Invitational Basketball Tournament will once again be held on July 24, 25 and 26, 2015 at the Hoop Dome in Downsview Park. Over 63 teams are set to participate this year.

PIDC’s marque event, the 17th annual Mabuhay Philippines Festival, will return to the David Pecaut Square located at 215 King Street West, right in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District. This year’s event is scheduled on August 29 and 30th and will feature local and international artists, a fashion show by renowned designers Renee Salud and Shannon Pamaong and a street parade featuring some of the most famous Philippine fiestas celebrated throughout the year. Plans are currently underway to invite various organizations and associations to be a part of the grand parade with costumes flown direct from the Philippines. It is definitely another “must see” event that aims to highlight the best of what the Philippines has to offer and serves as a platform to showcase the immeasurable talents of Filipino people. For more information on this and all the other PIDC events for 2015, please check the PIDC website at www.pidctoronto.com or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PIDCTORON