Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre (KCCC)

08/13/2024

Cooking for Seniors, Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Led by Andrea Frondozo and assisted by Jojo Sebastian, Jocay Dawang, Fe Tabago plus volunteers Ginny Sevilla, Charity Roda Lim. Photos and video by Rene Sevilla.

07/12/2024

07/07/2024

On Thursday, June 27th, the Kalayaan Centre was abuzz with vibrant festivities as it hosted the Philippine Heritage Month celebration. The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Filipino MPP Rechie Valdez and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, which significantly acknowledged the Filipino community's contributions to Canada.

The first Philippine Heritage Month in Canada was celebrated by the City of Toronto in 2018, with Parliament officially proclaiming it later that same year. The primary festivities are on June 12 to mark the Philippine Independence Day. This month-long celebration honors one of Canada's fastest-growing communities, recognizing their vibrant culture and significant contributions.

MPP Rechie Valdez addressed the attendees, highlighting a groundbreaking new program for caregivers. She announced that caregivers arriving in Canada will automatically receive permanent resident status, a move to recognize their vital role and ensure their stability and security in the country.

Embodying his signature personable style, Prime Minister Trudeau mingled with the crowd, shaking hands and posing for selfies. With his youngest son Hadrien beside him, Trudeau lauded the Filipino community for their many contributions, emphasizing the cultural richness and hardworking spirit they bring to Canada. His presence and words resonated deeply, underscoring the importance of diversity and inclusion in Canadian society. He ended his speech with “Mabuhay” to a loud cheer of appreciation from the mainly Filipino audience.

The celebration was filled with cultural performances of music and dances, delicious Filipino cuisine, and a sense of community pride. The event not only celebrated Philippine heritage but also strengthened the bonds between the Filipino community and the broader Canadian society.

The June 27th festivities was a successful collaboration of Kalayaan Centre, Filipino Seniors of Mississauga, and Culture Philippines.

06/23/2024

Consular services available on July 20.

06/23/2024

If you need consular services on the week-end, PCG Toronto will be at Kalayaan Centre on July 20.

CONSULAR OUTREACH TO MISSISSAUGA - 20 JULY 2024

Passport booking link: www.passport.gov.ph

03/02/2024

Isang tulog na lang for our OPM show!!! If you sent an email or registered via QR code, ticket numbers were already assigned and sent to you. If you did not receive your confirmation, please send an email to [email protected] or send us a FB message here. Remember, there is no assigned seating but will be first come, first serve. We will see you at Kalayaan Centre tom!!!

02/24/2024

One more week to go before OPM night at Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre (KCCC) on March 2!!! Did you reserve your seats already??? Seats are limited....here's the QR code to reserve and we will see you soon for a great night for Original Pilipino Music! 🎼🎸🎸

02/04/2024

Save the date…prepare for a wonderful night of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) 🎤🎼🎼
Watch this page for further details and how to get your tickets.

01/18/2024

Snag a copy from your local Filipino store for a delightful read and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Musika Children's Chorus Christmas concert through Jegma Dimaano's article, "Incidentally." For a digital experience, explore the magic on the ATIN ITO Philippine website (page 24, Vol 49 No. 1). 🎶✨

12/09/2023

Our way of saying THANK YOU to our community from Musika Children's Chorus.

Maligayang Pasko sa inyong lahat!

12/05/2023

Thank you to everyone for your enthusiastic participation and for submitting your incredible work to the "Build Your Own Parol" Workshop.
Your creativity, dedication, and effort in crafting and submitting your parols have truly impressed us. Thank you for making this workshop an inspiring celebration of the Filipino Christmas tradition. Your Parols have not only added beauty but also contributed to spreading the joy and spirit of the festive season.

The winning parols:
1st Prize - Josie Sala (nativity scene inside the star)
2nd Prize - Frances Sevilla (Santa and open window to candle)
3rd Prize - John Ray (highest score in craftsmanship)

Rodel Meier’s parol was the original 1st Prize winner but she asked to exclude her parol in the competition. She gets the KCCC Benevolence Award.

Once again, thank you for being part of the "Build Your Own Parol" contest. We are honored to have had the opportunity to witness your creativity and talent.

11/27/2023

The selection of the top 3 parols will take place on December 2, 2023 at 10:00am at the Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre (KCCC). All participants please bring your parol for the judging process and award presentation.

10/23/2023

If you or someone you know is in one of the regulated professions here in Canada, this gathering is for you on Oct. 28! Also check out the Job fair on Oct. 27 - intended for professionals as well as international students looking for work.

FILIPINO-CANADIAN PROFESSIONALS CONVENTION 2023

10/22/2023

KCCC Build Your Own Parol Event!
Date: Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 9:30am
Location: Kalayaan Centre, 5225 Orbitor Dr., Unit 3

08/13/2023

As requested, for those who didn't get to see the whole video during the KCCC appreciation night.

Philippine Festival Mississauga 2023 Photos with music featuring Ivy Joy Maniquiz and the Salseros with Attitude (SWA) Band.Performed live at the Mississauga...

07/21/2023

Reminder of next week's consular services at Kalayaan Centre...Saturday, July 29 from 9 am- 2pm. Instead of having to take the day off to avail of consular services, the Philippine Consulate will be at Kalayaan on a Saturday to provide most of the services that can be availed at their office. Take note of the info in the flyer or pm if you have inquiries.

06/16/2023

Thank you OMNI Filipino for featuring Cartas de Amor and a big shout-out to Paula Saraza for capturing the essence of the show and showcasing what we hoped to accomplish with the staging of Cartas de Amor…ignite the desire in our viewers to go back to their roots and learn more about our Filipino heritage.
Leander Mendoza, Reynaldo Alma Jose Tamayo, Cristina Patricio Sanchez, Mic Monte, Luis Carbonell, Pond Sebastian, Chavez

06/15/2023

The official announcement from PCG Toronto is out!!! Please see below for more info on the consular outreach happening at Kalayaan Cultural Community Centre on July 29, 2023.

If you need consular services and cannot get to the Phil. Consulate during weekdays, mark the date - July 23, 2023 is a Saturday and PCG staff will be at Kalayaan Centre to accept passport applications and conduct other consular services. There will also be a dual citizenship oathtaking ceremony on the same day.

CONSULAR OUTREACH MISSION TO MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO
http://www.philcongen-toronto.com/announcements/1243/consular-outreach-mission-to-mississauga-ontario

06/15/2023

A message from Honorable Michael Ford, Ontario's Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism as we celebrate Filipino Heritage month and the 125th anniversary of Philippine Independence. Thank you Minister Michael Ford for recognizing the contribution of Filipino Canadians to the province of Ontario!!!

Your special message specifically to the Cartas de Amor team is truly appreciated😍 to our lead performers Leander Mendoza and Josie Chavez, our pianist Cristina Patricio Sanchez, our director Reynaldo Alma Jose Tamayo, the team of volunteers who organized and supported the program Laraya, Montenegro, Sebastian, and Merla Carbonell, Mike Almojuela, and Virginia Sevilla, Jocay Dawang, Fe Tabago. You all made it possible for the Cartas de Amor viewers to experience Philippine arts and culture at its finest and appreciate songs or "kundimans" that are rarely heard nowadays. Again, kudos and thanks to all!!!

May it also serve to inspire the viewers to learn more about Philippine culture and to learn more about Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines.

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06/14/2023

In celebration of the 125th anniversary of Philippine Independence, Kalayaan Cultural Community Center presented Cartas de Amor. It was a night to remember on June 10, 2023, Saturday!!! A special night for Filipino music or kundimans with our lead performers - Leander Mendoza as Jose Rizal and Josephine Roces Chavez as Leonor Rivera accompanied on piano by Cristina Patricio Sanchez.

Ill-fated lovers who were separated by distance and whose means of keeping their love alive was through love letters 💌or Cartas de Amor.

06/10/2023

Dress rehearsal...done!.....relive the golden days of courtship when letter writing and doing the harana to court someone in the Philippines was the norm 😍 Leander Mendoza as Jose Rizal and Josephine Roces Chavez as Leonor Rivera in Cartas de Amor tonite at the Grand Hall of the Kalayaan Centre. Fully booked show!!!

06/09/2023

Our lead performers prepping for a one of a kind musical night tomorrow!!! If you reserved tickets, we will see you at the Grand Hall of Kalayaan Centre tomorrow. Doors open at 6 pm, show will start at 7 pm.

06/09/2023

The grand piano is here!!! We're getting ready for a wonderful night of Philippine music with live piano accompaniment tomorrow, for Cartas de Amor 😀

06/01/2023

Living in Mississauga or the GTA and have no time during the week to get to the consulate? Mark the date...July 29 is the next consular outreach at KCCC.

05/17/2023

KCCC is pleased to announce our performers for Cartas de Amor...Leander Mendoza and Josephine Roces Chavez will take on the roles of Jose Rizal and Leonor Rivera. Prepare for a wonderful night of Philippine music on June 10, 2023!!! 🎼🎹🎼
Reserve by sending an email to [email protected]. Seats are limited.

05/12/2023

A 2-Day Filipino festival of food, music, arts and culture at the Mississauga's Celebration Square!

04/15/2023

SAVE THE DATE! Celebrate Filipino heritage as KCCC presents Cartas de Amor on June 10, 2023 at the Grand Hall of Kalayaan Centre....more details to follow in the next few weeks.

10/27/2022

Learn about practical tips on basic life support from the comfort of your home....happening via Zoom on Oct. 30, 2022 from 2:30-5:30 pm. Send us a message if you are interested so we can send you the Zoom details.