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JOIN US IN CALGARY | AUGUST 16, 2025

4TH ANNUAL FCNC LEADERSHIP CONVENTION & NATIONAL GALA

FILIPINO-CANADIAN LEADERS, ADVOCATES & CHANGEMAKERS

Celebrate Heritage. Tackle Key Issues. Shape the Future Together

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Registration fee: $150 per person

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2025 Convention Distinguished Speakers

Meet the 2025 distinguished lineup—policymakers, academics, healthcare leaders, and community advocates who are shaping Filipino-Canadian leadership across the country. Explore their stories, learn from their insights, and get inspired by the work they're doing in government, education, and the non-profit sector.

Richard Sampang

Richard Sampang

Richard Sampang is an accomplished leader with over 18 years of leadership experience, including 13 years dedicated to non-profit organization.

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MLA Mable Elmore

MLA Mable Elmore

Mable Elmore is the Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, the first person of Asian heritage to hold this position.

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Senator Flordeliz (Gigi) Osler

Senator Flordeliz (Gigi) Osler

Senator Osler was appointer to the Senate of Canada on September 26, 2022.

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Cristina Balamban

Cristina Balamban

Cristina Balamban is an accomplished HR professional with over 20 years of combined experience in the non-profit and corporate sectors in both Canadan and the Philippines.

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Dr. Monica Anne Batac

Dr. Monica Anne Batac

Monica Anne Batac is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba.

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Dr. Jeela Acedo

Dr. Jeella Acedo

Dr. Jeella is an Associate Professor at Mount Royal University (MRU) and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Calgary.

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Dr. Melanie Quimson

Dr. Melanie Quimson

Melanie Quimson is an educator, community advocate, and the newly crowned Ms. World Universal 2025, proudly representing Canada in Phuket, Thailand.

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MLA Tany Yao

MLA Tany Yao

Tany Yao was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo on May 5, 2015, and re-elected on April 2019, and May 29, 2023.

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2025 Program

From morning keynotes to an unforgettable Gala evening—see the full program and make the most of your convention experience.

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Event Coordinator Contact

Jerry Caingcoy

Convention Chair

FCNC Director / Calgary AB

  • AB / (403) 400 2537
  • tfccfounder@gmail.com

Virginia Sumalinog

Convention Vice Chair

FCNC Director / Edmonton AB

  • AB / (587) 988-9538
  • vnsumalinog@yahoo.ca

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Event Schedule

With a focus on leadership, collaboration, innovation, and partnership, this year's event will explore on four impactful topics:  

Plenary Session 1: Empowering Filipino Canadians: Leading with Vision, Building with Purpose

Emphasizes visionary leadership and purposeful action to build a brighter future for Filipino-Canadians, fostering community growth and development

Takeaways:

  • Vision-Driven Leadership: Effective leaders have a clear and compelling vision that inspires community engagement and drives collective progress.
  • Purposeful Action: Success is achieved through intentional strategies that address the specific needs of Filipino Canadians.
  • Mentorship Matters: Building a culture of mentorship is essential in nurturing emerging leaders and creating a sustainable leadership pipeline.

Plenary Session 2: Together We Thrive: Championing Filipino Leadership in Canada

Highlights the power of unity, collaboration, and collective achievements in building thriving communities across Canada.

Takeaways:

  • Power of Collaboration: Inclusive and collective leadership fosters stronger, more resilient communities.
  • Networking for Growth: Establishing connections among leaders from various regions amplifies opportunities for knowledge sharing and resource pooling.
  • Community Engagement: Filipino-Canadian leaders thrive when they actively engage and empower their communities to co-create solutions.

Breakout Session 1:

Objective: To explore how Filipino leaders can adopt a visionary approach while taking purposeful actions to drive community development and personal leadership growth.

Discussion Points:

  • Defining visionary leadership in the Filipino-Canadian context
  • Strategies for setting purposeful goals aligned with community needs
  • Building mentorship programs to inspire emerging leaders
  • Sharing success stories of Filipino Canadians leading with impact

Vision Mapping:

Participants will create a strategic vision board for leadership initiatives in their communities.

Plenary Session 3: Trailblazing the Future: Empowering Communities, Driving Change

Objective: Focuses on innovation, progress, and transformative leadership as Filipino Canadians drive positive change and forge new pathways for future generations.

Takeaways:

  • Innovation as a Catalyst: Embracing emerging trends and technological advancements fosters transformative leadership and community solutions.
  • Youth Empowerment: The next generation plays a critical role in shaping the future of Filipino leadership in Canada.
  • Resilience Amid Challenges: Leaders must adapt and remain innovative to navigate complex community and societal challenges.

Plenary Session 4: Catalysts for Change: Building Leadership Capacities and Strategic Alliances

Objective: Centers on equipping Filipino leaders with tools to drive impactful change while fostering partnerships and forming alliances with like-minded organizations.

Takeaways:

  • Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with non-profits and advocacy groups enhance leadership impact and community reach.
  • Capacity Building: Continuous learning and development strengthen leadership capabilities and foster adaptive leaders.
  • Shared Resources and Goals: Working together with aligned objectives maximizes community benefits and organizational success

Each topic reflects our ongoing commitment to advocating for the Filipino diaspora across Canada while fostering leadership capacities among Filipino Canadians, promoting collaboration and meaningful contributions to society.

Breakout Session 2

Objective: To highlight the importance of collaboration and community-driven initiatives in fostering leadership and unity among Filipino Canadians.

Discussion Points:

  • Identifying collaborative leadership models that work within diverse communities
  • Creating inclusive spaces for collective decision-making
  • Networking strategies to connect leaders across regions
  • Showcasing successful community projects born out of collaboration

Activity:

Collaborative Roundtable: Teams brainstorm and pitch actionable community projects.