
Nearly 450 attend Filipino flag raising, feast and festival in La Ronge
The strength and resilience of the local Filipino culture was on fully display in La Ronge on Sunday.
The day began with a flag raising ceremony in Patterson Park at 9 a.m., before festivities moved to Kikinahk Friendship Centre for a second flag raising and feast that drew nearly 450 attendees. The event included singing, dancing and a demonstration of traditional attire and games.
In his speech to the crowd, which included leadership from all three local communities, organizer Sonny Montilla explained Filipino Heritage Month not only honours the invaluable contributions of Filipino-Canadians to the cultural mosaic of the nation, but also serves as a testament to the Filipino spirit that enriches communities with its warmth, resilience and vibrant traditions.