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01 Jun 2026, 18:30 GMT+10
OTTAWA, June 1, 2026
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, made the following statement:
"Filipino Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich Filipino culture and the many contributions made to this country by Filipino Canadians.
With nearly one million people, the Filipino-Canadian community is one of the fastest growing in Canada today. Through its vitality and spirit of solidarity, the community is helping build a richer and more inclusive Canada every day.
Canadians of Filipino descent enrich society in every field: health, education, the arts, sport, science, entrepreneurship, finance, social justice and public life. Their commitment, talent and dedication are an integral part of Canada's history and are helping shape a promising future for generations to come.
Throughout June, I invite everyone to discover the traditions, stories and values that are part of the rich heritage of the Philippines. To all those celebrating Philippine Independence Day on June 12, I wish you a happy 128th anniversary filled with pride, joy and lasting bonds."
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