Volume 21 • No. 19 • October 1-15, 2025
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Faith Da Silva
Calendar Girl, Faith Da Silva Story on page B8
Honouring the legacy of Filipino Garment Workers in Manitoba
On September 19, 2025, history came full circle at the Manitoba Legislature as more than 200 Filipino garment workers were honoured in a landmark event: the Filipino Garment Workers’ Proclamation and Recognition. For the first time, these pioneers, who arrived from the late 1960s through the early 1980s, were formally recognized for their courage, sacrifices, and lasting contributions to Manitoba. The recognition was spearheaded by the Honourable Malaya Marcelino, Minister of Labour and Immigration, who authored a resolution declaring September 19 as Filipino Garment See FILIPINO A5
Hon. Malaya Marcelino, Minister of Labour and Immigration
Jessica Sanchez crowned AGT Season 20 Champion From Idol runner-up to AGT Champion
Story on page B2
ALAMIN ANG INYONG KAPALARAN Basahin sa pahina B8
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Sweetnotes Canada Tour
Jessica Sanchez has completed a remarkable journey back to the spotlight. The Filipino-American singer was crowned champion of America’s Got Talent Season 20 on September 24, 2025. At nine months pregnant, she delivered a heartfelt rendition of Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s Die With a Smile, earning a standing ovation and sealing her victory. Freestyle rapper Chris Turner placed second, while singer Jourdan Blue took third. Her triumph is a story of return and redemption. Jessica first competed on AGT’s debut season in 2006 at just 10 years old, reaching the semifinals before being eliminated. Nineteen years later, she came back stronger, See JESSICA B4
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