EPIC NEWS & EVENTS
Sama Sama Swerte:
the EPIC 50-50 for Our Community
Win Big for Yourself. Win Bigger for Our Community.
At the Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC), we believe that community doesn’t just happen—it is built through shared effort, mutual support, and a lot of heart. This season, we invite you to join us in a spirit of bayanihan and shared luck with our first-ever online raffle: Sama-Sama Swerte!
When you buy a ticket, you aren’t just entering a draw for a cash jackpot—you are actively investing in the legacy of Filipino-Canadians in Edmonton.
Why it’s a true win-win (Walang Talo!):
💰 50% of the total pot goes directly into the pocket of one incredibly lucky winner.
🏢 50% of the proceeds goes directly to EPIC to fund vital local programs, educational workshops, cultural connections, and the ultimate dream: building our permanent, vibrant Filipino cultural centre right here in Edmonton.
Whether your ticket is drawn or not, every single dollar helps us build a permanent home away from home for future generations. Let’s bring our luck together!
Pagbabahagi – A Give to Gain MicroSkills Offering
One Contribution. Collective Impact.
This International Women’s Month, we are moving beyond traditional networking to build a marketplace of wisdom. We invite you to Pagbabahagi, an afternoon dedicated to the power of shared knowledge.
The philosophy is simple: Give to Gain. We believe that every person carries a "MicroSkill"—a specific piece of expertise, a life hack, or a professional insight—that could be the missing puzzle piece for someone else. By contributing just one skill, you gain access to a collective wealth of community brilliance.
Whether it’s a tip on navigating career pivots, a lesson in digital storytelling, or a strategy for work-life harmony, your contribution fuels our collective impact.
When: March 28 | 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Community Room 2, Stanley Milner Library
The Experience: High-speed MicroSkill rotations, collaborative "Wisdom Walls," and intentional networking designed to leave you more capable than when you arrived.
Free and open to the public.
ANG ATING MGA ANAK, TANGING YAMAN
(OUR CHILDREN, OUR WEALTH)
Bicultural Parenting Program
The Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC), with the support of the Edmonton Community Foundation, is developing and launching a new Filipino bicultural parenting program designed to strengthen Filipino families in Edmonton and surrounding areas.
Ang Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC), sa tulong ng Edmonton Community Foundation, ay bumubuo at maglulunsad ng isang bagong programa para sa pagpapalaki ng anak ng mga bicultural Filipino. Layunin nitong palakasin ang mga pamilyang Filipino sa Edmonton at mga kalapit na lugar.
IT'S FREE !
EPIC MALASAKIT
FOR THE FLOOD VICTIMS IN THE PHILIPPINES
The Philippines is once again facing devastating floods, leaving countless families displaced and in urgent need of help. Join EPIC Malasakit in our disaster relief donation drive to support flood victims. Every bit makes a difference!
Donations are eligible for an official income tax receipt.
The Filipino Spirit Shines Through
Over the last decade, the Filipino community in Edmonton and surrounding areas have seen a tremendous growth in numbers and diversity. Filipinos in the city have contributed to the economic vibrancy of the city through local businesses they have established in the city, recognition of Filipino art and culture, and most importantly their many talents and skills in the professional, not-for-profit and sports sector. The proliferation of Filipino organizations demonstrate their capacity for self-development and potential to participate in the civic life of the city.
EPIC is an aspiration of Filipino-Canadians in Edmonton to share their culture and heritage with all Canadians and to be part of a robust intercultural city.
