It is with a heavy heart that I offer my deepest condolences to the Filipino Canadian community and to all those affected by the tragic event at the Lupa celebration.
The Lupa celebration was meant to be a joyous occasion, a time for the community to come together and honor Filipino heritage, culture, and traditions. With over 100,000 visitors attending that day, it was a day filled with music, food, dance, and laughter — a true reflection of the warmth, strength, and unity that define the Filipino Canadian community. It’s heartbreaking that something so devastating has overshadowed what should have been a beautiful celebration.
Having had the privilege to know and work with many wonderful Filipinos, this tragedy feels even more personal. The neighborhood, where my grandparents once lived on 51st and Ross, holds a deep place in my heart. While the area has changed over the years, the spirit of togetherness has always remained. To see such loss in a place that holds so much history is profoundly painful.
We mourn with you, stand with you, and send love, strength, and prayers to all those impacted. May the community find healing, and may we honor those we have lost with love and respect.
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