Filipino Muslims in Toronto pray for peace, celebrate culture on Eid al-Fitr | TFC News Ontario
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Filipino Muslims in Toronto marked the end of Ramadan on April 14th with a celebration at the Tariq Islamic Center.
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The event began with the reading of the Quran.
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It was followed by messages delivered by members of the parliament, including Filipino-Canadian Emperor Chivaldez,
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who recognized the sacrifices of Filipino Muslims during Ramadan and their contributions to the community.
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This year's Eid al-Fitr celebration held special significance for Filipino Muslims in Canada.
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They say this is their way of showing support for the 75th anniversary of Philippine-Canada bilateral relations.
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A mini-exhibit at the event showcased the rich history, culture, and arts of Muslim Filipinos
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and featured iconic items such as the Kunintang musical instrument, the Malong garment, alongside indigenous textiles and reels.
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Photos, illustrations, and artifacts such as the Turugan, a house used by the ancient royalties like the Maranaos, were also displayed.
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So, makikita nyo dito, ayan yung sa likod ko po, yun yung Turugan. We are very proud of that.
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In 2008, na-declare siya as one of the Philippines yung pagdating sa architecture.
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Nor Calila Mambuway, the exhibit's curator, stressed that the main goal of the exhibit
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is to highlight the resilience of Bangsambo.
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She also emphasized the exhibit's importance for young Filipino Muslims to reconnect with their heritage and roots.
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Kasi this is something that needs to be passed on. The legacy, the pride, they have to know that they have rich culture back home.
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The exhibit attracted both Filipino Muslims and non-Muslims,
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who came to appreciate the rich culture and history on this planet.
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Ang effort nila to showcase yung Filipino Muslim culture is amazing.
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Yung dalawang maring sa likod ko is from my personal collection, gifted to me by my maringlo and by one of my aunts, which are like royalties back home.
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Consul R.J. Sumage expressed the support of the Philippine Consulate General in Toronto for Filipino Muslims showcasing their culture.
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Filipino Muslims, of course, is a pillar of our heritage.
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So they strengthen our relations with our Canadian friends.
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And we are very, again, happy to be part of this celebration to, again, showcase the rich culture and tradition of Philippines, especially Filipino Muslims.
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Meanwhile, this Eid al-Fitr also marks the 15th founding anniversary of the Muslim Filipino Association of Canada, the organizer of the event.
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The organization's president reaffirmed their commitment to extend their help not only to Filipino Muslims, but also to all Filipinos in Canada.
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Because we're not exclusive, we're inclusive also.
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Kahit sino nangangailangan sa community natin, kakilala natin, pinaparating natin yung kamay natin eh.
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So our goal is to build really this community, not only in JTA, not only in Ontario, but in the entire Canada.
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As the celebration concluded, Filipino Muslims enjoyed their festivity.
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Ladies and gentlemen, please sit.
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For all kababayans.
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Jocelyn Reyes Ampilay, PBS-CBN News, Toronto.
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