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BAYANIHAN IN ACTION Supporting Lapu Lapu Event Survivor

Jose Solis, a 66-year-old widowed father of four, was among those seriously injured during the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025. He sustained critical injuries, including multiple brain bleeds, severe brain swelling, a cranial fracture, and a broken ankle, requiring immediate intensive care and ongoing medical treatment.

After spending several days in the ICU and High Acuity, Jose is now on the road to recovery. He has shown encouraging progress—he is awake, able to eat, and has begun physiotherapy. However, his healing journey will be long and challenging, requiring continued hospitalization, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Due to the extent of his injuries, he will no longer be able to return to work, placing a significant financial strain on his family.

In the spirit of bayanihan, we are deeply grateful for the generous financial assistance extended by the Filipino community in Hay River, Northwest Territories. Through One Filcoop, members of the Board personally visited Jose to deliver the financial aid, offering not only financial relief but also heartfelt support and encouragement during this difficult time.

This act of compassion reflects the strength and unity of our community. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who continues to support Jose and his family through prayers, generosity, and kindness.

The 17th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM)

The One Filipino Cooperative of BC will hold its 17th Annual General Meeting on May 17, 2026 at the Victoria Drive Community Hall from 2:00pm -6:00pm. All members are encouraged to attend as important updates, financial reports, and new policies will be presented. Profit Sharing distribution will be one of the exciting part. Registration starts at 1:00 pm.

PRE MEMBERSHIP EDUCATION SEMINAR (PMES)

Education and Membership Committee is conducting a monthly Pre-Membership Education Seminar for Pinoys in BC who are willing to be part of the cooperative. It is a free seminar in order for the participants to know the principles, objectives, benefits, duties and responsibilities of members and the specific programs and services offered by the organization. The orientation seminar is usually conducted during the weekends at around 1:00 - 4:00pm.

For more details, please text OneFilCoop at 604-780-2061.

NEW COOPERATIVE SOFTWARE
   

New software in the accounting system was bought and will be in full operation this second quarter of 2026. The system was designed for cooperative organizations that will ease the recording and reporting of financial transactions. In the new system, members can log in to see their updated individual ledger showing their membership share contributions, loans, repayment schedule and profit sharing.

The accounting system and new OneFilcoop website was develop by MarSean Softwares (www.MarSean.org)