OMNI Special: Scrubs in Waiting
An in-depth look on the sacrifices, struggles and years of waiting for a Filipino nurse to be recognized as a registered nurse in Canada. By THERESA REDULAPublished on October 2024
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Communities across Canada experience extreme heat, expert calls for stricter policies in place
Amid heatwaves in Canada, climate experts say this month of July is on track to be the hottest month on record. A community expert says there’s more to be done by the government in order for the community to help slow down the effects of climate change. OMNI Television checks in with the the Filipino community, in Theresa Redula’s report.
Philippines becomes one of the ‘visa-free’ travel countries to Canada, but there’s a catch
Canada introduced ‘visa-free’ travel to 13 countries including the Philippines. The Immigration Minister announced Tuesday that “known travellers” will be able to come to Canada through eTA program, without applying for a costly visitor visa. But there are several conditions to this announcement. Theresa Redula has the story.
Aspiring newcomer engineers to Ontario welcome removal of Canadian work experience requirement
May 24, 2023 Filipino engineers and newcomers to Canada call Tuesday’s announcement “welcome news,” after Professional Engineers Ontario becomes first association to remove Canadian work experience requirement in the province. How significant is this change for aspiring engineers to the province? Theresa Redula reports.
Family’s trip back to Canada blocked due to lack of connecting flight’s visa, travel agency apologizes
April 19, 2023 Toronto-based Filipino shares shares frustration after losing her job and spending over $7,700 to rebook their one-way flight. Family says travel agents failed to inform them they need a Japanese visa for connecting flight in Nagoya and Tokyo, resulting in airlines blocking their flight. Hear Travel Industry Council of Ontario and a travel agency’s advice, in Theresa Redula’s report.
Winnipeg family forced to re-book tickets after airline blocked their flights, Philippine Embassy has some reminders
April 5, 2023 Winnipeg family spends $3,000, after the airlines blocked their flight when they were unable to present their kids’ Philippine visa to enter Manila citing rule of staying beyond 30 days of Canadian nationals. The Philippine Embassy says immediate family members of Filipino citizens can travel to the Philippines without a visa for up to year as long as they have proof of filiation. The airlines issued an apology. Theresa Redula has more.
Dream turned into nightmare: Scarborough man can’t live in his first home purchase after a surprise tenant refuses to vacate his property
March 9, 2023 It was warehouse worker Gerry’s dream turned into reality after finally purchasing his first home in Canada. All packed up and move ready, Gerry was shocked to learn there’s a tenant refusing to vacate and pay rent in his new Scarborough home. The Filipino National is forced to pay about $3,500 a month for mortgage, maintenance fees as well as his own rent having no choice but to stay in somebody else’s living room. Theresa Redula has …
Filipinos in GTA still targeted by alleged jewellery scam
Jan. 19, 2023 More victims detail emotional turmoil after experiencing on-going alleged jewellery scam across Greater Toronto Area. Toronto Police shares reminders especially for the Filipino-Canadian community, who seems to be approached often. Theresa Redula reports.
Montreal’s Bahay Collective aims to increase representation in music
We’re making those vibes for younger generation to rally … Asians and BIPOC communities together,” said Chuong Trinh, co-founder and CEO of Bahay Collective, which aims to increase representation in music. Theresa Redula.
Student documentary highlights what makes a Filipino-Montrealer
“They all had insecurities, which was also cool to see how they overcame it and embrace their Filipino identity,” said Dennise Ann Del Mundo, director and lead editor of SHOWPAO: THE FILIPINX-MONTREALER EXPERIENCE. Theresa Redula reports.