VANCOUVER 21 October 2024 – Vice Consul Marco Frederick Harder and Economic Assistant Eleanor G. de la Cruz joined the 39th Anniversary Dinner Dance Gala of the Circulo Pampagueño Association of British Columbia (CPABC) which was held at the Grand Ballroom Executive Plaza Hotel on 20 October 2024.
In his remarks, Vice Consul Harder congratulated the longevity of the organization for existing nearly four decades and extended the Consulate’s appreciation for its work in improving the lives of the people it serves through scholarship grants, disaster relief projects, and giving opportunity for Filipinos from Pampanga to belong to a community that shares their values, traditions, and heritage.
Also present during the event was New Westminster Councillor Ruby Campbell who delivered her keynote address conveying her appreciation to CPABC remarkable contributions in the community.
The gala was also a benefit activity to support the CPABC’s Scholarship Program. The audience was serenaded by live music of Mr. Ed and Ms. Salve Dayao, President of CPABC and friends. END