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Vol. 1 | No.11 | Cagayan de Oro City | October 17-23, 2012

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CSC strengthens Citizen’s Charter on RA 9485by Christine H. Cabiasa

The Civil Service Commission drawing the Political Science student organization

of Liceo de Cagayan University initiated an orientation seminar on R.A 9485 or the Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007 at AVR 3, Liceo University on October 4.

R.A 9485 is an act to improve efficiency in the delivery of government service to the public by reducing bureaucratic red tape, preventing graft and corruption, and providing penalties therefore.

According to Edgar Lago, Field Director, CSCFO Misamis Oriental, the law applies to all government offices that provide frontline services, the law limits the number of signatures of officials and employees to a maximum of five (5)

signatures. “This is to have efficient and quick government services”, Lago said.

Also, the law requires the law requires all government offices to draw up a Citizen’s Charter which identifies frontline services offered, step-by-step procedures, employee responsible for each step, amount of fees, document to be presented, procedure for filing complaints and feedback mechanisms.

“The Citizen’s Charter must be posted as information billboards at the main entrance or most conspicuous place and in published materials, public assistance and complaints desk should be set up and attended to even during break time, all officers and employees transacting with the public should wear an ID and all applications/requests for frontline services shall be

acted upon within five (5) to ten (10) working days”, Lago added.

It is also stressed in the law that if denial of request to government access must be fully explained by those in the authority. “They must explain it, of course, the citizens have the right to know the reasons and that they have the right also to be accessed for those services since it is for the public welfare”, Lago said.

To ensure the effectiveness of the Citizen’s Charter, the Civil Service Commission will conduct a survey to the government agencies nationwide as per the basis of the Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award for those outstanding government outlet services.

According to Lago, from 2010 up to the first quarter of 2011, the Provincial

Government of Compostela Valley ranked first on the satisfaction rate of the constituents with a 95.5% (Excellent) followed by the City Government of Mati, Davao Oriental with a 87.15% (Very Good) satisfaction rate and Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, 86.84% (Very Good).

“We do hope that every government agency will adhere to it and that they will provide quality and efficient services to the people for better service management”, Lago said.

“It’s good that there is this citizen’s charter so that all their services are easy to access and that I will not irritate the public whenever transacting businesses from those government agencies”, Jaquilyn Cagampang, a Mass Communication student said.

CSCFO Director Edgar Lago explains R.A. 9485 to the Liceans. Photo by JAquiLyN CAgAmPANg

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The CDO Walkers during the assembly time at City Tourism Showroom at Divisoria.

Photowalkers stop for a photo-op at the Mc Arthur Marker in Macabalan, Cagayan de Oro City.

Scott Kelby is American photographer and author of photography books as well as a publisher of periodicals dealing in Macintosh and Personal Computer software, specifically for design professionals, artists, and photographers.

Gilbert Gulang, walk leader for Cagayan de Oro City, narrates the concept of this worldwide event, "Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photowalk is a global activity. I was scheduled last Oct. 13, 2012, and this is now 3rd time of CDO upon joining the said activity, for this year walk route was concentrated at Barangay Macabalan passing Licoan and end at Divisoria. This activity is designed by the organizer to gather photo hobbyists and enjoy a day of camaraderie and street photography; they just allowed only 50 slots in a team to become more manageable during the walk. The shoot has no specific theme but as long as it triggers your interest it’s all good. Though this is not funded by the organizer "Scott Kelby", they come up with exciting

and interesting prizes to the photo winners".

This year’s photowalkers for the CDO leg are: Eric John Nambatac Brandino, Lyra Salta, Mark Brazil, Rich Neri Concepcion, Elcan Carnese Nacua, Lynette Cortes, Jouie Tabilin, Merry Aladano, Rolando U. Gironella Jr., Jett Torres, Vincent Tom Udasco, Dennis Lim, John Ian Udang, Nick Bags, Marichi Tan, Tonky Gabaon, Fra-and Quimpo, Peter Sheila, Kris Buntag, Xian Salutan Sulmayor, Jiva Jimenez, Lauriel Dela Cruz, Mario Christian Micabalo, Hanabelle Uy Tuto, Cedric Zedrick, Mark Edson Valledor Pagaspas, ChicCoi Namoco, Kent Lenard Heyasa, Andrew Klein R. Caballas, Jojo Cars, Jasmine Cataluna, Gil Austria Jacot, Ireneo Jann Parrel Ong, Thesabel Uy Tuto, Alvin Bautista Cempron, Mitchel Sabejon Gentallan, JC Emata Balagtas, Ruel Neri, Raphy M Arcaina, January D. Febro, Jerry C. Suello, Glenn Palacio, Ariel Fernandez, Rhoderick Z. Pabualan, Gian James Gamones Maagad, Miraflor R. Gulang, Gilbert G. Gulang (walk leader).

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Photography enthusiasts from all walks of life engage in a simultaneous walk off the streets of the world as Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photowalk commenced in the City of Golden Friendship.


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The Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific Air (PSE:CEB) celebrates its 10th

year of operations in South Korea on October 2012.

CEB first flew to South Korea with flights to Incheon (Seoul) in 2002. It now operates a total of thrice daily flights from Manila and Cebu to Incheon (Seoul), and a total of eight weekly flights from Manila and Cebu to Busan. Lowest year-round fares between South Korea and the Philippines start at PHP3,999.

“ Incheon was CEB’s 2nd international destination, launched on the same year we began international flights. Since 2002, we have recognized how important it is to provide direct linkage between the Philippines and South Korea and have responded with more flights and routes for the benefit of business and leisure travellers,” said CEB VP for Marketing and Distribution Candice Iyog.

CEB flew more than 195,000 passengers between the Philippines and South Korea in the 1st half of 2012, a 15% increase compared to the same period last year.

For the 10th anniversary of operations in South Korea, Ceb, CEB’s lovable plane mascot, entertained guests at the Busan International Airport terminal last October 8 to 9,

2012. A photo exhibit highlighting the many fun activities in the Philippines will also run from October 1 to 15, 2012 at the Busan International Airport.

Last October 11, 2012, there was also a thanksgiving anniversary event in Seoul, which was attended by the Philippine Embassy in South Korea, the Korea Tourism Organization, the Incheon International Airport Authority, media and partners in the tourism and travel industry.

“The success of Cebu Pacific in South Korea is also the success of the Philippine travel industry. South Korea has been our number one source of tourists for seven years running,” said Ambassador Luis Cruz of the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in South Korea.

Philippine Department of Tourism reports indicate that 925,000 Koreans visited the Philippines in 2011, a 25% increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, CEB flew more than 380,000 passengers to and from South Korea, a 51% passenger increase compared to 2011.

I y o g s a i d , “ We r e m a i n committed in promoting the tourism potentials of both countries. The Philippines is South Korea’s closest tropical neighbor, and has many internationally renowned beach and diving destinations. This includes Coron, Cebu, Boracay, Bohol and

Palawan.”“Similarly, CEB’s flights and

trademark low fares and extensive route network also gives travelers f r om the Ph i l i pp ines more opportunities to experience South Korea’s K-pop culture, temples, amusement parks and ski resorts,” she added.

For bookings and inquiries, passengers can go to www.cebupacificair.com or call (02)7020-888 or (032)230-8888. The latest seat sales and promos can also be found on CEB’s official Twitter and Facebook pages.

CEB currently operates 10 Airbus A319, 21 Airbus A320 and 8 ATR-72 500 aircraft. Its fleet of 39 aircraft – with an average age of 3.6 years – is the largest aircraft fleet in the Philippines. Between 2012 and 2021, Cebu Pacific will take delivery of 21 more Airbus A320 and 30 Airbus A321neo aircraft orders. It is slated to begin long-haul services in the 3rd quarter of 2013.

In its 16th year of operations, CEB had flown over 65 million passengers. It provides access to the most extensive network in the Philppines, with 32 domestic and 19 international destinations. The airline also remains a pioneer in the Philippine aviation industry by being the first to offer web check-in, self check-in, e-ticketing and Lite Fares.

Classic Savory recently opened its 55th branch located at the Ground Floor, SM Fairview. Classic

Savory SM Fairview invites everyone to have a taste of its all time favourite Savory Chicken. The famous

chicken is marinated in secret sauce and spices, deep fried until tender

and juicy and paired with special

gravy mixed in the “Classic Savory way”. First introduced by the Ting brothers in the 1950s, Classic

Savory continues to serve the customers its signature dishes and other delicacies that suit the Filipino taste.

Among the growing list of favourites are Pancit Canton, Lomi, Shanghai Rolls and Crab Omelette.

Classic Savory will be opening more branches this year to serve its rapidly expanding clientele, which is

now fast-becoming, a Filipino favourite.

Classic Savory SM Fairview is ready to serve you!

CEB celebrates 10th Anniversary ofoperations in South Korea

Posts 15% passenger growth in 1H 2012

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Some 697 students of the Mindanao

University of Science and Technology (MUST) who will graduate next year went through the Labor Education for Graduating Students (LEGS) Program of the DOLE Misamis Oriental West in a Job Search Management Forum last 24-26 September 2012 in MUST Audio Visual Room, Cagayan de Oro City.

The university forum was revived as part of its commitment to equip students with skills to face in the world of work.

The students were from the college of Engineering and Architecture, Industrial and Information Technology, Arts and Sciences, Policy Studies, Education and Management, and Institute of Continuing Education and Trainings.

DOLE-10 Misamis Oriental West Resource Speaker Ms. Bernadette Y. Hallazgo said the LEGS Program aims to promote harmony in the workplace. The future workers are prepared for the dynamics in the workplace, and as partners of industry, had a look into work ethics, and a culture of productive and decent work.

The DOLE Office envisions less work disputes in the region because of informed workforce as well as the management.

The training also delved on labor relations, to address the dealings between management and workers about employment conditions, the maintenance of workplace agreements, as well as collective bargaining, among others.

Discussion also centered on the

benefits of workers under Labor Standards, which included recent directives on leave benefits for women with gynaecological condition, victims of violence, and the Solo Parent Act.

Two sessions accommodated scores of participants in the morning and afternoon. Topics in the forum include Job Interview by MBC Anchorman Julius Bana and Power Dressing by Ms. Hazel Geneia H. Almirante, Smart Telecommunications Supervisor.

The Student Affairs and Welfare Office collaborated with the Guidance Service Unit of MUST for the 3 day forum to help future professionals understand their roles and responsibilities in applying for work, the industry they worked for, and the profession they would acquire.

KBP kicks off 3rd Oplan BroadcastreeingBy Christine H. Cabiasa

To address their call for environ-ment preserva-tion and pro-

tection, the Kapisanan ng mga Broadkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Com-munity Environment and Natural Resources Office, City Local Envi-ronment and Natural Re-sources Office, National Youth Commission and STEAG Power Inc. con-ducted their 3rd Oplan Broadcastreeing tapping different academic insti-tutions, youth organiza-tions, local government units, and non-govern-ment organizations on October 13.

“This is a nationwide activity, a call for envi-ronment protection and Mother Earth awareness

as 27 chapters of KBP in the country are doing this, the same day”, Vir-gilio Jamis Jr., President, Association of Youth Leaders in Northern Mindanao (AYLINM) said.

There are three areas allocated for the tree planting which includes Macasandig, Taguanao and Carmen. Each area covers a five-kilometer site for more than 1,500 seedlings. “This is to ensure growth in areas greatly devastated by Sendong. We have our full hands for the 1,500 seedlings for the three areas yet we will not only plant those but will monitor it also every three months”, Jamis added.

According to Atty. Eddie Cuaresma, NYC coordinator of North-

eastern Mindanao, this is part of the national cleaning program of President Benigno Aqui-no III as per see to mon-itor and develop more the natural resources of the regions and as a respond to the aftermath of Typhoon Sendong in which thousands of lives were killed.

Around 600 partici-pants graced the event.

“We are happy that many responded to our call. We hope the power of the youth will be recognized. Let us all be aware and be involved in every societal activity concerning the environ-ment. Help preserve and restore Mother Earth be-fore it’s too late. Act and help”, Jamis stressed.

Last year, the KBP had their tree planting at Gardens of Malasag.

Volunteers receive an environmental lesson and activity orientation at the Rodelsa Circle. Photo by mARiEL igOT

LDCU MassComm students under the National Youth Commission group were ready to plant the seedlings at Taguanao, Macasandig, CDO.

Photo by mARiEL igOT

2013 MUST graduates avail LEGS Program

By: Aloha Balhon-Jaudian


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To complement its present line of financial products and st rengthen it s

presence in the Philippine retail market, Maybank Philippines, Incorporated (MPI) unveiled its Maybank Credit Card product at the Marriott Hotel on October 11, 2012 (10.11.12). The credit cards are available in Classic, Gold and Platinum, MasterCard and VISA variants which aim to provide financial flexibility to customers.

Bringing the best value proposition to cardholders, MPI rolled out its quality merchant network months ahead of the credit card issuing business. The acquiring business network continues to increase locally, to bring cardholders added value through merchant benefits. Following this launch, Filipino Maybank cardholders will be part of the 2.2 Million and growing cardholder base of Maybank Group with members from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. They will enjoy Maybank’s award winning ASEAN Treats loyalty programme and enjoy the convenience of Maybank’s regional banking network in the months to come.

The launch was attended by VIP guests, partners, the media, MPI Senior Management led by President and CEO Herminio M. Famatigan, Jr. and Head of

Cards Eden Leah V. Estrella.As the launch theme

suggested, every moment can be turned into a celebration. Even the smallest of things can bring out the biggest smiles. A journey to remember can begin on a whim. There really is no hard-and-fast rule to making someone happy, just as any day can be the best day to spread some happiness with a Maybank Credit Card.

“Tonight marks a part of a journey of 15 years for Maybank Philippines. MPI has grown and evolved into a stronger, and more dynamic bank,” PCEO Herminio Famatigan said. “The credit card launch is a testament to our commitment to grow in the Philippines and expand the range of products and services that we offer to customers. It is also an indication of Maybank’s confidence in this key market. By the end of the year, we would have integrated all our business and support units to the Maybank Corporate Center at Bonifacio Global City,” he added.

The Maybank Credit Card comes with Maybank EzyPlans, specifically designed to complement one’s lifestyle by providing extra flexibility thru EzyPay, EzyConvert, EzyCash and EzyTransfer.

-EzyPay – Cardholders can pay with their chosen

installment plan at participating establishments

-EzyConvert – Cardholders can optimize payment of their outstanding balance or upcoming retail transaction with installment plans

-EzyCash – Cardholders can turn their available credit into cash instantly and pay with installment plans

-EzyTransfer – Cardholders can consolidate their other card balances to get lower interest on installment plans

Maybank’s EMV-compliant chip cards provide added security against fraudulent transactions. “This added feature of security enables us to deliver a more advanced credit card for our cardholders,” Eden Estrella, Head of Cards emphasized.

Cardholders can pay their balances through Maybank branches, the BancNet ATM and BancNet Online Networks. In days to come, Maybank Credit Card will expand its payment acceptance centers to focus on more convenience for customers, including internet banking.

To apply for a Maybank Credit Card, call the Maybank Customer Hotline at +632 588-3888 or Domestic Toll Free at 1-800-10-588-3888. You may also visit us at www.maybank2u.com.ph or go to the nearest Maybank branch.

(Left to Right) Gina O. Astilla, Finance and Administrative officer and VP Florendo G. Maranan, Executive Director of BPI Foundation, Dr. Domingo M. Non of Mindanao State University - General Santos, Dr. Ma. Rosa C. Gutierrez, Officer-in-charge, Office of the Regional Director DEPED Region XII

BPI Post Graduate Scholarship for Teachers12 public high school teachers from Region XII (SOCCSKARGEN) were accepted in the BPI Post Graduate scholarship program launched this year in partnership with the Department of Education and Mindanao State University - General Santos. Region XII is considered as one of the poorest region in the country and with lowest result in the 2006 National Achievement Test, ranking no.14 out of 17 regions in the county.

This is one of the goals of BPI Founation: to

contribute towards the upliftment of the quality of Philippine education. The scholarship given will be for the Masters Degree in teaching Reading, Science and Mathematics for two years covering academic years 2012-2014 inclusive of summer 2013. The scholars will be studying full time for the 1st year and will write and defend their thesis in the 2nd year while back in service. They will be required to teach back in their schools for 3 years for every year of scholarship. Monitoring of

their performance will be conducted by DepEd.

The MOA signing was held on September 12, 2012 at SunCity Suites, General Santos city represented by the BPI Foundation’s Executive Director Florendo G. Maranan and Finance and Administrative officer, Ms. Gina O. Astilla, Dr. Domingo M. Non of Mindanao State University, General Santos and Dr. Ma. Rosa C. Gutierrez, Officer-in-charge from the Office of the Regional Director DEPED Region XII.

Narrowing the gap in school chairs shortage

STEAG State Power Inc. (SPI) COMREL Manager Ghaye Alegrio (right) leads local government and education officials in the turnover of additional 200 school chairs at the newly opened Tambobong-Balacanas National High School in Villanueva, Misamis Oriental.

The school chairs distribution project

is part of Steag’s Social Empowerment through Education (SEEd) Program which aims to improve quality of public education.

So far, Steag had distributed more than 3,500 chairs in various public schools in Tagoloan and Villanueva to help ease the perennial lack of school chairs.

MAYBANk ENHANCES PROduCT OffERING IN THE PHIlIPPINESLaunches Maybank Credit Card

(L-R) Herminio “Jun” m. Famatigan, Jr., PCEO, maybank Philippines;Pia Arellano, Business Development Director, ViSA; Eden Leah V. Estrella, Head for Cards, maybank Philippines;Poch Villareal, Country Head, masterCard

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APPRECIATING MUSIC EDUCATION

THE TOUCH GENERATION

That is what the people of today have become.Information

has never been this convenient – with a touch of a button and a swipe of a finger, everything pops right in front of you.

Who would have imagined that what used to be science fiction is now reality at its fruition?

Back in the 80’s, Hollywood movies depict a future where people can talk face to face via video instead of just over the phone and touch screens were only seen in sci-fi fi lms.

People seldom laughed or dismissed in disbelief at the seemingly improbable prospect of a cyber future. These movies were considered to be just products of over-imaginative, out-of-touch minds. But who’s laughing now?

In the earlier days, we used to get amazed by how Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) dispense cash by just a few taps on

the machine keys. This revolutionized the way we look at banking then.

A teller is no longer a person standing at the back of a counter but a machine the size of a mini-freezer. This holds true with how cellular phones have suddenly invaded our daily existence.

We used to get surprised seeing people conveniently talking to a phone that is not connected to wires. Later on, this gadget proved to be more than just a luxury but a tool of necessity.

Within less than two decades, regardless of economic standing, millions of Filipinos are clutching a phone like it’s a vital limb.

Nowadays, ultra-modern technology have amped its ante by a few more notches by combining the power of several tools synergized into one.

A phone is no longer just a mere phone and a handheld computer

does more than just computing! Technology has allowed fusing several key machines into one diminutive multitasking gadget making life much more convenient.

With these advancements, conventional mass media has also shifted its landscape and stamped their marks into cyberspace after seeing what the latest of technologies can offer. Almost anything is now available right at the tip of your fingernails.

The Cagayan de Oro Times for example saw the great potential of this new outlet to reach out to their niche bracket even further.

Thus, it is now invading the new world of the savvy professionals. Aside from the free online magazine it offers to its loyal readers shared through its Facebook account, one can now subscribe to a downloadable version of the weekly newspaper and voila,

The CDO Times on your mobile devices!

By simply subscribing via email and sending a request to the publishing company, one can have access to the latest happenings and positive issues that are circulating in the booming Northern Mindanao area.

Wherever you are and whenever you want to read it, whether online or off , The Cagayan de Oro Times is just a download away. Why not try this out! Email the editor-in-chief through the address found on the staff box for your own e-copy of this issue or even issues past!

And going back to banking, e-banking is more than just an in thing nowadays, it is evolved from a fad into a considerable must in keeping track of your bank account, updating you financial status and paying your bills and obligations as well.

I have been an e-banking user myself and found

the convenience of no longer lining up in ATMs or bank branches to withdraw cash to pay for my monthly phone bills.

I have easily transferred funds from my account to the account of my mobile service provider.

It saves time, effort and makes banking more secure and hassle-free. Currently, more and more banking institutions are encouraging the use of Internet and mobile banking to their clientele for mutual convenience.

In the field of education, some teachers who are technophiles are using the power of the Internet now to send out subject outlines, projects, home works and examinations to their students.

The four walls of the classrooms are now expanding to limitless proportions yet learning has never been this closer to the young people. School works needs just one instant touch of a button to

be submitted to their mentors.

In making education more interactive and interesting, Ipads, notebooks and smart phones are increasing essential tools for education these days.

Banking, education, communication, social networking, commerce, religion and almos anything you can imagine are now within reach, with the ease of a touch, one flick or one click of a cyber button.

What lies ahead? Don’t laugh the next time you watch the latest futuristic movies because they just might give you hints of the not so distant future.

T h e m o d e r n g l o b a l v i l l a g e w e n o w w a l k o n m a y b e c o m e e v e n m o r e f a s c i n a t i n g i n t h e c o m i n g y e a r s . W h o k n o w s , o u r p r o g e n y m a y j u s t b e p r o m o t e d t o a n o t h e r d i m e n s i o n a n d n o l o n g e r a p a r t o f t h i s T o u c h G e n e r a t i o n .

During my elementary years, I never

thought that music education is important.

Though, I can easily grasp tunes from the radio jingles up to the latest songs that time and memorized them subconsciously.

I never expected that I had the need to be educated in this area.

We were taught the basics of notes and singing, but it was just that. I can no longer remember if it was because I was not attentive enough or I was absent when my teachers discussed

the importance of music education and its benefits, or was it ever discussed?

Yes, I can recall my teachers lecturing about the technical stuff but that’s about it. In short I never appreciated it but I just thank God because when I got to college, my eyes were opened to its importance and especially now that I’m teaching myself, I realize more its effects to each individual.

To appreciate our music education today, it is something that should be strongly instilled in the younger minds.

Sad to say only few kids, teenagers appreciate music education because it’s taken for granted. ”It’s just music”; some say but mind you music can make a better individual through its benefits and its impact.

Now, here are some of the positive impacts that music education can make in your life.

Music Education develops self discipline. Disciplining yourself to learn how to sing or how to play an instrument develops your attitude in general.

Music Education helps you

understand other cultures. The language of music never fails to help us appreciate other cultures.

Music Education opens your mind. From music therapy to endless possibilities, music education makes us think.

Music education doesn’t only improve our minds, improve our social skills, our whole being it connects us to others but most especially it connects us to our God.

So why take it for granted? Let’s appreciate it because music is part of our day to day life.

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Cagayan de Oro City – TO underscore the food safety aspect of

farming and the benefits of implementing Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in the farm, a Farmers-Consolidators-Supermarkets Forum entitled Food Safety Along the Supply Chain was recently held in this city.

This was spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-10) through the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division in coordination with the Bureau of Agriculture and Food Product Standards (BAFPS).

Likewise, it specifically aimed to promote the adoption of GAP in the farms, considering that there has been a consumers’ shift from merely satisfying hunger to that of opting to alternative choices for a healthier lifestyle.

In her report, Ms. Mary Grace Mandigma, OIC-Chief Science Research

Specialist of BAFPS explained, that GAP intends to apply existing knowledge to address environmental, economic and social sustainability dimensions for on-farm production and post-production processes, resulting to safe and quality food and non-food agricultural products.

With the GAP certification at hand, she stressed, that it will empower farmers to respond to the demands of consumers that are within a specific criteria to produce quality and safe food.

As testimony for reaping the advantages brought by a GAP certification, various speakers from the large, medium and small-scaled companies have imparted their respective experiences, so as to persuade more agricultural advocates to undergo the process of being GAP certified.

These include Maria Lennaluz U. Rizon, Del Monte, Philippines, Inc.; Mr. Nick Dempo, Cardava

Integrated Inland Farming; Mr. Reagan Navarro, Tagum Agricultural Development, Corp.; Mr. Alexander Parducho, Leoni Agri, Corp.; and Mr. Jonah Nobleza, SDC Asia.

By and large, they have conveyed that although GAP certification does not entirely guarantee food safety, it is a crucial step in advancing food safety and in signaling buyers those particular practices in the production, harvesting and postharvest handling stages are in conformity to food safety guidelines.

Moreso, they have illustrated that by following the principles behind GAP, there is the minimization of occurrence or the prevention of contamination from the farm down to the arrival of products to consumers.

To this date, the DA through BAFPS has received 19 applications, of which some have already been certified and have undergone renewal. # (Joanne L. Olson, DA-10)

FARMERS-CONSOLIDATORS-SUPERMARKETS FORUM. To gain a more positive reception on the food safety aspect of farming and the advantages of employing GAP in the farms, the agriculture department has assembled the key players in the food supply chain, consisting of the farmers, consolidators and supermarkets.

Cagayan de Oro City – WITH the promotion of agribusiness investment as one of its marching

orders, the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-10) recently led the conduct of an investment forum for the country’s staple food – rice at De Luxe Hotel, in this city.

In her report on the updates and status of the rice industry within Northern Mindanao, DA-10 Regional Rice Program Coordinator Juliet B. Araos informed that region 10 has been allocated with funds, amounting to P 245 million for the year 2013. This budget, she added, is much higher compared to the current year’s budget, reaching only P 135 million.

As the agency has been given the directive for the attainment of rice self-sufficiency after the year 2013, RRPC Araos explained that the DA-10 through the Agri-Pinoy Rice Program has pipelined projects for the 2012-2013 period, under which interventions are geared towards reaching the said target.

Majority of the projects under the Program, she detailed, has been apportioned to irrigation support with a P 65-million budget, covering small scale impounding project construction and rehabilitation, small farm reservoir construction, shallow tube well rehabilitation, earth embankment service and the Integrated Rice Production Enhancement Project (IRPEP).

Bulk of the Program’s resources has also gone to assistance in terms of farm mechanization and other infrastructure and post-harvest facilities. Other slated projects include production support, market development, extension and training services, research and development, regulatory services and planning, policy and advocacy program.

With the numerous support that rice stakeholders can avail from the Program, RRPC Araos urged the participants, especially the ones working closely with the grassroots to facilitate the latter’s request. In particular, she noted, that the assistance that farmers should seek from the department must be viable in their respective areas, so as to maximize the

agency’s funds. Through the meeting, it was also

learned that there are various windows of opportunity for rice such as research and technology, value-adding activities, market prospects, investments, among others, which were presented by a pool of experts from the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech), the National Food Authority (NFA) and the Nature’s Bounty, Bukidnon Organic Products, Corp. as well as representatives from financing institutions: Landbank of the Philippines, First Valley Bank and Cooperative Rural Bank of Misamis Oriental, Inc. # (Joanne L. Olson, DA-10)

DA-10 Regional Rice Program Coordinator Juliet B. Araos stresses that the projects under the Agri-Pinoy Rice Program is an investment of the government to the farmers, who are the main actors in the development of the agricultural sector as well as in the achievement of rice self-sufficiency after the year 2013.

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The Japan International Cooperation Agency ( J I C A ) h e a r t i l y

welcomes the Framework Agreement on Bangsamoro which was signed today by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) as a significant step towards lasting peace and sustainable development in conflict-affected areas in Mindanao.

Japan is contributing to peace and development of the Mindanao region through: (i) the dispatch of experts to the Social and Economic Development Section of the IMT; (ii) economic cooperation projects in conflict-affected areas through the Japan-Bangsamoro In i t ia t ives for Reconstruct ion and Development (J-BiRD); and (iii) the participation in the International Contact Group (ICG) that is providing advice by attending the peace talks as an observer. JICA has been proactively implementing the reconst ruct ion and development projects in Mindanao through J-BiRD with the aim of enhancing the peace building in the area.

J-BiRD was launched

in December 2006 aiming Japan’s commitment to the peace process support to the Conflict-Affected Areas in Mindanao (CAAM) on the occasion of commemorating the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic ties between Japan and the Philippines. To date, J-BiRD has completed severa l projects in CAAM.

“The final comprehensive peace agreement is yet to be seen. In spite of the issues left for further negotiation, JICA is confident that both parties will work even harder to conclude the peace agreement in the very near future. In the meantime, JICA commits itself to support the peace process as well as the people, who are aspiring for better lives under lasting peace,” said Mr. Hideaki Domichi, JICA senior vice pres ident . Mr. H ideak i Domichi and Mr. Takahiro Sasaki, JICA Philippines C h i e f R e p r e s e n t a t i v e attended the signing of the Framework Agreement held in Malacanang today.

Japan is the Philippines' top development aid partner providing official development assistance (ODA) through

concessional loans, grants and technical cooperation in a wide range of areas, including infrastructure, to support growth as well as assistance to address vulnerabilities. Between 1967 and 2008, Japan ODA to the Philippines has totalled US$20.560 bi l l ion. The Philippines ranks as the fourth largest recipient, next to Indonesia, China and India.

About JICA: JICA is an agency of

the Government of Japan responsible for implementing the technical cooperation, grant aid and yen loan programs of Japan's ODA to developing countries such as the Philippines. JICA is the world’s largest bilateral a id agency wi th about USD10.3 billion in financial resources and a network of more than 100 overseas offices around the world. Its core professional staff work hand in hand with dispatched Japanese personnel, experts and volunteers and local staff in the overseas offices in promoting human security which is incorporated in about a hundred on-going cooperation programs.

Nutrition Plan monitoring and evaluationNutrition Evaluators led by the Regional Nutrition Coordinator Zenaida T. Tondares (5th from L-R, second row) visits Barangay Mantibugao in Manolo Fortich Bukidnon to do on the spot evaluation in the implementation of the nutrition action plan. Mantibugao was among the barangays randomly selected to represent their municipality in the monitoring and evaluation of the local level nutrition plan implementation. In photo with the team is Mantibugao Barangay Captain Hermenegildo P. Bunayo Tondares (7th from L-R, second row) and Kagawad Antonio S. Jayme Tondares (8th from L-R, second row) (JCValcorza, PIA10)

JICA eyes intensifyingdevelopment

support to Mindanao

In ceremonies during the 55th Anniversary Celebration of the Social

Security System, ONB was awarded with SSS Balikat ng Bayan Awards for Best Collecting Rural Bank and Best Paying Rural Bank. The 2 circular Balikat ng Bayan plaques, featuring the design of noted sculptor Dr. Antonino Raymundo, were presented by BSP Deputy Governor Nestor A. Espenilla, Jr., SSS President & CEO Emilio S. de Quiros, Jr., and SSS Chairman Juan B. Santos to ONB President Alex V. Buenaventura last August 30 at the Ramon Magsaysay Hall of the SSS Building in Diliman, Quezon City.

The SSS Balikat ng Bayan Awards has been recognizing top private employers, banks and financial institutions and their valuable partnership with SSS in providing meaningful social security protection to every Filipino since 1995. The distinction of Best Collection

Partner is given to financial institutions with consistently highest collections, biggest transaction volume and widest coverage. The Best Paying Partner is awarded to financial institutions that are exemplary in paying out SSS benefits to members.

ONB earned the distinction of Best Collecting Rural Bank for ser vicing a monthly average of P 10 million in 2011 which corresponds to a record volume of 5,000 transactions coursed through its wide branch infrastructure. At the same time, the bank is consistent in submitting collection documents on time without any incidence of under transfers. And as Best Paying Partner for 2011, ONB served more than 16,000 pensioners which translate to a monthly average of P42-million pension disbursement. ONB is also compliant with its SSS obligations as employer.

ONB collects SSS and

PhilHealth premiums, in addition to telecom bills and tuition fees, through its PeraBayad bills payment facility. PeraBayad is a value-added service offering quick and convenient payment options for individuals , companies and institutions in the rural areas. It is available in all of ONB’s 86 branches and will also be offered soon in the first 5 ONB MicroBranches in Davao City, namely in: Cabantian, Catalunan Grande, Sasa, Bunawan and Sandawa.

As of end August 2012, ONB operates with a total of 126 onsite and offsite PeraAgad ATMs. The bank has an ongoing merger application with RB of San Enrique in Iloilo which has existing 6 offices in Iloilo province soon to be absorbed by ONB. This allows the bank to score a potential total network of 97 branches all over the country by 2013, yet another promising feat for the giant in the rural banking industry.

ONB President Alex V. Buenaventura (second from left) accepts SSS Balikat ng Bayan Award from BSP Deputy Governor Nestor A. Espenilla, Jr. (third from left), SSS Chairman Juan B. Santos (left) and SSS President & CEO Emilio S. de Quiros, Jr. (right) in ceremonies last August 30 at the Ramon Magsaysay Hall of the SSS Building in Diliman, Quezon City.

onb bags 2 top sss awards for rural banks

Bigby’s Centrio Mall opens on November 9, 2012. The opening day will feature the culmination of the on-going promo Who Ate My Ribs? In a recent press conference, Bigby’s President Henrik Kelly Yu and Marketing Manager Annabelle Villanueva explain the mechanics of the promo to the members of the media. Follow the on-going promo at their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/Bigbys.

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In the local music industry, his name resonates like the infectious beat of a techno drum. He is seen in practically all the major gigs Cagayan de Oro and nearby cities have

witnessed - from Fashion Shows, club parties, product launchings, birthdays, weddings and corporate shindigs. You name it, he’s in it! His name is DJ RB (Paulet RB M. Banaag), a young and dashing 21 year-old music mix master that hails from a family of Deejays. His dad is no less than one of the pioneers of Cagayan de Oro Deejays, DJ Cocoi B and his younger brother, you guessed it right, is also a fast-rising club and party fixture, DJ Kyle.

His charm and easygoing personality snagged the crowd wherever gig he went to. His choices of party mixes plus his undeniably boy-next-door looks and persona are a surefire formula for a successful career as a party DJ.

The Cagayan de Oro Times had the chance to get to know this DJ boy wonder via an email interview.

What made you decide to become a DJ?I decided to become a DJ because of the love for

music. I love it when music plays, new and old. I cannot imagine myself doing anything else but to be a DJ. A world without music is so silent, can’t imagine that now would we? I listen to music whenever I can.

Who’s your biggest influence as a music enthusiast?My biggest influence as a music enthusiast is my dad.

He is my mentor in the art of DJ mixing. His discipline and perseverance really influenced me.

If you were given a chance to dish out music for a famous celebrity who would that be and why? If there is one celebrity I’d like to play my music on, it would be Apl.De.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas. For one thing he plays music not just because for the love of it, he plays and gives back to his brothers and sisters what he receives, here in the Philippines and around the world. He does charitable activities and at present is doing a campaign called “I Am For Peace”. If I’d be given a chance, I’m willing to do that same kind of ideal thing.

What’s on your playlist right now? I’m playing the hits of 80’s music as of now. I’d prefer playing that for the crowd. It’s a challenge to me.

Who among the biggest names in the music industry do you look up to? I look up to one of the world’s best DJ, a Dutch-Filipino. His name is Laidback Luke. I listen and watch his mixes and I always get goosebumps on what he does best.

What’s your view on the current music and party scene in CDO? If I could compare the party scene in CDO, it’s still in its embryo stage. We’re still a bit far from other party scenes in some cities. People here tend to go to bars and clubs just to drink and have small talks with friends.

What are the biggest challenges have you encountered as a DJ? One of the biggest challenges I’ve encountered so far as a DJ is having a lot of gigs in one night. Yes I have my dad, his brother, and my brother. But I would always be the one to run and hop from one venue to another to check them out and see if things are going out fine.

Do you have any advices for those who would like to try their luck as a DJ? It’s not about luck when trying out to be a DJ, it’s about passion, perseverance, and love for the art of it. Don’t be one if it’s for the free booze. Don’t be if it’s to make you

look cool and popular. Don’t be if it’s to get the center of attraction and eyes of each and everyone out there. And of course, always stay humble, don’t boast, don’t bring a big head going around town. Be approachable and friendly, oh and don’t forget to wear a smile, it helps ;) Always keep your feet on the ground.

Apart from being a popular disc jockey, what else do you do?“(Haha ‘popular’, made me laugh)” Well, I’m just an average young boy who does teenage stuff, going out with some friends, surfing the internet. I usually play basketball and PS3 games when I’m just at home. I SLEEP more often than you think, if you don’t mind? LOL Then I’d listen to jazz, slow, music to relax after a long day’s handwork

What are your plans or a crazy dream perhaps? Plans? Hmmm, I’ll be going to Law School for the next school year if time allows it. Crazy dreams? I wanna tour the world and spin for them, meet new people that loves music as much as I do. I just wanna share my love for music.

What are the top two things that most people do not know about you? A lot, and I mean a lot of my friends, and the new people I meet, don’t really believe me when I say these words, “I do not drink or smoke.” But yeah, I truly don’t drink and/or smoke. It’s not because I am still not allowed to do it. It’s just in me not to do it. People are sometimes quite shocked because yes I am a DJ and I get free booze and all, but I don’t take advantage of it. Smoking really is a no no for me as it causes health problems. Drinking may be alright (moderately) but for now, I’d like to say “PASS”.

If you were to play a song for the Philippine President, what music mix best suits him? I ’d l ike to play Francis Magalona’s hit song, Kaleidoscope World. Yes it is still, until now, an inspiring song for me. There’s no more suitable song for him but this. And I hope to our dear president in the near future, he may open his eyes and focus more on what the people of this country needs, food, shelter, clothes. And unity regardless of what race we are in.

Are you single? Describe your dream girl through a song. “(Made me laugh even more)” Yes, I am single. But there’s this girl I’ve been eyeing, and you can say she’s my dream girl. There’s a bit of complication though, and I hope in the near future, everything would come to place for me and her :) I’d like to describe her through this song, Click Five - Just The Girl.

What’s the biggest misconception of people about DJs? I can’t speak for anyone else, but in my opinion, people think that what we do is easy. That we just push one button and everything just syncs into what you call “mixed music”. But no. Behind the decks, we dig for great music for the crowd to hear and dance to. We listen to these tracks during the day, and innovate it with other tracks. And some mistakenly think that just because we are DJs, we are above everyone else, superstars, if I could say so myself. Don’t let your eyes and ears fool you, we’re just regular people that have an abnormal love and obsession for music.

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by OWEN JAEN

photos supplied by NIKKO CORDERO & GLEN PALACIO

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EVERYDAY DELIGHTFULLMEALS IN A SNAPby: Riza Ares

HEALTH IN FOcUSby: Dr. Mary Jean Loreche

Mornings herald new beginnings. It also is the

best part of each day, as one’s energy is at its highest, plans are made, and the realization that you are given another day to do what you must do.

But, what if, one we’re afflicted with what we call as Rheumatoid Arthritis? Ouch! Mornings can be terrible beginnings.

Sometimes it becomes a standing joke one hears: when one is having difficulty moving around, more so, when this is accompanied with pain, then one is in the golden age. Question is: is arthritis a disease exclusive to the oldies club?

Rheumatoid arthritis is actually a chronic disease, meaning, it doesn’t happen overnight. The basic problem is the presence of inflammation affecting the synovial joints.

A joint is where two bones meet that will allow movement of the body parts. Multiple joints may or may not be affected: meaning, the inflammation may involve only one joint.

The exact cause why the disease occurs is not really known, though it is not uncommon to notice that the presence of other auto-immune problems may precipitate or compound an existing rheumatoid arthritis.

This ailment affects not only the older age groups but can affect even the very young. The most commonly affected are the small joints of the hands and wrists, and that of the feet. If there is only one joint affected, it may mimic and be mistaken for gouty arthritis.

Muscle and joint stiffness are usually noticeable in the mornings, after periods of inactivity, with both sides of the body affected by it. Initially, there may be fatigue, loss of energy, lack of appetite and muscle / joint aches.

If the hands or wrists are affected, difficulty with simple tasks such as turning the door knobs, opening cookie jars and zipping up one’s dress can become so frustrating! If the joints of the feet are affected, walking may be kind of difficult.

There is really no known cure for rheumatoid arthritis. With disease progression, one’s ability to move is hampered, leading to functional disability.

The fear of losing one’s independence in terms of movement is kind of scary really.

Treatment is directed towards reduction of joint inflammation and pain, prevention of joint destruction, deformities and somehow, maximizes its function.

The prescribed drugs directed to achieve the above goals, is best aided by staying away from foods that may cause an aggravation of the symptoms, and yes, exercise, in order to improve circulation and mobility.

Keeping one’s weight within that which is acceptable for one’s height and body build is important as when one is too heavy, stress is applied on the weight bearing joints!

A few simple tips that will help protect one’s joints are easy to remember and follow: balance your activities and rest, and when resting, adjust your position frequently.

Staying on one position will cause stiffness and limit your movement. Try to spare the joints that are affected, and apply gentle massage.

Exercise is good, but try to avoid jumping, high impact aerobics, running and tennis.

Swimming, walking, changing positions can be made a part of one’s daily regimen in order to make life easier despite the RA.

And, yes, like I once said to a friend who refuses out of stubbornness to use the aid of a walking cane? Never mind the appearance of age, but, more important than the projected image of being young, is keeping one’s self safe at all times.

Prevention may be the golden rule. But, when the disease strikes already, following simple and basic rules like exercise, diet, and the religious taking in of the prescribed medications, and knowing how much is too much or too little, will help one in enjoying quality living...

SEAFOOD GAMBASPreparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 15 minutesServings: 6-8

Ingredients:1/4 kilo fish fillet, cut into small cubes,500 g shrimp, shelled and deveined250 g squid, cleaned and sliced into rings2 tsp minced garlic1 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp MAGGI Savor, Calamansi1 tbsp cooking wine (optional)1 8g MAGGI MAGIC SARAP achuete oil, as needed10 cloves crushed garlic1 large onion, chopped4 pieces siling haba, sliced thinly1 red bell pepper, cubed1 green bell pepper, cubed

1 tbsp MAGGI Savor, Calamansi1 8g MAGGI MAGIC SARAP1/4 cup MAGGI Chili Sauce salt to taste2 tbsp breadcrumbs

Procedure:

1. Marinate seafood with garlic, olive oil, MAGGI Savor, cooking wine, and MAGGI MAGIC SARAP for 15 minutes.2. Heat 2 tbsp achuete oil and stir-fry the seafood mixture until half done. Set aside.3. Add more achuete oil in the pan and stir-fry garlic, onion, siling haba, and bell peppers.4. Stir in the seafood and continue to cook over high heat.5. Season with MAGGI Savor, MAGGI MAGIC SARAP, MAGGI Chili Sauce, and salt.6. Thicken sauce with breadcrumbs. Transfer on a pre-heated and oiled hot plate.

GRILLED PORK CHOPSwith Spring Onion Cream Sauce

Preparation Time: 20 minutes plus 30 minutes to chillCooking Time: l hourServing: 4-6

Ingredients:2 tbsp vegetable oil1 tsp salt½ tsp ground white pepper1 medium size onion chopped1 8g Maggi magic sarap4-5 medium size pork chopsSpring Onion Cream Sauce:1 250 ml NESTLE ALL PURPOSE CREAM1 tsp lemon juice¼ tsp salt1/8 tsp ground white pepper1 tsp MAGGI MAGIC SARAP¼ chopped onion

Procedure:

1. Combine oil, salt, pepper, onion, and MAGGI MAGIC SARAP. Rub pork chops with the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes. Set aside.2. To prepare sauce: Combine NESTLE ALL PURPOSE CREAM and lemon juice in a small pan. Simmer until reduced by about 1/3, keep warm over low heat. Season with salt, pepper, and Maggi Magic Sarap. Stir-in spring onion.3. Grill prepared pork chops and cook until brown on both sides. Serve chops immediately drizzled with the spring onion cream sauce.

Good to know- Spring onions have allyl sulfides that increase enzymes which protect against cancer-causing substances. They are found to possible reduce the risk of stomach and colon cancer.

OH My MORNINGS OUCH!We recognize the mounting

pressure for a moms, ladies, or even gents, especially those who are working and always pressed for time, to plan meals for the household on daily basis. Recognizing and actually experiencing this myself as a mom, a challenges that we face in our daily life.

And while moms realize the importance of nutritious meals for good health, they also know that for the family to actually enjoy the meal, the food not only tasty but there should be variety and balance, because we don’t want to serve food over and over again right? The kids or even adults will find it bland to their taste if they eat the same food.

Collecting recipes from different food companies is one of my hobbies. I really love to play with these recipes that sometimes I used to fused them together in order to get a very delectable meal, thus the result is very yummy. Cooking is also an art. We only have to be creative enough to produce good results.

The weekends, it allows us moms to have more time to be master of our own kitchen, so our Saturday and Sunday menu plans suggest more exciting recipes that require a little bit more time to prepare, and with more special ingredients, you will never be wrong in feeding your family. These recipes, which are also fit for small or big gatherings of friends and

family, will definitely make everyone look forward to weekends breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Since kid nowadays is really fond of fried chicken you can try to cook your chicken, in a different way. Try this Pandan Chicken from Nestle, and delectable Grilled Pork Chops with spring onion cream sauce you can serve this dish with a platter of fresh salad or vegetable viand to get your daily dose of antioxidants and receive additional vitamins and minerals. This is one of my favorite main dishes the Sizzling Seafood Gambas, very succulent fish, shrimp and squid doused in an appetizing sauce-perfect for seafood lovers, takes only 45 minutes to prepare.

PANDAN CHICKENPreparation time: 15 minutes plus 3 hours to marinate chickenCooking time : 15 minutesIngredients:l/2 kg chicken thigh fillet, cut into large bite size

Marinade: combine in a bowl-3 tbsp Maggi Oyster Sauce2 tbsp Carnation Evap1 tbsp sesame oil2 tbsp chopped garlic1 tbsp chopped gingerpinch of freshly ground black pepper1 tbsp all purpose flour1 fresh pandan leaf, chopped16 pieces pandan leaves, washed Oil for pan frying

Dipping Sauce: combine-1 ½ tbsp sugar1 tbsp water1 tbsp patis1 tbsp calamansi juice1 tbsp magi savor chilli

Procedure:1. Marinate chicken in the marinade mixture for at least 2-3 hours.2. Wrap a piece of chicken in 2 pieces of interlocking pandan leaves. Secure with toothpickIf necessary. Repeat procedure for the rest of the chicken. Set aside.3. Heat oil for frying over medium heat. Pan fry pandan-wrapped chicken for at least 10 minutes each.4. Arrange cooked chicken on a platter and serve with the prepared sauce on the side.

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We live in a fast-paced world of “instant everything” – from food to communications to what-have-you. We forget to stop and smell the roses because we are busy with so many concerns. Still, there is that need and longing to do something beyond the “I” & “me”. Thus, we form and join civic clubs where we volunteer our time, talents and treasure.

This has been the way of life for many Cagayanons, here and abroad. The recent tragedy that befell our city has brought us all together. Many, months after the typhoon that devastated vast areas in our city, and long after others have gone their merry way, continue to work towards alleviating the sad plight of the victims. This gives the victims hope and a feeling that people do care.

Being generous is a personal choice. Not everyone is rich but not everyone who is rich is generous. There are those who hardly have enough to keep their families fed, clothed and sheltered and yet, they share what little they have.

I would like to make special mention of the Cagay-anons of Northern California whose generosity continue to amaze me. This organization was first organized almost 30 years ago, 29 to be exact – in 1983 by Nancy Willkom Berces. Like any other organization, it has had its share of ups and downs but happily, has survived and is thriving

even during this difficult time in the U.S. economy. Jobs are scarce, homes have been foreclosed and a lot of people are struggling. And yet, the spirit of helping & giving has not diminished. When the call for help for typhoon Sendong victims was sent to Cagayanons in the Bay Area, the response was quick. A niece donated $500 and she is not rich. Cagayanons came to our house from as far away as Stockton & Tracy to hand in their checks. Many brought clothing; it was good that Mark Raboca offered the use of his warehouse. Young Cagayanons immediately went to work, sorting & packing the clothes so they could be shipped immediately.

Six of my Maryknoll College classmates mailed me checks; they heard about the devastation from news reports. One friend who was having medical problems wrote to say that her problem was nothing compared to what the typhoon victims in Cagayan de Oro were going through and also sent in her check. At the meeting at our house on Dec. 19, we collected $1,650 mostly from the officers and members, and in the weeks following more poured in. One of our officers, Grace Salgado, continues to solicit up to now. We have sent $3,300 thru various key people in Cagayan de Oro. We shipped a total of 39 boxes in all - 14 boxes to 24 K Jaycees thru Sara Cabanlet, 15 boxes thru

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the Archdiocese of Sacramento to the Archdiocese in CdO facilitated by Billy Casino, 2 boxes thru Nena Willkom and 8 boxes thru LBC Foundation.

And we still have almost $5,000 to distribute. Joy Bangoy & her Hawak Kamay Group organized a concert and turned over to Norcal Cagayanons $1,500. Joy left Cagayan de Oro soon after she graduated from High School at Lourdes College many moons ago; her parents were Tony & Virgie Bangoy; her father was Manager of Ayala Cement (present site of the Airport at Laguindingan). Joy lived in Cagayan de Oro for just a few years but her love for our city has never left her.

A school, St. Clement in Hayward, organized a uniformless Day where students donated a dollar each. They mailed us a check for $736.15, thanks to Joann Willkom Quintana & Kae Anora Moreno who helped facilitate said fund-raiser. I could go on & on about the many selfless men & women who made it possible for Norcal Cagayanons to raise almost 10,000. We will be sending $1,000/each to Kiwanis for their Schoolbag Project and to the Rotary Club of Uptown Cagayan de Oro for their School Building Project, thru our special liaison there, Roland Linaac. The latter will coordinate with other groups in the city who are working with the typhoon victims so that the Board of Norcal Cagayanons can assess & determine where the money will be put to good use.

Over the years, the Cagay-anons of Northern California have given

back to the old hometown in various ways-$13,000 worth of medical items (5 pulse oximeters each) to the City & Provincial Hospitals in 2001, $20,000 to the German Doctors Clinic at Xavier University, a container of children’s and high school books to the City Library and various public schools in Lapasan, Carmen, Patag, Tin-ao including 20 boxes thru the Plazans ; cost of shipping was $4,500, $2,500 to St. Ignatius Clinic and $3,000 worth of foodstuff & toiletries at $50/ea to Balay Canossa in Baloy & the Home of the Elderly at the old city cemetery for the past 3 years thru Dorothy Antillon. Last February, 6 boxes of medical equipment/items were also delivered to the Northern Mindanao Regional Training Hospital thru Dr. Ike Saab donated to us by Ana Jardiniano who saved & delivered them from Sacramento all the way to the Bay Area.

It has always surprised me how we have been able to give all of these. We are simple, ordinary folk, who have to work to eke out a living. It is not easy to juggle our time for meetings and fund-raisers. But because of our commitment to give back to the old hometown, we do what we can to share our time, talents and treasure. And maybe when our life is done, we can confidently sing like Richard Harris in Did I Fill My Life with Love - “In the evening of my life, I shall look to the sunset, at a moment in my life when the night is due. And the question I shall ask only I can answer. Was I brave and strong and true, did I fill the world with love my whole life through?”

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“I still believe that if your aim is to change the world, journalism is a more immediate short-term weapon.” – Sir Tom Stoppard, British playwright, knighted in 1997

In its continuing quest for journalism excellence, BusinessWeek Mindanao Advertising & Promotions takes the newspapering industry to a whole new level.

BusinessWeek Mindanao (BWM) is at the forefront of a worthwhile endeavor into honing the brilliant minds of future journalists of Mindanao.

The celebration of BWM’s third anniversary prompted a new innovation apart from just being a newspaper.

The BWM Media Center serves as a beacon of growing and nurturing the young minds of our future media practitioners.

The Media Center is a venue for trainings, seminars, workshops, product launching, meetings, and press conferences.

The Media Center also takes pride in our pool of resource

speakers, staff, and the editors of the 5 publications it houses.

Publisher and BWM Media Center CEO Dante M. Sudaria envision publications that are suited for the right kind of readers. BusinessWeek Mindanao offers the class A and B readers who are engaged in the business sector and young entrepreneurs, Mindanao Daily News (English daily) and Mindanao Star Balita (Bisaya daily) appeals to the class C and D readers who are keen on reading current events, politics, and viewpoints.

The Cagayan de Oro Times offer the class A, B, and C readers a chance to catch up on the lighter side of the city and its neighboring towns. It is a weekly paper that gives you a glimpse of the positive side of news, a paper that truly carries the banner of the city’s name.

BWM Magazine is a monthly publication targeted to class A and B readers who enjoy the leisurely and fun side of the business community.

S i n c e t h e i n i t i a l

conceptualizat ion in the summer of 2012, The Media Center has come a long way in only a few months – already hosting regular trainings on print and broadcasting to elementary pupils and high school students in the region and the city.

The training modules are developed and constantly updated by our two in-house training directors, Joe del Puerto Felicilda, a veteran media practitioner in the field of broadcast journalism and a top caliber trainer for students who join the press conference competitions in the education sector; our training director for print, Allan Mediante is also a veteran journalist, an editor, and considered in the local media scene as an institution in his own right.

Now that the vision-turned-reality is well underway, The BWM Media Center is our venue for social responsibility, rather than just plant trees or finding ways – it aims to grow minds.

Nurturing Media’s Future thru trainings

The BWM Media Center – We Grow Minds.

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