Recently, residents around Vancouver Island have reported similar experiences regarding door-to-door chocolate sales where funds were claimed to be for people affected by hardship or disasters overseas . Several news outlets cover the incidents with statements from leaders of organizations within the Filipino community in Victoria. Refer to the links below to find out more (listed in order of recency) : Victoria Buzz Kelly, Mike. "Victoria Filipino organization issues c

OMNI News Filipino Features the Success Story of the Bayanihan Community Centre

Today marks the last day of service for Cobb Carbonel  as the Admin of the Philippine Bayanihan Community Centre. For the past 2.5 years , Cobb has dedicated his time, skills, and heart to serving our community, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions and meaningful impact. We extend our deepest thanks to Cobb for his commitment and wish him all the best in his future endeavors. As we turn a new chapter, we are pleased to introduce Kathy Lacsina  as our new Commu

🚀 New Website Now Live!  🌐 We’re excited to announce that after over 20 years , we finally have a fresh new website  for the Bayanihan...

by Melissa Badua Through the support of the City of Victoria Cultural Infrastructure Grant, BCHS formed the Bayanihan Creative Collective...

Filming Notice at 1703 Blanshard St.   Chasers Productions will be filming “Eclipse Chasers”  at the Bayanihan Centre: 📅 Aug 14  – Prep...

Please note that the ADMIN OFFICE will be CLOSED from July 14 to August 1, 2025. During this time, all bookings and events will continue...

By Darryl Wilson In 2001, the Bayanihan Cultural and Housing Society opened the Bayanihan Centre in Victoria with the intention of...

By Cobb Carbonel The Filipino Weekend Market, held on April 12–13, 2025 at Centennial Square in downtown Victoria, was a vibrant...

Please note that the ADMIN OFFICE will be CLOSED from May 16 to 26, 2025. During this time, all bookings and events will continue as...