Celebrating 25 Years of Community, Culture, and Bayanihan

The Philippine Bayanihan Community Centre in Victoria proudly celebrated its 25th Anniversary with a meaningful gathering that brought together supporters, volunteers, cultural organizations, local leaders, and members of the Filipino Canadian community.

The celebration reflected the strong spirit of bayanihan that continues to guide and strengthen the Filipino community on Vancouver Island through service, volunteerism, friendship, and cultural connection.

As we marked this important milestone, we honoured the vision, dedication, and hard work of the pioneers, former leaders, volunteers, and organizations whose efforts helped transform a shared dream into a lasting home for Filipino Canadians in Victoria.

The Bayanihan Cultural and Housing Society continues to support programs and activities that bring people together through culture, heritage, education, and service. Over the past 25 years, the centre has become a welcoming gathering place for families, seniors, youth, newcomers, and partner organizations.

We also recognize the continued support and contribution of the Victoria Filipino Canadian Association, the Victoria Filipino Canadian Caregivers Association, and the Victoria Filipino Canadian Seniors Association (VFCSA), whose commitment helped build and strengthen the foundation of the centre.