It was a profound moment for me to know that I was representing the close to 1 million Filipinos now here in Canada my parents came from the Philippines immigrated to Zambia and then here in Canada so just knowing how hard they’ve worked I knew how much this meant to
Them as well I think it’s important that in government we should be reflective of how diverse Canada really is I’ve had my own set of challenges being a small business entrepreneur being a woman entrepreneur what I’m hoping to do is help making sure that we’re focusing on our marginalized Canadians whether
That’s black women lgbtq plus communities indigenous communities making sure we’re there to further support them
Rechie Valdez took the oath as minister of small business in last week’s federal cabinet shuffle — making her the first Filipina to serve as a federal minister.
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Really good!
Well done.
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Good for you and Canada. I wish you success.
Congratulations. I know your unique views will help all Canadians.
Love your speech what else are you mixed with other than Filipino Canadian
Filipino people are a nice good people! ?
Excuse me.
You said you represent Filipinos in Canada??.
No you are to represent all Canadians not just your people.
I love the Filipino Canadians. They're kind, smart, and hard-working, truly an asset for Canada. ? ???
mentions being asian but forgets to include them in marginalized communities….
I love the people from the Philippines! So generous, hard working, and loyal! Always smiling, they make great role models!
Try another government I would …..