Philippine Asian News Today Vol 19 No 12 | Page 4

HEADLINE PHILIPPINE ASIAN NEWS TODAY June 16 - 30 , 2017
Ariana Mari Cuvin is a second year Global Business and Digital Arts student at the University of Waterloo . She was a Graphic Design Intern for four months in 2014 at Physicalytics Inc . In addition to her passion to communicate ideas through beautiful and effective graphics , Ariana enjoys singing ; she has been singing for many years in church and is currently a member and Assistant Musical Director of Waterloo ’ s “ U n a c c o m p a n i e d Minors ,” an a cappella group . She made the Dean ’ s Honour List in 2015 .
Ariana attended Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre in Toronto . She was recipient of the Filipino Centre of Toronto Outstanding Student Award-High School , which is given to Filipino- Canadian students who

Filipino-Canadian designs Canada 150 logo

have demonstrated academic excellence and been active members of their community as volunteers , and the Redmond Letter Award , presented to those who have made an outstanding contribution to cocurricular programs at Father John Edmond . She has also been honoured for her contributions to the community by the Knights of Columbus and Kiwanis Key Club . Ariana graduated high school as an Ontario Scholar .
Ariana and her family immigrated to Canada from Hong Kong in 2002 . Ariana has two sisters and lives with her parents in Toronto .
Ariana ’ s description of her design
The maple leaf is the nation ’ s most iconic symbol , and I used subtle design choices to represent Canada and its Confederation . The base of the leaf is made up of four diamonds
( diamonds are celebratory gems ), with nine more expanding outwards from them , meant to represent the four provinces that formed Canada after Confederation in 1867 , eventually growing to the 13 provinces and territories . The repeated shape is meant to create a sense of unity and the 13 shapes forming the leaf represents our togetherness as a country . In the coloured iterations , the centre four diamonds are similar in colour . From left to right , similar colours are used in a row to show the provinces and territories that joined Canada in the same year . The multi-coloured iteration gives a feeling of diversity while the red one shows pride and unity .
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Introducing your Filipino team at First Memorial Fraser Heights Chapel

Join us as we come together for a Salu Salo dinner event .

Melissa Mina Funeral Director and Embalmer
Melissa has cared for grieving families in the Surrey area with First Memorial since 2015 . Originally from Manila , Philippines , she had attended Ateneo de Manila University , and earned her Bachelor ’ s Degree from Saint Mary ’ s University in Halifax . She later found her calling in funeral service , and completed her Funeral Directing and Embalming studies through the Canadian College of Funeral Services . Melissa also serves her community as a member of the Rotary Club of Surrey-Guildford , and is an active participant in various Rotary projects and initiatives . She has a passion for philosophy and the arts , and believes in the importance of lifelong learning .
Noel was born and raised in the Philippines , and migrated to Canada with his beautiful family in March of 2003 . He graduated with an Industrial Engineering degree in the Philippines , and worked in the Logistics and Sales with Delbros , Electrolux and Lambert Williams . Upon moving to Canada , he worked hard to build a future for his family , starting as a production worker with Beachcomber and then with Framers Choice as Assistant Manager . He has been with First Memorial as Funeral and Cemetery Advisor since December of 2014 . He enjoys his work , since it allows him to help people in his community .
Serving YOU at First Memorial Fraser Heights Chapel
14835 Fraser Highway , Surrey , BC
Noel Armea Funeral and Cemetery Advisor
Pre-Arrangement Specialist
We ’ re proud to serve our community with personal , compassionate care . You and your family are invited to join us for a complimentary dinner and free giveaways in the spirit of Salu Salo . Complimentary childminding services will be available .
FRIDAY , JUNE 30 , 2017 , 6 P . M .
First Memorial Funeral Services - Fraser Heights Chapel 14835 Fraser Hwy ., Surrey , BC V3R 3N6
RSVP is required to attend . To RSVP or for more information , please contact 604-589-2559 .
FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES Funeral Services – Fraser Heights Chapel
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Dignity Memorial is a division of Service Corporation International ( Canada ) ULC .
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