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Urgent Call for Donations and Immigration Updates

Filipiniana News  -  November 2013 RHYME & REASON As we all know by now, super typhoon Haiyan hit the central region of the Philippines on 8 November 2013.  Although the full extent of devastation is still unraveling by the day, it is estimated that up to 10,000 people have perished and millions of families lost their homes and were severely affected by this tragedy.  The various news footages of the aftermath showing the unbelievable damage caused by this natural calamity (although arguably worsened by man-made actions) are truly heartbreaking.   It does not require any expertise to conclude that it would take a very long time and a whole lot of financial resources to help the victims and their families recover and rebuild their lives.  Thankfully, the international community has quickly stepped up in providing emergency relief to the worst hit areas.  The Canadian government for its part, has not only extended an initial support of up to $5 million but also pledged to