MY PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE :
Life is what
Our Thoughts make it.
What we do,
Compared with
What we can do,
Is like comparing the waves,
On top of the ocean,
With the ocean's mighty depth !
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion Jr.,M.D.,C.M.
.......................................................................
- The Highlights of the Main Events and Achievements of Dr. Jacobo Rosales Asuncion,Jr.'s Administration :
- The Incorporation: The Filipino Association of Nova Scotia was incorporated as a SOCIETY ,under the SOCIETY 'S ACT of the REVISED STATUTE OF NOVA SCOTIA, on June 10,1974. (Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr. and Dr.Gregorio L. Sayat).
- The First Federal Grant: The Society received its first Federal Grant from the Minister of State Responsible for Multiculturalism. Amount $5,000.00. This grant supported the Project: "Filipino Music Revival". Project Director : Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr
- The "F.A.N.S. MAIL" at the peak of its productivity : Mrs. Gloria B. Sangalang, the Editor-in-Chief published six (6) issues of the newsletter(1973-1974).
- F.A.N.S.- Official Member of the U.C.F.A.C. : The FANS became an official member of the United Council of Filipino Associations in Canada. Dr.Bayani Ignacio was the FANS Delegate to the UCFAC National Conference in Ottawa. September,1973.
- 1973 Recipients of the U.C.F.A.C. Awards :
- Dr.Bayani Ignacio...Most Outstanding Filipino in Canada Award, Ottawa,Ontario,September 1st,1973.
- Dr.Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr....Certificate of Distinguished Service Award,Ottawa,Ontario,September,1973.
- 1774 Recipient of the U.C.F.A.C. Award :
- Dr.Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr....Most Outstanding Filipino in Canada Award, Calgary,Alberta,July 14,1974.
- Delegate to the UCFAC National Conference in Calgary,Alberta, July 14,1974.
- Halifax Natal Day Parade: The FANS had a civic participation in the form of a float. Themes: " Towards Multiculturalism" and "Happy Birthday Halifax ". "Miss Philippines-Nova Scotia" and escorts were on board the float decorated with exotic tropical plants.
- Participation in Conferences:
- (a) United Council of Christians and jews Conference: Dr. J.R. Asuncion,Jr.,FANS Delegate to the UCCJ Conference in Lord Nelson Hotel,Halifax, May,1974.
- (b) Indo-Canadian Annual Conference: Dr.J.R.Asuncion,Jr.,FANS Delegate to the ICAC,Holiday Inn, October,1974.
- Radio Programmes: The FANS participated in the monthly Multicultural Radio Programmes. Mrs. Gloria Sangalang,Halifax,N.S. ,1973.
- The "Filipino Night" Celebration: The venue was the Baronet Room,Chateau Halifax. Dr. J. R. Asuncion,Jr. talked about: "Prime Minister Trudeau and Multiculturalism",then introduced the Guest Speaker: Senator Dr. Henry Hicks( Standing for the Federal Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism). Senator Hicks talked about "Multiculturalism in Canada".
- Annual Picnic at the Laurie Park. The Provincial Park has a Lifeguard at the beach so the children had fun. The adults played volley ball, then went swimming. Of course the picnic is always the acme of the fun !
- Three(3) Major Revisions : The Original Constitution and By-Laws of the Filipino Association of Nova Scotia underwent three(3) Major Revisions in 1970 ,1973 ,and 1974. Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr. was the Chairperson in all these revisions.
- The Memorandum of Association: As a prerequisite a legal advice is a must. The Society's Lawyer and Dr. J. R. Asuncion,Jr. had a conference. A review of the document showed that only a few minor amendments were necessary,and after the payment of the required fee ,our Society became incorporated under the SOCIETY'S ACT,REVISED STATUTE OF NOVA SCOTIA.
- .....................................................................
