Supporting the Filipino-Canadian Community Since 1973

Filipino-Canadian Association of Saskatchewan (FILCAS) Inc. is the nonprofit umbrella organization serving the Filipino-Canadian community in Saskatchewan, which is home to over 44,000+ Filipinos.

Established in 1973, FILCAS first served to bring together Filipino newcomers who settled in Saskatoon.  As the Filipino population grew, so did the purpose of the organization.  What started as a social group to unite Filipino immigrants became a registered nonprofit committed to promoting and preserving Filipino culture within the Canadian setting.  

In 2020, FILCAS changed its name from “Saskatoon” to “Saskatchewan” to accurately reflect its membership of Filipino-Canadians throughout the province.

Who We Are

Purpose

FILCAS promotes and preserves Filipino culture by providing outstanding leadership opportunities and assistance while building a stronger Filipino-Canadian community.

Our Mission

To elevate the Filipino-Canadian cultural identity and enhance the experiences of our people in Saskatchewan by:

  • Providing a central resource of trusted information;

  • Educating the community on Filipino-Canadian culture;

  • Fostering the development of Filipino groups, businesses and individuals;

  • Advocating for Filipino-Canadians to governments, communities and the public.

Our Vision

A unified community of influential Filipinos.

Our Aim Is To:

Inform

FILCAS provides settlement pathfinding, consular outreach assistance, general Saskatchewan information, and connects the general community to Filipino-owned and Filipino-led businesses and organizations.

Educate

FILCAS promotes and preserves the Filipino culture through our annual events: Kalayaan – Philippines Independence Day (June) and Saskatoon Folkfest – Philippines Pavilion (August); our official dance group–Kumintang Folkdance Ensemble (KFE); and partnerships with the Filipino Heritage School and local Filipino seniors group. We also support and partner on events that showcase the Filipino culture throughout the year.

Foster

FILCAS advances the development of Filipino groups, businesses and individuals through a series of educational sessions to help enhance their knowledge and skills within the Canadian setting.

Advocate

FILCAS represents the voice, needs and important issues affecting Filipino-Canadians in Saskatchewan to governments, communities and the public.

Meet the 2025-2026 Board Members

  • Jenelyn Ong

    CO-PRESIDENT

  • Janine Lazaro

    CO-PRESIDENT

  • Shella Gonzales

    OPERATIONS DIRECTOR/FHS REP

  • Amanda Kumar

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Isagani Fabi

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Arlene Lontoc

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Hannah Daguio

    OFFICE ADMIN

  • Antonette Ecijan

    KFE COORDINATOR

  • Jim Mariano

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Consuelo Anore

    FINANCE DIRECTOR

  • Shawn Setyo

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Jeanny Buan

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Kim Baquiran

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Miccolo Tolentino

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Daryl Malana

    BOARD MEMBER