About Us
Building community for Filipino Canadians in the Okanagan
The Okanagan Filipino-Canadian Society (OFCS) is a community organization focused on connection, culture, and support. We bring people together through events, outreach, and community-building initiatives.
Our Mission
The Okanagan Filipino-Canadian Society (OFCS) is dedicated to supporting, empowering, and uniting the Filipino community in the Okanagan through cultural preservation, community service, newcomer support, and meaningful partnerships. We serve as a trusted bridge that connects Filipinos to resources, opportunities, and one another while celebrating our heritage and contributing positively to the broader Canadian community.
Our Vision
We envision a strong, visible, and connected Filipino-Canadian community in the Okanagan — one that is proud of its cultural roots, supported through every stage of settlement, engaged across generations, and recognized as an active and valued contributor to the region’s social, cultural, and economic life.
What We Do
- Host cultural events, gatherings, and celebrations
- Share updates, resources, and community information
- Collaborate with local groups and community partners
Our Values
These values guide how we show up for our members and the wider community.
Bayanihan
Community support through shared responsibility
Respect & Inclusion
Welcoming all generations and backgrounds
Service
Leading with heart, integrity, and compassion
Collaboration
Working with partners while maintaining our identity
Stewardship
Responsible leadership and sustainability
Land acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation.
Want to get involved?
Reach out to learn more about upcoming events, volunteering, or partnering with our organization.