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Deed of Donation Signing
21 November 2022 | Deed of Donation signed between the Philippine Consulate General in Toronto and York University
Program Coordinators | Former Philippine Consul General Orontes V. Castro and York University President and Vice-Chancellor of York University Dr. Rhonada Lenton, Assistant Professor of Politics and Social Sciences and Focal Point for the Philippine Studies Program of York University Dr. Ethel Tungohan, Dr. Patrick Alcedo, Dr. Philip Kelly, Dr. Marissa Largo, and Director for Global Engagements and Partnerships Professor Helen Balderama
THE PROGRAM
THE PROGRAM
PHILIPPINE STUDIES PROGRAM AT YORK UNIVERSITY
PHILIPPINE STUDIES PROGRAM AT YORK UNIVERSITY
Managed by the York University Philippine Studies Group (PSG), the objectives of the program is to enhance people-to-people relations between the Philippines and Canada through academic programs, projects, and activities related to Filipino history, culture, and society. Moreover, the program fosters academic engagement and strengthens diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Canada.
LATEST NEWS AND ACTIVITIES
LATEST NEWS AND ACTIVITIES
MEETING BETWEEN OFFICIALS ON KEY PRIORITIES FOR COLLABORATION
MEETING BETWEEN OFFICIALS ON KEY PRIORITIES FOR COLLABORATION
On 16 October 2025, Consul General Kristine Leilani R. Salle, accompanied by Consul Rodney Jonas L. Sumague and Cultural Officer Maricel Samonte, met with officials and faculty members of York University led by President Rhonda Lenton. The meeting underscored the Consulate General’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with York University, particularly in advancing the Philippine Studies program and strengthening academic linkages.
President Lenton welcomed collaboration on programs, dialogues, institutional linkages, disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) initiatives., including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships (QES) program, and AI applications.
Consul General Salle also presented copies of “Philippines to the World: A Global Catalogue of Philippine Studies Programs Abroad,” featuring York University among thhe 24 supported PSP institutions.
Photo Credits: The Philippine Consulate General in Toronto
2024
Meeting with York University Officials on Strengthening Academic Linkages (May 2024)
Lecture of 2023 Marshall McLuhan Fellow Jodesz Gavilan (05 February 2024)
2023
Year-End Celebration (01 December 2023)
Support for the research of York faculty members
Community-engaged research grants
Filipiniana Collection Development Project
Eight Graduate Students recognized for their contributions to the Philippine Studies
Talk of former University of Hawai'i at Mānoa Ethomusicology Professor Ricardo Trimillos (25 October 2023)
Visit and Lecture by Filipino Artist Leeroy New (26 September 2023)
Lecture of 2022 Marshall McLuhan Fellow Karmina Constanio (15 May 2023)
Professor in Resident Program with the visit of University of the Philippines - Diliman Department of Geography Associate Professor Kristian Saguin (19-22 March 2023)
Artists-in-Residence Program with artists of the Bayanihan Dance Company (10-21 February 2023)
ABOUT
ABOUT
YORK UNIVERSITY
YORK UNIVERSITY
York University is a prominent public research university in Toronto, Ontario, established in 1959 and became independent in 1965. Founded to provide accessible education from a growing population in Ontario with over 55,000 students and more than 300 global partnerships in 64 countries, it is one of Canada's largest universities, featuring two main campuses: the sprawling Keele campus and the bilingual Glendon campus. The university is highly regarded for its diverse academic offerings—particularly in business, law, and the social sciences—and is home to the well-known Schulich School of Business and Osgoode Hall Law School.
The campus culture is defined by a strong commitment to social justice, sustainability, equity, and student activism, as well as a focus on interdisciplinary research in areas like climate change and human rights. York also boasts a notable alumni base, including prominent figures such as actress Rachel McAdams and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh.
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