About FANB

Our Story, Our Community

Over a decade of bringing Filipino Canadians together in Greater Moncton — through culture, celebration, and mutual support.

Our Mission

Preserving Culture.
Building Community.

The Filipino Association of New Brunswick (Greater Moncton Area) exists to unite Filipino Canadians and their families across Atlantic Canada — preserving cultural heritage while empowering members to thrive in their new home.

We organize cultural events, provide mutual support networks, advocate for our members, and welcome newcomers with open arms.

Every Filipino family that arrives in Moncton finds a community waiting for them.

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Unity

One community across all islands of origin, all professions, all generations.

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Culture

Celebrating Filipino heritage through food, language, music, and traditions.

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Support

Helping new arrivals settle, connect, and succeed in New Brunswick.

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Excellence

Representing the Filipino community with pride in all we do.

Our History

A Decade of Community

2014

FANB Founded

A small group of Filipino families in Moncton came together to form the Filipino Association of New Brunswick, Greater Moncton Area Chapter.

2015

First Independence Day Celebration

FANB hosted its first Philippine Independence Day celebration in Moncton, drawing over 200 attendees from across New Brunswick.

2017

500 Members Reached

Membership surpassed 500 active families, reflecting the growing Filipino Canadian population in Atlantic Canada.

2019

Cultural Exchange Programs

FANB launched cultural exchange initiatives with local schools, sharing Filipino traditions, food, and language with the broader Moncton community.

2021

Pandemic Community Support

During COVID-19, FANB organized food drives, information sharing in Filipino languages, and virtual events to keep the community connected.

2023

3,000+ Members

Membership reached 3,000 active members across Greater Moncton, Dieppe, Riverview, and surrounding areas.

2026

3,300+ Members and Growing

Today FANB is the largest Filipino community organization in Atlantic Canada, hosting 50+ events per year and welcoming hundreds of new arrivals annually.

Leadership

Meet the Board

Dedicated volunteers who give their time to keep our community strong.

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Anna Mae Sy
Director
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Ophelia Maestrado
Director
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Clariza Bergeron
Director
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Esthela Pyett
Director
Our Team

Our Officers

The dedicated officers who make FANB events and programs possible.