‘sometimes I find myself more drawn or tied to my candian nationality. I also have a genuine desire to learn and know more about my Filipino roots-particularly through literature,” says my friend and mentor James Roy Catingub.
James, a second-generation Filipino born and raised in BC, is an aspiring teacher who was inspired by the passion of his mentors. He’s currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Culture at St. Mark’s College near UBC.
He grew up in a Filipino-dominant community; within this community, James did not feel like a “minority.” His childhood was rich with Filipino culture. He was raised in a household that valued religion and family, and he attended religious events with his family. As a child, he was fed authentic home-cooked Filipino dishes.…
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British Columbia History (Digital) - 1 Issue, 55.4 Winter 2022