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Dante Aviso

Candidate in the Winnipeg - 5 Trustee Candidates race.

Dante can be reached on social media, at [email protected], or by calling 204-698-3198.

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Questionnaire Response

Dante Aviso - Winnipeg - 5

What got you into politics?

I have been a literacy advocate , leader and volunteer in the community most of my adult life . My volunteerism and my passion to help encourage me to enter politics. I believe I can do more to serve my community being a public servant .

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee)?

As I mentioned I am a literacy advocate. I have volunteered as Teacher’s assistant to new immigrants and refugees learning  conversational English . I was also a board member in Literacy Works Manitoba , a non profit organization organization supporting and advocating for literacy in the province . I have a financial and business background which are vital tools in running an organization like the School Board. I have experience in leading various non profit organizations as chairperson , treasurer , events coordinator , fundraiser among other things. I will bring new ideas and policies to the table to represent the best interests of the students , parents and teachers .

What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee), and why are these issues important to you?

I advocate to increase more meal programs and after school programs . I believe that children should have access to nutrition , food sustainability, child care and recreation . I will support to increase funding  in arts , music and sports program particularly to underprivileged and marginalized students . I will introduce adult  work training program and co op education to students attending the Winnipeg Adult Education Centre so they can prepare themselves in employment and career path after they finished their high school education. I also encourage and support equity , diversity and inclusion in the public education system. Implement bilingual and cultural programs in the curriculum, support staff for mental health program , liaison officer for new immigrants and  access support to LGBTQ students .

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

I urge those who have not voted to go out and vote on October 26. Choose the right candidate who will represent the best interest of our stakeholders namely : students , parents and teachers . Use your voice to make a positive change in the public education system.  I believe that I am qualified to be your School Trustee in Ward 5 based on my experience, qualifications and platforms.

News that mentions Dante Aviso

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Filipino teachers’ association turns 45

February 15, 2023

Winnipeg Free Press - ...Oandasan, Socorro Juan, Gemma Dalayoan, Julie Mandac and Nemesio Juan. Special guests included Seven Oaks School Division trustees Perla Javate, Dante Aviso, Ann Evangelista, and Derek Dabee. Also gracing the occasion were Winnipeg North MP Kevin Lamoureux, Notre Dame MLA Malaya Marcelino, Tyndall Park...

‘It will be an asset’: Winnipeg School Division to launch Filipino bilingual program

December 9, 2022

CTV - ...Teachers, beginning in September 2023 at Meadows West School. The program is expected to begin with kindergarten and Grade 1 students. According to Dante Aviso, WSD trustee for Ward 5, the program will give kids the opportunity to learn Filipino as a second language. He explained students will be taught in...

Winnipeg school board election results

October 27, 2022

CTV - ...(ELECTED) Hannah Mihychuk Marshall Marilyn Simon Mark Tisdale Marina Shusterman Ward 4 Rebecca Chambers (ELECTED) Erin Glover Ward 5 Dante Aviso (ELECTED) Kevin Freedman Liz Jackimac Omar Rahimi Angela Anderson Johnson Jesse Gair Colin Cherpako Noor Ali Joshua Fidelak Ward 6 Perla...

West Winnipeg candidates for school trustee

October 5, 2022

Winnipeg Free Press - ...Simon, Mark Tisdale. Ward 4 (one to be elected): Rebecca Chambers, Erin Glover. Ward 5 (one to be elected): Noor Ali, Angela Anderson Johnson, Dante Aviso, Colin Cherpako, Joshua Fidelak, Kevin Freedman, Jesse Gair, Liz Jackimec, Omar Rahimi. Ward 6 (one to be elected): Jamie Bonner, Perla Javate,...

Manitobans mark 124 years of Philippines independence

June 13, 2022

CTV - ... “This is a big party. Since the pandemic, people are so excited to come celebrate with PCCM for the Philippines Independence Day,” said Dante Aviso, events chair with the PCCM. “We are offering free food, live entertainment, dances and games.” The celebration marked 124 years since the...

Philippines Independence Day a celebration, chance to reflect for Winnipeg community

June 13, 2022

CBC Manitoba - ...community pulled out all the stops for its first full-scale in-person community celebration for the independence day since before the pandemic, said Dante Aviso, chairperson for events, programs and fundraising of the Philippine Canadian Centre of Manitoba. The event, which was held at the centre on...

Filipinos come together to celebrate bayanihan

June 6, 2022

Winnipeg Free Press - ...and the theme is the evolution of kundiman, which are Filipino love songs. Keeping history in the celebratory weekend is a crucial aspect, said Dante Aviso, chair of events and programs, especially considering this is the first Filipino Heritage Month since COVID-19 restrictions were loosened. "It’s...

Les Philippins du Canada divisés par l’élection présidentielle de leur pays d’origine

May 10, 2022

Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...elle n’est pas corrompue et elle aime les Philippins , indique Mme Carandang, qui a voté par la poste pour la première fois depuis le Canada. Dante Aviso, qui a vécu sous le régime de Ferdinand Marcos père pendant 14 ans, se souvient des pénuries de riz et de la corruption endémique , selon lui....

Manitoba Filipinos deeply divided over commanding lead of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in presidential election

May 10, 2022

CBC Manitoba - ...members of Canada's Filipino community are anxiously watching — especially since many are casting ballots in the hotly contested election. 2:17 Dante Aviso, who was born a year before Ferdinand Marcos Sr. became president, says the interim results are deeply disappointing. He lived through14 years when...

Happy to be gathering again

May 9, 2022

Winnipeg Free Press - ...remember. The PCCM Foodfest and Trade Show is set for this weekend in the centre’s parking lot. It was thrown together quickly, events chairman Dante Aviso told the Free Press, as soon as it became apparent people within the community were beginning to feel comfortable gathering again. "There was only...