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Controversy surrounds planned commemorations for Lapu Lapu as critics and advocacy groups express their dismay over the event’s tone and organization. Vancouver’s mayor finds himself embroiled in a heated debate over cultural sensitivity and the proper way to honor historical figures, leaving public sentiment divided.

globalnews.ca / Confusion surrounds Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu ‘memorial event’

The motion, brought by Coun. Sarah Kirby-Yung, outlines an event called "Come Together; Vancouver Strong" at Rogers Arena in June, but no specific date has been set.

theglobeandmail.com / Vancouver Mayor, Filipino advocacy group at odds over Lapu Lapu memorial event

Filipino BC calls for prioritizing emergency recovery funding for those affected by the April 26 attack

thestar.com / Criticism of Lapu Lapu memorial event surprises Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim

VANCOUVER - Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says he's surprised by criticism of plans for a large memorial event this month to honour victims of the Lapu Lapu festival attack, which a Filipino advocacy group says was arranged without proper consultation.

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