The first and largest Filipino-Canadian Youth Leadership Conference, Pinoys on Parliament, returns for its 8th year on Parliament Hill
For the past seven years, Pinoys on Parliament (POP), hosted by Kabangka, has continuously inspired Filipino youth across Canada on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, ON.
Ottawa, ON – February 2026 – The first and largest Filipino-Canadian Youth Leadership Conference, Pinoys on Parliament, returns for its 8th year on Parliament Hill
For the past seven years, Pinoys on Parliament (POP), hosted by Kabangka, has continuously inspired Filipino youth across Canada on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, ON. On the last weekend of February, POP brings together on average 300 delegates from as far north as the Yukon, to as far south as Ontario itself, to attend workshops, panels, and networking opportunities that prepare them to be leaders for Canada’s tomorrow.
For its 8th year, POP will open with a gala night hosted on Parliament Hill with a keynote speech from Carlos Bustamante, known widely as the long-time host of YTV and reporter for ET Canada. The weekend will have numerous professional development workshops for delegates, and a special evening performance featuring Jaime Ave, hosted by MYX Global, a long-time sponsor for POP.
While POP is now closed for registration, the public is invited to attend the Community Symposium on Sunday, February 22nd at the University of Ottawa. Goods from Filipino-owned vendors will be available to purchase, and community partners will be available to connect with.
Event details (Community Symposium)
● Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
● Time: 9:00am to 2:00pm
● Location: Room 4101, Desmarais Hall, University of Ottawa – 55 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa ON K1N 6N5
For more information, visit https://www.kabangka.org/. For media inquiries, please email info@pinoysonparliament.org or info@kabangka.org.
About Kabangka
Kabangka is a youth-led, not-for-profit organization that aims to create space for young Filipino/a/x-Canadians and support them to network, grow, learn new skills, and build their abilities to inspire and empower both themselves and their communities. Kabangka serves young Filipino/a/x-Canadians across Canada and provides opportunities for youth to lead the conversation and action on issues and interests that are of importance to them.
